Where to EAT + PLAY + STAY in the Island Community of
South Baymouth
Tehkummah Township
705-859-3293
P.O Box 24
456 Highway 542A
Tehkummah, Ontario, Canada
EAT IN SOUTH BAYMOUTH
The Wigwam
www.thewigwamgiftshoppeandmotel.ca
705-859-3646
14 Water Street, South Baymouth
Ice cream, subs, and pizza takeout as well as a new fish & chips truck.
Licensed: NO| Patio: YES | Takeout: YES | Year-round: NO
Pierside Restaurant
705-859-1880
6 Water Street, South Baymouth
Dockside restaurant with a large patio featuring favourites such as whitefish dinners, burgers, and more.
Licensed: YES | Patio: YES | Takeout: YES | Year-round: NO
Huron Motor Lodge
705-859-3131
24 Water Street, South Baymouth
Cafe and ice cream parlour with drinks, snacks, and other quick & easy treats.
Licensed: NO | Patio: NO| Takeout: YES | Year-round: NO
Carol & Earl's Restaurant
705-859-3000
21306 Highway 6, South Baymouth
Family style diner featuring homemade comfort food and desserts with seating for up to 100.
Licensed: NO | Patio: NO| Takeout: YES | Year-round: Yes
STAY IN SOUTH BAYMOUTH
Bears Inn
705-859-3314
825 Lakeshore Road, South Baymouth
Type: Cottage rentals
Waterfront: Yes
Year-round: No
The Wigwam Motel
www.thewigwamgiftshoppeandmotel.ca
705-859-3646
14 Water Street, South Baymouth
Type: Motel
Waterfront: No
Year-round: No
The Buckhorn Motel
705-859-3635
21706 Highway 6, South Baymouth
Type: Motel
Waterfront: No
Year-round: No
Big Buck Cottages
705-859-3874
Highway 6, South Baymouth
Type: Cottage rentals
Waterfront: Yes
Year-round: No
Huron Motor Lodge
705-859-3131
26 Water Street, South Baymouth
Type: Motel
Waterfront: No
Year-round: No
South Bay Resort
705-859-3106
21214 Highway 6, South Baymouth
Type: Tent & trailer park, cottages
Waterfront: Yes
Year-round: No
South Bay Cottages
15 Given Road, South Baymouth
Type: Cottage & room rentals
Waterfront: No
Year-round: No
PLAY IN SOUTH BAYMOUTH
Trails, Lookouts, Parks, + Recreational Facilities
John Budd Memorial Park
Highway 6, South Baymouth
Just beside Carl Brown Trading Post, John Budd Memorial Park includes a picnic area and a pavilion for local events.
South Baymouth Park/Playground
Water Street, South Baymouth
Along the South Baymouth marina is a park with a picnic area, playground equipment, and a lookout that overlooks Lake Huron and the South Baymouth lighthouse.
Bowerman Trails (Make Believe Island)
Water Street, South Baymouth
The trailhead is located behind (to the west of) the South Baymouth marina/boat launch. You will find a map near the boardwalk along the swamp. The trails are filled with fun surprises for all ages, with one trail taking you to "Make Believe Island" - a small island that overlooks Lake Huron.
Museums, Arts, + Cultural Centres
The Little Schoolhouse & Museum
113 Church Street, South Baymouth
The Little Schoolhouse & Museum highlights the history of South Baymouth and Tehkummah Township as a whole. The museum houses artifacts and exhibits about the town's past, while the schoolhouse heritage building takes you back in time to the early classroom.
Beaches, Lighthouses + Boat Launches
South Baymouth Lighthouse
Water Street, South Baymouth
Just beyond the marina is a short boardwalk out to the lighthouse (front range light). This lighthouse is still operational and the lights welcome visitors on the Chi-Cheemaun Ferry as they come into port. There are benches and a gazebo with stunning views of Lake Huron and the rocks.
Rogers Creek Boat Launch
Lakeshore Road, South Baymouth
The Rogers Creek boat launch is located at the Rogers Creek Bridge and launches into Leeson Bay (a smaller bay within South Bay). Please note that the bridge itself is now closed, so you must access the boat launch from the East side (via Concession 6 East to Lakeshore Road).
Little Harbour Marina & Boat Launch
Water Street, South Baymouth
The marina has over 70 boat slips as well as access to fuel pumps, hookups, and public washrooms. There is also a public boat launch into the south shore of Manitoulin and Lake Huron, where people often go salmon fishing.
South Baymouth Beach
Highway 6, South Baymouth
The South Baymouth Beach includes a sand bottom bay for swimming as well as playground equipment, washrooms, and a picnic area/rest stop.
OTHER SERVICES IN SOUTH BAYMOUTH
The Wigwam Gift Shop
www.thewigwamgiftshoppeandmotel.ca
705-859-3646
14 Water Street, South Baymouth
Service: Gift shop
Year-round: No
Huron Motor Lodge Gift Shop
705-859-3131
24 Water Street, South Baymouth
Service: Gift shop
Year-round: No
Carl's Trading Post
705-859-3474
2nd Street, South Baymouth
Service: Gas station, auto repair, convenience
Year-round: Yes
GOVERNMENT + PUBLIC SERVICES IN SOUTH BAYMOUTH
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Canada Post - 33 Given Road, South Baymouth - 705-859-3411