Repairs begin this month on Point Pelee viewing tower

Published May 11, 2024 • 1 minute read

The metal Tip Tower — which is being repaired by Parks Canada — is located, as the name implies, at the tip of Point Pelee. Photo by Parks Canada

Heritage Restoration Inc. has been awarded the contract to begin repairs this month on the guardrails on Tip Tower in Point Pelee National Park with the intention of re-opening the 360-degree viewing platform as soon as possible.

The tower has been closed due to the guardrail issue since May 2022.

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Ongoing updates on the project will be made available on Parks Canada’s website. The park’s tip area remains open for visitors to explore as work on the tower continues.

Parks Canada says it “will make every effort to minimize impacts to visitors during this infrastructure project.” Some initial work will be completed offsite and work onsite will be scheduled to avoid major disruptions to visitors and wildlife.

Visitors are asked to adhere to construction related signs while on site to ensure the safety for everyone involved.

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The metal Tip Tower is one of two towers at Point Pelee National Park. The other tower is the wooden one at the Marsh Boardwalk. Photo by Parks Canada

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