Visitor guidelines

Georges Island National Historic Site

All Parks Canada places are "no drone zones" for recreational use. Please leave your drone at home. Use of drones at Parks Canada places

There are no concession or retail outlets on the island. Please bring food and water (as required).

Some food, water, and other goods will be available for purchase onboard the vessel.

It is prohibited to use a metal detector within Georges Island National Historic Site.

Pets or other animals are not permitted on board the Ambassatours Gray Line ferry or on the island.

Trained service and guide dogs are permitted.

Smoking, vaping, and alcohol of any kind are forbidden on Georges Island and on all vessels.

Please pack in and pack out.

Please leave no trash or recycling on the island.

Please note: Georges Island will be closed when the ferry to Georges Island is cancelled due to heavy rains or unsafe conditions for travel by boat.

Cancellations will be made by 9 pm the evening before (unless there are exceptional circumstances).

Before you travel, please confirm the island will be open: