Summer will soon be in full swing, and it’s time to start planning your vacation time to take advantage of those precious warm days. There really is no bad time to visit Blue Mountain, but each month definitely has it’s own unique benefits. Read on to learn more about when to plan your next trip (or two!) to Blue this summer.
May
When the lifts stop turning the fun doesn’t end at Blue Mountain. Join us in May to enjoy the beautiful spring blooms, and get your winter hiking legs ready for the summer. Don’t worry about missing out. By the May long weekend our summer attractions are open and ready for you to enjoy. If you have any friends getting married this summer, May is also the perfect time to send them off in style with a bachelor or bachelorette party here at the Blue Mountain Village. Not sure where to start? Check out our guides to planning the ultimate bachelor or bachelorette parties.
June
Early summer is a great time to enjoy a quiet getaway before the kids get out of school. You can enjoy all of the fun of mid-summer every weekend without the mid-summer crowds. All of our attractions are open for you to enjoy, and our calendar is stocked with incredible events you won’t want to miss. The moderate weather is ideal for exploring our extensive hiking trail network, and the links are pristine for a fantastic round of golf.
July
By July we’re in the heart of the summer with a wide range of events and activities to suit all tastes. Feel the wind in your hair on our popular Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster, or test your bravery on the Timber Challenge High Ropes Course. A classic that everyone will love is a ride on our Open Air Gondola where you’ll enjoy stellar views of Georgian Bay from the summit of our slopes. Are you having trouble deciding which attractions to do? Why not try them all? With our Play All Day Getaway Package you’ll enjoy unlimited play time during your stay.
August
When the cities heat up in August our village offers an amazing escape from the summer swelter. You can cool down with a paddle around the Millpond, or spend the day splashing in the pools at Plunge! Aquatic Centre. August is also a great time to take the kids away for one last family vacation before they head back to school. They’ll love our action packed camps including Mountainside, Beachside and Tennis options.
September
It’s easy to think that summer is over as soon as September starts, but there is still plenty of great weather and fun to be had at Blue Mountain. September is the ideal time to plan a weekend with your best girlfriends, or enjoy a romantic couple’s getaway before the flakes start to fly. Most of our summer attractions are still open well into the fall, so there is no shortage of activities to keep you entertained on your visit. You’ll revel in the stunning fall colours while taking advantage of great seasonal .
Words: Megan Wilson