05/31/2026
Tobermory Back in the Day ⚓
Before Tobermory became one of Ontario’s most loved places to visit, it was a hardworking harbour village shaped by fishing, shipping, shipwrecks, and the powerful waters where Lake Huron and Georgian Bay meet. 🌊
Originally known as Collins Harbour, the community was later renamed Tobermory by Scottish settlers and fishermen, inspired by Tobermory on the Isle of Mull in Scotland. With its natural harbours, rugged shoreline, and access to some of the Great Lakes’ most challenging waters, Tobermory became an important place of refuge for boats travelling the Bruce Peninsula.
One of its most iconic landmarks, Big Tub Lighthouse, was built in 1885 to help guide vessels safely into the harbour. Today, it still stands as a reminder of Tobermory’s deep maritime roots and the generations who made their living along these waters. 💡
From fishing boats and lighthouse keepers to the postcard-perfect village we know today, Tobermory has always had a special kind of charm.
It’s more than a beautiful destination — it’s a piece of Bruce County history. 🕰️
