kayaking on the Saugeen River

Thorncrest Outfitters is your outdoor adventure centre for canoe, kayak, bicycle, hiking, birding and winter pursuits. Complete canoe and kayak trips on the Saugeen River, as well as open water paddling on Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. Our stores stock quality outdoor clothing and all of the gear you will need for your adventure.

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Get all the gear you need for your outdoor adventures - from boats to camping gear, clothing, water filters and more!


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Rentals

Take advantage of our equipment rentals for your outdoor adventure - boats, carriers, packs, tents, bicycles and more!


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Shuttle Service

Fully insured shuttle service to drop points along the Saugeen River and up the Bruce Peninsula to Tobermory. Custom destinations available upon request.

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Circumnavigate Flower Pot Island

Circumnavigate Flower Pot Island

There is no better way to experience the stunning flowerpot formations found on this island then to glide under them in a sea kayak!

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2-6 hour paddle trips for groups 10 to 200

2-6 hour paddle trips for groups 10 to 200

Spend an afternoon paddling or floating down a section of the Saugeen with canoes or kayaks rented from Thorncrest Outfitters.

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  • Shuttle Service
    • We offer fully insured shuttle service to drop points along the Saugeen River and up the Bruce Peninsula to Tobermory. Custom destinations available upon request.
  • Rentals
    • Take advantage of our equipment rentals for your outdoor adventure - boats, carriers, packs, tents, bicycles and more!
  • Used Equipment
    • Check out our constantly changing inventory of previously loved outdoor equipment. Great deals.
  • Calendar
    • Be sure to check our calendar for upcoming events, guided package tours and more.
 
 

  • Southampton Location moving to Winter hours

    Southampton location will be starting business hours effective October 24th till December 11th. Monday to Saturday 10-5:30 Sunday 11-4:00pm and closed Tuesday and Wednesdays

  • Summer Staff needed for the spring of 2018

    If you Love the outdoors and people have we got the Job for you. Both our Southampton and Tobermory stores are hiring : Shuttle Drivers Store manager, Retail positions Boat Maintenance Email resume to admin@thorncrestoutfitters.com

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Summer Staff needed for the spring of 2018

If you Love the outdoors and people have we got the Job for you. Both our Southampton and Tobermory stores are hiring : Shuttle Drivers Store manager, Retail positions Boat Maintenance Email resume to admin@thorncrestoutfitters.com

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