Charged Up in Parry Sound: Explore While You Wait
Your vehicle is charging – now go explore. Parry Sound’s waterfront, downtown, and harbourfront are all within easy walking distance of the Lakeland EV Charging station Parry Sound on 2 Bay Street. Here’s what’s worth your time.
Starting Point: 2 Bay St, Parry Sound Lakeland EV Charging Station
Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts
1 min walk | 2 Bay St, Parry Sound
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One of the finest concert halls in Canada, sitting right on the shores of Georgian Bay. Home to the world-renowned Festival of the Sound every summer, the Stockey Centre hosts live music, comedy, and cultural events, and the bayside deck offers one of the best views in Parry Sound, completely free.
Fun fact: The Stockey Centre’s acoustics are so exceptional that performers regularly comment it’s one of their favourite venues to play in Canada.
Bobby Orr Hall of Fame
1 min walk | 2 Bay St, Parry Sound (inside the Stockey Centre)
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Parry Sound’s favourite son, widely regarded as the greatest defenceman in hockey history, is celebrated in this interactive sports heritage museum. See Bobby Orr’s NHL championship rings, Norris Trophy, Hart Memorial Trophy, and Art Ross Trophy, alongside a rich pictorial history of his career. Free for children 12 and under.
Fun fact: Bobby Orr grew up in Parry Sound and still returns to visit at least once a year for the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Rotary and Algonquin Regiment Waterfront Trails
1-minute walk to trail access | Join the Rotary and Algonquin Regiment Waterfront Trails (Fitness Trail) midway behind the Charles W. Stockey Centre. Walk in either direction.
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A six-kilometre waterfront trail running along the Georgian Bay shoreline from the Town Dock, connecting to Waubuno Beach, a Blue Flag designated swimming beach, and the North Shore Rugged Trail beyond. The views over the 30,000 Islands are spectacular at any time of year.
Fun fact: Georgian Bay is home to the world’s largest freshwater archipelago stretching as far as the eye can see from the trail.
Huckleberry’s
2 min walk | 14 Bay St, Parry Sound
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A charming shop nestled on the shore of Georgian Bay, established in 2002 and still one of Parry Sound’s most beloved waterfront stops. Two floors of beautifully curated home and cottage goods, from pine furniture and recycled plastic Muskoka chairs to locally made jam, birch lamps, jewellery, and cottage quilts. The kind of shop that makes shopping for yourself or gift-giving easy.
Fun fact: Huckleberry’s offers delivery straight to your dock or driveway – so you can shop, charge your car, and have your purchases waiting at the cottage when you arrive.
Bearly Used Books
9 min walk | 15 James St, Parry Sound
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New and gently used books in a wonderfully browsable independent bookshop. One of the largest used bookstores in the province and a mandatory stop for any book lover passing through. Give yourself more time than you think you’ll need.
Fun fact: With over 350,000 titles across two floors, there are more books in this shop than most people will read in a lifetime — so there’s no excuse for leaving empty-handed.
Dent Bay Baking Company
14 min walk | 4 River St, Parry Sound
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One of the finest artisan bakeries in the region, handmade sourdough breads and craft pastries built from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. The apple galette and ice cream sandwiches made with Nicky’s ice cream are legendary. A near-perfect five-star rating and a very good reason to arrive hungry.
Fun fact: Every loaf is shaped and baked by hand – no shortcuts, no preservatives. Just flour, water, salt, and time.
Get to Know the Place You’re In.
Take a free self-guided walking tour using the On This Spot app and discover the local history, people and landmarks that have shaped Parry Sound.
Walking tours presented in partnership with the Parry Sound Business Association and the West Parry Sound District Museum.
Feature photo: Thom Morrissey Photography