What You’ll Discover
Learn all about the modern world of maple syrup production, the traditions that have survived the centuries, and the innovations that make today’s farms thrive. Take shade under the mighty maples for a legendary sugar bush treat Maple Taffy-on-Snow! Finish the tour with a tasting of the 4 flavours of maple syrup: Golden, Amber, Dark and Very Dark. Enjoy the complete experience by adding a maple-inspired charcuterie board to see how we use maple syrup beyond the breakfast table.
Bring Your Questions!
Our expert guides are here to help you tap into your inner maple nerd…
🍁 What’s the science that causes maple syrup to get darker and stronger later in the season?
🍷 Why is maple syrup production often compared to wine?
🌱 How does the soil make Ontario maple syrup unique?
QUICK DETAILS
📅 2026 Dates:
Victoria Day Weekend May 16 & 17
Saturday & Sunday
May 23 – June 25
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays
June 27 – September 6
Available Daily
September 12 – October 25
Saturdays & Sundays
🕙 Tour Start Times:
10:30am & 1:30pm
2026 Pricing:
General (12+) $35/person (+HST)
Child (3-11) $17/person (+HST)
Plus optional tasting board add-ons
⏳ Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours
📍Location: 2519 Effingham St., Pelham
👤 Recommended for guests aged 12 years and older
♿ Accessibility Note: Not recommended for guests using wheelchairs (See FAQ below for more details)
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Tour Itinerary
Duration: 2 – 2.5 Hours
- Start out in our Sugar Shack, the hub of maple production (~ 15 minutes)
- Embark on a tractor-pulled wagon ride to the heart of our forest (~ 10 minutes)
- Venture along our groomed walking trails with our expert Guide (~ 30 minutes
- Enjoy a legendary sugar bush treat — Taffy-on-Snow! (~ 15 minutes)
- Re-board the wagon for the journey back to the farm (~10 minutes)
- Finish the tour with a maple syrup tasting (~ 10 minutes)
- Add a Tasting Board of authentic Canadian specialties after your tour (optional, ~ 30 minutes)
Booking, Refund & Cancellation Policy
Discover Maple Tour Policies
May-October
Booking Guidelines
Important: Tours require at least one advance booking to operate. If no advance bookings have been received, the tour will not run. We strongly recommend purchasing tickets in advance to guarantee your spot and help ensure the tour operates as scheduled.
Tickets for the 10:30 a.m. tour may be purchased online until 8:30 a.m. on the day of the tour.
Tickets for the 1:30 p.m. tour may be purchased online until 1:10 p.m.
If you are attempting to purchase tickets online and do not see your preferred tour time, please call the farm at 905-682-0642 for assistance.
Walk-in tickets may be available for purchase at the farm until the tour start time; however, availability is not guaranteed.
Ticket Refunds
Tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before the tour. No refunds for same-day ticket purchases. You can cancel directly through your online booking confirmation email until midnight the day before your tour. Cancellations via email/phone can be refunded up until 5:00pm the day before your tour. No shows are nonrefundable.
Late Arrivals
The tour starts at the stated time so arrive early as to not miss your tour. If you have gotten lost or traffic is holding you up and you know you are not going to make it on time, it is advisable to call the farm.
Late arrivals cannot be accommodated after the wagon has left for the sugar bush.
Cancelled Tours
Any cancelled tours due to weather or unforeseen circumstance will be refunded. In the event of a cancelled tour, we will send out an email as soon as possible prior to the tour time booked. If you do not have access to your email on the day of your tour and it is inclement weather (pouring rain, high winds, etc.) call the farm to find out if your tour has been cancelled. If we have not cancelled the tour and you do not wish to participate it is up to you to cancel 24 hours before your tour to get a refund. No shows are nonrefundable.
Tours Booked Through Third Party Vendors (ie. Trip Advisor):
If you purchased tickets through Trip Advisors or another third-party vendor, the cancellation policy as applicable to that vendor applies. Different vendors may have different cancellation policies, be sure to carefully read through and understand the details before you purchase tickets. White Meadows Farms is not responsible for processing refunds for tickets purchased through a third party vendor.
Visitor Information
Year Round Farm Policies
Important Visitor Information
- No smoking on the farm; permitted in the parking lot only
- No pets allowed
- Service animals are welcome (must be identifiable or supported by documentation)
- Access 2 Card: support person admitted at no charge for ticketed experiences
- Open fires: Use caution when near any fires to avoid any harm by sparks, ashes or smoke
- Natural terrain: may be muddy, slippery, uneven, with exposed roots/branches
Parking & Entry
Designated accessible parking spaces are available in our main lot, located close to the entrance of the farm. The Maple Sweet Shop, Sugar Shack, and washroom facilities feature wheelchair-accessible doorways (minimum 32” wide) and are situated on level ground with no steps. At this time we do not have automatic doors installed in our buildings; please ask a member of our staff to assist you with doors if needed.
Wheelchairs
Most tours include a wagon ride to the Sugar Bush, which requires guests to climb three steps when boarding and exiting. The forest trails are not wheelchair accessible due to steep hills, uneven terrain, and loose stones.
👉 Read more about our Accessibility Policy here
Mobility Considerations
Guests using foldable wheelchairs or walkers and who are comfortable walking short distances (up to 10 minutes between stops) may find portions of the tour manageable. Benches are available at each stop for resting. We encourage guests to assess their individual mobility needs before booking.
WARNING: under Ontario law, an agritourism provider is not liable for the death or injury or illness of a participant in an agritourism activity conducted at this agritourism location if that injury or death or illness results from the inherent risks of that agritourism activity. Inherent risks of agritourism activities include, but are not limited to, the risk of injury inherent to land, equipment and animals as well as the potential for you as a participant to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your injury or death. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agritourism activity.
FAQ
How should I prepare for the tour?
Dress for the weather — sometimes umbrellas, boots and raincoats are a good idea. Wear comfortable shoes and prepare to walk outdoors for at least an hour and a half. Sunscreen and a bottle of water on hot summer days may come in handy!
How much walking is there on the tour?
Approximately 2 hours total. You’ll be required to climb up a few steps up and down the wagon. There are plenty of opportunities to stop, sit and listen along the way.
Can I bring my dog?
Although we love our furry friends, unfortunately pets are not allowed on our property for the safety of our staff and guests. Service animals are allowed. Read more about Service Animals in our Discover Maple Tour Policy below.
What do I have to do when I arrive?
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start time of your tour. Meet the tour guide as you make your way through the main parking lot entrance or find our staff inside the Maple Sweet Shop. Give us your name and we’ll check you in!
Don’t have tickets? Head into the Maple Sweet Shop and find out if there is space for you to join our tour. You can get tickets on site if there is space available!
Can I bring a stroller?
Strollers are welcome on the Discover Maple Tour. Folding-style strollers are recommended, as they are easier to bring onto the wagon for transport into the forest. Please note that if the wagon is full, there may not be space to accommodate larger strollers on the ride out. Once in the forest, trails are gravel and may be uneven or slippery in some areas, especially during wet weather — please use your discretion when visiting our farm with a stroller.
Good to know when coming out to the farm:
From Niagara Falls: Be sure to check the Welland Canal Bridge Status at Bridge 11 or plan your via the QEW or HWY 58
From Toronto: Plan at least 2.5 hours of travel time and take the Seventh St. exit from the QEW.
Free parking available on site.
Someone in my group is in a wheelchair, can they join?
In general, we recommend that the Discover Maple Tour is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs. However, we recognize that mobility needs vary widely, and we encourage you to use your discretion when deciding whether this tour is appropriate for you or a member of your group.
The first portion of the tour, located in our Sugar Shack, is wheelchair accessible with level ground and no steps. The second portion involves a wagon ride to our sugar bush, which requires guests to climb up and down three steps to board and disembark.
Once in the forest, the tour takes place on gravel trails that may be uneven or slippery in some areas, which can pose challenges for certain wheelchair styles. Folding walkers with seats or lightweight, foldable wheelchairs may be suitable for some guests who are comfortable walking short distances (up to 10 minutes at a time) between stops. Benches are available at each stop along the route for guests to rest.
Do you offer tours outside of the calendar of dates shown on the booking page?
If your travel dates don’t quite align with our tour schedule, you are welcome to send a request to book a Private Discover Maple Tour. Head to our booking page, scroll to the bottom and check out our newest option for private discover maple — offered May, June, September & October from Wednesday to Friday.
Do you offer a picnic lunch?
We no longer offer the country picnic lunch. Tasting Boards are available as well as a selection of ready to eat snacks in the Maple Sweet Shop.
