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Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

Lion's Head Lookout – McKay Harbour Beach loop from Lion's Head Provincial Nature Reserve

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Running trails & routes
Canada
Ontario
Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

Lion's Head Lookout – McKay Harbour Beach loop from Lion's Head Provincial Nature Reserve

Hard

10

runners

Lion's Head Lookout – McKay Harbour Beach loop from Lion's Head Provincial Nature Reserve

01:44

16.4km

180m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Lion's Head Provincial Nature Reserve

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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3.56 km

Lion's Head Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

The main Lion’s Head Lookout delivers the big moment: sweeping views over turquoise Georgian Bay, sheer limestone cliffs and the rugged shoreline below. It can get busy, especially in good …

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2

4.19 km

Lion’s Head Point

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Lion’s Head Point is one of Ontario’s showstopper views, where turquoise Georgian Bay spreads beneath towering limestone cliffs. Along the way, watch for ancient geological features in the rock, including …

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3

5.12 km

McKay Harbour Beach

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McKay Harbour has a secluded rocky beach with striking views over the blue waters of Georgian Bay. The descent is steep, rugged, and demanding, so allow extra time and save …

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16.4 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

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12.6 km

3.28 km

468 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.28 km

496 m

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