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Town in Ontario, Canada
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Goderich is a town of 7,700 people (2021) in Huron County, by the shore of Lake Huron. It is a service centre for the surrounding agricultural communities, and has one of the oldest salt mines in Ontario, dating to 1866. Also a beach community.
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The Huron County Museum is surprisingly good for a local museum, and contains thousands of artifacts including antique farm machinery, regimental badges, and entire steam train, and Victorian bone china. Permanent exhibits depict the early settlement and development of Huron County, including a full-size locomotive, A World War II Sherman tank, an extensive military collection, and an exhibit related to salt mining in the area.
This octagonal building served as the town jail from its opening in 1842 until 1972, and was the sight of the last hanging in Canada. It is now a museum and a National Historic Site.
The oldest Canadian light station on Lake Huron, completed in 1846. A great place to watch the sunset.
The old railway bridge have been converted so that you can safely walk across and enjoy a splendid view of the nature surrounding Goderich.
A large sandy beach with good swimming; 6 km of hiking trails, playgrounds and playing fields. Camping available.
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Set along the Maitland River is a 230-acre outdoor playground with camping. Falls Reserve is nearly enclosed by the winding Maitland River. Over thousands of years the river has carved its way through rock, leaving behind a rugged river valley. Wide and shallow, the river cascades over a series of low waterfalls creating a swimming area.
an historic lighthouse, built in 1850. it is constructed in the "imperial style", a style not seen anywhere else in Ontario. The lighthouse is open at as a museum, and you can climb to the top to take in the (not so great) view
A cozy restaurant with a good, varied menu at reasonable prices.
Breakfast and lunch spot.
Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads.
Excellent food and service in a restored Victorian house.
Pub and restaurant.
A family-owned and -operated winery specializing in expertly-crafted wine.
Free WiFi, air conditioning, satellite channels, indoor pool, fitness centre. Front desk operates from 9AM-9PM.
Spa, indoor swimming pool and hot tub. CAA four-diamond restaurant overlooking the Maitland River.
Every room has a private terrace and a fireplace. It overlooks the Maitland River, and there are hiking trails and fishing from their backyard. Continental breakfast included. Bistro on site.
Baked goods, fruits, vegetables, plants, homemade jellies and jam, fresh meat.
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