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Walkerton, Ontario

Walkerton is a town in the municipality of Brockton, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. It is the site of Brockton's municipal offices and is the county seat.

Type TownPopulation 4,724

Why go

  • Incorporated Town in Ontario, Canada.

History

Walkerton is a town in the municipality of Brockton, Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. It is the site of Brockton's municipal offices and is the county seat. Walkerton is located on the Saugeen River, at the junction of Highway 9 and the former Provincial Highway 4 and is 75 kilometres (47 mi) southwest of Owen Sound, 44 kilometres east of Kincardine, 10 kilometres west of Hanover, and 10 kilometres north of Mildmay. As of 2021, the town had 4,724 people in the community.

Airports

Kincardine Municipal Airport (YKD) 37 km to the centre
Kincardine, ON, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Walkerton, Ontario — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Walkerton, Ontario. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach