Rondeau Provincial Park
Rondeau Provincial Park is Ontario's second-oldest provincial park. It has 11 kilometres of sandy beaches and boasts excellent hiking, fishing, boating, biking, rollerblading and birding.
Who will love it?
Winter Enthusiasts
Rondeau Provincial Park has a variety of trails, diverse habitats and beautiful winter conditions making it the perfect southern Ontario spot for winter adventures. Trails are open for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on ungroomed trails, and ice fishing. Please note that trails at Rondeau are not groomed. Educational programs are also available at select times through the winter as well. Contact the park to confirm winter opportunities.
Campers
Rondeau has 264 campsites in the north end of the park. Camping opens the first Friday in April and closes the last Sunday in October.
Dog Lovers
Rondeau has a dog beach and exercise area. It's a great spot to bring your dog for day use.
Birders
Rondeau is a premiere birding destination providing bird watchers with a world-class experience. 334 species of birds have been recorded in the park.
Paddlers
The generally calm and shallow waters of Rondeau Bay offer an excellent canoeing or kayaking experience.
Anglers
The warm, vegetation-rich waters of Rondeau Bay offer excellent Largemouth Bass fishing.
Other Places to Stay Nearby:
Willow Barrel Retreat
- 17655 Erieau Rd.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chatham
- 575 Richmond Street
Retro Suites Hotel
- 2 King St. West
Molly & OJ's Lakeside Cabin Rentals
- 875 Mariners Rd.
Places to Eat & Snack Nearby:
Rondeau Joe's Pub
- 11521 Wildwood Line
- +15196740006
It's hard to beat a restaurant with a waterfront view; and that's exactly what you'll get at Rondeau Joe's pub. Overlooking Rondeau Bay, enjoy all your pub…
Bayside Brewing Co.
- 970 Ross Lane
- 15196761888
Erieau is home to great sport fishing, a fantastic beach and lively community. Bayside Brewing Company is now serving its Long Pond Lager, Lighthouse Lager…
Molly and OJ's
- 875 Mariners Rd
- +15196768812
Enjoy an authentic surf and turf meal off the banks of Erieau at Molly and Oj's Restaurant & Tavern! Take to the depths of Lake Erie as you indulge in fresh…
Red Barn Brewing Co.
- 20466 Lagoon Road
The Red Barn is likely the most iconic symbol of the farm. Red Barn was inspired by living on the farm and by Pepe, a passionate homebrewer who came from…
Entertainment, Arts & Culture Nearby:
Greenview Aviaries Park & Zoo
- 12752 Talbot Trail
Delhaven Orchards
- 8130 Talbot Trail
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Get hands-on & experiential:
Awaken Your Spirit; A Spirit Horse Encounter at TJ Stables
- 837 Gregory Drive East
- 5193547517
An OSW Signature Experience! The Spirit horse encounter is a unique experience where people walk amongst the historic…
Beyond the Vase - Tulip Experience by Hat Trick Farms
- 18971 Fargo Road
- 5194010414
An OSW Signature Experience! Guests begin this 2.5 hour experience with a walk in the tulip field where you participate in…
Two Hour Horse Connection at TJ Stables
- 837 Gregory Drive East
- 5193547517
For all you horse lovers out there!! TJ Stables would love to share these experiences with you. Not only do…