In
1850, the community of Point Clark was known simply as
"The Point". The name changed to "Pine
Point" because a lantern was hung from a pine tree to
warn sailors of the offshore shoal in the pre-lighthouse days.
When, during the 1870's, settlers arrived from Clark Township
Durham County, they renamed their new found home, Point Clark
Point Clark is
best known for its imperial lighthouse tower which warns
sailors of the dangers of the reefs about two
miles off the Lake Huron shoreline.
Point Clark today is a pretty residential community
tucked into the shoreline. A quiet, sandy beach is adjacent
to the lighthouse tower, perfect for a relaxing day by the
water. Lighthouse Park is equipped with playground equipment
and washrooms. Berthing in the small harbour with its
boat ramp makes the beach handy for boaters, too. Four
nature trails -the Point Clark Greenway Project- are accessible
at various points throughout Point Clark.
A quiet, peaceful community, Point Clark is a welcoming heaven
for summer residents, young families, and retirees.
Historical Lakeshore
Boiler
Beach -- In the North of the township you will find
the remains of the Erie Belle, a Great Lakes Steamer that
crashed on the rocks on November 21, 1883. The boiler
of the Erie Belle juts out of the water just off of the shoreline.
The area has for decades been known as Boiler Beach.
Location:
Lake Range Dr.
- North of Conc.
12 of the former Huron Township
A Cairn placed on
the shore, bears this inscription:
"The Erie Belle
exploded south of Kincardine November 21, 1883 killing four
men in an attempt to free the schooner 'Carter'. The
Boiler remains a lasting memorial to Lake Huron Sailors"
In
1850, the community of Point Clark was known simply as
"The Point". The name changed to "Pine
Point" because a lantern was hung from a pine tree to
warn sailors of the offshore shoal in the pre-lighthouse days.
When, during the 1870's, settlers arrived from Clark Township
Durham County, they renamed their new found home, Point Clark
Point Clark today is a pretty residential community
tucked into the shoreline. A quiet, sandy beach is adjacent
to the lighthouse tower, perfect for a relaxing day by the
water. Lighthouse Park is equipped with playground equipment
and washrooms. Berthing in the small harbour with its
boat ramp makes the beach handy for boaters, too. Four
nature trails -the Point Clark Greenway Project- are accessible
at various points throughout Point Clark.
Boiler
Beach -- In the North of the township you will find
the remains of the Erie Belle, a Great Lakes Steamer that
crashed on the rocks on November 21, 1883. The boiler
of the Erie Belle juts out of the water just off of the shoreline.
The area has for decades been known as Boiler Beach. 
Beach
Accesses