Discover the Historic Battle of the Windmill National Historic Site

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from any major city in Northern Canada, such as Yellowknife, and head south towards the nearest major highway. For instance, if you're in Yellowknife, take the Yellowknife Highway to connect with the Mackenzie Highway (Highway 1). Continue south until you reach the junction with Highway 401 near the Canadian border. Follow Highway 401 east towards Prescott, Ontario. Once you arrive in Prescott, follow the signs to Windmill Road. The Battle of the Windmill National Historic Site is located at Windmill Rd, Prescott, ON K0E 1T1. Note that there may be tolls on some routes, so be prepared for possible costs.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer public transportation, you can take a bus from major cities in Northern Canada to Ottawa. From Ottawa, you can board a regional bus service (such as Greyhound or Ontario Northland) that travels to Prescott. Once you arrive in Prescott, the Battle of the Windmill National Historic Site is about a 15-minute walk or a short taxi ride from the bus station. Ensure to check the bus schedules in advance as they may vary. Be prepared for bus fares, which can range from $50 to $100 depending on your starting location.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  Once you arrive in Prescott by car or public transport, if you don't want to walk, you can use a local taxi service or a rideshare app like Uber to reach the Battle of the Windmill National Historic Site. The ride from the Prescott bus station to the site should take about 5 minutes. Taxi fares in this area are generally reasonable, expect to pay around CAD 10–15 for a short distance.