It’s time to reach new heights and enjoy scenic vistas in a non traditional way. Curious? Well, you won’t need to hike up a summit to enjoy 360 views of the Niagara Escarpment and a lovely bay. This Open-Air Gondola Ride is one of a kind and it’s located in this popular Ontario village.

A trip to The Blue Mountains is all you need to take to experience the thrilling yet scenic adventure of the Open-Air Gondola Ride at Blue Mountain Resort. It’s about a two hour drive from Toronto and it is a beloved destination in any season.

According to Destination Ontario, the municipality of The Blue Mountains is “located on the southern shores of Georgian Bay, on the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.”

It’s an all season adventure when you head to its main attraction, the Blue Mountain Resort. But for summer and fall, you’ll want to embark on this exciting journey for the best views around.

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The Open-Air Gondola Ride is the only lift in North America that is both gondola and chairlift. It brings you to the top of the summit and fits up to 8 people per car.

And once you reach the top, you can fuel up at the Summitview Pavilion located right at the peak.

The gondola’s summer schedule operates every day from 10 AM to 9 PM until September 2nd. You can get the best sunset views too if you go in the evening.

Pets cannot ride the gondola and its operations are weather-dependent.

And while you’re at it, stop by the Blue Mountain Village and explore its cobblestoned streets.

Your next adventure awaits.

Open-Air Gondola

When: 10 AM to 9 PM until September 2nd (hours subject to change following the date)
Where: 190 Gord Canning Dr, Blue Mountains, Ontario
Cost: Several ticket options to choose from.

Karen Doradea

Karen Doradea

Senior Staff Writer, Toronto – Karen is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. With a strong knowledge of reporting and editing through all forms of media, she has a true passion for storytelling. She carries several years of journalistic experience and has covered the Toronto scene from local stories to national news. When Karen isn’t publishing fire content, you can find her binge-watching sitcoms on Crave, at a must-try restaurant, or scrolling endlessly on TikTok looking for the next best thing – News never sleeps.

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