Long Point Provincial Park, Provincial park on Lake Erie in Norfolk County, Canada.
Description
Long Point Provincial Park spreads across a 40-kilometer sand spit on Lake Erie with diverse habitats. The landscape contains forests, dunes, marshes, and wetlands that support different plant and animal communities.
History
The park was established in 1921 as a protected area. The waters here were once dangerous for ships, with hundreds of vessels lost before the land became a reserve.
Culture
The bird observatory at this site studies migratory species and their movement patterns throughout the continent. The research conducted here helps guide conservation decisions across North America.
Practical
The park offers camping options and access to swimming and birdwatching activities throughout the grounds. Multiple trails are available for walking and exploring different sections of the landscape.
Did you know?
The location holds international designations as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar Wetland site. Millions of waterfowl pass through during seasonal migrations each year.
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