Lion's Head

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Lion's Head is a small town in Bruce County (Ontario) | Bruce County, Ontario, Canada.

Lion's Head Halal Explorer

Lion's Head is about halfway up the scenic Bruce Peninsula. It is named for a (now partially-collapsed) natural rock formation resembling a lion on the face of the cliffs abutting the town. Though with a winter population of only about 1,000 and the town explodes in the summer with seasonal residents and visitors. Hours from the nearest major urban settlement, and abutting the massive Georgian Bay and the area features southern Ontario's darkest night skies.

Lion's Head is a popular but crowded place for stargazing, hiking, and water activities. The number of tourists, at times, overwhelms available parking, tourist facilities, and the beach. Parking between the marina and the beach is often strained. Many visitors make Lion's Head their base to explore the wider region, including nearby Tobermory, which in peak season is often jam-packed or even totally sold out.

How is the Climate in Lion's Head

The area has four somewhat distinct seasons. Cold, snowy, and blustery winters, as well as warm, comfortable summers are the usual pattern. Summer mornings are usually cool but do warm quickly before 9 or 10AM. Rain showers are common, along with thunderstorms, and a few severe thunderstorms per year. Tornadoes are less likely in the region, unlike the far southern part of Ontario.

Travel to Lion's Head

By car

Lion's Head is roughly 3½ hours northwest of Toronto. It can be visited by taking Highway 410/10 through Brampton, Orangeville, and Shelburne and then highway 6 near Owen Sound to the Bruce Peninsula. The stretch of Highway 6 on the peninsula has seen a big increase in traffic. Speeding is an increasing problem as are accidents.

Travel on a Bus in Lion's Head

The / Parkbus from Toronto to Tobermory, which operates sporadically on weekends in the summer, stops in Lion's Head in both directions. Owen Sound, roughly 1 hours to the south, is regularly served by afternoon Greyhound Canada buses from Toronto (with stops in Barrie and Collingwood, amongst others), which take about 4 hours. Owen Sound often has vehicle rentals available for further transport, or a taxi to Lion's Head is about $100.

Bruce Peninsula Transit cancelled its scheduled bus service in June 2018.

Walk in Lion's Head

The 885-km Bruce Trail from Niagara Falls to Tobermory along the Niagara Escarpment passes through Lion's Head.

How to get around in Lion's Head

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Small and compact, Lion's Head is perfectly walkable. Street parking is free everywhere in town.

What to see in Lion's Head

• Greig's Caves - 407 Scenic Caves Road 44.9511517, -81.1406421 Take highway 9 south of Lion's Head for about 9 kilometers and then turn east following signage ☎ +1 519-377-8762 Opening Hours: 9AM–6pPM in summer Adults $10, ages 3-12 $5, kids under 3 free Privately owned scenic cave system with hiking trails atop the escarpment and dark caverns beneath it. Bring a flashlight and a jacket. Dogs not permitted, parking free.

• Stargazing | 1 Bruin Street 44.9909202, -81.2515295 - Free You can do this anywhere with a clear night sky, but every Friday and Saturday night during the summer, a local group of star aficionados brings their telescopes down to the marina, and gives talks while allowing you to see some spectacular sights that are inaccessible to the naked eye.

• Cape Chin Bison Farm 94 East Road 45.0616426, -81.3149543 ☎ +1 (519) 592-5010 - There's no storefront, but you can call to make a hala Meat order, or pull over on the side of the roads around the farm to take a look if you want to see a herd of farmed Canadian bison. (This is not a tourism operation, please don't get in the way and don't call with tourism questions.)

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Lion's Head

• Rock Climbing - - There is a wide variety of rock climbing and bouldering routes along the Lion's Head section of the Niagara Escarpment. Many have pre-installed metal loops. There's a little bit of a legal grey zone, so most professional guide outfits won't take you to the escarpment. If you're going without a guide, you should be sufficiently trained and experienced. Be sure to consult widely within the rock climbing community and carefully inspect any pre-installed equipment. Never tie your ropes around trees; this is endangering ancient cedars in the escarpment area and risks getting rock climbing strictly banned. For professional support, consider Atlas Adventures in Owen Sound.

• Paddling - There is good kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, and other water sports available from the Lion's Head marina and in the wider region. Supporting businesses include (listed by distance from Lion's Head) Calypso , Explorer's Tread, Fathom, The Spirit Rock, and Suntrail.

Beaches

• Town Beach 1 Forbes Street 44.987686 , -81.251027 - Free A small sandy beach and adjacent grassy park accessible to nearby marina amenities. The park is a local gathering spot and has a small stage for occasional live performances.

• Sandy Beach at Black Creek Provincial Park | Sandy Beach Road, Old Woman's River 44.970506, -81.3690646 - Free A nice beach popular with local residents but generally unknown to tourists. Calm clean warm water in a protected harbour that deepens gradually. Features a small block with pit toilets and a gravel lot, but is otherwise unserviced.

Take a Hiking Tour in Lion's Head

• Sydney Bluffs 44.899883, -81.142469 - Free Park at Hope Bay (access via a ladder) or at Sydney Bay (access via stairs) for a ~8-km loop along the top of the escarpment. The south side of the trail is hilly and a bit overgrown, while the north is relatively flat with beautiful vistas. Please be Bear Aware!

• Lion's Head Lookout - 44.9896558, -81.2420311 take Moore Street east of town and park at McCurdy parkette - Free A pleasant walk along a well-maintained section of the Bruce Trail to a series of stunning lookouts over the Lion's Head harbour. Other sights include 10,000-year-old glacial potholes and small caverns. Approximately 4 kilometers each way, with some rocky sections.

• Devil's Monument 201 Borchardt Road 45.1362051, -81.3457382 from Highway 6 north of town, take Lindsey Road 5, E Road, Cape Chin North Road, and finally follow Borchardt Road to the parking lot and the end - Free A nice section of the Bruce Trail culminates at a 6,000-year-old upturned "flowerpot" rock formation. You can follow the small creek and waterfall down from the monument to an isolated pebble beach with crystal clear waters, or continue along the nearby trail and side trails to do loops of various lengths.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Lion's Head

• Foodland 7 Webster Street 44.987257, -81.253256 Opening Hours: Summer: Monday - Thursday 8AM Monday - 6PM, Friday Saturday 8AM Monday - 8PM, Sunday 9AM Monday - 6PM The local grocery, it has all of the staples you would expect from any small town chain supermarket franchise. Upstairs is Grandad's Attic, a souvenir and craft store.

• Artists Co-Op Gallery 2866 Highway 6 44.9716173, -81.2870087 ☎ +1 (519) 793-3080 Opening Hours: Summer: Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM, Sunday noon-4PM. Weekends only the rest of the year $5–3000 Features exhibitions of for-sale artwork sorted into sections by various local artists. Worth taking a look, and prices are usually fair if you're interested in making a purchase.

• Dandy Lions
• Aunt Donkeys
• The Cottage - Women's Clothing

Agricultural

• Lion's Head Farmer's Market (Saturdays 9am-12pm)
• Garden In Thyme

Halal Food & Restaurants

• Rachel's Bakery 79 Main Street 44.987841, -81.254787 ☎ +1 519-793-3982 - A small diner and bakery selling sweet treats like cakes and tarts.

• Cindy Lou's
• Marydale's Family Restaurant
• Mom's Pizza

• Ferndale Drive-In 2865 Highway 6, Ferndale 44.971459, -81.287650 ☎ +1 519-793-3400 - Ice cream, burgers, and good subs. Open to 9PM most days in summer, later than most other shops and restaurants nearby.

• Harvest Moon Bakery

• Katemma's Diner | 607 Pike Bay Road, Pike Bay 44.884056, -81.325639 ☎ +1 519-793-3150 Opening Hours: 8AM Monday - 8PM Big portions, friendly service, and good food at a classic atmospheric roadside diner.

• LCBO &storeId=10151&storeNum=10585&fromPage=StoreDetails 1 Ferndale Road 44.980970, -81.251795 ☎ +1 (519) 793-3355 Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 10PM Monday - 8PM, Friday 10PM Monday - 9PM, Saturday 10PM Monday - 6PM, Sunday 11PM Monday - 6PM - Government drink outlet at the entrance to town, where Ferndale Road connects Highway 6 to Highway 9.

• Lion's Head Inn and Pub 8 Helen Street 44.987329, -81.252738 ☎ +1 519-793-4601 Opening Hours: Summer: daily 11AM Monday - 11PM A large full-service restaurant, in the off-season it doubles as a small hotel (during summer peak and these rooms are reserved for out-of-town staff working in the busy restaurant). Try the award-winning wings!

• Hava Java | 75 Main Street 44.987462, -81.254597 ☎ +1 519-754-7474 - The only coffee shop in Lion's Head, Hava Java serves good fresh Coffee. A side business to Sacred Fire crafts shop and the atmosphere is artsy, verging on spiritual, and the eclectic owner is friendly and talkative. Hours vary.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Lion's Head

Lion's Head - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Lion's Head, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Lion's Head. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Lion's Head and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Lion's Head. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Lion's Head. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inLion's Head: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Lion's Head.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Lion's Head: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Lion's Head, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Lion's Head.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Lion's Head, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Lion's Head, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Lion's Head and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Lion's Head, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Lion's Head, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Lion's Head without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Lion's Head is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Lion's Head.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Lion's Head is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Lion's Head, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Lion's Head Media: info@ehalal.io

Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Lion's Head

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Camping Places

• Marina Campground
• White Bluff Campground
• Heron Point Campground
• Hope Bay Campground

Indoors

• The Fitz Hostel | 4 Mill Street, Lion's Head 44.986383, -81.253221 on Mill St, 3 buildings down from Main St. ☎ +1 519-793-3267 Check-in: 3PM–8PM or by prior arrangement / Check-out: 11AM July - Aug: dorm $44, superior Muslim friendly room $115; off-season $40/100 Dorm and superior Muslim friendly room options with shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. The hostel is centrally located in the village of Lion’s Head. One private double room and two 4-bed shared dorms (two bunk beds in each). Full bedding is $5 per stay for the dorm rooms. A fitted sheet and pillow is included for hygenic purposes. Full bedding is included in the superior Muslim friendly room. Opened in 2016 in a renovated building dating to 1895 and the 10-bed Fitz Hostel is clean and charming. It has shared bathrooms and a full kitchen for guests to use. Staff have lots of maps and tips for things to see and do.

• Beach Motel
• Lionheart Guest House
• Nellie's B&B
• The Cat's Pajamas

Telecommunications in Lion's Head

The town is served by a Canada Post office. Cellular service is available though sometimes spotty. Hotels and restaurants often offer free Wi-Fi. The only bank is an RBC Royal Bank, which has a 24-hr ATM. There are two gas stations in nearby Ferndale, where the road to Lion's Head meets highway 6.

Travel Next

• Tobermory (Ontario) | Tobermory, Bruce Peninsula National Park, and Fathom Five National Marine Park
• Manitoulin Island
• Sauble Beach
• Wasaga Beach
• Collingwood (Ontario) | Collingwood
• Owen Sound
• Guelph
• Region of Waterloo Region
• Toronto

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