Sights

West Montrose Covered Bridge

West Montrose Covered Bridge in winter
photo by: Joseph Hollick

The West Montrose Covered Bridge is the last remaining covered bridge in the province of Ontario. It is located over the Grand River between the Guelph area and the St. Jacobs/Elmira area. It is 198 feet long and was built in 1881. The bridge was covered to protect the wood flooring and structure from the elements.

It is known locally as The Kissing Bridge.

It is open to vehicular traffic and often you will see Mennonites crossing it in their horse and buggies, so be extra careful if you are crossing in your car.

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Point Pelee National Park

Point Pelee National Park
photo by: Joseph Hollick

Point Pelee National Park represents the most southern portion of Canada. The park is well known as an excellent site to observe the spring and fall bird migrations and the autumn migration of the Monarch butterfly. To view pictures and descriptions of each of the 370 bird species observed in the park, visit the Point Pelee Bird List. For more information, plus a virtual tour of the park, visit Point Pelee National Park.

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Bruce Peninsula National Park

Bruce Peninsula National Park protects the on-shore environments of the Niagra Escarpment. The off-shore environments are protected by Fathom Five National Marine Park. This park features limestone cliffs, mixed forests, wetlands and beaches. A great diversity of wildflowers can be found here, including 43 species of wild orchid. Deer, porcupine and hares are commonly seen in the park. Access from the south is via Highway 6 or from the north via Ontario Northland Ferry M.S. Chi-cheemaun (call (519) 596-2510 for ferry information). For additional information, plus a virtual tour more..

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Fathom Five National Marine Park

Fathom Five National Marine Park consists of 20 islands at the mouth of Georgian Bay. Fathom Five represents Canada's first national marine park. Twenty-two shipwrecks are located within park boundaries. For more information, including a virtual tour of park features, visit Fathom Five National Marine Park

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St. Lawrence Islands National Park

St. Lawrence Islands National Park is Canada's smallest national park and is situated in eastern Ontario. The park is fast becoming a favoured destination for sea kayakers. For more information on kayaking in the park, visit theThousand Islands Water Trail. For more information on park features and services, visit St. Lawrence Islands National Park.

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Georgian Bay Islands National Park

Georgian Bay Islands National Park helps conserve the landscapes and biological resources of a set of islands in Lake Huron. These islands are well-known for the variety of reptiles and amphibians found here. Access to this park is by boat only. For more information, including a virtual tour of park features, visit Georgian Bay Islands National Park

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Pukaskwa National Park

Pukaskwa National Park is situated on the northern shore of Lake Superior and preserves a portion of the rugged and ancient Canadian Shield. Wildlife commonly seen in the park include: gray wolves, moose, Woodland caribou, lynx and a variety of bird species. For more information on the park, including a virtual tour, visit Pukaskwa National Park.

type:	Parks, Gardens and Zoos
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