Welcome to Wolfe Island

Jul 01, 2022

A short ferry ride from downtown Kingston will bring you to Wolfe Island, the largest of the 1000 Islands, and a hidden gem in Frontenac County. Located where Lake Ontario ends and the St. Lawrence River begins to flow into the Atlantic its landscape boasts abundant river and city views, agricultural landscapes and spectacular sunsets. The ferry, which accommodates cars, pedestrians and cyclists, brings you just outside Marysville is where most of the population of the Island is centralized and embodies a friendly small town vibe. Cycling is a popular activity on the Island with routes covering the entire 124 sq. miles of the Island. Other popular activities include, birdwatching, golf, and fishing, as the waters surrounding the islands are full of various fish species including bass, walleye and northern pike. Big Sandy Bay is also located on the Island and is one of the great beaches of Lake Ontario. Wolfe Island also hosts a variety of cultural attractions including the Wolfe Island Gallery that showcases fine arts and artisanal creations from the many artists living on or with connections to the Frontenac Islands.

A stroll through downtown Marysville offers a selection of cafés, bakeries, shops and restaurants as well as homey bed & breakfasts and the recently renovated Hotel Wolfe Island which hosts live music nights featuring some of Canada’s most respected musicians. You will find a carefully curated selection of local goods at Fishtale Shop and a visit to the end of the Island will bring you to Wolfe Island Hopyard where they grow hops used in locally produced beers working with local breweries to significantly reduce carbon footprints. Crops, beef and seeds are also farmed on Wolfe Island and at Kitchen Table Seed House you can find a variety of organic seeds grown specifically to better perform in our regions climate and soil. Haymaker’s coffee is a family run roastery located on the Island that is inspired daily by the beauty of their location and specializes in small batch, single origin microlot coffees available to order through their website and specialty shops.

A visit to Wolfe Island is easy to do in an afternoon and even better if you can extend your stay and take in all that the Island has to offer. With its convenient location just south of downtown Kingston it offers a peaceful reprise from the hustle and bustle of the downtown core. Not only are you surrounded by breathtaking lake views and the magical charm of Marysville while on the Island but getting the opportunity to meet the people that live on Wolfe Island is the real treat. Wolfe Island is a close knit community hat embraces visitors while they enjoy everything Island life has to offer making a visit a must see on your summer to-do list!

Kitchen Table Seed House
We sell Certified Organic vegetable, herb and flower seeds.

613-385-8569
www.kitchentableseedhouse.ca
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Wolfe Island Gallery
We are a collective of local artisans. You will find a variety of art forms including paintings, photography, etc.

Marysville, Wolfe Island, ON
www.wolfeislandgallery.com
Facebook: /wolfeislandgallery
Instagram: @wolfeislandgallery

Haymakers Coffee Co.
Haymakers Coffee Co. is a small-batch coffee roaster of microlot coffees on Wolfe Island. Microlots are high quality coffee beans that produce dynamic, beautiful flavours and can be traced back to the farm and mills that passionately produced them. We are inspired by the beauty of Wolfe island and the rad humans of our eclectic community. Our joy is to roast the kind of coffee that makes you want to slow down.

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Wolfe Island Hopyard
We grow 4 varieties of local artisanal hops in reliable quality and quantity on Frontenac terroir. We offer pelletized hops in 5lb or 4oz packages for commercial or home brewing. Our hops provide brewers the opportunity to work with unique local flavour profiles all while brewing more sustainably.

www.wolfeislandhopyard.com
Facebook: /Wolfe-Island-Hopyard
Instagram: @WolfeIslandHopyard

Wolfe Island Pub and Pizza

A visit to the WIPP in the heart of Marysville on Wolfe Island offers a quick, inexpensive slice of pizza that will leave you wanting more! The pizza dough and sauce is prepared fresh daily and they love to support local farmers using fresh-farmed vegetables and beef right from the Island. Check out their signature WIPP pizza!

1223 96 Rd, Wolfe Island
613-385-1234

The Blue Moose Bed & Breakfast, Wolfe Island
Overlooking the beautiful St. Lawrence River, this inviting bed & breakfast is filled with historic charm and modern amenities. The B&B has 7 guest rooms, each with private ensuite. Come enjoy a seat on the front porch while watching the stunning sunset!

613.530.5228
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Fishtale Shop
A unique assortment of housewares, jewellery, apparel, accessories and snacks! Fishtale is a lifestyle shop with a focus on Canadian makers and locally made goods.

1245 Road 96, Wolfe Island
www.fishtaleshop.com
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Ryan's Cottage Rental, Wolfe Island
A tranquil waterfront front retreat on beautiful Brown’s Bay, this cozy cottage sleeps 7 and has everything you need. Enjoy your morning coffee or tea on the back deck, take a swim in the stunning bay and enjoy local restaurants & shops only kilometers away.

613.530.5228
10Th Line RD, Wolfe Island
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