By
Lisa Muldoon
Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
Climbing the famous sandy dune at Port Franks, located in Lambton County in Ontario, Canada is a thrilling experience. This giant hill of loose sand challenges hikers, especially as you climb through ankle-sinking drifts. From the top, views of...
Climbing the famous sandy dune at Port Franks, located in Lambton County in Ontario, Canada is a thrilling experience. This giant hill of loose sand challenges hikers, especially as you climb through ankle-sinking drifts. From the top, views of the dune, forest, and the nearby areas, make the climb well worth it. Ecologically significant, the area supports various habitats and unique wildlife to the area. Visitors are encouraged to stay on trails and out of the restoration areas to protect the sensitive ecosystem of Port Franks Dune in Ontario, Canada.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
Right before you come to the dune, you are welcomed by the Port Franks sign. Port Franks is a small community located in southwestern Ontario, Canada.
9 June 2025
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
Along the edge of the dunes, signs remind visitors to stay on trails and out of the restoration areas which are used to protect the sensitive ecosystem of Port Franks Dune in Ontario, Canada.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
We successfully made it to the top of the dune. Next time I will be sure to bring my sunglasses along with me for the journey.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
This giant hill of loose sand challenged us as we climbed through ankle-sinking drifts at Port Franks Dune in Ontario, Canada.
9 June 2025
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
The fenced area helps to keep visitors off of the restoration area and directs them to the centre, sandy part of the dune at Port Franks, Ontario, Canada.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
Restoration reminder signs line the dune's edge reminding visitors to stay on the main dune path at Port Franks Dune in Ontario, Canada.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
I tucked in behind some trees after the climb to cool off and get myself out of the bright sunlight at Port Franks Dune in Ontario, Canada.
9 June 2025
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
From the top there were fantastic views of the dune, forest, and the nearby areas, making the climb well worth it.
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From album Port Franks Dune Ontario Canada
We were able to find street parking at the bottom of the dune before our climb. The dune turned out to be a quick, steep climb with fabulous views.
9 June 2025
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