Peche Island
Peche Island, a 86-acre island was purchased by Hiram Walker in 1883. Walker used the island for a summer home, and his buildings included a stable, large home, greenhouse, and icehouse. The property was sold in 1907. The City of Windsor acquired the land from the Province of Ontario in 1999. It is now a naturalized park with walking trails and can be accessed by boat. Highlights: Naturalized Island Park with Walking Trails and Docking Facilities. Amenities: Picnic Tables and Washroom.
The City of Windsor offers tours of Peche Island. Tours operate on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday weather permitting. Tours begin each day at 10am and the last ride to the island takes place at 1:15pm.
Cost for the round trip is $10. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Anyone interested can reserve a spot by calling 519-255-1161. Pets and larger personal items such as bikes are not permitted due to safety and capacity concerns. Guests are asked to arrive 10 minutes prior to their departure time to sign a waiver, review two safety videos and be fitted for a personal flotation device.
Highlights:
- Naturalized island park with walking trails
- Docking facilities
- Picnic tables
