The Blue Mountains is a town in Grey County, southwestern Ontario, Canada, located where the Beaver River flows into Nottawasaga Bay. It is named for the Blue Mountain, and hence the economy of the town is centred on tourism, particularly on the Blue Mountain ski resort and the private Georgian Peaks, Osler, Craigleith and Alpine Ski Clubs.
The Blue Mountains has a host of recreational activities for all the seasons. Most notably is the winter skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. In the summer there is hiking, downhill/cross-country biking, an extravagant mini putt, the Ridge Runner and events such as Met Con Blue. If physical activities are not what you are looking for, The Village at Blue Mountain has a plethora of boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels and chalets, as well as golf courses within walking distance. Less than a 5-minute drive away there is the Scandinave Spa which situated on 25 acres of natural Ontario birch, as well as the Scenic Caves.
Cascade is the most scenic way to ascend Blue Mountain! The beginning trail post for Cascade starts in behind the South Base Lodge off of Gord Canning Drive. Cascade is marked with purple blazes. Enjoy plenty of waterfall views along the way, if you can breath. You will cross several bridges and climb many stair steps as well. Once you get to the Blue Mountain Cascade Hiking Trail sign at the very top of the mountain, simply turn around and head down. You will have to be very cautious going down! Completing the trail in dry conditions is preferred. Also, starting bright and early in the morning will help you avoid foot traffic. Enjoy!
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I will mention that there are some short cuts one could take on this trail. This FKT isn't to get to the top in any way that you want, it's following the purple blazes and staying on the main trail. You have to take all the man made steps whether rock slabs or wooden stairs. People have taken short cuts and created other pathways that weren't meant to be there. Great trail to do though!