Welcome to Point Pelee National Park! Stop by the entrance kiosk for park admission, or to renew your park pass.
Northwest Beach
Point Pelee's premier beach destination.
Tip Exhibit
Learn why Point Pelee is known as the "migration magnet", attracting birds, butterflies and more!
Camp Henry
Stay in an overnight accommodation at Point Pelee National Park, any time of year! 24 oTENTiks, complete with heating, fire pits and natural gas BBQs are available to rent. Wheelchair accessible oTENTiks, as well as pet-friendly oTENTiks are available.
Marsh Boardwalk
Point Pelee's marsh is the park's largest most biodiverse habitat. There are many ways to explore this unique ecosystem.
Visitor Centre
Explore the interpretive hub of Point Pelee National Park. Learn all about the park's fascinating ecology and history. Discover First Nations installations such as the "hugging" tree in the parking lot and a quilt by Teresa Altiman inside the Visitor Centre.
Sanctuary picnic area
Enjoy a relaxing retreat in this tree encircled picnic area.
Washrooms
Shuttle service
The shuttle service is accessible to wheelchair users. There is a ramp and staff are available to support.Please note that the shuttle does not operate year-round. See the hours of operation for details.
Park orientation
Pull off the main road to start your journey and see what there is to see at Point Pelee this time of year.
Sanctuary Lookout
This pull-off offers spectacular vistas of the marsh's Sanctuary Pond.
Safety and guidelines
Here's a few safety tips to help you make the most of your time at Point Pelee National Park.
Parking
Dunes picnic area
Take a break in a secluded picnic area.
Delaurier Homestead and Trail
Venture back in time in this unique part of the park.
Sleepy Hollow picnic area
Venture off the main trail for a quiet place to relax.
Madbin Jina picnic area
The name “Madbin Jina” invites visitors to come ‘sit a while’ and invokes a traditional expression for welcoming guests in the Anishinaabe language, Anishinaabemowin.Learn about the relationship between First Nations and Point Pelee, and the story of how this day use area was named.
Black Willow Beach
Enjoy ample beach access with plenty of amenities.
White Pine picnic pavilion
The perfect place for a large family gathering with lots of lawn space. If not reserved, the site is available to the public on a first come first serve basis.
West Beach
An ideal location for large family gatherings near the beach.
Southernmost tip
Visit the southernmost tip of mainland Canada! The shape and size of the point changes each day based on wind, waves, and water levels.
WARNING: Dangerous currents at the tip
Violations are subject to a maximum fine of $10,000
Red chairs
Venture along the Delaurier Trail into the serenity of the swamp forest. Have a seat, enjoy views of the old canal, and listen for singing wildlife.
Cemetery
Visit the final resting place of some of Point Pelee's past residents.Admire First Nations burials and reflect on the many moccasins that walked on this land throughout its time.Discover the names on the grave markers of some of those who called Point Pelee home.
Accessible services
Point Pelee continues to improve access to services for all visitors.Below you will find a list of accessible services and where to find them.
Northwest Beach Lookout
Take in views of Lake Erie and the restored savannah habitat that was once part of the Northwest Beach parking lot.
How to use the map
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