Pinery Provincial Park_2012 Brochure_CS3_Pg1_FINAL

Pinery Provincial Park
BURLEY
BEACH
Ski Trail
Lake Huron
Ice
Keep Off
Ice
Snowshoeing
P3
CS #14
CS #11
P8
CS #10
CS #6
CS #5
Permits
CS #8
Cedar
2.3 km
Port
Franks
?
Emergency
Phone
ARY
ND
CS #7
BURLEY
GATE OFFICE
OU
CS #9
CS #12
Hiking Trail
KB
PAR
CS #15
Keep Off
DUNES
BEACH
Legend
Visitor
Centre
Huron Trail
Pay Phone
Heritage
Link to Summer Map
Sarnia
This map is illustrative only
Skier's Code
Please adhere to the skier's code at all
times to make skiing at Pinery a good
experience for all.
1. Ski in the indicated direction of travel and
observe all signs.
2. Always step off the trail to the right when
being passed by a faster skier.
3. Do not obstruct the trail. Move off the set
track when taking a break; step off the track
after getting up from a fall.
4. Yield to faster skiiers.
5. Do not litter. Pack-out what you take-in.
6. Do not ski after dusk. Do not begin a trail
after 3 pm.
7. Remain on the marked trail. You may
become lost if you leave the designated trail.
8. To minimize damage to set tracks, dogs,
snowshoeing, walking, and sleighs or
toboggans are not permitted on ski trails.
9. Camping is not permitted on ski trails.
10. Ski within your ability. Trails are not patrolled
and you and your group should assess all
risks and act responsibly to ensure your
safety.
11. Use extra caution during icy conditions; be
prepared for changing weather.
12. Yield trail to grooming equipment and staff.
Skate Ski Trail
$
Warming
Hut
Ausable Trail
Rental
PARK BOUNDARY
Riverside
Highway 21
Ausable Trail
Huron Trail
Chickadee Trail
Skate Ski Trail
Dune Ridge Trail
Walking Trail
Ski Trail Information
Pinery's ski trails are rated using three
levels of difficulty:
Park
Entrance
DUNE RIDGE
Grand Bend
Highway 21
Permits
Dune Ridge Trail
Greenway Road
Ausable
River
Chickadee
Trail
First Aid
TH
CHICKADEE
TH
SKATE SKI
TH
Visitor Centre Area
2.3 km
Heritage Trail
Trail Guide
Available
6
7
8
Easy - generally flat and short.
Trail Guide
Available
Keep off ice
5
9
10
8
Most Difficult - steep terrain and longest.
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Words of Caution
Skiing is an excellent form of exercise and a great
way to explore the park, however you should be
careful to always ski within your ability. Plan your
outing to allow adequate time to complete the
loop and return to your vehicle before dusk. Trail
and weather conditions can change quickly so be
prepared by carrying an emergency kit. It is
recommended to advise someone about your trip
itinerary and when you plan to return. Cellular
phones cannot be relied upon for contact.
We advise against travel on ice at any time. The
Old Ausable Channel in Pinery is spring fed which
can cause variable ice thickness. Ice that forms
along the lakeshore is extremely treacherous and
should be avoided.
Do not begin a trail after 3pm.
Trail Hours: 8:00 am to dusk.
4
7
12
3
Dune Ridge
Ski Trailhead
Chickadee
Ski Trailhead
Lookout
Trailer Station
Park Permits
Link Ski Trail
3.0 km
Extension trail
closed in winter
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More Difficult - rolling terrain and longer.
Washroom
Cedar
Trail
Visitor
Centre
Huron Ski Trail
Cedar Trail
Park Office
Parking
Keep off ice
PARK BOUNDARY
2.5 km
6
4
5
10
11
2
12
2
1
1
Skate
Ski Trailhead
3
Visitor Centre
Link Ski Trail
Link Ski Trail
2.2 km to Heritage Trail
3.0 km to Huron Ski Trail
Link Ski Trail
1.0 km to
2.2 km to
Huron Ski Trail
Visitor Centre
Park naturalists and the Friends of Pinery Park
offer guided programs and special events that
highlight the unique ecological communities and
species found within the park. Activity schedules
are posted throughout the park as well as on the
park website (www.pinerypark.on.ca). Further
information about park services and amenities
may be found on the park website and the
Ontario Parks website (www.ontarioparks.com).
911
911 - dialing 911 from any payphone or
cellular telephone will put you in
contact with emergency services. Note
that cellular coverage within the park is
intermittent.
Pinery's 911 Address is
9526 Lakeshore Road.
First Aid - First Aid kits are accessible at
the rental building, Visitor Centre and
other park offices.
CLOSED ROAD
TH
Rental
Keep off ice
$
CEDAR
TRAIL
VISITOR
CENTRE
RO
AD
D
OS
E
CL
Keep off ice
NORTHVILLE
PARK BOUNDARY
DOGS PERMITTED
ON SKATE SKI
TRAIL ONLY
LAKE HURON
HIGHWAY 21
AD
CLOS
ED RO
PARK BOUNDARY
Rental
TH
SHORT
LOOP
LONG
LOOP
11 km
HURON SKI TRAIL
HERITAGE TRAIL
GRAND
BEND
PARK
ENTRANCE
Keep off ice
Skate Ski Trail
4.2 km
Keep off ice
PARK OFFICE
VISITOR
CENTRE
CLOSED ROAD
Park Emergency Phones - picking up
any emergency phone in the park will
connect you to park personnel or
emergency services. Please report your
location and the nature of your
emergency and remain on the line.
If you become lost, stay on the trail and retrace
your steps back towards the trail head. Do not
leave the trail. If you find yourself lost off trail,
remain where you are and use a signalling device
(whistle) to alert people to your situation.
Pinery Provincial Park
9526 Lakeshore Road, R. R. #2
Grand Bend, Ontario, N0M 1T0
(519) 243 - 2220
www.pinerypark.on.ca
Keep off ice
LONG LOOP
Being prepared for your outing and skiing within
your ability will often prevent accidents. In the
event that you require emergency assistance,
please contact emergency services immediately.
General information and assistance can be
obtained by calling or mailing the park.
SHORT LOOP
CLOSED ROAD
HIGHWAY 21
PARK BOUNDARY
CLOSED ROAD
ice
off
ep
Ke
TRAILER
STATION
(disposal only water available at
comfort station)
EXIT
TH
CLOSED ROAD
TH
= Permits
VISITOR
CENTRE
= Washrooms
PARK
ENTRANCE
= Emergency
Phones
$
= Warming Hut
The Pinery Visitor Centre is open on weekends
during the winter and daily during the Christmas
and March breaks. The centre features an
information counter staffed by park naturalists,
exhibits and displays on local ecology and unique
species, an indoor theatre, bird feeders, and a gift
store. Large viewing windows, reference books,
public washrooms and park information make the
centre a natural launch point for all of your park
adventures.
Chickadee Trail
9.6 km
Rental
= Trailhead
Keep off ice
TH
Huron Trail
GRAND
BEND
LEGEND
CLOSED ROAD
Keep off ice
9.4 km
Emergencies
Pinery Visitor Centre
$
Dune Ridge Trail
HURON SKI TRAIL
HERITAGE TRAIL
PARK BOUNDARY
4.7 km
PARK OFFICE
OLD AUSABLE CHANNEL
CLOSE
D ROA
D
Ausable Trail
Roofed Accommodation.
Twelve yurts are located in Riverside Area 1.
These tent-like structures are equipped with
electric heat, lighting, tables and bunk-bed
sleeping for six. Barbeques are located outside for
cooking. Pets are not permitted in yurts.
Park Permits.
A valid park permit must be purchased for all park
use. The appropriate pass for your needs may be
purchased at the main gate or park office during
business hours or via the Pay & Display station
located beside the main gate building. Display
your permit on your dashboard at all times while
in the park. Seasonal and annual passes valid at
all Provincial Parks may also be obtained at the
adminstration office or main gate building during
business hours.
Snowmobiles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV's) and
horses are not permitted in the park at any time.
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Winter outdoor activities can be very rewarding,
but you must take extra precautions to prepare
for your time outdoors. Please plan and prepare
for your outings and read and carry this brochure
with you at all times. Your safety in Pinery
Provincial Park is ultimately your responsibility be prepared. Information can be obtained at
www.pinerypark.on.ca or (519) 243 - 2220.
Camping.
Winter camping for tents and recreational trailers
is available in Riverside Area 1. Sanitary disposal
is available at the trailer station, water can be
obtained at the comfort station in
Riverside Area 1. Visit www.pinerypark.on.ca for
more information.
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Pinery offers 40 kilometers of ski trails, two
packed walking trails, snowshoeing and many
lookouts and picnic sites. The park is open
year-round for camping and staying in a yurt and
the Visitor Centre operates throughout the year
to help you explore the park.
Reservations.
Reservations are recommended for camping and
yurts and may be made by calling
1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275) between 7:00
am and 9:00 pm EST or by visiting
www.ontarioparks.com. Reservations may be
made up to five months in advance of your date
of arrival.
Keep off ice
Wildlife abounds in winter and their signs are
often easy to find in snow. A variety of winter
birds as well as both large and small mammals
inhabit Pinery between autumn and spring.
Snowshoeing.
You may snowshoe along walking trails or in other
areas of the park but please avoid steep slopes
and environmentally sensitive areas. Ungroomed
roadways and trails offer excellent opportunities
for exploration on snowshoes.
LAKE HURON
winter will reward you with experiences most
summer visitors never have. On clear, cold
winter days bright sunshine and crisp snow offer
countless opportunities to explore and enjoy the
rolling dunes of the park. Whether you come for
a family adventure or some solitude, the park
offers many amenities for your visit.
Cross-Country Ski Trails.
Pinery has five ski trails that vary in difficulty,
length and the type of habitat they feature. When
conditions allow, four of the trails are track-set for
classic cross-country skiing, the fifth trail is
groomed for skate-skiing. Please refer to the
maps below for more information about ski trails.
Keep off ice
Welcome. A camping or day-trip to Pinery in
Pets.
Dogs are permitted in the park but must be kept
on a leash at all times. Pets should not be left
un-attended as the cold and unfamiliar settings
may cause distress. Dogs are only permitted on
the skate ski trail. Please do not walk dogs on any
other ski trails as their footprints quickly destroy
the tracks set on classical ski trails.
HURON SKI TRAIL
HERITAGE TRAIL
Winter Activities
NORTHVILLE
Pinery in Winter
PARK BOUNDARY