Kristina’s guidebook to Long Point
Neighborhoods
Long Point is an absolute gem on the shores of the crystal clear Lake Erie. It is a sand spit and medium-sized hamlet on the north shore and is about 40 kilometres long and a kilometre across at its widest point.
Knows for its ecological importance, in 1982, Long Point National Wildlife Area was recognized as a wetland of international significance under the Ramsar Convention. In 1986 Long Point Biosphere Reserve has been designated as a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and as a globally significant Important Bird Area by Bird Life International.
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources classifies Long Point as a Macrosite, an area that contains numerous ecological or geological significant zones, such as Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest.
The stunning Long Point Provincial Park is right on the edge of the peninsula and has beautiful day and over night camping grounds, public beaches, canoeing & hiking trails and bbq areas.
The vibe of Long Point is very quaint, relaxing, serene and at if you're a nature lover, there is no better place to be- a bird sanctuary, a fisher's paradise, a hiker's dream and a boater's freedom!
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Long Point
Long Point is an absolute gem on the shores of the crystal clear Lake Erie. It is a sand spit and medium-sized hamlet on the north shore and is about 40 kilometres long and a kilometre across at its widest point.
Knows for its ecological importance, in 1982, Long Point National Wildlife Area was recognized as a wetland of international significance under the Ramsar Convention. In 1986 Long Point Biosphere Reserve has been designated as a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and as a globally significant Important Bird Area by Bird Life International.
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources classifies Long Point as a Macrosite, an area that contains numerous ecological or geological significant zones, such as Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest.
The stunning Long Point Provincial Park is right on the edge of the peninsula and has beautiful day and over night camping grounds, public beaches, canoeing & hiking trails and bbq areas.
The vibe of Long Point is very quaint, relaxing, serene and at if you're a nature lover, there is no better place to be- a bird sanctuary, a fisher's paradise, a hiker's dream and a boater's freedom!
Sightseeing
Located in one of the darkest points in Southern Ontario, the Long Point Observatory is Canada’s newest public astronomical observatory. Our 16” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope is capable of revealing celestial objects 10,000 times fainter than the faintest objects visible to the naked eye!
115 Front Rd, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 888-448-2473
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Long Point Bird Observatory
13 Old Cut BoulevardLocated in one of the darkest points in Southern Ontario, the Long Point Observatory is Canada’s newest public astronomical observatory. Our 16” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope is capable of revealing celestial objects 10,000 times fainter than the faintest objects visible to the naked eye!
115 Front Rd, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 888-448-2473
Only provincial park with a golf course. Three hiking trails. Great beach in the village of Turkey Point – shallow, buoyed swimming, great for kids. Marina, restaurants, zip lining, winery all within two kilometres. Group camping
Turkey Point, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1T0, Canada
+1 519-426-3239
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ターキーポイント州立公園
194 Turkey Point RoadOnly provincial park with a golf course. Three hiking trails. Great beach in the village of Turkey Point – shallow, buoyed swimming, great for kids. Marina, restaurants, zip lining, winery all within two kilometres. Group camping
Turkey Point, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1T0, Canada
+1 519-426-3239
Activities
Find A Way Flyboarding offers the best one on one coaching and our team of talented flyboard instructors will guarantee you're in for a good time. Make it a priority to come down to Lake Erie this summer. Flyboard rentals in Turkey Point and Port Dover is great fun for the whole family (ages 12 and up). A very easy learning curve. Takes most of our customers 5-10 minutes before having full control, then up we go.
A Flyboard is a hydroflight device that allows riders to soar up to 50 feet into the air, dive into the water like a dolphin, and perform incredible aerial flips and spins. Invented by Franky Zapata in 2010, Flyboarding has quickly become the hottest new water sport on the scene.
https://findawayflyboarding.ca/about-us
Find A Way Flyboarding
239 Ordnance DrFind A Way Flyboarding offers the best one on one coaching and our team of talented flyboard instructors will guarantee you're in for a good time. Make it a priority to come down to Lake Erie this summer. Flyboard rentals in Turkey Point and Port Dover is great fun for the whole family (ages 12 and up). A very easy learning curve. Takes most of our customers 5-10 minutes before having full control, then up we go.
A Flyboard is a hydroflight device that allows riders to soar up to 50 feet into the air, dive into the water like a dolphin, and perform incredible aerial flips and spins. Invented by Franky Zapata in 2010, Flyboarding has quickly become the hottest new water sport on the scene.
https://findawayflyboarding.ca/about-us
Zip Line & Canopy Tours:
Glide through the Carolinian forest on a world class 2½ hour zipline and canopy tour adventure. This thrilling adventure includes 8 ziplines, 2 suspension skybridges, 14 platforms and a 40-foot rappel.
Axe Throwing:
Do you have what it takes to be a real lumberjack?! Come test your axe throwing skills with this new adventure! A group of 4 is required for this event (if you have a smaller group, we will combine groups to meet the minimum). Various games and skills facilitated by our expert axe throwers! Events last approximately 2.5-3 hours in length.
Turkey Point Mountain Biking:
The mountain biking in and around Turkey Point is some of the best trail riding in Ontario. There is over 50km of single track trail that includes trails along 100′ deep cut ridges adjacent to the World Biosphere Reserve and through both Turkey Point Provincial Park and St. Williams Conservation Reserve as well as adjacent lands including a meandering trail through the award-winning Burning Kiln Winery and it’s vineyards.
Wilderness Mushroom Foray:
Join Naturalist Robin Tapley, and the Blue Elephant’s Executive Chef Heather Pond on the annual wilderness and culinary adventure of mushroom hunting, wine pairing, and culinary delights from the diverse regions of the Carolinian forests.
Long Point Observatory;
Located in one of the darkest points in Southern Ontario, the Long Point Observatory is one of Canada's newest public astronomical observatories. Our 16” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope is capable of revealing celestial objects 10,000 times fainter than the faintest objects visible to the naked eye!
Kayaking Tours:
Appropriately called the “Canadian Amazon”, this gentle meandering waterway of Big Creek winds south through the Carolinian forests of Norfolk County into the Big Creek National Wildlife Area, an internationally recognized marsh and wetland, and finally empties into Long Point's Inner Bay.
Fishing Tours:
Long Point Eco-Adventures has partnered up with BAER Kayak Fishing to offer a variety of full service kayak fishing trips that will excite the first time fisherman and seasoned angler alike!
Enjoy your catch with family and friends! BAER guides will fillet your catch (conservation limit) to take home or BBQ it up on site at Long Point Eco-Adventures after your tour!
Combine two fishing tours with an overnight stay in our Wilderness Suites or Wilderness Pods for even more adventure!
Beer & Wine Tours:
Cycle and sip through various wineries! If you like wine, this is the tour for you! Peddle through the rolling lakeside scenery of Norfolk County while leisurely stopping at 3 different wineries to sample each of their bold wine flavours. Enjoy spectacular views and vines and finish with a lunch filled with local Norfolk County produce served with culinary style. This tour begins on Saturdays at 11:00am and lasts approximately 4 hours (including a box lunch at Burning Kiln Winery).
Honey Bee Apiary Tours:
Put on a Beekeeping suit and come check out the Eco Bees with Vanessa! In this program, we will head over to the apiary to have an up-close look at the hives. Participants will be introduced to the world of honey bees and what it’s like to be a beekeeper. Guests will learn the inner workings of the beehive and how every bee has an important role to keep the colony thriving. And of course, there will also be honey tasting! Guests get to try a variety of honey and other by-products of the hive!
Long Point Eco Adventures:
http://www.lpfun.ca/
1730 Front Rd | St. William’s, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1P0, Canada
+1 877-743-8687
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Long Point Eco Adventures
1730 Front Rd
Zip Line & Canopy Tours:
Glide through the Carolinian forest on a world class 2½ hour zipline and canopy tour adventure. This thrilling adventure includes 8 ziplines, 2 suspension skybridges, 14 platforms and a 40-foot rappel.
Axe Throwing:
Do you have what it takes to be a real lumberjack?! Come test your axe throwing skills with this new adventure! A group of 4 is required for this event (if you have a smaller group, we will combine groups to meet the minimum). Various games and skills facilitated by our expert axe throwers! Events last approximately 2.5-3 hours in length.
Turkey Point Mountain Biking:
The mountain biking in and around Turkey Point is some of the best trail riding in Ontario. There is over 50km of single track trail that includes trails along 100′ deep cut ridges adjacent to the World Biosphere Reserve and through both Turkey Point Provincial Park and St. Williams Conservation Reserve as well as adjacent lands including a meandering trail through the award-winning Burning Kiln Winery and it’s vineyards.
Wilderness Mushroom Foray:
Join Naturalist Robin Tapley, and the Blue Elephant’s Executive Chef Heather Pond on the annual wilderness and culinary adventure of mushroom hunting, wine pairing, and culinary delights from the diverse regions of the Carolinian forests.
Long Point Observatory;
Located in one of the darkest points in Southern Ontario, the Long Point Observatory is one of Canada's newest public astronomical observatories. Our 16” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope is capable of revealing celestial objects 10,000 times fainter than the faintest objects visible to the naked eye!
Kayaking Tours:
Appropriately called the “Canadian Amazon”, this gentle meandering waterway of Big Creek winds south through the Carolinian forests of Norfolk County into the Big Creek National Wildlife Area, an internationally recognized marsh and wetland, and finally empties into Long Point's Inner Bay.
Fishing Tours:
Long Point Eco-Adventures has partnered up with BAER Kayak Fishing to offer a variety of full service kayak fishing trips that will excite the first time fisherman and seasoned angler alike!
Enjoy your catch with family and friends! BAER guides will fillet your catch (conservation limit) to take home or BBQ it up on site at Long Point Eco-Adventures after your tour!
Combine two fishing tours with an overnight stay in our Wilderness Suites or Wilderness Pods for even more adventure!
Beer & Wine Tours:
Cycle and sip through various wineries! If you like wine, this is the tour for you! Peddle through the rolling lakeside scenery of Norfolk County while leisurely stopping at 3 different wineries to sample each of their bold wine flavours. Enjoy spectacular views and vines and finish with a lunch filled with local Norfolk County produce served with culinary style. This tour begins on Saturdays at 11:00am and lasts approximately 4 hours (including a box lunch at Burning Kiln Winery).
Honey Bee Apiary Tours:
Put on a Beekeeping suit and come check out the Eco Bees with Vanessa! In this program, we will head over to the apiary to have an up-close look at the hives. Participants will be introduced to the world of honey bees and what it’s like to be a beekeeper. Guests will learn the inner workings of the beehive and how every bee has an important role to keep the colony thriving. And of course, there will also be honey tasting! Guests get to try a variety of honey and other by-products of the hive!
Long Point Eco Adventures:
http://www.lpfun.ca/
1730 Front Rd | St. William’s, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1P0, Canada
+1 877-743-8687
ICE FISHING RATES
2-3 persons in a hut - $60/person
4-6 persons in a hut - $55/person
Kids (12 and under), with two or more paying adults* - $40
Kids 3 years and under are FREE with paying adult.
*Minimum $120 rental fee.
HST is included in prices. Live bait is provided. Prices may be changed at anytime without notice. A non-refundable deposit of $120 is required at time of booking. (Refunds refunded in the event the guide deems it unsafe to operate the day of your booking.)
ICE FISHING - LONG POINT
136 Erie Blvd. Long Point ON N0E 1M0 CA
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Be sure to stop at the shop R&R Outdoors to check in so the guides will know you are on your way! You can also pick up all your ice fishing needs at R&R Outdoors. You will check in here to get your ticket and a map with directions to the parking.
We offer a great day out on the ice. We have insulated wooden ice huts that are built to comfortably accommodate 6 adults. They are heated with propane heaters, which make it easy for you to control the temperature. The huts are equipped with benches, 6 pre-drilled holes, hooks for your outerwear and a propane bbq/stove combo so you can warm up your lunch. The daily rate includes your ride to and from the hut from the ice access, as well as your live bait for the day, and a parking pass. You can check-in at R&R Outdoors, 136 Erie Blvd anytime after 7am. Guide starts taking groups out at 7:30am. Last hut is off at 4:30pm.
http://www.jimmyriggin.com/ice-fishing.html
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Jimmy Riggin' Fishing Charters
136 Erie BlvdICE FISHING RATES
2-3 persons in a hut - $60/person
4-6 persons in a hut - $55/person
Kids (12 and under), with two or more paying adults* - $40
Kids 3 years and under are FREE with paying adult.
*Minimum $120 rental fee.
HST is included in prices. Live bait is provided. Prices may be changed at anytime without notice. A non-refundable deposit of $120 is required at time of booking. (Refunds refunded in the event the guide deems it unsafe to operate the day of your booking.)
ICE FISHING - LONG POINT
136 Erie Blvd. Long Point ON N0E 1M0 CA
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Be sure to stop at the shop R&R Outdoors to check in so the guides will know you are on your way! You can also pick up all your ice fishing needs at R&R Outdoors. You will check in here to get your ticket and a map with directions to the parking.
We offer a great day out on the ice. We have insulated wooden ice huts that are built to comfortably accommodate 6 adults. They are heated with propane heaters, which make it easy for you to control the temperature. The huts are equipped with benches, 6 pre-drilled holes, hooks for your outerwear and a propane bbq/stove combo so you can warm up your lunch. The daily rate includes your ride to and from the hut from the ice access, as well as your live bait for the day, and a parking pass. You can check-in at R&R Outdoors, 136 Erie Blvd anytime after 7am. Guide starts taking groups out at 7:30am. Last hut is off at 4:30pm.
http://www.jimmyriggin.com/ice-fishing.html
Open 7 Days A Week
Lowest Prices in all Ontario!
Free Parking
New this year:
Fast performance units
Seadoos:
- Early Bird Specials: $99 for 9 am - noon (3 hour duration), Monday - Friday
- New 2018 models
- New performance models available
- Over 30 units in the fleet
Brand new fast power boat - 18 ft 8 passenger:
- with full sound system
New fast jet boat - 4 passenger:
- with full sound system
3 pontoon boats:
- with full sound system
Located on Lake Erie, Waveline is a premium watercraft rental company with Ontario's largest fleet of Sea-Doos, Sea-Doo boats and pontoon boats. This year we have over 25 Sea-Doos in our fleet! Ask about our new performance models for a true adrenaline rush!
Here at Waveline, we only have the best jet ski brand: Bombardier Sea-Doos. Rentals are available in different durations, starting at half hour rentals, to daily rentals. All rentals include a temporary boaters license. All you need is a valid piece of ID.
We have the lowest prices around and will match any other offer you find. So why go anywhere else? For the best rates in brand name Sea-Doo rentals, give us a call today!
Find us at either of our 2 locations: 236 Ordnance Ave, Turkey Point, ON and 13 Harbour St, Port Dover, ON.
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Waveline Seadoo & Boat Rentals
236 Ordnance DrOpen 7 Days A Week
Lowest Prices in all Ontario!
Free Parking
New this year:
Fast performance units
Seadoos:
- Early Bird Specials: $99 for 9 am - noon (3 hour duration), Monday - Friday
- New 2018 models
- New performance models available
- Over 30 units in the fleet
Brand new fast power boat - 18 ft 8 passenger:
- with full sound system
New fast jet boat - 4 passenger:
- with full sound system
3 pontoon boats:
- with full sound system
Located on Lake Erie, Waveline is a premium watercraft rental company with Ontario's largest fleet of Sea-Doos, Sea-Doo boats and pontoon boats. This year we have over 25 Sea-Doos in our fleet! Ask about our new performance models for a true adrenaline rush!
Here at Waveline, we only have the best jet ski brand: Bombardier Sea-Doos. Rentals are available in different durations, starting at half hour rentals, to daily rentals. All rentals include a temporary boaters license. All you need is a valid piece of ID.
We have the lowest prices around and will match any other offer you find. So why go anywhere else? For the best rates in brand name Sea-Doo rentals, give us a call today!
Find us at either of our 2 locations: 236 Ordnance Ave, Turkey Point, ON and 13 Harbour St, Port Dover, ON.
Backus… where history meets nature! This picturesque conservation area has a lot to offer history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who simply wants to enjoy a day trip; all just minutes north of the lakeside communities of Port Rowan and Long Point.
Fishing, hiking, picnicking and a variety of special events are favourite activities of both campers and day visitors. The mill pond is stocked with rainbow trout, providing a great spot to teach youngsters how to fish. Children ages 16 years and under can take part in the annual Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Derby on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Registration starts at 8am beside the Mill Pond.
The park offers 160 campsites spread over five campground areas. Sites range from tenting sites to 98 sites with electrical service and two rustic camping cabins.
The Conservation Education Centre at Backus is an interpretive centre where visitors can learn about the plants, birds and animals common to the Long Point Region watershed. Browse exhibits that highlight the region's rich natural history and water fowling traditions or take part in one of the many guided nature hikes and programs scheduled throughout the year.
http://www.lprca.on.ca/pages/1357922890/Backus-Heritage
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Backus Heritage Conservation Area
Backus… where history meets nature! This picturesque conservation area has a lot to offer history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who simply wants to enjoy a day trip; all just minutes north of the lakeside communities of Port Rowan and Long Point.
Fishing, hiking, picnicking and a variety of special events are favourite activities of both campers and day visitors. The mill pond is stocked with rainbow trout, providing a great spot to teach youngsters how to fish. Children ages 16 years and under can take part in the annual Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Derby on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Registration starts at 8am beside the Mill Pond.
The park offers 160 campsites spread over five campground areas. Sites range from tenting sites to 98 sites with electrical service and two rustic camping cabins.
The Conservation Education Centre at Backus is an interpretive centre where visitors can learn about the plants, birds and animals common to the Long Point Region watershed. Browse exhibits that highlight the region's rich natural history and water fowling traditions or take part in one of the many guided nature hikes and programs scheduled throughout the year.
http://www.lprca.on.ca/pages/1357922890/Backus-Heritage
Starks is a beautiful golf course that has been in the family for many years. They always have a fun staff to assist you in any way.
60 Dedrick Rd, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 519-586-2802
8 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Stark's Golf Course
60 Dedrick RdStarks is a beautiful golf course that has been in the family for many years. They always have a fun staff to assist you in any way.
60 Dedrick Rd, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 519-586-2802
Unique Places/Stores
Franni’s Attic is a revitalized, historic building, now housing a cluster of local vendors who offer a unique assembly of antiques, uniques & collectibles.
1011 Bay Street
Port Rowan, Ontario
Call (519) 410-4861
13 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Franni's Attic Antiques, Uniques And Collectibles
1011 Bay StFranni’s Attic is a revitalized, historic building, now housing a cluster of local vendors who offer a unique assembly of antiques, uniques & collectibles.
1011 Bay Street
Port Rowan, Ontario
Call (519) 410-4861
Food scene
45 Cedar Drive, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1T0, Canada
+1 519-426-4009
25 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Sandbar On The Beach
45 Cedar Dr45 Cedar Drive, Turkey Point, Ontario N0E 1T0, Canada
+1 519-426-4009
The Country Fork, opening June 23rd, is happy to offer home style breakfast and lunches, local goods, and catering.
Wed-Sunday 8 am-4 pm
1048 Bay Street, Port Rowan, Ontario
+1 (226) 534-1616
https://www.facebook.com/pg/countryforkPR/about/?ref=page_internal
14 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Country Fork
1048 Bay StThe Country Fork, opening June 23rd, is happy to offer home style breakfast and lunches, local goods, and catering.
Wed-Sunday 8 am-4 pm
1048 Bay Street, Port Rowan, Ontario
+1 (226) 534-1616
https://www.facebook.com/pg/countryforkPR/about/?ref=page_internal
Twins Ice Cream Parlour was established over the May 24th long weekend and christened with a Grand Opening in July 1993 by Marguerite and Albert Quaegebeur.
1028 Bay Street, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 519-586-7994
https://www.facebook.com/TwinsIceCreamParlour/
21 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Twins Ice Cream Parlour
1028 Bay StreetTwins Ice Cream Parlour was established over the May 24th long weekend and christened with a Grand Opening in July 1993 by Marguerite and Albert Quaegebeur.
1028 Bay Street, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0, Canada
+1 519-586-7994
https://www.facebook.com/TwinsIceCreamParlour/
868 Norfolk st s, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K1, Canada
+1 519-426-7888
https://www.facebook.com/pg/simcoesakurasushi/about/?ref=page_internal
Sakura Sushi Restaurant
868 Norfolk St S868 Norfolk st s, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K1, Canada
+1 519-426-7888
https://www.facebook.com/pg/simcoesakurasushi/about/?ref=page_internal
Breweries & Wineries
1449 Townsend Concession Road 13 E, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K3, Canada
+1 519-443-8787
https://www.villanovaestatewinery.ca/
9 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Villa Nova Estate Winery
1449 Concession 131449 Townsend Concession Road 13 E, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K3, Canada
+1 519-443-8787
https://www.villanovaestatewinery.ca/
410 Concession 12, Waterford, Ontario N0E 1Y0, Canada
+1 519-443-7125
http://www.bonnieheathestate.com/
28 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Bonnieheath Estate Lavender & Winery
410 Concession 12 Townsend410 Concession 12, Waterford, Ontario N0E 1Y0, Canada
+1 519-443-7125
http://www.bonnieheathestate.com/
1709 Front Rd | St. Williams, Ontario N0E 1P0, Canada
+1 519-586-9858
https://www.burningkilnwinery.ca/
85 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Burning Kiln Winery
1709 Front Rd1709 Front Rd | St. Williams, Ontario N0E 1P0, Canada
+1 519-586-9858
https://www.burningkilnwinery.ca/
2353 Nixon Rd, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K6, Canada
+1 519-426-2323
http://newlimburg.com/
26 現地メンバーのおすすめ
New Limburg Brewing Company
2353 Nixon Rd2353 Nixon Rd, Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 4K6, Canada
+1 519-426-2323
http://newlimburg.com/
138 Tisdale Rd. Port Dover, Ontario
+1-519-900-1381
http://www.friskybeaver.ca/
28 現地メンバーのおすすめ
Frisky Beaver Wines
455 Radical Rd138 Tisdale Rd. Port Dover, Ontario
+1-519-900-1381
http://www.friskybeaver.ca/