Rain happens, even on vacation. The good news is that the Blue Mountain and Collingwood area offers plenty of indoor activities that can turn a rainy day into one of the most memorable days of your trip.
At Blue Mountain Village
Plunge! Aquatic Centre
The go-to rainy day activity for families. This facility features warm water pools, water slides, and splash areas for kids of all ages. Plan for 2 to 3 hours and arrive early to avoid the busiest times.
Wind Rider Surfing
Indoor surfing using simulated wave technology. Kids aged 5 and up find it thrilling. Sessions last 30 to 60 minutes. Wear swimwear and bring a change of clothes.
Village Shopping and Entertainment
Browse shops for souvenirs, play games at the arcade, enjoy hot chocolate at a cafe, or catch a movie.
In Collingwood
- **Collingwood Museum** — Shipbuilding heritage and local history with interactive exhibits (1 to 2 hours)
- **Collingwood Library** — Welcoming children's section with programs
- **Bowling** — Reliable fun for all ages with bumper lanes for young children
- **Indoor Climbing** — Check local listings for current options
At Your Chalet
Some of the best rainy day memories are made without leaving your chalet at Blue View Chalets:
Baking Together
Use the fully equipped kitchen for cookies, brownies, homemade pizza, or apple crisp. Kids love helping measure, mix, and decorate.
Board Games and Cards
Pack favourites or buy a new game at a Collingwood shop. Puzzles that evolve over the course of your stay are great too.
Movie Marathon
Smart TVs and comfortable living areas make movie days easy. Let each family member pick a film, make popcorn in the kitchen, and create a cozy blanket fort.
Arts and Crafts
Colouring books, sketchbooks, bracelet-making kits, and nature crafts using collected leaves.
Hot Tub in the Rain
One of the most underrated experiences: sitting in warm water while rain falls around you. Kids love it, and adults find it genuinely therapeutic.
Indoor Scavenger Hunt
Hide items or clues around the chalet, create riddles leading to different rooms, and offer a small prize. This can occupy kids for an hour or more.
Making the Most of Rain
Some activities are actually more fun in the rain: walking with proper gear, puddle jumping, watching rain from a covered porch with hot chocolate. The families who enjoy their Blue Mountain vacations most are the ones who see rain as an opportunity to do something different.
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