Explore the Southernmost point of mainland Canada at Point Pelee National Park. Enjoy walking and cycling trails, paddling, birding, swimming and more.See more
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Sep 1, 2024
We did 3 of the trails/hikes. lots of fun and not too busy. Staff in the little store were friendly. The lookout on the Marsh Boardwalk was great. Full review by Nomad27872911731
Jul 31, 2024
Beautiful park. The beach was well kept and children could swim freely. We had rented a pavilion for a private birthday party. It was great and had a washroom with running water Full review by Becky P
Jun 20, 2024
Made the short drive to Leamington this week to try and beat the heat Love the cheap price to get in and wasn’t very busy during the week We actually had the beach to ourselves as nobody was around… Full review by bhokansson
Which beach is safest to swim for families with Children? Washroom facilities - change tabe, running water? Just concerned and need more details as there is some new waterline being put in close to NorthWest Beach. Hoping to get some feed back as we plan to travel 18th Jul22
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Hi there, I know for a fact it is VERY DANGEROUS towards the tip. I have lived here my whole life and never go in that part of the water where the two currents meet - it is very choppy …
Hi there, I know for a fact it is VERY DANGEROUS towards the tip. I have lived here my whole life and never go in that part of the water where the two currents meet - it is very choppy and creates basically a rip tide. Even strong swimmers like myself (and I have lifeguard training) do not stand a chance with those undercurrents. Lake Erie can be aggressive and demands respect. I would not even swim within 2 kms of the tip just because the waters tend to be deeper and rougher as you move down. If you want to swim, stay up at the Northwest beach (the one with the large parking lot) and I discourage swimming in anything over your head in that water as it just tends to be very unpredictable. If you stay in the shallows and close to the beach you will be fine. If you do check out the little side beaches along the peninsula (E or W side) that tend to pop up when the water is low, again just avoid going in too deep. The closer to the gates you are the safer the water is basically - the tip = danger! do not go in at the tip please :) I cannot say it enough lol
An otentik is a mix of a cabin and a tent. You can rent them through the Parks Canada website which will also give you more info on how they look, what to bring with you, and what is …
An otentik is a mix of a cabin and a tent. You can rent them through the Parks Canada website which will also give you more info on how they look, what to bring with you, and what is included.
I am travelling to Point Pelee area in March but I thought that the park was closed. Can I still walk along the shoreline inside park boundaries?
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According to the Point Pelee website, the park hours are: September 7, 2021 to March 31, 2022:open Monday to Sunday 7 a.m. to sunset. Unless you have heard something …
According to the Point Pelee website, the park hours are: September 7, 2021 to March 31, 2022:open Monday to Sunday 7 a.m. to sunset. Unless you have heard something different from the Park authorities, I would say it is open. There is a gate at the front where you have to pay the fee, so if it is closed you'd be out of luck getting very far.
Are any of the boardwalks accessible for wheelchairs? I would like to take my mum there for a visit in the spring/summer season, thank you
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Yes, the boardwalk is accessible for wheelchairs. the park is very flat and the main trails are good, well maintained and so there is lots of choice. ( There are sometimes small …
Yes, the boardwalk is accessible for wheelchairs. the park is very flat and the main trails are good, well maintained and so there is lots of choice. ( There are sometimes small seasonal trails that would not be good for wheelchairs, but they are the exception. Contact the park and ask about the free shuttle bus that goes to the tip, It might also be wheelchair accessible.
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Why did Parks Canada close the Tip Tower?
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The safety of our visitors and staff is of the utmost importance to Parks Canada. In May 2022, a possible safety issue was identified on the Tip Tower,...
Sep 1, 2024
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