Point Pelee will re-open on June 13 with limited access

LEAMINGTON — Starting June 13, Point Pelee National Park will open on weekends, offering limited visitor access and basic services on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to sunset.

Visitors will be able to access day-use trails, including cycling access on designated trails and pathways, day-use areas, including green spaces, picnic area and beaches.

As well, the public restrooms located at Sanctuary, Northwest Beach and Blue Heron picnic area will be open. Parking lots at Orientation, Sanctuary, Northwest Beach and Marsh Boardwalk will also be open.

Starting June 13, 2020, the road will be open to vehicles from the park entrance to the Marsh Boardwalk on weekends only, with parking available in designated areas north of the boardwalk.

Access to the multi-use trails throughout the park will be open to pedestrians and cyclists starting June 13, 2020, on weekends only.

The Marsh Boardwalk at Point Pelee National Park. Photo credit Shelly Quick

Further communication will be issued at a later date on when the park will resume daily access.

Visiting Point Pelee National Park will be different than it has been in the past. Visitors are asked to plan ahead by checking the Point Pelee National Park website at www.pc.gc.ca/pelee before they travel to find out what is open, safety information and how to stay informed.

“The health and safety of visitors and employees is of utmost importance to Parks Canada” said a recent statement. “Starting June 13, Point Pelee National Park will implement measures to limit the number of vehicles entering the park to help Canadians follow the advice of public health experts and to practice physical distancing.”

Parks Canada is asking Canadians to be cautious and conservative in their use of these places, to observe any regional or Ontario travel restrictions and to respect any closures that are in place. Anyone participating in recreational activities should be extra cautious to avoid injury and to help minimize the demands on the health care system.

All camping facilities remain closed until at least June 21, 2020, while Parks Canada assesses whether and how these services might resume. Group activities and public events are suspended until further notice.