TRAIL GUIDE WINDSOR ESSEX PELEE ISLAND WELCOME TO

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3 WELCOME TO WINDSOR ESSEX PELEE ISLAND TRAIL GUIDE The Windsor, Essex and Pelee Island region is special in many ways. It supports a higher diversity of plant and animal species than any other in Canada, including the highest concentration of globally rare species in Ontario. Our landscape varies from quaint waterfront towns to richly fragrant vineyards; from productive agricultural lands to bustling urban centres; and from unique natural areas to beautifully manicured parks. And our region s network of trails connects us all. Trails support active lifestyles to improve the health of all our residents, including persons with disabilities, young people and seniors. Trails can also attract visitors to our region to create jobs and support the local economy. In fact, the Ontario Trails Council estimates that trails contribute at least $2 billion a year to the provincial economy. Trails allow us to conserve and appreciate the local environment, leading people through diverse plant and animal habitats, connecting us with the natural environment. The Windsor, Essex and Pelee Island region boasts hundreds of kilometres of trails through natural terrains and urban areas. Walking, running, rollerblading, hiking or biking, we have a trail to meet every need and encourage all types of outdoor adventure. Whether you are planning a stay-cation, a vacation, or an afternoon of fun, get outdoors and experience all that this region has to offer.

4 Table Of Contents Page Page Healthy Trails - Healthy People Ruscom Shores Trail Code of Ethics - Respecting Yourself, Others 17 Conservation Area Stoney Point Park & the Environment Tremblay Beach 1 Holiday Beach Conservation Area Conservation Area Harrow Participark Trail Amherstburg Birding & Nature Trail John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area Amherstburg Culture Trail Maidstone Conservation Area Brunet Park Sadler s Pond Park Petite Côte Conservation Area Frank Remark Memorial Trail Turkey Creek Lakeside Park Vollmer Complex Trail Hillman Marsh Conservation Area Devonwood Conservation Area Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area Ganatchio Trail Leamington Marina Malden Park Leamington Walking Trail Windsor Riverfront Trails Seacliff Park Chrysler Canada Greenway Fish Point Nature Reserve McAuliffe Woods Conservation Area & Urban Trail Lighthouse Point Nature Reserve Lakeview Park Pelee Island 15 Millen Park Ecological Trail For the purposes of this guide, limestone screening refers to fine, compacted stone surfaces suitable for walking, cycling, strollers and in most cases, wheelchairs. Note: Many trails also available at Point Pelee National Park.

5 Healthy Trails Healthy People Natural areas provide places for residents to live healthy, active lifestyles that can reduce the risk of many chronic diseases like type II diabetes, obesity, certain cancers, heart disease, stroke, depression, anxiety, arthritis and osteoporosis. Regular physical activity can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight. Physical activity promotes physical and mental well-being, and our relatively mild climate provides us many different seasonal opportunities to actively enjoy the natural surroundings of our region throughout the year. Discover the Benefits of Walking Walking is a fun and healthy activity for you and your family. It requires no special equipment or skills. An activity such as walking allows you to discover many of the beautiful sights around Windsor-Essex County. Regular walking: Increases the body s demand for oxygen and trains your heart, lungs, and muscles to work more efficiently. Increases the number of calories you expend and reduces blood pressure. Reduces fatigue and increases energy. Relieves stress and tension. Eases back pain and is easy on knee and hip joints. Can be done anywhere, anytime, and promotes a healthy lifestyle for the whole family! 2

6 Discover the Benefits of Cycling Cycling is an excellent component of a healthy lifestyle. It gets you outside to enjoy the landscape of our region. Biking is healthy for you and for the environment, as it is fuelled by natural human power. Cycling: Supports your body weight so it is less stressful on joints. Decreases risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. Increases lower body muscle strength. Helps maintain a healthy body weight. Provides personal transportation that is non-polluting. Provides a healthy way to get out and discover local trails and roads. Discover the Benefits of Cross-Country Skiing (Nordic Skiing) Cross-Country skiing is widely recognized as one of the healthiest activities that you can do and is an excellent way to enjoy outdoor activity in the winter months. It is an aerobic activity that increases the body s demand for oxygen, and trains your heart, lungs, and muscles to work more efficiently. Skiing: Uses all the major muscles in both your upper and lower body at the same time. Burns a lot of calories. (An hour of cross-country skiing burns over 900 kcal; running for the same time would burn almost 700 kcal). Is a low impact activity that reduces stress on your joints and body s tissues. Stretches your muscles while you are skiing. Increases your energy and lessens anxiety, stress and depression. 3

7 Trail Code of Ethics Respecting Yourself, Others & the Environment Be Safe Carry identification and information on your personal medical concerns. Carry a mobile phone inside a waterproof container. Pack a first aid and a repair kit for equipment (if needed). Bring a map and know about potential hazards. Go with a buddy and/or let others know where and when you are going. Protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and cover any exposed skin. Wear the right safety gear and make sure it fits properly. Be visible by using reflective tape or fluorescent paint on your equipment and gear. Bring appropriate lights (bike light or flashlight) for nighttime activities. Be aware of weather conditions. Dress in layers appropriate to the activity that you are doing. Wear appropriate, comfortable and supportive footwear. Make sure you know your limits and have fun. Refuel Your Body Think about how long you will be out. Bring snacks and a meal if necessary. A healthy snack should contain at least 2 of the 4 food groups, according to Canada s Food Guide. Include colour. Try to include at least one vegetable or fruit serving in your snack. When choosing prepackaged foods, look for ones that have less than 5% Daily Value (DV) of fat, saturated fat, and sodium. Try to include items that have 15% DV or more of fibre. Some ready to eat, healthy snacks may include: fresh fruit and vegetables, crackers, hummus, peanut butter, yogurt, granola, rice cakes, muffins, snack bars, and trail mix. 4

8 Wrap and keep hot and cold foods in separate containers or coolers. To keep foods cold, try replacing ice packs with frozen containers of drinks. Pack food in re-usable containers that you can carry. Food with less packaging is lighter to carry. Bring a hand sanitizer (at least 70% ethyl alcohol) in case you do not have access to the proper washing facilities. Replenish Natural Fluids Dehydration can cause fatigue, cramping, decreased performance and heat exhaustion. Safe drinking water is not always available. Bring water with you in a re-usable container to respect the environment. If it is a hot day or your exercise is vigorous, it is important to replace the fluid that you lost. Respect Other Trail Users Yield to and communicate with other trail users. Don t smoke on the trails. Respect private property. Keep dogs on a leash and remember to stoop and scoop. Respect the Environment Stay on marked trails. Be aware of proper activities permitted on the trail. Do not disturb vegetation or wildlife. Do not litter. 5

9 Holiday Beach Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: Nearly 100 serviced and unserviced campsites. Several trails take visitors through varied habitats. Dedicated an Important Bird Area of global significance. Hosts the annual Festival of Hawks each September. 3 kilometres of trails; some are looped and some intersect. Limestone screening, footpaths, boardwalk. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Fees: Facilities: Entry fees can be found at Parking lot, campsites, laundry facilities, washrooms and showers, viewing tower, large picnic area, barbeques, swimming beaches. Directions: Located in Amherstburg. From the 401, take County Road 9 (Howard Ave) to County Road 20. Head west on County Road 20, then south on County Road 50 to Holiday Beach County Road 50, Amherstburg. 6

10 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Beach Trail Roads and Parking Camp Grounds Serviced and Unserviced Beach Marsh Field Pond Trail 7

11 Amherstburg Birding & Nature Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Watch for deer, turtles, raccoons, and birds of all kinds. Beautiful view of Lake Erie and wetlands. One of Amherstburg s hidden treasures! 5.25 kilometres looped. Pavement, dirt and gravel. Managed by: Town of Amherstburg Facilities: Directions: Free parking at Warren Mickle Park. From 401 West, exit at County Road 9/Howard Avenue. Turn left and travel south to Alma, turn right and travel west to Sandwich Street/County Road 20. Turn left and travel south on County Road 20 to Front Road South, turn right to McLeod Avenue, turn left and travel east to Warren Mickle Park. 167 McLeod Avenue. 8

12 Metres Mann Swamp LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Trail may be unsuitable for street bicycles 9

13 Amherstburg Culture Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Key historical sites instrumental in shaping our nation today. Stop along the way to experience the stories of days past. Route markers will lead visitors from site to site. 1.5 kilometres each way. Pavement and concrete sidewalks. Managed by: Town of Amherstburg Facilities: Directions: Free parking, restrooms, restaurants, shops. Signs and trail blazers will lead visitors from the 401. From 401 West, exit at County Road 9/Howard Avenue. Turn left and travel south to Alma, turn right and travel west on Alma to Laird. Turn left and travel south on Laird to the first Amherstburg Culture Trail stop, Fort Malden National Historic Site of Canada. 100 Laird Avenue. Markers will direct users to other sites. 10

14 Metres LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 11

15 Brunet Park - LaSalle Woods Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Paved and tree lined trails connect to the Turkey Creek and LaSalle Conservation Lands trails. Easy access for roller blades, bicycles, and wheelchairs. The nature trail is highlighted by native plants, flowers and wildlife. 3 kilometres looped (pavement), with additional 1 kilometre grass nature trail. Pavement, grass. Managed by: Town of LaSalle Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, playground, picnic shelter, benches. From Hwy #3, go south on Huron Church Line. Turn right/west on Normandy and go to Seventh Street. From Malden Road, go east on Normandy until you get to Seventh Street. Access to trails can also be found at Edgemore, Ellis, and Santa Streets. 12

16 Metres Dunkirk Ave. LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking Main Trail 13

17 Petite Côte Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: Environmentally friendly boardwalk constructed from recycled plastics. Viewing tower overlooking the Detroit River A Canadian Heritage River. Spot important marsh habitat and Fighting Island an International Wildlife Refuge. 0.5 kilometres each way. Boardwalk. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic tables. Take the E.C. Row Expressway west. Continue straight onto Ojibway Parkway south, which turns into County Road 20 (Front Road). Continue south for 10 kilometres. Petite Côte will be on the west side of the road, just south of 2890 Front Road. 14

18 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Forest Marsh 15

19 Turkey Creek - LaSalle Conservation Lands Trails Highlights: Length: Surface: Native Plant Garden is highlighted with birds, turtles, muskrats, cranes, deer and fish. Wheelchair accessible. Connects with Brunet Park and LaSalle Woods Trail. 5 kilometres with some looped connections and some side trails. Pavement. Managed by: Town of LaSalle Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, playground, benches. Parking lots are located at Marcotte Park. From Sprucewood Ave., go left/south on Abbott St. and the parking lot is on the left. The other parking lot is found by following Abbott St. until you reach LaSalle Street. Go south and the parking lot is at the end of LaSalle Street. 16

20 Stuart Blvd. Monty Ave. Sprucewood Ave Wales Ave. Quick Ave. Metres Ave. Reaume Ave. LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 17

21 Vollmer Complex Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Surrounds the Vollmer Recreation Complex with baseball and soccer fields. Mountain bike trail and Skateboard Park. Connects existing, planned and new residential neighbourhoods to parks, schools, and protected wetlands and other ecologically significant lands. 6 kilometres each way. Pavement and limestone screening. Managed by: Town of LaSalle Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, playground, benches, washrooms, picnic shelter, concessions. From EC Row Expressway, exit Matchette Road south to Sprucewood (County Rd. 40). Turn left/east on Sprucewood. Head east until reaching Malden. Turn right/south on Malden. Head south on Malden until the lights at Laurier Dr. Turn left/east. Vollmer will be on your right Laurier Drive. 18

22 Metres Laurier PKWY Vollmer Culture & Recreation Complex LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 19

23 Devonwood Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: Eight species of oak trees. Eastern Screech Owls, Long Eared Owls, White-tailed Deer. 38 hectare forest near an urban centre. 4.5 kilometres looped. Limestone screening. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic tables, portable washrooms. From the 401, exit at Provincial Road, heading west. Turn right/north almost immediately on Walker Road. Travel 1.5 km. Turn left/west on Cabana Rd. and follow the curve to the right, where Cabana merges with Division Rd. for.9km. Entrance is on the north side. 20

24 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Connection to Walker Homesite Park Trail 21

25 Ganatchio Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: The east/west section travels parallel to and offers spectacular views of the Detroit River. The north/south section travels through the City of Windsor arboretum and past the WFCU Centre. Highlights include the beautiful Sandpoint Beach and views of Peche Island. 8.2 kilometres. Pavement. Managed by: City of Windsor Facilities: Directions: Parking, benches, washrooms, concession at Sandpoint Beach, picnic tables, play structures. Visitors can access the trail at any point. Parking is available where the trail intersects with Florence Avenue, McHugh Street or Little River Road. 22

26 Clover Ave. Banwell Rd. Radcliffe Ave. Peche Island Lakeview Park Marina Metres Isack Dr. Isabelle Pl. Riverside Dr. E Watson Ave. Lauzon Rd. Wyandotte St. E Riverdale Ave. Martinique Ave. Sandpoint Beach Florence Ave. Clover St. Riverside Dr. E Little River Blvd. McHugh St. LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking Forest Beach 23

27 Malden Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Naturalized hiking and cycling trails wind up and down the hills and through paved and wood chipped trails. Two prominent hills one is Windsor s highest peak! 25 acre Carolinian Forest. Three ponds and the Malden Park Visitor Centre. 3.5 kilometres looped within the park. Through a network of on-and-off road trails, connect with Ojibway Park and Nature Reserve, the Spring Garden Prairie, and many other sites of natural significance. Limestone screening, footpaths, some pavement. Managed by: City of Windsor Facilities: Parking lot at the east entrance, small parking area at the west entrance, washrooms, visitor centre available for rental. Directions: From Huron Church Road, head west on Malden Road Malden Road. 24

28 Metres EC Row Expressway LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking 25

29 Windsor Riverfront Trails Odette Sculpture Park Riverside Dr. W California Ave. University Ave. W Crawford Ave. Wyandotte St. W 26

30 Highlights: Length: Surface: Roy Battagello Riverwalk. Odette Sculpture Garden is an outdoor art gallery with large scale contemporary sculptures. Festival Plaza features many special events each year. Bert Weeks Memorial Gardens with fountain and reflecting pool kilometres each way. Pavement. Managed by: City of Windsor Facilities: Various parking lots, concession stands, playgrounds, benches. Directions: Festival Plaza Can be accessed from a number of parking lots along Riverside Drive in the City of Windsor. From 401, travel Huron Church Road to Riverside Drive. From EC Row Expressway, travel Walker Road to Riverside Drive. Bert Weeks Memorial Gardens Ouellette Ave. University Ave. E Parent Ave. Wyandotte St. E Riverside Dr. E Lincoln Rd Metres LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 27

31 28 Chrysler Canada Greenway

32 Highlights: Length: Surface: 48 kilometre trail stretching from Oldcastle to Harrow, Kingsville, and Ruthven. Meanders through rich agricultural lands, historically and architecturally significant buildings, and award winning wineries. Is the southern-most section of the Trans-Canada Trail. Intersects with the future Essex-Amherstburg Greenway. 48 kilometres. Limestone screening. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Six community entrances along the route feature parking, washrooms, picnic facilities. Kilometre markers and interpretive signage line the route. There are access points and parking areas in each municipality as identified on the attached map, or visit our website for more information. Kingsville Centre LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Metres 29

33 McAuliffe Woods Conservation Area & Urban Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: 9 hectare oak and hickory woodlot. Adjacent playground and picnic shelter. Paved sections make this very accessible for wheelchairs, walkers and strollers. 3 kilometres looped and connected with McAuliffe Urban Trail. Pavement and limestone screening. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Town of Tecumseh Facilities: Directions: Picnic area, parking lot. From County Rd. 42, head north on St. Alphonse Street, which is just west of Lesperance Road. 30

34 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Paved Trail Park Roads and Parking 31

35 Lakeview Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Amphitheatre hosts various festivals and events. Beautiful sandy swimming beach and splashpad. Fish habitat. 0.5 kilometres within the park, but connects to an on-and-off road multi-use trail that stretches 13 kilometres from the Puce River to the Ruscom River. Pavement. Managed by: Town of Lakeshore Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, washrooms, playground, concession area. From EC Row Expressway, head north on First Street to Lakeview Drive. Located adjacent to the Belle River Marina. 535 Lakeview Drive, Belle River. 32

36 Metres LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking Railroad 33

37 Millen Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Batting Cage, volleyball court, community centre and library kilometre loop. Pavement. Managed by: Town of Lakeshore Facilities: Directions: Parking, playground area, covered shelter with tables, accessible washrooms available in the community centre. From EC Row Expressway (Hwy. 2), head south onto County Road 27 (Belle River Road) to South Middle Road East South Middle Road, South Woodslee. 34

38 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking 35

39 Ruscom Shores Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: 120 acre marshland area perfect for shorebird and waterfowl viewing. Designated an Environmentally Significant Area. Supports habitat restoration and a tall grass prairie site kilometres each way. Limestone screening and boardwalk. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Picnic pavilion, viewing tower, parking lot. Exit the 401 at County Rd 31 and head north for 7 km. It will jog right and then left at County Rd 42. Turn right/east on County Rd 2 (Tecumseh Rd). Travel 2.25 km. Just over the train tracks you will see the entrance on the north side. Turn on Surf Club Drive. 89 County Rd

40 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Boardwalk Roads and Parking Forest Marsh Railroad 37

41 Stoney Point Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Playground area. Soccer pitches. 1.3 kilometres looped. Pavement. Managed by: Town of Lakeshore Facilities: Directions: Parking, pavilion for seating and picnic rental, washrooms, playground. From Hwy. 2 or County Rd. 42, head north on Comber Side Road (park is behind St. Paul School Property). 800 Comber Side Road. 38

42 Metres Tecumseh Rd LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 39

43 Tremblay Beach Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: One of only two marshes remaining along Essex County s Lake St. Clair shoreline. Viewing tower provides a bird s eye perspective of wildlife in the marsh. Sandy lake is ideal for paddling. 0.5 kilometres each way. Limestone screening and footpath. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Picnic area, viewing tower, parking lot. Exit the 401 at County Rd 35/Highway 77, head north for 8 km. Turn right/east on St. Clair Rd and travel 6 km St. Clair Road. 40

44 Metres LEGEND Beach Trail Roads and Parking Beach Marsh Forest 41

45 Harrow Participark Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Carolinian remnant forest within Harrow Centre. Part of the Harrow recreational complex in conjunction with the Harrow Arena and High School. Walking trails and butterfly park. 1.5 kilometres looped. Limestone screening and footpath. Managed by: Town of Essex Facilities: Directions: Parking, washrooms and other facilities available at the adjacent Harrow Arena. From Walker Rd. (County Rd. 11), continue south into the Town of Harrow. Walker Rd. becomes Queen St. in town. Turn left on King St./Hwy-18, then an immediate right on to McAffee St. Follow McAffee St. south and arena is at the end of the road. 243 McAffee St. 42

46 To Harrow Arena Parking, located on McAffee St Metres LEGEND Main Trail Park 43

47 John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: 1850s farm house museum. Costumed interpreters share the stories of our pioneers. Heritage based special events take place throughout the year. Boardwalk and nature trail. 0.2 kilometres each way. Boardwalk and limestone screening. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Fees: Facilities: Directions: Opening times and entry fees can be found at Museum and heritage buildings, gift shop, parking lot, picnic tables, washrooms. Located on the shore of Lake Erie between the towns of Kingsville and Colchester. 915 County Road 50 at Iler Road. 44

48 Overflow Parking Metres LEGEND Main Trail Boardwalk Trail Roads and Parking 45

49 Maidstone Woods Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: Indian Signal Tree. 20 hectare oak-hickory Carolinian forest. 1.5 kilometres looped. Limestone screening with forest boardwalk. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic tables, seasonal portable washrooms. From the 401, exit south on County Rd. 25 (Puce Road). Located on County Rd. 25, just south of Country Rd Lakeshore Road 209, Lakeshore. 46

50 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking 47

51 Sadler s Pond Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Urban park that links directly to the Essex Amherstburg Greenway. Ponds, small dock, and picnic pavilion. Close to downtown Essex with shops and restaurants. 1 kilometre looped and connected to a 1.2 kilometre completed section of the Essex Amherstburg Greenway. This Greenway will eventually span 26 kilometres and intersects with the Chrysler Canada Greenway. Pavement. Managed by: Town of Essex Facilities: Directions: Parking, picnic pavilion. From Hwy #3, turn north on Victoria Ave. to Keown Street. Head west on Keown Street to parking lot. 48

52 Victoria Ave Metres Keown St. Victoria Ave. LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 49

53 Frank Remark Memorial Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Stroll, run or cycle a route that transitions from small town, urban living to orchards and farmland. Ball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, skateboard park, playgrounds and the arena. 0.8 kilometres with a connection to the Chrysler Canada Greenway (via a 300m walk east from the southern end of the trail). Pavement. Managed by: Town of Kingsville Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, washrooms located at adjacent Municipal Sports Complex. From Hwy #3, take County Rd. 29 (Division Rd.) south to Kingsville. Head east on Road 2 East, and then south on Jasperson Drive. 50

54 Metres LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking 51

55 Lakeside Park Highlights: Length: Surface: Picturesque gardens, gazebos, playgrounds and volleyball court. Turn of the century pavilion and a fieldstone bridge designated under the Heritage Act. Waterfront park with mature towering trees and beach access. 1.3 kilometre network with connection to Chrysler Canada Greenway (via a 700m walk along the Cull Drive Trail and then North on Heritage Road). Pavement and limestone screening. Managed by: Town of Kingsville Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic tables, washroom. From Hwy #3, take County Rd. 29 (Division Rd.) to Kingsville. Continue south on Division Street South through town. Head west on Herrington Street and south on Queen Street. 315 Queen Street. 52

56 Cull Drive Trail To Lakeside Park Metres To Chrysler Canada Greenway LEGEND Main Trail Paved Trail Roads and Parking Beach 53

57 Hillman Marsh Conservation Area Highlights: Length: Surface: Fees: Facilities: Over one hundred species of birds use Hillman Marsh as a migration stopover. Managed Shorebird Habitat provides excellent spring birding opportunities. Education Centre hosts thousands of students annually. 5 kilometres looped. Limestone screening, grass, and marsh boardwalk. Entry fees can be found at Parking lot, picnic tables, public washrooms, canoe launch, swimming beaches. Directions: Located approximately 7km east of Leamington. From Hwy 3, County Rd. 77 (Erie Street) south to Oak Street. Take Oak Street east to Hillman Marsh Mersea Road, Leamington. 54

58 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Dual Hillman and Shorebird Trails Roads and Parking Boardwalk Trail Educational Buildings Marsh Shorebird Cell Beach Forest Fred Cada Memorial Forest 55

59 Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area Photo by Karen Neufeld of Singular Perspective Highlights: Length: Surface: Spectacular spring wildflower viewing and photography. 19 hectare Carolinian forest. Excellent site for viewing spring warblers. 1 kilometre looped. Limestone screening with forest boardwalk. Managed by: Essex Region Conservation Authority Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic table, seasonal portable washrooms. Located on Highway #3, just west of Wheatley, Ontario. 762 Talbot Street East, Leamington. 56

60 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Forest 57

61 Leamington Marina Highlights: Length: Surface: Beautiful waterfront promenade surrounded by flowerbeds, planters and baskets. Story boards commemorating several of the shipwrecks of the Pelee Passage. Large, fully accessible play structure. 0.5 kilometres each way. Pavement. Managed by: Municipality of Leamington Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic pavilion, playground, benches, washrooms. From Hwy #3, drive south on Erie Street to Robson Road. Parking lot entrance is from Robson Road. 58

62 Metres LEGEND Boardwalk Roads and Parking 59

63 Leamington Walking Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: HJ Heinz bush, named for the HJ Heinz Corporation. 2 kilometres each way. Limestone screening. Managed by: Municipality of Leamington Facilities: Directions: Parking lot is available to the Baseball Diamonds or Marina. From Hwy #3, drive south on Erie Street to Seacliff Drive. Head west on Seacliff Drive to Forest Street, and then turn south to the park gates. 60

64 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking 61

65 Seacliff Park Highlights: Length: Surface: 8.25 hectare park of trees and open spaces. Beautiful sandy swimming beach. Accessible playscape and splash pad. Tree carvings. 1 kilometre looped. Pavement. Managed by: Municipality of Leamington Facilities: Directions: Parking lot, picnic tables, pavilion, playground, benches, beach, splash pad, washrooms. From Hwy 3 or the 401, take Hwy 77/Erie Street to Seacliff Drive. Turn right/west off Erie St. South onto Seacliff to Forest, turn left/south onto Forest. 62

66 Metres LEGEND Paved Trail Roads and Parking Beach 63

67 Fish Point Nature Reserve Highlights: Length: Surface: Located in: Facilities: Directions: The most southern tip of Canada! 110 hectare Provincial Nature Reserve featuring several provincially rare plants and animals like the Eastern Fox Snake, Lake Erie Water Snake and the Giant Swallowtail Butterfly. 0.6 kilometres each way. Wood chips and dirt with some wooden walkways. Township of Pelee Parking available at the trail entrance. Take the Pelee Island Ferry to the Island. From the dock, turn right on West Shore Road. Keep right to McCormick Road. Remain on McCormick Road until entrance to Fish Point Nature Reserve Trail. For departure times, contact Pelee Island Transport Inc. at

68 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Beach 65

69 Lighthouse Point Nature Reserve Highlights: Length: Surface: Located in: Facilities: Directions: Tree lined path opens to Pelee s beautiful beaches. Beautifully restored lighthouse stands at the tip of the spit. Many rare species including the Blue Racer Snake and Eastern Spiny Soft-shelled Turtle. 1.1 kilometres each way. Wood chips and dirt with some wooden walkways. Township of Pelee Parking is marked south of the nature reserve. Take the Pelee Island Ferry to the Island. From the dock, turn left on West Shore Road. Remain on West Shore Road until it merges right to North Shore Road. Follow North Shore Road along shore. Turn left on Harris-Garno Road. Turn left on East Shore Road to the marked parking lot for Lighthouse Point Nature Reserve. 66

70 Metres LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Beach 67

71 Pelee Island Ecological Trail Highlights: Length: Surface: Linked network of off and on-road trails identifying important natural and cultural destinations. In spring, witness the spectacular songbird migration. Special events held throughout the year. The Lakeview Trail is 34 kilometres around the perimeter of Pelee Island. The Noah Garno Trail connects Harris-Garno Road to Brown s Road. Pavement and gravel. Managed by: Township of Pelee Facilities: Directions: Parking available at the Ferry Dock. Washrooms, restaurants and shops along the way. From either Leamington or Kingsville, take the Pelee Island Ferry to the Island. Contact Pelee Island Transport Inc. at for departure dock and ferry times. The trail can be accessed from the Ferry Dock. 68

72 0 1 2 Kilometres Brown s Rd. LEGEND Main Trail Roads and Parking Beach Noah Garno Trail 69

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