3 days in Essex Itinerary

Essex is a town with a population of 20,427 in Essex County in southwestern Ontario, Canada, whose municipal borders extend to Lake Erie. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Bois Blanc Island Lighthouse & Blockhouse and Erie Shore Vineyard. There's much more to do: learn about winemaking at Oxley Estate Winery, examine the collection at John R. Park Homestead & Conservation Area, sample the tasty concoctions at GL Heritage Brewing Company, and stop by Old Dutch Guys Chocolate.

To see other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Essex road trip planner.

In December, plan for daily highs up to 36°F, and evening lows to 25°F.