Parry Sound Ontario Map

About Parry Sound, Ontario

Parry Sound is a town in Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Parry Sound is located at 45.3539°N, 80.0361°W.

Parry Sound, nestled along the rugged shores of Georgian Bay, possesses a geography sculpted by ancient glaciers and the ceaseless embrace of vast freshwater. It lies 59.5 km west of Huntsville, ON (from Huntsville, ON: bearing 275°T), and is situated 7.5 km south-south-east of Nobel. The landscape here is a mosaic of granite outcrops, dense pine forests that whisper secrets on the wind, and a labyrinth of islands that dot the bay's shimmering expanse. Historically, this area was a vital artery for fur traders and loggers, its deep harbour a natural haven for vessels navigating the Great Lakes. The economy of Parry Sound has long been tied to the bounty of the water and the surrounding wilderness, with tourism now playing a significant role alongside its enduring connections to forestry and shipping. The air itself carries a crispness, a clean scent of pine and lake spray that hints at the raw, untamed beauty of this northern Ontario setting. The cultural character of Parry Sound is deeply rooted in its maritime heritage and the resilient spirit of its inhabitants, a blend of practicality and a quiet appreciation for the surrounding natural grandeur. The iconic Tower Hill Lookout offers panoramic views, a silent sentinel over the town and its watery domain, while the West Parry Sound Sportsplex buzzes with local athletic pursuits. While no major universities call Parry Sound home, its educational spirit thrives through community colleges and a deep engagement with the arts, famously championed by individuals like folk music legend Gordon Lightfoot, whose melodies often evoked the very spirit of this place. Major annual events, such as the Festival of the Sound, draw visitors and residents alike, celebrating music against the breathtaking backdrop of the Georgian Bay sunset.

About This Parry Sound Map Page

Explore Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.353889, -80.036111. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Parry Sound includes the postal code (P2A), telephone area code (226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Parry Sound is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.