Planning a trip to Niagara wine country and wondering where to buy legal cannabis nearby? Pepe Cannabis Store at 532 Read Rd in St. Catharines sits right at the gateway to the wine route — minutes from the vineyards, on the border of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Niagara's wine country stretches across Niagara-on-the-Lake, St. Catharines, and the Twenty Valley — but licensed cannabis stores are surprisingly scarce out among the vineyards, and Niagara-on-the-Lake itself doesn't allow dispensaries at all. That makes our Read Road location one of the most convenient stops in the region: close to the wineries, easy to reach, and fully stocked.
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The Dispensary at Wine Country's Doorstep
Read Road runs along the boundary between St. Catharines and Niagara-on-the-Lake — which puts Pepe closer to the heart of the wine route than any store in downtown St. Catharines or Niagara Falls:
- Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries (Lakeshore Road, Niagara Stone Road, the Parkway): most within a 10–20 minute drive
- Old Town NOTL: roughly 10–15 minutes
- St. Catharines-area wineries and fruit stands: just minutes away
- Heading to the Twenty Valley or Beamsville Bench? Stop in before you head west — options get thinner as you go
If you're staying overnight in Niagara-on-the-Lake, we've covered your situation in detail here: The Closest Dispensary to Niagara-on-the-Lake.
What to Pick Up for a Wine Country Weekend
Touring vineyards means patios, sunsets, B&B porches, and slow evenings. Our budtenders can point you to the right fit for how you like to unwind:
- Edibles and beverages — discreet, no smoke, and easy to enjoy at a rental or on a patio where smoking isn't permitted
- Pre-rolls — zero gear required, perfect for a weekend bag
- Vapes — low-odour and travel-friendly
- Flower — including craft and premium strains for the connoisseurs
- CBD and wellness products — for winding down after a long day of touring
Make It a Two-Minute Stop
Wine country itineraries are tight — tasting reservations, dinner bookings, tour pickups. Order ahead online from our St. Catharines menu and your order will be ready when you arrive, so you can be in and out and back on the route.
Enjoy Wine Country Responsibly
A few things to know before you go:
- You must be 19+ with valid government ID to purchase
- Keep cannabis and alcohol separate — combining them intensifies impairment, and a wine-touring day is exactly when you don't want that
- Never drive impaired — book a tour, hire a driver, or save it for when you're settled in for the night
- Cannabis in a vehicle must stay sealed, in original packaging, and out of the driver's reach
- Check your accommodation's smoking policy — edibles and beverages are the courteous choice at B&Bs and rentals
- Never cross the U.S. border with cannabis
The Bottom Line
Wine country has world-class vineyards, charming small towns — and almost nowhere to buy legal cannabis. Pepe Cannabis Store at 532 Read Rd Unit 2 in St. Catharines sits right at the gateway to the Niagara wine route, making it the easiest dispensary stop for anyone touring the region. Swing by on your way in, and enjoy the rest of the weekend.
Pepe Cannabis — St. Catharines
532 Read Rd Unit 2, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7K6
(905) 397-1194
19+ only. Please consume responsibly.
