parks guide 2015 - The Madawaska Highlands Observatory

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Parks Guide 2015
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100s of
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Welcome to Ontario Parks
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Park Index
Algonquin
Aaron ......................................................35
Algonquin .............................................47
Arrowhead ............................................48
Awenda ..................................................58
Balsam Lake ..........................................53
Bass Lake ...............................................53
Batchawana ..........................................41
Biscotasi Lake .......................................41
Blue Lake ...............................................35
Bon Echo ................................................53
Bonnechere ..........................................48
Bronte Creek.........................................58
Caliper Lake ..........................................35
Charleston Lake ..................................53
Chutes.....................................................41
Craigleith ...............................................58
Darlington .............................................53
Driftwood ..............................................48
Earl Rowe ...............................................58
Emily........................................................53
Esker Lakes ............................................41
Fairbank .................................................41
Ferris........................................................53
Finlayson Point ....................................41
Fitzroy .....................................................53
Forks of the Credit ..............................58
French River ..........................................48
Frontenac ..............................................53
Fushimi Lake.........................................41
Grundy Lake .........................................49
Halfway Lake ........................................41
Inverhuron ............................................58
Ivanhoe Lake ........................................41
John E. Pearce ......................................58
Kakabeka Falls .....................................35
Kap-Kig-Iwan........................................41
Northwestern Ontario ............. 32
Northeastern Ontario .............. 38
Central Ontario ........................... 44
Southeastern Ontario .............. 50
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Southwestern Ontario ............. 56
Kawartha Highlands ..........................54
Kettle Lakes...........................................42
Killarney .................................................42
Killbear ...................................................49
Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater ..............42
Lake on the Mountain.......................54
Lake St. Peter ........................................54
Lake Superior .......................................35
Long Point .............................................58
MacGregor Point ................................58
MacLeod ................................................36
Makobe-Grays River ..........................42
Mara ........................................................54
Mark S. Burnham ................................54
Marten River .........................................42
McRae Point..........................................54
Mikisew ..................................................49
Misery Bay .............................................42
Missinaibi...............................................42
Mississagi...............................................42
Mono Cliffs ............................................58
Murphys Point .....................................54
Nagagamisis .........................................42
Neys .........................................................36
North Beach .........................................54
Oastler Lake ..........................................49
Obabika River.......................................43
Ojibway ..................................................36
Ouimet Canyon ...................................36
Oxtongue River-Ragged Falls.........49
Pakwash .................................................36
Pancake Bay ..........................................43
Petroglyphs ..........................................54
Pigeon River .........................................36
Point Farms ...........................................59
Port Bruce ..............................................59
Port Burwell ..........................................59
Potholes .................................................43
Presqu’ile ...............................................54
Quetico...................................................36
Rainbow Falls .......................................37
René Brunelle .......................................43
Restoule .................................................49
Rideau River..........................................55
Rock Point .............................................59
Rondeau ................................................59
Rushing River .......................................37
Samuel de Champlain.......................49
Sandbanks ............................................55
Sandbar Lake .......................................37
Sauble Falls ...........................................59
Selkirk .....................................................59
Sharbot Lake ........................................55
Sibbald Point ........................................55
Silent Lake .............................................55
Silver Lake .............................................55
Sioux Narrows ......................................37
Six Mile Lake .........................................49
Sleeping Giant .....................................37
Solace .....................................................43
Spanish River........................................43
Sturgeon Bay ........................................49
Sturgeon River .....................................43
The Massasauga ..................................49
The Pinery .............................................59
Tidewater...............................................43
Turkey Point..........................................59
Voyageur ...............................................55
Wabakimi...............................................37
Wakami Lake ........................................43
Wasaga Beach ......................................59
Wheatley................................................59
White Lake ............................................37
Windy Lake ...........................................43
Woodland Caribou .............................37
On our cover: Algonquin by Rob Stimpson
Photo credits: Joe Crowley, Wayne Eardley, Steven Kell, Mike Monaghan,
Kristian Olauson, James Smedley, Jeff Speed, Dave Sproule, Rob Stimpson,
Barry Wojciechowski
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Ontario Parks
by the numbers
98% of campers say a visit to a park
85%
provides stress relief
of operating funds
are generated from user fees,
equipment rentals and sales
15% from other sources
43% of park visits are for the day …. ……
57% are overnight
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9% of overnight visits
62%
are to the backcountry
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of campers
went for a hike
23%
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95% of campers
had a campfire
of campers
went fishing
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Ecological
Integrity
You have the most important role
in protection
Arrowhead
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Watch for wildlife!
Don’t burn down their house!
Spread the message, not disease.
Roads and cars are one of the
biggest threats to park wildlife.
Fallen wood is important habitat for
salamanders, don’t use it for campfires.
Invasive species can hitchhike – don’t
move firewood.
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100+ parks
Darlington
7,000+
campsites with electrical hookups
Many campgrounds offer comfort stations
with flush toilets, showers and laundry.
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Camping
Serviced campsites for
$41.00
/night
plus HST
Six Mile Lake
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Fees range from
$29.75 to $44.75/night
depending on services and
location.
Reserve up to 5 months in advance.
1 888 ONT PARK (1 888 668 7275)
1 519 826 5290 outside North America
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Planning a Trip
Day or Night?
Algonquin
90+ parks offer overnight camping,
but we’re also great for a day visit.
Where?
When?
What’s your park personality? Are you looking for family fun or
rugged adventure?
Most parks operate from late spring until fall and a few
are open year-round. Check individual park listings or on-line.
OntarioParks.com/park-locator
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Want to Reserve?
Campsites can be reserved 5 months in advance.
Reservations are recommended but not always required.
OntarioParks.com/reservations
1 888 668 7275 1 888 ONT PARK
Want a roof over your head?
The price to visit Ontario Parks depends on the location and
services of the park or campsite. Ontario Seniors and residents with
disabilities may be eligible for discounts.
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Know the Rules?
Ontario Parks offers a wide variety of alternate accommodations
including cottages, cabins and yurts.
Rules help to keep you safe and protect the park. Please know and
respect the rules so everyone can enjoy a visit to Ontario Parks.
OntarioParks.com/roofedaccommodation
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For more information on travel in Ontario
1 800 ONTARIO Ontariotravel.net
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Come for the day
Go for a hike
Enjoy a picnic
Relax on the beach
Rondeau
Day-use starting at
$11.25
per vehicle/day
Your valid camping permit allows day-use entry
at any Ontario provincial park.
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Starting at
$86
plus HST per night
for 4+ people
Fushimi Lake
Bon Echo
Arrowhead
Roofed accommodation
Discover the pleasures of camping,
without packing the gear.
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Grundy Lake
1 day
3 education
programs
Six Mile Lake
Bronte Creek
Go on a guided hike,
take in an evening talk,
visit a Visitor Centre.
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1,800+ km of hiking trails
Accessible trails, day hikes, overnight hikes
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1 canoe
5 adventures
Algonquin
10,000+km
Woodland Caribou
Kawartha Highlands
Obabika River
Sleeping Giant
of canoe routes
Day paddles, overnight journeys, rushing whitewater
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Lake Superior
1 winter day
3 activities
Windy Lake
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industry-"Look far the leaf" and choose Ontario Wood.
400+ km cross-country ski trails
Snowshoeing, skating, tobogganing, winter accommodation
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3 festivals
1 family
Bronte Creek
Maple Syrup Festival
March
Murphys Point
Heritage Mica Days
March to October
Marten River
Lumberjack Days
July
For more great festivals
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Ontario
Tidewater
Northwestern Ontario ........... 32
Northeastern Ontario ............ 38
Central Ontario ......................... 44
Southeastern Ontario ............ 50
Southwestern Ontario ........... 56
1 province
330+ parks
covering 8.2 million hectares
Lots to discover.
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Bass Lake
Mono
Cliffs
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Northwestern Ontario
Neys
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Fishing.
Camping dates
Laundromat
Radio-free Campsites
A way to connect at any age.
Day use dates
Roofed Accommodation
Visitor Centre
Take a friend or loved one fishing during National Fishing Week and
the Ontario Family Fishing Events.
Showers
Boat Launch
Electrical Campsites
Comfort Station
Pet Exercise Area
Backcountry Campsites
National Fishing Week
July 4-12, 2015
Celebrate recreational fishing during National Fishing
Week. Look for retailer discounts and special fishing
events, or just go fishing on your own. FREE booklet
– Catch Fishing – Your Basic “How To” Guide to
Fishing in Canada call 1-877-822-8881
www.catchfishing.com
Ontario Family Fishing Weekend,
February 14-16, 2015 and Ontario
Family Fishing Week, July 4-12, 2015
Canadian residents can fish licence-free only during
the Ontario Family Fishing Weekend and the Ontario
Family Fishing Week. Take a child to a local event or
relax by a neighbourhood stream or pond and “catch the
fun.” People without a licence must follow Conservation
Licence Limits.
www.ontariofamilyfishing.com
Follow us!
Aaron
Tel. (807) 938-6534
May 15-Sept 20 Two sandy beaches and the clear, shallow waters of Thunder
98 campsites
Lake are ideal for swimming, boating and fishing. Conveniently
located off the Trans-Canada Highway.
Blue Lake
Tel. (807) 227-2601
May 15-Sept 20 Renowned for its crystal clear waters and long sandy beach,
196 campsites
Blue Lake is an outstanding destination for camping and a variety
of water activities.
Caliper Lake
Tel. (807) 484-2181
May 15-Sept 13 Family-friendly campground located in a stand of old growth red
83 campsites
and white pine; great angling.
Kakabeka Falls
Tel. (807) 473-9231
Spectacular 40 metre high Kakabeka Falls is the second highest
vertical waterfall in Ontario. Great hiking trails in summer and
groomed cross-country ski trails in winter.
Lake Superior
Interior
Tel. (705) 856-2284
Spectacular Lake Superior coastline with aquamarine waters,
rocky cliffs, beaches and northern forest.
Lake Superior
Agawa Bay
Tel. (705) 856-2284
Spectacular Lake Superior coastline with 3 km of beach; visitor
centre is a short walk from campground.
May 15-Oct 13
All year
169 campsites
May 1-Oct 25
200 campsites
May 15-Oct 13
146 campsites
Lake Superior
Crescent Lake
Tel. (705) 856-2284
Small, rustic campground located on an inland lake. Other
June 19-Sept 13 services and amenities are available at Agawa Bay.
20 campsites
Kakabeka Falls
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Northwestern Ontario
Lake Superior
Rabbit Blanket
Lake
Tel. (705) 856-2284
Located on a small inland lake, campground offers full amenities.
MacLeod
Tel. (807) 854-0370
May 15-Sept 27 Located on a peninsula in Kenogamisis Lake; offers excellent
120 campsites
swimming and walleye and pike fishing.
Neys
Tel. (807) 229-1624
May 15-Sept 20 One of the most spectacular shorelines on Superior’s north shore;
144 campsites
hiking trails and a visitor centre that highlights the park’s history as
a POW camp.
May 15-Sept 7
45 campsites
Ouimet Canyon
May 15-Oct 12
Tel. (807) 737-2033
Tranquil and wild retreat on Little Vermilion Lake; offers a sandy
beach, good swimming and fishing.
Tel. (807) 977-2526
Panoramic views of a 150 metre wide gorge and sheer cliffs that
drop 100 metres straight down to the canyon floor.
Pakwash
Tel. (807) 222-3346
May 15-Sept 20 Secluded and serene; offers a sandy beach and shallow, warm
69 campsites
waters ideal for swimming, fishing and canoeing.
Pigeon River
All year
Quetico
Interior
All year
2,200 campsites
Tel. (807) 597-2735
Located on the threshold of the Quetico wilderness, this car
campground offers plenty of amenities and activities for the car
camper.
Rainbow Falls
Rossport
Tel. (807) 824-2298
Located in a birch grove on the edge of Lake Superior,
this small campground offers stunning views of the lake.
Rainbow Falls
Whitesand Lake
Tel. (807) 824-2298
Located 2 hours east of Thunder Bay, this family friendly
campground offers many recreational opportunities on land
and water.
Rushing River
Tel. (807) 548-4351
Popular family-camping park 2.5 hours from Winnipeg; offers
many opportunities for exploration or relaxation; gateway to
several major canoe routes.
May 15-Oct 13
All year
106 campsites
May 15-Oct 25
60 campsites
Ojibway
Quetico
Dawson Trail
Tel. (807) 473-9231
Dramatic High Falls and Middle Falls mark the divide between
Canada and the United States. Day-use park with scenic trails and
views of Lake Superior.
Tel. (807) 597-2735
Renowned for its rugged beauty; a traditional wilderness
destination for paddlers with many routes to choose from.
May 15-Oct 12
36 campsites
May 15-Sept 20
May 15-Oct 12
97 campsites
May 15-Sept 20
All year
221 campsites
Sandbar Lake
Tel. (807) 934-2995
May 15-Sept 20 Beautiful sandy beach with gently sloping swimming area;
74 campsites
gateway to challenging northern canoe routes.
Sioux Narrows
Tel. (807) 226-5223
May 15-Sept 13 Located on the shore of Lake of the Woods; offers some of the
56 campsites
best fishing in Ontario as well as boating, swimming and canoeing.
Sleeping Giant
Tel. (807) 977-2526
Breathtaking views of Lake Superior, 100 km of hiking trails and
50 km of cross-country ski trails. The visitor centre explores natural
and cultural history. Roofed accommodation is available
year-round.
Wabakimi
Tel. (807) 473-3031
Explore the tradition, challenge and rewards of paddling in a
remote location; ideal for longer trips of five days or more.
May 15-Oct 13
200 campsites
All year
All year
500 campsites
White Lake
Tel. (807) 822-2447
May 15-Sept 27 One of the largest lakes flowing into Lake Superior; warm-water
187 campsites
swimming and exceptional fishing for walleye and pike.
Woodland Caribou
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Sleeping Giant
Quetico
All year
1,500 campsites
Tel. (807) 727-1329
A paddler’s paradise in undisturbed boreal forest. Home to one of
the largest groups of woodland caribou.
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Killarney
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Camping dates
Laundromat
Radio-free Campsites
Day use dates
Roofed Accommodation
Visitor Centre
Showers
Boat Launch
Electrical Campsites
Comfort Station
Pet Exercise Area
Backcountry Campsites
Batchawana
May 8-Oct 12
Biscotasi Lake
May 1-Oct 12
7 campsites
Chutes
May 15-Oct 13
129 campsites
Esker Lakes
May 15-Sept 7
101 campsites
Fairbank
May 15-Sept 7
159 campsites
Finlayson Point
May 15-Sept 27
117 campsites
Fushimi Lake
May 15-Sept 7
45 campsites
Halfway Lake
May 15-Sept 27
221 campsites
Ivanhoe Lake
May 15-Sept 7
108 campsites
Kap-Kig-Iwan
May 15-Sept 27
32 campsites
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Tel. (705) 882-2209
Enjoy a sheltered beach on scenic Lake Superior; day-use park with
great picnic sites and stunning views.
Tel. (705) 865-2021
This island-studded lake offers flatwater paddling and great fishing.
Connect to many large lakes via a few short portages for extended
paddling trips. Access by road or train.
Tel. (705) 865-2021
Scenic views of waterfalls and a river gorge; great base for
exploring Manitoulin Island and Lake Huron’s North Channel.
Tel. (705) 568-7677
A family-friendly park with ancient glacial landscapes and boreal
forest; lakes for canoeing and fishing, trails for hiking, sandy
beaches and a range of campground facilities.
Tel. (705) 866-0530
Family-oriented park with beach and swimming close to
Sudbury attractions. An interpretive trail explains the formation of
the Sudbury Basin.
Tel. (705) 569-3205
Gateway to Temagami’s vast wilderness; a base for canoeists, hikers
and anglers. Camp beneath towering stands of white and red pine
on the shores of Lake Temagami.
Tel. (705) 372-5909
A tranquil fishing spot teeming with walleye and northern pike.
Quiet campground with sites suiting all types of campers.
Tel. (705) 965-2702
Family-oriented campground with two buoyed beaches and great
swimming. Good opportunities for day hiking and paddling that
lead to exceptional vistas.
Tel. (705) 899-2644
A great family park with a sandy beach, warm, shallow water and
fabulous sunsets. Popular for fishing.
Tel. (705) 544-1952
See waterfalls and cascades on the scenic Englehart River.
Opportunities for hiking, fishing, photography and bird-watching.
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Kettle Lakes
May 15-Oct 13
139 campsites
Killarney
George Lake
All year
128 campsites
Tel. (705) 363-3511
Twenty-two deep, spring-fed kettle lakes formed by glaciers;
excellent fishing, swimming, hiking and bike trails through pine
forest.
Tel. (705) 287-2900
An iconic wilderness landscape on Georgian Bay featuring pink
granite shorelines and the white quartzite of the La Cloche
Mountains. Open year-round and many opportunities to explore.
Killarney
Tel. (705) 287-2900
Interior, Lakelands Over 600 square kilometres of backcountry wilderness offer
Headwaters
numerous canoe routes that can be explored for a day or over a
Obabika River
Apr 24-Oct 25
105 campsites
Pancake Bay
May 1-Oct 13
328 campsites
Potholes
Jun 12-Sept 7
All year
216 campsites
week or long distance hiking on the La Cloche Silhouette Trail.
Lady EvelynSmoothwater
Tel. (705) 569-3205
Located in the heart of the Temagami region, centre of a 2,400-km
interconnected canoeing network. A spectacular wilderness area
encompassing rugged topography, clear lakes and rushing rivers.
René Brunelle
Tel. (705) 569-3205
Skilled white-water paddlers will be challenged by numerous
rapids during the high water season on this intimate headwaters
river. Access is via water or air only from Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater.
Solace
Tel. (705) 892-2200
Southern gateway to Temagami; a base for canoeists and anglers.
A replica 19th-century logging camp brings a bygone era to life.
Spanish River
Apr 24-Oct 25
142 campsites
Makobe-Grays
River
Apr 24-Oct 25
16 campsites
Marten River
May 15-Sept 27
197 campsites
Misery Bay
May 15-Sept 7
Missinaibi
May 1-Sept 20
35 campsites
Mississagi
May 15-Sept 7
60 campsites
Nagagamisis
May 15-Sept 27
107 campsites
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Tel. (705) 966-2315
Day-use park on Manitoulin Island’s southern shore. A visitor
centre and hiking trails highlight the features of this globally rare
ecosystem.
Tel. (705) 234-2222
Unparalleled fishing opportunities on Missinaibi Lake. Gateway to
the majestic and challenging Missinaibi River, a Canadian Heritage
River. Car and backcountry camping.
May 15-Sept 7
Dec 18-Mar 27
93 campsites
Apr 24-Oct 25
16 campsites
May 1-Oct 12
84 campsites
Sturgeon River
Apr 24-Oct 25
36 campsites
Tidewater
June 27-Sept 7
10 campsites
Tel. (705) 862-1203
Rugged landscape of ancient hills and clear lakes located west
of Sudbury. Offers rustic car-camping, outstanding hiking to scenic
lookouts, paddling and trout fishing.
Wakami Lake
Tel. (807) 868-2254
Anglers return year after year to this quiet northern lake that offers
walleye, northern pike and much more. Great swimming and
boating; campsites nestled in boreal forest.
Windy Lake
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May 8-Sept 27
59 campsites
May 15-Sept 7
Jan 1-Mar 20
92 campsites
Tel. (705) 569-3205
Showcases a diversity of landscapes, from island-speckled lakes, to
meandering rivers, and rocky uplands, as well as towering stands
of old growth pine. Part of the Temagami network of portages and
waterways.
Tel. (705) 882-2209
Three km of sand beach along the turquoise blue waters of Lake
Superior; hiking trails with Lake Superior vistas like the Edmund
Fitzgerald Lookout.
Tel. (705) 864-3114
Day-use park featuring distinctive “potholes” drilled by the power
of glacial meltwater. Interpretive walking trail through the boreal
forest passing miniature waterfalls.
Tel. (705) 367-2692
Four fine sandy beaches, excellent fishing, boating and swimming
all on expansive Remi Lake. Campsites for tents, trailers and RVs.
Tel. (705) 569-3205
A chain of narrow, scenic lakes that lie between forest-covered
ridges; lake-to-lake canoeing with short, rugged portages; part of
the Temagami canoe route network.
Tel. (705) 865-2021
Favourite destination for backcountry paddling with a variety of
intermediate white-water. A rugged landscape of towering pine
forests. Access by road or train.
Tel. (705) 569-3205
Beginning in the Temagami Highlands, paddlers will enjoy this
remote white-water river, with continually changing scenery, from
long slender lakes to narrow river channels, rapids and shallows.
Tel. (705) 272-7107
Camp on the edge of Ontario’s Arctic. Located in the Moose River
estuary on James Bay at the end of the Missinaibi River canoe
route.
Tel. (705) 233-2853
A large lake with excellent boating and paddling; renowned for its
walleye fishing. Variety of habitats provides opportunities for bird
watching and wildlife viewing.
Tel. (705) 966-2315
One of the most popular parks in the Sudbury region. Sandy
beaches, great swimming, water activities and fishing. Crosscountry ski and snowshoe trails and yurts available in winter.
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STORE
Camping dates
Laundromat
Radio-free Campsites
Day use dates
Roofed Accommodation
Visitor Centre
Showers
Boat Launch
Electrical Campsites
Comfort Station
Pet Exercise Area
Backcountry Campsites
Algonquin
Day-use Areas
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Four seasons of breathtaking landscapes and excellent wildlife
viewing opportunities. Enjoy the park’s many hiking and crosscountry ski trails as well as the visitor centre.
Algonquin
Backcountry
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Over 2,000 kilometres of canoe routes provide many options for
the paddling enthusiast. Head out for a couple of days or a couple
of weeks.
All year
All year
1,946 campsites
Algonquin
Achray
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Quiet campground located on the east side of Algonquin; a
April 24-Oct 12 favourite for visitors arriving from the Ottawa Valley. Perfect for
45 campsites
exploring the Barron Canyon Trail.
Algonquin
Brent
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Small, quiet campground on the north side of Algonquin. Hike the
April 24-Oct 12 Brent Crater Trail to explore an ancient meteor impact site or
30 campsites
canoe Cedar Lake, Algonquin’s second largest lake.
Algonquin
Canisbay Lake
May 14-Oct 12
242 campsites
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Located in a hardwood forest on Highway 60. This campground
offers traditional car-camping and access to paddle-in sites.
The Minnesing Mountain Bike Trail is nearby.
Algonquin
Coon Lake
Tel. (705) 633-5572
A small campground in a stand of white birch; offers basic
May 14-May 18 facilities and a beach. Located south of Highway 60. Full amenities
June 11-Sept 7 are found nearby at Rock Lake.
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Algonquin
Kearney Lake
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Located in a predominantly pine setting on Highway 60.
May 14-May 18 Campground is close to interpretive trails and a short distance
June 11-Sept 7 from the visitor centre.
104 campsites
Algonquin
Kiosk
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Located in the northwest corner of Algonquin, this small
April 24-Oct 12 campground is perfect for campers who want a quiet camping
24 campsites
experience with modest facilities.
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Algonquin
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Lake of Two Rivers The oldest of Algonquin’s campgrounds. Located on Highway 60
Grundy Lake
May 14-Oct 12
241 campsites
in a stand of white pines, it offers full camping amenities.
Tel. (705) 383-2286
Family-oriented park located just off the Trans-Canada highway
south of Sudbury. Beaches and smooth rocky shores provide
excellent swimming.
Algonquin
Mew Lake
Tel. (705) 633-5572
This campground on Highway 60 offers full-service, four-season
camping with access to hiking trails, as well as the option
of staying in a yurt.
Killbear
Tel. (705) 342-5492
Stunning Georgian Bay landscapes include rugged, rocky
shoreline and windswept pines. Great hiking, camping, base for
kayaking day trips and a visitor centre.
All year
131 campsites
Algonquin
Pog Lake
May 8-Oct 13
486 campsites
May 8-Oct 25
882 campsites
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Located on Highway 60 in a pine forest, this campground offers
May 14-May 18 full amenities, as well as easy access to the Old Railway Bike Trail.
June 11-Sept 7
286 campsites
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Algonquin
Rock Lake
May 8-Oct 13
148 campsites
Tel. (705) 633-5572
Located south of Highway 60, campers at Rock Lake can enjoy
April 24-Oct 13 hiking and cycling opportunities in addition to two beaches right
121 campsites
from the campground.
Algonquin
Tea Lake
Tel. (705) 633-5572
This small campground on Highway 60 is popular with
April 24-May 18 backpackers and canoeists heading into the interior of the
June 11-Sept 7 park.
42 campsites
Arrowhead
May 8-Oct 13
Dec 18-Mar 28
378 campsites
Bonnechere
May 15-Oct 13
128 campsites
Tel. (705) 789-5105
Large, private campsites in the heart of Muskoka. Summer hiking
and winter skiing. A camping permit allows day-use entry at
nearby Algonquin.
Tel. (613) 757-2103
A recreational park located where the historic Bonnechere River
flows into Round Lake. Trails highlight the rich natural and cultural
history of the area. Rustic cabins for rent.
Driftwood
Tel. (613) 586-2553
May 15-Sept 20 Waterfront campsites on the historic Ottawa River. Hiking,
81 campsites
boating, fishing and canoeing are popular activities; great base for
exploring the north side of Algonquin.
French River
Tel. (705) 857-1630
April 24-Oct 25 Paddle this historic waterway travelled by First Nations, explorers
230 campsites
and fur traders. Stop at the award-winning visitor centre on Hwy
69, hike the Recollet Falls Trail and take in views of the gorge.
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Tel. (705) 386-7762
June 19-Sept 27 Quiet park offering private campsites, sandy beaches and
241 campsites
lookout trail; great day-use beach. Eagle Lake is a popular fishing
spot. Stunning fall colours.
Oastler Lake
Tel. (705) 378-2401
Located minutes from Parry Sound and Georgian Bay; features
scenic waterfront campsites, hiking, biking and great fishing.
Oxtongue River –
Tel. (705) 789-5105
Ragged Falls
A short trail leads to rocky, tumbling waterfalls; located just outside
May 18-Oct 13
the West Gate of Algonquin.
Restoule
Tel. (705) 729-2010
Nestled in a picturesque setting between Stormy and Restoule
lakes; offers a variety of camping, including car, RV, walk-in and
backcountry.
Samuel de
Champlain
Tel. (705) 744-2276
Located on the historic Mattawa River fur trade route. A visitor
centre, interpretive programs and great hiking trails with scenic
views.
Six Mile Lake
Tel. (705) 756-2746
A scenic park conveniently located off Hwy 400 with tent, RV
and walk-in campsites. The park offers trails, beaches, fishing and
boating, and a canoe route linking to Georgian Bay.
Sturgeon Bay
Tel. (705) 366-2521
Situated among the 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay. Family
camping with shallow sandy beach; docking facilities available.
May 15-Oct 13
April 10-Nov 22
286 campsites
May 15-Oct 13
211 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
220 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
81 campsites
The Massasauga
Tel. (705) 378-2401
April 24-Oct 25 Water accessible campsites on Georgian Bay stretching from Parry
135 campsites
Sound to the Moon River. Hundreds of windswept islands, inland
forests and lakes. Backcountry boat mooring is available.
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Balsam Lake
Tel. (705) 454-3324
Located in the Kawarthas on the Trent-Severn Waterway. Spacious
campsites, a large sandy beach, picnic areas, boating and fishing
for walleye, bass and muskie.
Bass Lake
Tel. (705) 326-7054
Just west of Orillia, this is a popular spot for swimming, hiking,
fishing and boating. Spacious campsites accommodate tents,
trailers and RVs.
Bon Echo
Tel. (613) 336-2228
Known for Mazinaw Rock rising 100 m above Mazinaw Lake
and featuring hundreds of Aboriginal pictographs. A camping
experience for everyone: RV, car camping, backcountry, and roofed
accommodation.
Charleston Lake
Tel. (613) 659-2065
A favourite family camping destination offering swimming, boating,
fishing and wildlife viewing. Hike to the highest peak in the county.
Darlington
Tel. (905) 436-2036
Family camping close to the GTA in a natural setting. A long sandy
beach on Lake Ontario; great day-use and picnic facilities.
Emily
Tel. (705) 799-5170
Nestled in the Kawarthas, your family can enjoy large campsites
and a variety of recreational activities on the Trent-Severn
Waterway.
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Tel. (705) 653-3575
Spectacular lookout over Ranney Falls and a suspension bridge
over Trent River Gorge. A selection of wooded and open campsites
for tents, trailers and RVs.
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Tel. (613) 623-5159
Located at the junction of the meandering Carp and majestic
Ottawa rivers. Great family camping park with large campsites.
Frontenac
Tel. (613) 376-3489
Situated on the southern edge of the Canadian Shield close to
Kingston and other major cities. Open year-round for backcountry
recreation and outdoor wilderness skills courses.
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506 campsites
May 8-Sept 27
182 campsites
May 8-Oct 18
526 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
240 campsites
May 1-Oct 13
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321 campsites
Missinaibi River
May 8-Oct 13
300 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
163 campsites
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May 8-Oct 13
235 campsites
All year
48 campsites
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Kawartha
Highlands
Tel. (613) 332-3940, x 261
Enjoy solitude, tranquility and dark night skies in the largest park
south of Algonquin. Many canoeing and backcountry camping
options.
Rideau River
Lake on the
Mountain
Tel. (613) 393-3319
A deep, clear lake perched on an escarpment high above the Bay of
Quinte. A great scenic picnic spot with a spectacular vista.
Sandbanks
All year
121 campsites
May 16-Oct 12
Lake St. Peter
May 8-Oct 13
65 campsites
Mara
May 8-Sept 7
105 campsites
Tel. (613) 338-5312
Two sandy beaches and opportunities to boat, fish and hike. A
camping pass allows daily entry to nearby Algonquin or Silent Lake
Provincial Parks.
Tel. (705) 326-4451
Located south of Orillia on the eastern shore of Lake Simcoe. A
quiet park with wide, sandy beach.
Mark S. Burnham
Tel. (705) 799-5170
A day-use park; great for a quiet walk in the woods or a family
picnic. Majestic trees, amongst the oldest in Ontario.
McRae Point
Tel. (705) 325-7290
A recreational park with many amenities located on the shores
of Lake Simcoe. Pull-through sites for large and extra-large
equipment.
May 1-Oct 12
May 8-Oct 13
203 campsites
Murphys Point
Tel. (613) 267-5060
Camping on a rugged Canadian Shield landscape. Hiking and
May 8-Oct 13
Dec 12-March 13 skiing trails, cabins, boat-in sites on the Rideau Waterway. Tours of
an early 1900s mica mine and other interpretive programs.
160 campsites
North Beach
Tel. (613) 399-2030
A long, narrow sandbar separates the surf of Lake Ontario from the
sheltered waters along North Beach. Low sand dunes create excellent
picnic spots.
Petroglyphs
Tel. (705) 877-2552
Largest known concentration of Aboriginal rock carvings in
Canada. Discover the traditions of the Ojibway people at the Learning
Place.
June 19-Sept 7
May 8-Oct 12
Presqu’ile
April 25-Oct 13
All year
394 campsites
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May 8-Sept 20
184 campsites
Tel. (613) 258-2740
Family-friendly campground with a boat launch on the historic
Rideau Waterway. Shaded car and RV campsites. A beach with
shaded picnic areas, shelter and facilities for large groups.
Tel. (613) 393-3319
April 24-Oct 13 Three sandy beaches that are among the best in Canada, with
shallow waters and gradually sloping sand base; perfect for
548 campsites
families. Trails and bike paths link forests, fields, dunes and
beaches. Roofed accommodation is open year round.
Sharbot Lake
Tel. (613) 335-2814
Two beautiful, clear lakes offer great swimming, canoeing, boating
and fishing. Park your vehicle and enjoy park amenities within easy
walking distance.
Sibbald Point
Tel. (905) 722-8061
Popular camping and day-use destination on Lake Simcoe offering
spacious campsites, a large sandy beach, a boat launch and grassy
picnic areas with many amenities.
Silent Lake
Tel. (613) 339-2807
Quiet lake with a rocky shoreline and two sandy beaches. Scenic
trails for hiking, mountain biking trails and cross-country skiing.
May 8-Sept 27
178 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
All year
582 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
Dec 11-Mar 20
167 campsites
Silver Lake
Tel. (613) 268-2000
May 14-Sept 13 Located on a picturesque lake that offers great swimming,
canoeing, boating and fishing. Park amenities within easy walking
147 campsites
distance.
Voyageur
May 8-Oct 13
Dec 12-Mar 13
416 campsites
Tel. (613) 674-2825
Four beaches on the Ottawa River; marshes and inlets full of birds
and wildlife. Spacious campsites, great fishing, cross-country ski
trails.
Sibbald Point
Silent Lake
Tel. (613) 475-4324
Over 300 car camping sites in settings from shoreline to forest. A
birding migration hotspot in spring and fall. Two visitor centres
and daily summer interpretive programs.
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Southwestern Ontario
Point Farms
Tel. (519) 524-7124
Perched on a bluff with spectacular views overlooking Lake Huron.
Offering family-friendly camping experiences with swimming and
hiking.
Port Bruce
Tel. (519) 874-4691
Stop for a picnic or enjoy nearby fishing opportunities at this
beachfront park located on the shore of Lake Erie.
Port Burwell
Tel. (519) 874-4691
Family-friendly campground with a 2 km sandy beach on the
northern shore of Lake Erie. Witness the marvels of spring and fall
bird migration.
Rock Point
Tel. (905) 774-6642
Camping and beach activities close to major centres of
southwestern Ontario. Fossils from an ancient coral reef are
exposed along the beach.
Tel. (705) 435-2498
Recreational park offering all amenities including a large outdoor
swimming pool. Camping for everyone: group campsites, radiofree sites and hiking trails.
Rondeau
Tel. (519) 674-1750
World-renowned birding destination. Eleven km of sandy beach
on Lake Erie. Campers will enjoy excellent hiking, biking and water
recreation.
Forks of
the Credit
Tel. (705) 435-2498
Located on the picturesque Bruce Trail; hikers will be captivated by
the many trails and lookout as well as the scenic Credit River as it
rushes through a deep gorge.
Sauble Falls
Inverhuron
Tel. (519) 368-1959
Prized for its sandy beach, dunes and glorious sunsets; also
includes a wetland and a young hardwood forest.
Selkirk
Tel. (905) 776-2600
A quiet campground on Lake Erie close to the charming town of
Port Dover. A large day-use picnic area.
Tel. (519) 874-4691
Experience an 1850s homestead at this day-use park. Enjoy a walk
and excellent birding opportunities through Carolinian forest.
The Pinery
Tel. (519) 243-2220
Provincially significant coastal sand dunes with rare ecosystems
and species. Nine km of sand beach on Lake Huron; recreational
opportunities on the beach, campgrounds and park trails.
Turkey Point
Tel. (519) 426-3239
The only Ontario park with a golf course. A family-friendly beach
on Lake Erie: shallow water with no undertow.
Awenda
May 8-Oct 13
All year
333 campsites
Bronte Creek
April 3-Oct 25
All year
145 campsites
Tel. (705) 549-2231
Dramatic scenery on the southern shores of Georgian Bay. Private
and shaded campsites and many kilometres of summer and winter
trails.
Tel. (905) 827-6911
Great place for camping close to home or a day visit to the
Children’s Farm. Seasonal fun includes huge outdoor pool, ice rink
and special events at an 1890s farmhouse.
Craigleith
Tel. (705) 445-4467
April 10-Oct 25 Located on the southern shore of Georgian Bay at the base of Blue
Mountain. A camping permit allows daily access to Wasaga Beach.
157 campsites
Earl Rowe
May 8-Oct 13
400 campsites
All year
May 8-Oct 13
240 campsites
John E. Pearce
June 5-Oct 12
Long Point
May 8-Oct 13
250 campsites
Tel. (519) 586-2133
Over 1.5 km of sandy beach on the warm waters of Lake Erie;
excellent fishing and boating. A stopover for migrating birds and
waterfowl.
MacGregor Point
Tel. (519) 389-9056
An all-season park on a 7 km stretch of coast just south of Port Elgin.
Well-known for its birding opportunities and interpretive programs.
Mono Cliffs
Tel. (705) 435-2498
Located on the Niagara Escarpment, including a section of the
Bruce Trail; several trails meander through this picturesque day-use
park.
All year
360 campsites
All year
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232 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
177 campsites
April 3-Oct 25
All year
262 campsites
Tel. (519) 422-1952
April 24-Oct 25 The perfect base camp for visits to nearby Sauble Beach and to
152 campsites
explore the Bruce Peninsula. Great picnicking site and excellent
fishing.
May 8-Sept 7
151 campsites
All year
1,000 campsites
May 8-Oct 13
235 campsites
Wasaga Beach
Tel. (705) 429-2516
The longest freshwater beach in the world attracts thousands of
April 1-Oct 12
Dec 11-March 20 beach-goers. A new welcome centre celebrates natural and
cultural history of area.
Wheatley
Tel. (519) 825-4659
April 10-Oct 13 Ontario’s most southern provincial park, at the same latitude as
northern California. Campgrounds in a wooded Carolinian
220 campsites
forest; 2 km of sandy beach.
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