Grand Valley offers a unique experience where country meets the village. The Town of Grand Valley consists of the original "village" with its commercial downtown, heritage houses and new development, the agricultural and rural areas, as well as natural areas.
Visit historic sites, participate in agri-tourism, enjoy Natures Playground at the Luther Marsh, which covers 3,000 acres including a 3500-acre lake and is a significant reservoir at the HEADWATERS of the Grand River watershed. Enjoy the picturesque setting in various parks as the Grand River meanders through the idyllic pastoral countryside and the lovely urban centre, or take the opportunity to go fishing, swimming, canoeing or kayaking. Jump on your bike and go for a ride on the historic rail-trail or one of the many trails that wind through the town.
TOWN OF GRAND VALLEY website
www.townofgrandvalley.ca
THINGS TO DO in Grand Valley
Luther Marsh Conservation Area:
Commune with nature at Luther Marsh. Enjoy a quiet hike, fish from your canoe or from the dam. Luther Marsh offers a home to various species of wildlife and a variety of flora and fauna, and is one of the best bird-watching sites in Ontario.
www.grandriver.ca/en/outdoor-recreation/Luther-Marsh.aspx
Rail Trail:
Go for a leisurely walk or family bike ride on the various trails throughout the Grand Valley area.
www.townofgrandvalley.ca/en/discover-grand-valley/trail-systems-in-grand-valley.aspx
Grand Valley FESTIVALS and EVENTS
CHASE THE TORNADO:
Each year Grand Valley hosts a Chase the Tornado run, following the path of the tornado that cut through the town in 1985. Run the picturesque 10 km path that crosses the Grand River 4 times via 3 bridges, run or walk the 5 km, or put your 10-and-unders in the Fun Run.
DUCK RACE:
Duck Race Day is a fun and exciting day for the whole community. All over town, service clubs, sports organizations, church groups, and families organizing fundraisers and events. Past events have included free breakfasts, plant sales, kiddie tractor races, bike rodeos, book sales, concession stands and spaghetti dinners.
calendar.townofgrandvalley.ca/Default/Detail/2022-05-28-1000-2022-Duck-Day
GRAND RIVER RODEO:
The action packed weekend includes Barrel Racing, rodeo performances, live music, a horseshoe tournament, classic car show, great food and vendors and more!
www.grandriverrodeo.com
POLAR BEAR DIP:
Take an icy dip in the Grand River at the annual Polar Bear Dip, which occurs each January 1st. Money raised goes to the Food Bank.
Grand Valley SPORTS
Grand Valley offers a variety of sports teams to encourage you and your family to stay fit and have fun. Below you will find links to the various sports in the Grand Valley area.
Baseball -
grandvalleysoftball.wixsite.com/gvmsb
Hockey -
gvmh.ca
Soccer -
www.facebook.com/grandvalleyminorsoccerclub