“After an hour of voyaging, Pelee Island came into view as though our fancy had created it.”
~ Raymond Knister’s visit to Pelee Island in the late summer of 1928, from Saturday Night Magazine, March 5, 1932
Pelee Island’s outstanding attraction is its degree of removal from the main thoroughfares of southern Ontario and the adjoining states. The journey to the Island is a time for conversation with friends new and old. The hour and a half trip also allows for a gradual leaving and a sense of arrival as the Island comes into view.
You can make your way to Pelee Island by Ferry, Personal watercraft, or Airplane.
Some establishments and activities on Pelee Island are seasonal. To avoid disappointment, please contact establishments that you would like to visit before May or after October. You may also call the Pelee Island Heritage and Information Centre at 519-724-2291. It is important to us that you have a wonderful visit to Pelee Island!
The Pelee Island Transportation Company services the Island from April until early December, offering vehicle and transportation services on its two ferries, the MV Pelee Islander and our brand new vessel the MV Pelee Islander II. With departures leaving Leamington from April until the end of July, and Kingsville from August until early December, and Sandusky from the May until end of September, ferry service is available from both Canadian and United States ports. Make sure to check your departure location, and don’t forget to make a reservation for your vehicle. For more information please visit Ontarioferries.com.
Call the Pelee Island Transportation office at 1-800-661-2220 to book a trip!
Directions to the Ferry docks:
From the West: Windsor and Western USA
Take Huron Church Road from Windsor or from the Ambassador Bridge.
Follow this for 10 kilometres to the 401 junction and take Highway 3 East towards Leamington.
For Leamington ferry docks: Follow Hwy 3 east to Hwy 77, turning south (RIGHT).
The road ends at the ferry docks.
For Kingsville ferry docks: Follow Hwy 3 east to Division Road, turning south (RIGHT).
Follow through town to the lake. Ferry docks are a block to the east (LEFT).
From the East: Ontario, Eastern USA, and points North
Take Highway 401 West from Toronto and points East.
Exit south at Highway 77 (Leamington exit).
For Leamington ferry docks: Follow through Leamington.
The road ends at the ferry docks.
For Kingsville ferry docks: Follow Highway 77 to Highway 3.
Turn west (RIGHT) and follow Highway 3 to Division Road, turning south (LEFT).
Follow through town to the lake. Ferry docks are a block to the east (LEFT).
The most southerly international airport in Canada is found on Pelee Island with coordinates and radio frequency found in the Flight Supplement Manual. Offering a 3,300 foot paved runway, both private aircraft and regular flying schedules use the Pelee Island International Airport.
REMINDER: The Pelee Island Airport is an official port of entry into Canada. If travelling from the USA a valid Passport is required.
Scheduled Flights
Pelee Island Transportation Company offers regularly scheduled flights during the winter months and can be contacted at: 1 (800) 661-2220 or 1 (519) 724-2115 for more information.
Griffing Flying Service offers daily year round service from Port Clinton, Ohio to Pelee Island and other Lake Erie Islands. For reservations, call 1 (419) 734-5400.
Charter Aircraft
Windsor Flying Club operate a year round service from Windsor Airport to Pelee Island.
For reservations and pricing, call (519) 969 1320.
Private Aircraft
Private aircraft should contact the airport manager if information is required.
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm – (519) 724-2931
N 41 49.00 W 82 39.40
Monitors VHF 68
Telephone: 519-724-2377
- can accommodate up to 65 ft. vessel
- 7-9 ft. depth at most docks
- serviced docks have 30 amp. service and water (a handful of docks have 50 amp. service)
- restrooms and showers open 24 hours
- picnic tables, BBQ’s and open air gazebo in large shaded yard
- gas dock
- pets are welcome
- ice, snacks, t-shirts, hats and bait available
- Fishing and hunting licenses
- Accept Visa, MasterCard, and Debit
Reservations are not a must but are recommended for weekends. For more information please visit Scudder Marina.
For our American guests, you will need a valid passport. Upon arrival in Canada, the master of the boat must report to the CBSA by calling 1-888-226-7277. The master of the boat will provide details of the voyage, the passengers and their declaration.
As proof of presentation, masters will be provided with a report number for their records.
