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Getting to The Wandering Dog Inn

Getting Here

LOCATION:  Surprise!!!  Pelee Island is a big island in the middle of great lake.  Getting here requires planning.  American friends – don’t forget your ‘sport.

Directions to the Ferry docks

(We don’t want you wandering quite yet):

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From the West: Windsor and Western USA

Take Huron Church Road from Windsor or from the Ambassador Bridge.
Follow this for 10 kilometres to the 401 junction and take Highway 3 East towards Leamington.

For Leamington ferry docks: Follow Hwy 3 east to Hwy 77, turning south (RIGHT).
The road ends at the ferry docks.

For Kingsville ferry docks: Follow Hwy 3 east to Division Road, turning south (RIGHT).
Follow through town to the lake. Ferry docks are a block to the east (LEFT).

From the East: Ontario, Eastern USA, and points North

Take Highway 401 West from Toronto and points East.
Exit south at Highway 77 (Leamington exit).

For Leamington ferry docks:Follow through Leamington.
The road ends at the ferry docks.

For Kingsville ferry docks: Follow Highway 77 to Highway 3.
Turn west (RIGHT) and follow Highway 3 to Division Road, turning south (LEFT).
Follow through town to the lake. Ferry docks are a block to the east (LEFT).

GET HERE BY FERRY: The Pelee Island Transportation Company services the Island from mid-March until Mid-December, offering vehicle and transportation services on its two ferries, the MV Pelee Islander II and the MV Jiimaan. With departures leaving Leamington from mid-March until the end of July, and Kingsville from August until mid-December, and Sandusky from the end of April until the last weekend in September, ferry service is available from both Canadian and United States ports.

Make sure to check your departure location, and don’t forget to make a reservation for your vehicle BOOK WELL IN ADVANCE.

Call the Pelee Island Transportation office at 1-800-661-2220, or visit https://www.ontarioferries.com/pelee-island-ferries/schedule-overview/ for schedules and fares.

The most southerly international airport in Canada is found on Pelee Island with coordinates and radio frequency found in the Flight Supplement Manual. Offering a 3,300 foot paved runway, both private aircrafts and regular flying schedules use the Pelee Island Airport.
 
REMINDER: The Pelee Island Airport is an official port of entry into Canada. If travelling from the USA a valid Passport is required.
 
Scheduled Flights: The Pelee Island Transportation Company offers regularly scheduled flights during the winter months and can be contacted at: 1 (800) 661-2220 or 1 (519) 724-2115 for more information.
 
The Griffing Flying Service offers daily year round service from Port Clinton, Ohio to Pelee Island and other Lake Erie Islands.
 
For reservations, call (419) 734-5400. Private Aircraft: Private aircrafts should contact the airport manager if information is required. Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at (519) 724-2931
Located in the North Bay of Pelee Island, Scudder Marina offers all the essentials and more for day or overnight stays. Safe sandy beaches, great fishing and diving are all available in the area or simply enjoy the solitude and amazing sunsets.
 
N 41 49.00 W 82 39.40
 
Monitors VHF 68
 
Telephone: 519-724-2377
 
Reservations are not a must but are recommended for weekends.
 
Store Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m through the summer season.
 
For our American guests, you will need a valid passport.
  • We had such a great stay at the Wandering Dog Inn in August 2025. The room and amenities were wonderful, but the owners, Kevin and Cathy, truly made our stay... read more

    Chad and Jenn Avatar Chad and Jenn
    August 16, 2025
  • A very nice weekend experience! We were greeted by Kevin, very entertaining and enthusiastic. After a hick up in our plans, Kathy went to bat for us and the wedding... read more

    Nancy Pinch Avatar Nancy Pinch
    July 28, 2025
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    mnhanna1 Avatar mnhanna1
    August 12, 2025
  • Home away from home. Cathy and her team created the perfect environment to relax and enjoy the island. The room was comfortable, with plenty of space to spread out and... read more

    Ranulf Glanville Avatar Ranulf Glanville
    August 24, 2025
  • What a fantastic place! The hosts, Cathy and Kevin are a delight, they truly love what they do, and it shows. The food, so delicious, the room, so comfy the... read more

    Verla Talnariu Avatar Verla Talnariu
    July 8, 2025
  • Very charming inn, great rooms, very clean and comfy. Kevin and Cathy are fabulous hosts! Wonderful breakfast! Highly recommend the inn!

    caroline o'driscoll Avatar caroline o'driscoll
    September 19, 2025
  • Great experience overall. Would return. The hosts are very welcoming and they look after everyone very attentively. They will give you advice if needed. The place is very well maintained,... read more

    Martin Fortier Avatar Martin Fortier
    June 21, 2025
  • We loved our stay at the Wandering Dog Inn. Beautiful spot on the east side of the island. Rooms were spacious and very clean. Well kept property and grounds.... read more

    Anna .Michener Avatar Anna .Michener
    August 14, 2025
  • Absolutely cannot recommend this place enough! Our stay was short but The Wandering Dog Inn offered us the quiet break we needed to fully relax. We loved it so much,... read more

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    March 4, 2025
  • Great people

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    August 22, 2025