Vacation rentals in Turkey Point

Turkey Point is a lovely beachside town in Norfolk County, Ontario — located on Long Point Bay south, around a two-hour drive from Toronto. Some say the town was named after an early settler with a prominent Adam’s Apple, but the more likely origin is from the abundant wild turkey population. The main attraction in town is Turkey Point Provincial Park, which boasts a beautiful two kilometre stretch of beach right along Lake Erie, one of Canada’s Great Lakes. The beach is sheltered from the lake’s undertow, making it a safe and enjoyable place to swim for all ages. The town is also home to the Turkey Point Marina, Canada’s largest freshwater marina — making the region very popular for boating. Just southeast of Turkey Point is the popular Pottahawk Point, a picturesque remote location on Lake Eerie that is only accessible by boat and is home to an annual boating event that attracts visitors from far and wide.

Turkey Point is all about the beach, and the summer months provide long sunny days and warm nights, perfect for enjoying fun in the warm clear water, as well as all the water activities on offer in the town. In August, the annual Summerfest celebration takes over for five days straight. This popular family-friendly event features sandcastle sculpting, a show and shine car show, games and activities, food, and live entertainment. The popular Lynn River Music and Arts Festival in nearby Simcoe also takes place in August and is a free event featuring three stages of live music and a wide array of food vendors on site. Whenever you decide to visit you will find a good range of cottage rentals in Turkey Point to suit all tastes and budgets.

Turkey Point Beach

Turkey Point beach is a beautiful two-kilometer stretch of beach on Lake Erie, with soft sand and clear shallow waters, which makes for perfect swimming conditions for children and adults. Once you have had enough fun in the water, you can take a slow wander along the beach strips’ shops or grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants, with some of the eateries providing live music on the weekends.

Turkey Point Provincial Park

Spend a day exploring Turkey Point Provincial Park, with three walking trails that wind through serene forest and many fascinating spots, like an old hatchery pond. The Park is also popular for mountain biking, canoeing, and kayaking, and is the only provincial park in the region with a golf course. Once you are done exploring, you can enjoy a meal and drink at the restaurants or winery nearby.

Long Point Provincial Park

Take a 30-minute drive to the scenic Long Point on the northwest shore of Lake Erie — a sandy spit of land that juts out into the lake. It has been designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve because of its biological significance. Long Point Provincial Park is famous for its migrating birds during spring and fall, including the famous wild turkeys, that have given Turkey Point its name.