Port Stanley, Ontario

Beautiful beaches, diverse arts & great shopping

Dining

No matter what you're craving, you can find it in Port Stanley. Treat yourself at a charming ice cream parlour, dine at the beach, or get dressed up for one of the many fine dining restaurants downtown!

Beaches

Take a short walk down the private stairs to Little Beach or cross the historic King George VI Lift bridget to Port Stanley's Main Beach with one of the finest stretches of sandy beach on Lake Erie's north shore.

Shopping

You will be delighted by the numerous quaint boutiques that dot the streets in Port Stanley’s picturesque downtown core. Find that "one-of-a-kind" item you've been looking for; from fashion to home decor!

Play

So much to do.... Rent a stand-up paddleboard or kayak, go parasailing, golfing or ride an antique train. Take in local theatre or visit Great Lakes Farms.

TOURIST INFO

PortStanley.net
Comprehensive site for the village of Port Stanley – including much information on the community, history, businesses, events, attractions and maps.

Shoreline Beacon
Up-to-date news and service guide for Port Stanley and surrounding area.

St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association
A great place to learn about what to see and do in Elgin county.

Day Tripping in Southwestern Ontario
Gain more information for planning your visit to our region.

GOLF

The Bluffs Golf Club
Enjoy golf with a view or improve your skills.

 

Kettle Creek Golf & Country Club
Port Stanley’s newest course. Complete with a pro shop.

Port Stanley Beach
FUN & SUN

Legends of Lake Erie Boat Cruises
Experience the harbour and coastline sites of Port Stanley like never before – charter the 33′ sailboat, Southern Cross.

 

Port Stanley Terminal Railway
Meander beside the Kettle Creek over a seven mile portion of the former London – Port Stanley Railway.

 

Port Stanley Activities & Festival Theatre
Enjoy excellent summer theatre. Check their site for playbill and performance dates as well as dinner theatre packages.

 

Kettle Creek Marina
Rent a paddle boat or investigate dockage for your power or sailboat.

 

Quai Du Vin Winery
Visit our local winery; only a 10 minute drive away.

 

Rush Creek Wines
A local winery that specializes in fruit wines from Ontario’s orchards.

 

Springwater Conservation Area (Catfish Creek)
Stroll the interpretative walking trails of this Carolinian forest.

 

The Rosy Rhubarb Festival
The Rosy Rhubarb Festival is an annual event celebrating rhubarb, fun and community spirit. As always, it takes place on the second weekend in June.

 

Birding in Elgin County
The clean air, low traffic, friendly small towns and major migratory bird routes are very attractive making Elgin County very popular with birders.

SHOPPING

Pepper Tree Spice Company
Offering high-quality and truly fresh spices, herbs, seasonings and hand-crafted blends to the growing culinary and under-serviced organic community in Southwestern Ontario. Call 519-782-7800 to take part in one of their cooking classes.

 

 

 

Joshua & Company
Three large showrooms and a furniture and specialty gallery await your discovery. Accents to focal points, large and small art prints, area rugs and carpets, candles and fragrances, luxurious body products to indulge, quilts and fine linens, every item expertly chosen.

 

 

Anything Used & Sparta Country Candles
Browse through this truly unique country store.

STUDIOS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS