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Alerts in Parks

Park alerts include fire bans, boil water advisories, prohibited activities and general park notices.

Aaron Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Provoking Falls Bridge Closure:
- The Provoking Falls bridge on the Highland Backpacking Trail is CLOSED due to safety concerns. The bridge has been removed. A re-route has been posted and provided, it will add an additional 2.5 km.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Office Closures

-Opeongo Access Point:
For backcountry users beginning or ending their trip at Lake Opeongo (Access Point 11), please note that from the 2026 season onward the Opeongo Access Point Office will be closed. Visitors requiring information can visit the Opeongo Store, or for information and permits they can visit the East or West Gates, call the information line at: 705-633-5572, or utilize the complimentary Wi-Fi.

-Lake of Two Rivers Campground Office:
Please note that from the 2026 season onward the Lake of Two Rivers Campground Office will be closed. Visitors requiring information, permits, or firewood can visit the Mew Lake Campground Office, or call the information line at: 705-633-5572.

-Kawawaymog (Round) Lake Access Point
For backcountry users beginning or ending their trip at Kawawaymog Lake (Access Point 1), please note that from the 2026 season onward, the Kawawaymog Access Point Office will be closed. Visitors requiring information can call the Algonquin Information Line at: 705-633-5572, or utilize the complimentary Wi-Fi at the Kawawaymog Access Point.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Hiking trails
- Expect spring conditions on our hiking trails.
- Closed: Whiskey Rapids Trail is closed due to flooding and trail erosion.
- Trails with flooded sections: Mizzy Lake Trail is flooded between posts 3 and 4

Access Points
Expect spring conditions on access point roads, please drive with caution.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Boil Water

Location: East Beach, Kearney Lake Campground, Lake of Two Rivers Campground, Pog Lake Campground - A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

East Gate Office:
--Daily: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

West Gate Office:
--Daily: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Visitor Centre:
- Daily: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friends of Algonquin Park Bookstore & Nature Shop, Algonquin Art Room, viewing deck, exhibits, and a dining area with coffee, cold drinks and snacks.

Mew Lake Campground Office:
- Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Friday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sand Lake Gate Access Point Office:
--Monday–Thursday : 9:00am - 5:00pm
--Friday–Sunday: 7:00am –7:00pm.

Achray/Grand Lake Access Point Office:
--Monday– Friday : 10:00am - 6:00pm
--Saturday – Sunday: 7:00am –10:00pm.

Shall Lake Access Point Office:
- Friday - Tuesday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Wednesday - Thursday: Closed

Canoe Lake Access Point Office:
Daily: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Kearney/Magnetawan Access Point Office:
-Daily: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Brent Office:
-Daily: 8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Kiosk Office:
-Daily: 8:00 am - 3:45 pm

Rock Lake Office
--Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
--Friday – Saturday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Canisbay Lake Office
--Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
--Friday – Saturday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Pog Lake Campground Office
--Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
--Friday – Saturday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Trailer Sanitation Stations
- Minnesing (km 23): Open
- Sunday Lake (km 35.6): Open
- Rock Lake: Open

Firewood
- Firewood is only available for purchase during office hours.

For Highway 60 Corridor Campgrounds: If you need assistance in a campground and would like to speak to a Park Warden with questions or a complaint, you can call or text them at:

Canisbay Lake and Tea Lake Campgrounds 416-270-5137
Mew Lake and Lake of Two Rivers Campgrounds 705-571-3528
Pog Lake, Kearney Lake and Whitefish Campgrounds 705-571-3621
Rock lake and Raccoon Lake Campgrounds 705-571-1574

Arrowhead Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that electrification of existing campsites is underway this winter and spring at Arrowhead Provincial Park. During this period, Ontario Parks will not be accepting reservations for sites being upgraded in the Lumby, East River, and Roe campgrounds.
We encourage you to set reservation availability notifications, as we anticipate accepting bookings in late spring or early summer. Thank you for your patience as we make these enhancements to improve our infrastructure and better serve our park visitors.

Arrowhead Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

EAST RIVER CAMPGROUND
We are investing in the construction of a new comfort station this season in East River Campground (campsites 200–351) at Arrowhead Provincial Park. Visitors may encounter construction zones and noise from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
The Comfort Station between campsites 244 and 262 in East River Campground will be closed for construction. The nearest operating comfort station will be located at the entrance to East River Campground.
To facilitate this work, campsite closures have been put in place.

Blue Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Bon Echo Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Abes and Essens Hiking Trail Closures
Notice: Loop 3 (Abes) of the Abes and Essens Hiking Trail is CLOSED between campsites 529 and 530 due to storm damage. All 5 campsites on the trail remain open.

Bon Echo Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Notice:
The Pet Exercise Trail and the South Beach Parking Area will be closed for the 2026 season due to park campground expansion project. For South beach access please park at the Main Beach or Bon Echo Creek trail parking, and access across the foot bridge.

Bonnechere Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Only one vehicle is permitted to park on each campsite. Additional vehicles must purchase a permit at the park store and park off-site in a designated parking area.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The recreation complex, including the pool, tennis courts and volleyball courts served park visitors for 35 years. The infrastructure requires significant repairs, and this has provided us with an opportunity to create sustainable recreational opportunities for the community of today and for the next 35 years. We appreciate your patience as a construction project of this size involves many steps, and we want to ensure the final product meets the high standards our visitors have come to expect. We must consider energy efficiencies, environmental impact, accessibility, technology and health and safety.

The pool will remain closed for the summer of 2026 as the project progresses.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Park Notice

Obtain your daily vehicle permit up to five days in advance to guarantee your day use spot at this park. Visit the Ontario Parks day use page to learn more.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Warning

Ticks are found on this landscape.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Warning

Poison ivy is found on this landscape.

Chutes Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Beach closed due to high water levels

Craigleith Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The central comfort station is closed until further notice due to a maintenance issue. Please refer to the park map to find other nearby comfort stations. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Craigleith Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Attention park visitors! The park has planted 500 trees in the West and Central areas (Area A - Area C). The trees that have been planted are surrounded by cages. Please do not disturb the trees or cages. If you have any inquiries please call the park office at (705)445-4467.

Driftwood Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that Driftwood Provincial Park is expanding their recreational opportunities this season by creating additional campsites. During this period, Ontario Parks will not be accepting reservations for sites being upgraded in the Brumm and Ottawa East campgrounds.
We encourage you to set reservation availability notifications, as we anticipate accepting bookings in late spring or early summer. Thank you for your patience as we make these enhancements to improve our infrastructure and better serve our park visitors.

Esker Lakes Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.

Fitzroy Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Comfort Station Construction: We are investing in the construction of a new comfort station this season in Two Rivers campground at Fitzroy Provincial Park. To facilitate this work, campsite closures have been put in place for the fall. We appreciate your patience while we improve our infrastructure to create a better experience for visitors.

Fitzroy Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please note that due to seasonal flooding, the park's boat launch and Carp River trail are temporarily closed. Stay tuned for updates or call the park at 613-623-5159.

French River Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Due to ongoing flooding of the river, opening of Zones 2-9 within the French River Provincial Park backcountry has been delayed until May 22, 2026. Zone 1 is open as of May 15, 2026. Affected reservation holders will be contacted.

Fushimi Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Camping is prohibited.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No campfires or open fires are permitted at any time.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No littering

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No hunting

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No horse back riding

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No alcohol

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No mechanized travel

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Park Notice

This is a non-operating park. There are no facilities or activities at this park.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

There is no parking available at this park.

Halfway Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Camping is prohibited.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No campfires or open fires are permitted at any time.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No littering

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No hunting

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No horse back riding

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No alcohol

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No mechanized travel

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice

This is a non-operating park. There are no facilities or activities at this park.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice

There is limited parking at this park.

Ivanhoe Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.

Kettle Lakes Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.

Killarney Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The campground water system, including the comfort station and trailer dump-and-fill station, has been shut down for the winter. Potable water and flush toilets will remain available at the park office 24/7 through the winter.

Killarney Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Due to the popularity of The Crack trail and Chikanishing trail, campsite holders must have a valid permit for these trails. Visitors with a current campsite reservation should inform gate staff of their plans to hike The Crack or Chikanishing upon check-in, so staff may issue the appropriate day-permit at no additional charge.

Killarney Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Notice - Please note that Chikanishing Creek Road will be closed for emergency repairs.

Killbear Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Discovery Centre Hours
Thursday to Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Nature Shoppe Hours
Thursday to Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays

La Cloche Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Heaven's Gate trail is closed on west side and there is no access available from Fort La Cloche.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice

Wildlife monitoring cameras or ecological monitoring devices are in use. Any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s photo policy (under development). Please contact the park superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic. Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Dogs:

Agawa Rock is an active sacred site. Local Indigenous communities/First Nations have requested that dogs not be present at the Agawa Rock Pictographs, for cultural reasons. Visitors intending to bring their dog are advised to bring another human companion to take turns waiting with the dog while the other person walks down to the pictographs site. There are benches available near the Agawa Rock trailhead where visitors can alternate waiting with their dog. Dogs are permitted on other park trails, provided they are kept on a leash not exceeding 2 meters.

Off-leash Pet Exercise Areas are located at Agawa Bay north of the campground, near the Visitor Centre, and at the north end of Old Woman Bay. Please note that the beach directly in front of the Agawa Bay Campground, Katherine Cove, and the area south of the Pet Exercise Area at Old Woman Bay are designated as Swimming Areas. Pets are not permitted past the treeline in these areas, even if they are on a leash.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Photography / Digital device use:

In order to respect the spiritual and ceremonial dignity of the Agawa Rock Pictographs, photography and the use of digital devices is not permitted at this sacred site. Visitors are asked to keep cell phones in their pockets at the site. Photography is permitted throughout the rest of the park.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

Location: Rabbit Blanket - The opening of the campground(s) listed has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage. This closure only impacts the campsites in the Rabbit Blanket Campground. The Rabbit's Burrow roofed accommodation is not impacted.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of the backcountry has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

SPRING OFFICE HOURS:

Park Office (Red Rock Lake): Open daily from 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Visitor Centre (Agawa Bay): Open daily from 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Campground Gatehouses (Agawa Bay & Rabbit Blanket Lake): Closed until Friday, June 26, 2026. Please register/check-in at the Park Office or Visitor Centre.

LATE ARRIVALS:

Visitors with camping reservations arriving after office hours may head directly to their campsite and check-in the following morning when offices open. Please note that a physical permit must be displayed on all vehicles at Lake Superior Provincial Park.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

NOTICE:

Please be advised that the Agawa Rock Pictographs Trail is closed to the public until May 22nd, 2026.

This is to allow for private Indigenous Ceremonies at this sacred site.

We thank you in advance for respecting this closure.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Boil Water

Location: Agawa Bay, Rabbit Blanket Campground - A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

McRae Point Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

McRae Pt provides ideal habitat for the Canada Goose. The Day Use Area and other grassed areas of the park are regularly used by these animals for foraging. Park Staff take measures to discourage and clean up in response to their presence. Recreational Water testing is conducted regularly and as per legislation. Any alert that results from that testing is updated immediately. Adverse test results from the swimming area are not common but do occur periodically.

Michipicoten Island Provincial Park - Park Notice

Wildlife monitoring cameras or ecological monitoring devices are in use. Any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s photo policy (under development). Please contact the park superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic. Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

Missinaibi Provincial Park - Boil Water

Drinking Water Advisory in effect. DO NOT drink water from the affected water supply. Do not use water for preparing food or baby formula, brushing teeth, washing fruits and vegetables, and making ice or beverages. USE an alternate source of safe drinking water, such as bottled water.

Nagagamisis Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.

Neys Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Ojibway Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Pakwash Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Pancake Bay Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The Nature Trail is temporarily closed while Park Staff conduct trail maintenance.

Pancake Bay Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The Tower Trail Loop of the Edmund Fitzgerald Trail System is permanently closed.

The Lookout and Pancake Falls Trail of the Edmund Fitzgerald Trail System remain open to the public.

Pinery Provincial Park - Park Notice

Wildlife monitoring cameras or ecological monitoring devices are in use. Any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s photo policy (under development). Please contact the park superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic. Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

Port Burwell Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

P4 and P5 Day Use and Beach areas are without running water. Hand sanitizer has been provided at the vault washrooms.

Port Burwell Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Day Use areas P4 and P5 are currently closed due to flooding.

Port Burwell Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The Leander Campground and Comfort Station are without running water. The campground and comfort station will remain closed until water service is restored. Visitors can continue to use comfort stations and water taps in the Iroquois or Alzora Campgrounds.

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that the beach is closed for kiteboarding/windsurfing/wing foiling from May 1st - June 10th annually. This is in an effort to prevent disturbance to migrating shorebirds.

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Access to High Bluff Island, Gull Island and the waters 200 metres from their shorelines is prohibited each year from March 10th to September 10th inclusive.

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that beginning March 16, the main road into the park and day use loop will undergo ongoing road-side construction. Work is expected to continue throughout the 2026 camping season. Visitors may experience traffic delays, construction noise, and temporary detours during this period. We kindly ask that all drivers remain patient and follow posted signage and staff direction. For everyone’s safety, pedestrians and cyclists should use extra caution when moving throughout construction zones.

Thank you for your understanding as we work to improve the park experience for all.

Presqu'ile Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that starting March 19th, 2026 the walking pathway from the “Trail Parking” area to the intersection of Newcastle and Pioneer trails, including the adjacent field area, will be closed until further notice. This closure is for the safety of our staff and visitors due to on-going area construction. The parking area is still open during this time.
If you wish to utilize the trail system, parking is available by nearby access points at the Camp Office, Nature Centre and Lighthouse Centre.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Quetico Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Quetico Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Due to late ice out the following entry stations will not be fully staffed and operational until May 22nd, 2026:


-Cache Bay
-Prairie Portage
-Lac La Croix
-Beaverhouse.


All reservation holders for these entry stations between May 15th-21st will be contacted directly.

Dawson Trail Campground and Atikokan Entry will open on time.


In an effort to accommodate anyone who has made reservations, we will not be delaying openings, however:


-All reservations need to be finalized (# of nights and party members) prior to arrival in the park by going online or by contacting our call centre at 1-888-668-7275
-All arrivals will be automatically checked in on the day of the arrival. Your confirmation letter will serve as your permit, make sure to have a digital copy saved or a physical copy with you during your trip.
-Conditions are still unknown on some lakes and you may encounter ice. Please ensure you have alternate plans for your trip routes as well as have your own emergency contacts in place.
-If there are any questions, please call our Quetico Information Line at 807-597-2735


If you would like to cancel or change your reservation please contact our call centre at 1-888-668-7275 (open daily; 7am-9pm ET) and speak with a reservation agent. No change or cancellation fees will apply.

Rainbow Falls Provincial Park - Boil Water

Location: Whitesand Lake Campground - A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

René Brunelle Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.

Rock Point Provincial Park - Boil Water

Location: Entire Park - A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Rondeau Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The Rondeau Provincial Park pier suffered ice damage in January of 2014. For public safety reasons, the pier remains closed until further notice.

Rondeau Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The Marsh Tower and boardwalk were severely damaged by ice sheer. For public safety reasons, both the Marsh Tower and boardwalk were removed until further notice. Options for rehabilitation of the Marsh Tower and boardwalk are currently being explored.

Rondeau Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The playground at Rondeau Provincial Park did not meet the current Canadian Standards for public-use playground equipment and due to safety concerns was removed at the end of 2025. We recognize the significance of this recreational feature to our visitors, and we appreciate your understanding and patience as the ministry reviews options and determines next steps.

Rushing River Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Babawasse Campground, including electrical service, running water and the Comfort Station, is open for camping as of May 8, 2026.

The Visitor Centre remains open and continues to operate as both a museum and visitor information/check-in location.

The Park Store remains open, offering rentals, firewood, ice and merchandise sales.

Recreational areas and facilities open in 2026 include:
• Moore Lake, including our day-use area
• Bagwa and the Babawasse Campground beach
• Access to the Amable du Fond River towards Campion Rapids.
• Long Lake and the Mattawa River access/boat launch
• Trailer fill and dump station

A limited number of hiking trails will open, as trail maintenance efforts will be ongoing throughout the summer.

Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

As a result of the microburst in June 2025, many areas of Samuel de Champlain experienced significant damage, including trees, roadways and other critical infrastructure. For safety reasons, certain sections of the park have been closed in the interim (including some hiking trails, roads, campgrounds, etc.). Most notably, the entire west side of the park which includes Jingwakoki Campground will remain closed to the public at this time.

Restoration efforts throughout the entire park are ongoing and may cause noise and intermittent disruptions. Please respect all closures and maintain a safe distance from work crews to ensure everyone's safety. We appreciate everyone's understanding and patience during this period.

Please continue to check our Alerts page on our website for updates and notifications (i.e. boil water advisories, fire bans, etc.). http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/samueldechamplain/alerts

Ontario Parks staff will also be updating our social media accounts:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamueldeChamplainPP
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samueldechamplainpp/

Sandbanks Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

This season, we are investing in the electrification of existing campsites in Richardson’s and Outlet A Campground as well as updating select comfort stations in Outlet A Campground to improve comfort, accessibility, and the overall visitor experience. To facilitate this work, campsite closures have been put in place and visitors may encounter construction zones and noise. We encourage you to set reservation availability notifications, so you are notified when they are available for booking.

To help mitigate the impact of these necessary closures, the opening of Outlet “B” and Cedars Campground have been moved up to April 24th, 2026. Thank you for your patience as we make these enhancements to improve our infrastructure and better serve our park visitors.

Sandbar Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Sandbar Lake Provincial Park has been evacuated
and temporarily closed due to
increased risk from nearby forest
fire activity.

Public safety is our top priority. We
will reopen the park as soon as it
is safe to do so. We will be
reassessing again on 19 May 2026 if
further cancellations are required.

Please visit https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/sandbarlake/alerts
for updates.

Affected campsite
reservation holders will be
given a full refund or the opportunity to
change their reservation (on availability)
with no penalty.

To receive a penalty-free refund,
please call our reservations team
at 1-888-668-7275; do not cancel
or change reservations online.

Sharbot Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Sharbot Lake Provincial Park is currently experiencing technical difficulties with our main phone lines.
If you have any questions or require information during regular business hours, you can reach us by calling our temporary phone number: 613 335 3060.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No alcohol

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No mechanized travel

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No littering

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No hunting

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Camping is prohibited.

Short Hills Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Short Hills Provincial Park - Warning

Ticks are found on this landscape.

Short Hills Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Japanese Stiltgrass, a shade-tolerant invasive annual grass of forests, wetlands, damp fields, lawns, trails and roadside ditches has been identified in Short Hills Provincial Park

Please refer to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) website and park kiosks for additional information and pictures.

https://inspection.gc.ca/plants/plant-pests-invasive-species/invasive-plants/fact-sheets/japanese-stiltgrass/eng/1331745159167/1331745245097

Why it’s a problem
Japanese stiltgrass can form dense stands that outcompete native vegetation. It reduces the regeneration of native woody species and the overall biodiversity of the invaded ecosystem.

What it looks like
Japanese stiltgrass is a sprawling grass. Stems are 40-120 cm long and 1-1.5 mm thick. The lower portion of the plant is prostrate while the upper portions and flowering branches are erect. It roots at its stem nodes. Leaf blades are pale green, narrowly elliptic, 4–9 cm long and 5–15 mm wide, with a characteristic shiny midrib. Leaf sheaths are shorter than internodes. Inflorescences are terminal racemes, 3-9 cm in length.

Where it’s found
Native to Asia, this species has naturalized in the eastern U.S. and continues to spread in the northeast. One small population of Japanese stiltgrass has been confirmed and is under official control in southern Ontario.

How it spreads
Fruits and seeds are dispersed by water and can attach to clothing or animal fur. Bird seed, soil, nursery stock, hay, muddy tires, equipment, vehicles, and footwear are additional means of dispersal. Seeds can persist in the soil for as long as five years.

Regulations
Japanese stiltgrass is regulated as a pest in Canada under the Plant Protection Act. The species is prohibited and therefore importation and domestic movement of regulated plants and their propagative parts is not permitted. If found, regulatory action can be taken.

Similar species
Japanese stiltgrass is similar to the North American native white cutgrass (Leersia virginica). However, distinctive traits of Japanese stiltgrass include hairless nodes, smaller leaf blades, purple fall colouration, and a shinier blade midrib. Moreover, Japanese stiltgrass is an annual weed with fibrous roots and a spike-like inflorescence, whereas Leersia species have rhizomes and a panicle type of inflorescence. Japanese stiltgrass may also be mistaken for another North American native, deertongue panicgrass (Dichanthelium clandestinum), as well as for small carpetgrass (Arthraxon hispidus).

What to do about it
Please contact your local CFIA office if you think you have found Japanese stiltgrass or other regulated invasive plants. The CFIA will follow-up to determine if further action is needed.

*Invasive plants are plant species that can be harmful when introduced into new areas. These species can invade agricultural and natural areas, causing serious damage to Canada's economy and environment. To find out more, visit www.inspection.gc.ca/invasive or contact CFIA’s Invasive Alien Species and Domestic Programs section at cfia.ias-eee.acia@canada.ca. To find your area or regional CFIA office, visit http://www.inspection.gc.ca/about-the-cfia/offices/eng/1313255382836/1313256130232

Short Hills Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

The East loop and the North section of the Terrace creek trail is closed due to unsafe trail conditions. The South Terrace Creek trail which connects to Black Walnut remains open at this time.

Short Hills Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Trail Alert: Swayze Falls Lookout Platform Closure

Please be advised that the lookout platform at Swayze Falls Trail is temporarily closed to facilitate necessary inspections and repairs.

At this time, there is no estimated timeline for completion. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

For updates, please check posted signage or contact park staff.

Sioux Narrows Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Sleeping Giant Provincial Park - Park Notice

Wildlife monitoring cameras or ecological monitoring devices are in use. Any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s photo policy (under development). Please contact the park superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic. Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

Sleeping Giant Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Thunder Bay Lookout Road - CLOSED DUE TO POOR ROAD CONDITIONS

Voyageur Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Park Store Update for the 2026 Season
The Park Store will no longer be operating a hot food kitchen for cooked meals. The store will continue to offer snacks, coffee, cold food items, and basic camping essentials. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead for meals during their visit.

Wabakimi Provincial Park - Park Notice

Wildlife monitoring cameras or ecological monitoring devices are in use. Any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s photo policy (under development). Please contact the park superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic. Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

Wakami Lake Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

White Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

White Lake Provincial Park - Boil Water

A boil water advisory is in effect. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and infant formula, and brushing teeth.

Windy Lake Provincial Park - Delayed Opening

The opening of this park has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.

Beach Postings

A "posting" is an indication of elevated bacteria levels in the water, not intended as an indication of operational status.

Park / Beach Name Sample Date Open / Posted
Aaron
East Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Aaron
Main Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Achray - East		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Achray - West		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Canisbay Campground "A"		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Canisbay Day Use "B"		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
East Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Kearney Lake		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Kiosk Access		 August 18, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Mew Lake		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Pog Lake A		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Pog Lake C		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Raccoon Lake		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Rock Lake A		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Rock Lake B		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Tea Lake Camp.		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Two Rivers Camp.		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Two Rivers Picnic		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Whitefish GC		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 1 - Roe		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 2 - Day Use		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 3 - Lumby		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Arrow Lake
Campground Beach		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 1		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 2		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 3		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 4		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Balsam Lake
Balsam Lake Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bass Lake
Bass Lake Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Batchawana Bay
Batchawana Bay Beach		 August 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Blue Lake
Blue Lake Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
New Beach		 September 10, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
North Beach (Campers)		 September 10, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
South Beach (Main)		 September 10, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bonnechere
Bonnchere Beach		 September 23, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bonnechere
Bonnchere Beach		 September 23, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Caliper Lake
Caliper Lake Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Charleston Lake
Campers		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Charleston Lake
Day Use		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Chutes
Chutes Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Darlington
Lake Ontario Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Driftwood
Day Use Beach		 August 29, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Emily
Campers Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Esker Lakes
Campers		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Esker Lakes
Day Use		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Fairbank
Main - Day Use		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Fairbank
Small - Campground		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Finlayson Point
Beach 1 - Blue		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Finlayson Point
Beach 2 - Red		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Fitzroy
Campers Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Fitzroy
Public Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Fushimi Lake
Fushimi Lake Beach		 August 6, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Balsam Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Main Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Poplar Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Red Maple Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Trailer Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
White Birch Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Halfway Lake
Main Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Inverhuron
Inverhuron Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Ivanhoe Lake
Ivanhoe Lake Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Kakabeka Falls
Beach 1		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Green Lake		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Island Lake		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Slab Lake		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killarney
East Beach (Main)		 July 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killarney
West Beach (2nd)		 August 6, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Blinds Bay		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Granite Saddle		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Harold Point		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Kilcoursie Bay		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Lighthouse		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Lake St. Peter
Campers		 August 6, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Lake St. Peter
Day Use		 August 6, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Agawa Bay		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Katherine Cove		 July 22, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Old Woman Bay		 August 12, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Long Point
New Park		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Long Point
Old Park		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
MacGregor Point
Campers		 July 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
MacLeod
MacLeod Beach		 September 8, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Mara
Mara Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Assinika Beach		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Chicot Beach		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Main Beach (Day Use)		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
McRae Point
McRae Point Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Mikisew
Beach 1 - North		 August 13, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Mikisew
Beach 2 - Centre		 August 13, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Mikisew
Beach 3 - Day Use		 August 13, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Missinaibi
Missinaibi Lake Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Mississagi
Semiwhite Lake		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Murphys Point
Campers (Hoggs Bay)		 September 1, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Murphys Point
Day Use		 September 1, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Nagagamisis
Nagagmisis Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Neys
Beach 1		 August 12, 2025 No beach posting at this time
North Beach
Lake Ontario Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
North Beach
North Beach		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Oastler Lake
Oastler Lake Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Ojibway
Ojibway Beach		 July 30, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Pakwash
Beach 1		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Pancake Bay
Pancake Bay Beach		 August 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Pinery
The Pinery Beach		 August 28, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Point Farms
Point Farms Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Port Bruce
Port Bruce Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Port Burwell
Port Burwell Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Presqu'ile
Presqu'ile Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Quetico
Beach 1		 September 24, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Quetico
Beach 2		 September 24, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
East Beach		 August 12, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
Rossport (Superior)		 August 12, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
West Beach		 August 12, 2025 No beach posting at this time
René Brunelle
First Beach (Campers - A)		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
René Brunelle
Phipps Point - B (Day Use Area)		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Restoule
Little Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Restoule
Main Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rideau River
East Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rideau River
Main Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rock Point
Rock Point Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Lake Erie		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Rondeau Bay		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Visitors Centre		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
North Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
South Main Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
South Small Beach		 July 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Samuel de Champlain
Babawasse		 June 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Samuel de Champlain
Jingwakoki		 June 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Samuel de Champlain
Main Beach		 June 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Dunes Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Lakeshore Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Outlet Beach		 August 27, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sandbar Lake
Main Beach		 September 8, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Selkirk
Selkirk Beach		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sharbot Lake
Beach 1 (2-6)		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sharbot Lake
Beach 2 (7-11)		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sibbald Point
Main Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Silent Lake
Day Use		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Silent Lake
Pincer Bay		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Silver Falls
Campground Beach		 August 19, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Silver Lake
Day Use		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Silver Lake
Main Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sioux Narrows
Beach 1		 July 14, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Six Mile Lake
Birch Beach		 August 29, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Six Mile Lake
Maple Beach		 August 29, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sleeping Giant
Main Beach		 August 4, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay Beach		 July 7, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Turkey Point
Beach 1		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Turkey Point
Normandale Beach		 August 25, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Champlain (Beach 1)		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Day Use - New (Beach 3-Boat Rental)		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Day Use - Old (Beach 2)		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Iroquois ( Beach 4)		 August 26, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Wakami Lake
Day Use Beach		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Wasaga Beach
Zone A (A1-A13)		 August 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Wasaga Beach
Zone B (B1-B12)		 August 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Wasaga Beach
Zone C (C1-C5)		 August 21, 2025 No beach posting at this time
White Lake
Beach 2 - Day Use		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
White Lake
Beach 3 - Sundew		 August 11, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Windy Lake
Day Use Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Windy Lake
Day Use Beach		 September 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time