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Port Weller to
Port Dalhousie
(3 trip ideas)
Walkers and Families on Wheels -
Port Weller - Happy Rolph Bird Sanctuary to Malcolmson Eco Park, approximately 2.5 km one way (5 km return trip).
Port Dalhousie- Tour around the old port, approximately 2 km leisurely stroll. Take in shops, patios, beach, lighthouses and and ride the antique carousel.
Cyclists -
Port to Port- Enjoy a relaxing 10 km ride from Port to Port (20 km return trip) on off-road trails and residential streets. Break at Port Dalhousie.
Based on Trust's web map #1-3 & #1-4
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Highlights of this section...
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Happy Rolph’s Bird Sanctuary and the 9/11 Walkway
The sanctuary offers picnic areas, a playground and a farm petting zoo. Take in the beautiful grounds that feature one of Canada’s finest rhododendron collections. Home to hundreds of migratory birds.
Parking and washrooms, some concession stands.
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Lock One
If the timing’s right you may enjoy the treat of seeing one of the large ships that use the Welland Canal. To your south you’ll see the gateway to the Greater Niagara Circle Route. Continue west on the Waterfront Trail and you’ll pass through a wonderful eco-park.
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Malcolmson Eco Park (Entrance)
Look around you to see a fresh new approach to creating parks. Rather than formal gardens, this park will restore the natural habitats of Carolinian forest, Savannah grassland and wetland environment. Stonedust paths take you through its 36 acres. Look for the Waterfowl Pond, Amphibian Wetland and the Greenhouse Compound.
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Municipal Beach
Just north of Malcolmson Eco Park and on the Lake.
Public washrooms and swimming available.
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Port Dalhousie (Lakeside Park)
Beautiful, vibrant, historic harbour offering many restaurants and patios, quaint shops, theatre, gardens and boat tours. By the lake you’ll discover a wonderful beach where you can swim, restored 19th century lighthouses, picnic pavilions and an antique carousal, which you can ride for just 5 cents! Take in the area’s rich heritage on one of many historic walking tours available.
Parking and washrooms available.
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