18 Places In Canada With Names So Weird They'll Make You Do A Double Take
Across Canada, you'll find plenty of towns with names that are so strange, you won't believe they actually exist. There's everything from strange-sounding words and unflattering names, to plenty of sexual innuendoes on signs that you'll find along the road. So, if you're looking to go on a hilarious road trip, or two, why not travel across the country photographing some of the weirdest names of places in Canada?
This year, one of Canada's weirdest names made international news when Jimmy Kimmel featured the town of Dildo, Newfoundland. Kimmel loved the name of the town so much, he became the honourary Mayor of Dildo. As a gift to the city, Kimmel installed a large Hollywood-style sign with the name of the town.
But it isn't just Dildo with a unique name that draws tourists. In Canada, you'll find town names like Climax, Sober Island, Shag Harbour, and even Eyebrow! Because the names are so surprising, many people will visit these areas just to photograph the road sign. So, it's time to pack up the car and go on a road trip to see these spots for yourself.
Here are 19 places in Canada with the weirdest names ever that you won't believe actually exist:
Big Beaver
Address: Big Beaver, Saskatchewan
Why You Need To Go: Enroute to the Big Muddy Badlands, you'll pass the old-time town of Big Beaver.
Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!
Address: Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!, Quebec
Why You Need To Go: This spot in Quebec is the only municipality in the world with two exclamation points in its name.
Happy Adventure
Address: Happy Adventure, Newfoundland
Why You Need To Go: It's a charming village on the Eastport Peninsula.
Dildo
Address: Dildo, Newfoundland
Why You Need To Go: This city had a surge in popularity ever since Jimmy Kimmel said he wanted to run for mayor.
Vulcan
Address: Vulcan, Alberta
Why You Need To Go: Star Trek fans will not only love the name of the town, but also the visitor centre which looks like a space ship.
Blow Me Down
Address: Blow Me Down Provincial Park, Newfoundland
Why You Need To Go: This scenic provincial park makes a relaxing spot to go camping. Within the park, you can also enjoy the hiking trails that offer breathtaking views of Lark Harbour.
Come By Chance
Address: Come By Chance, Newfoundland
Why You Need To Go: This town is best known for having Newfoundland's only oil refinery.
Climax
Address: Climax, Saskatchewan
Why You Need To Go: The sign alone makes this town worth a visit, but once you arrive you'll enjoy visiting the charming small agricultural town.
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Address: Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Alberta
Why You Need To Go: The name comes from the fact that indigenous folks used to herd buffalo off into the foothills of the mountains. It's now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dude Chilling Park
Address: Dude Chilling Park, British Columbia
Why You Need To Go: This sign in a Vancouver park was first created as a prank, but later was permitted to remain standing.
Ragged Ass Road
Address: Ragged Ass Road, Northwest Territories
Why You Need To Go: The road was named as a joke by the owner of the property, Lou Rocher, but the street name still remains today. If you're in the area, it's well worth a visit just to see the hilarious sign name.
Punkeydoodles Corners
Address: Punkeydoodles Corners, Ontario
Why You Need To Go: Plenty of people come to this small hamlet just to see the strange sign name.
Swastika
Address: Swastika, Ontario
Why You Need To Go: This spot in Ontario is frequently listed as a place in Canada with an unusual name.
Sober Island
Address: Sober Island, Nova Scotia
Why You Need To Go: Sober Island isn't so sober after all. Here, you can visit the Sober Island Brewing Company. Head there to enjoy some of their fantastic beer.
Eyebrow
Address: Eyebrow, Saskatchewan
Why You Need To Go: By this peaceful village in Saskatchewan, you can enjoy the view of Diefenbaker Lake.
Shag Harbour
Address: Shag Harbour, Nova Scotia
Why You Need To Go: This spot is famous for a 1967 UFO sighting, which still draws tourists to this area today.
Sexsmith
Address: Sexsmith, Alberta
Why You Need To Go: If you want to escape the bustle of the city, this small town might be worth a visit.
Nameless Cove
Address: Nameless Cove, Newfoundland
Why You Need To Go: Here, you can enjoy relaxing views of the coast, and nearby you'll find another spot with a funny name called Mistaken Cove.
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