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Algonquin Provincial Park - Boil Water

Location: Pog Lake Campground, Raccoon Lake Campground, Rock 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.

Canisbay Lake Office:
- Daily: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Mew Lake Campground Office:
- Daily: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Pog Lake Campground Office:
- Daily: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Rock Lake Office:
- Daily: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm

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

Shall Lake Access Point Office:
- Friday - Tuesday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday – Thursday: Closed

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

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

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

Brent Office:
- Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am – 7:30 pm
- Sunday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Kiosk Office:
- Sunday to Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday and Saturday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

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

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Closed Trails:
- Minnesing Bike Trail

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

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

In the event of a medical emergency or critical incident, please contact 911.

For general inquiries please call our information line: 705-633-5572
This phone line is answered Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm eastern standard time. Please note this mailbox is not monitored over the weekend.

Algonquin Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Backcountry

- The Highview Cabin will be closed for the 2026 season for repairs and maintenance.

- 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.

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.

Bass Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Blue-green algae (BGA) is a naturally occurring organism found in many water bodies, including many areas of Bass Lake.
If a BGA bloom is confirmed and affects the Bass Lake Provincial Park swimming area, Ontario Parks will work with partner agencies to issue advisories and alerts to help inform the public.
Visitors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with information about blue-green algae and follow recommended precautions.

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.

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.

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 - Warning

Poison ivy is found on this landscape.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Warning

Ticks are found on this landscape.

Bronte Creek Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

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 - 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.

Charleston Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Tallow Rock Bay Trail – Slim Bay Bridge Removal & Closure
The Slim Bay Bridge on the Tallow Rock Bay east trail was badly damaged over the winter and has now been removed from service.
The bridge will not be in place for the remainder of the 2026 operating season.
As there is no longer a bridge, the 10 km loop on the Tallow Rock Bay Trail is no longer available.
Interior campers travelling to Slim Bay campsites will now have a 7 km hike to access the sites. Sites are still accessible by water; however, motorboats are not permitted in Slim Bay.
Interior campers travelling to the Hidden Cove site will have a 6 km hike to access the site.

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.

Fairbank Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Due to a water line break in the campground, some water pedestals have been turned off. The fill and dump station remains unaffected by this. Please contact the park for further details.

Fairbank Provincial Park - Park Notice

Cell phone reception may be unreliable throughout this park. Plan ahead before arriving and check the local weather forecast prior to your visit.

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.

Fushimi 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.

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.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No littering

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Camping is prohibited.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No mechanized travel

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No alcohol

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No horse back riding

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No campfires or open fires are permitted at any time.

Gibson River Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No hunting

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Park Notice

There is limited parking at this park.

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 - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No mechanized travel

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No littering

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No campfires or open fires are permitted at any time.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No alcohol

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No horse back riding

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Camping is prohibited.

Hardy Lake Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No hunting

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.

Kopka River 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.

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 - 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 - 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 - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

Lake Superior Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

NOTICE: Road Closure / Partial Backcountry Closure

Please be advised that Gargantua Road is closed for maintenance.

As a result, the following access points along Gargantua Road will not be accessible until further notice:
- Belanger Lake
- Gargantua Lake
- Miron Lake
- Buckshot Lake
- Gargantua Bay

Campsites in the following Coastal Trail zones will also be temporarily closed:
- Chalfant Cove
- Chair Island
- Warp Bay
- Gargantua North
- Gargantua South
- Rhyolite Cove
- Mermaid Lagoon

Check back for updates.

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.

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.

North Beach Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

As of June 6, park access will be controlled by automatic gates. To access the park, please have your digital or printed confirmation/permit ready and scan the barcode to open the gates at the entrance. The gate barcode is located on the first page of the emailed confirmation and can also be accessed from your Ontario Parks reservation service account.

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 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.

Pancake Bay Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

We are investing in the construction of a new roofed accommodation this season in the Camp Cabin area. Visitors may encounter construction zones and noise from 8am to 5pm daily.
Pancake Bay Provincial Park estimates the work will begin in June and conclude in the fall of 2026.

Pancake Bay Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

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

Petroglyphs Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Photography / Digital device use:
In order to respect the spiritual and ceremonial dignity of the Petroglyphs site, photography and the use of digital devices is not permitted at the glyph site. Visitors are asked to keep cell phones in their pockets at the site. Photography is permitted throughout the rest of the park.

Dogs:
The indigenous community has requested that dogs not be present at the Petroglyphs site. Visitors intending to bring their dog are advised to bring another human companion to take turns waiting with the dog while the other person enters the Visitor Centre or walks down to the glyph site. There are benches available 100m up the path from glyph site where visitors can alternate waiting with their dog. Dogs are permitted throughout the rest of the park as long as they are on leash and under control.

Swimming:
In order to protect the fragile ecosystem of this unique lake, swimming is prohibited at McGinnis Lake.

Hiking:
Visitors are asked not to start any hiking trails after 3:00 pm as there is not time to complete the trails before 5:00 pm when visitors are asked to leave the park.
Please arrive well before 3:00 pm if planning to go for a hike.

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.

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 - Park Notice - Custom Text

Ecological monitoring devices are in use. Please contact Jason Blier, Jason.blier@ontario.ca, (807) 598-8261 if you would like more information.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, 2006. Images inadvertently capturing suspected criminal, safety, or security violations, may be disclosed to the appropriate law enforcement agency. Any remaining records that contain the image of an identifiable individual will be deleted or altered to make the individuals unidentifiable.

Quetico Provincial Park - Park Notice

Please note that park telephone lines are currently unavailable. We apologize for the inconvenience.

René Brunelle 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.

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 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 - Warning

Ticks are found on this landscape.

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.

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 has been removed until further notice.

Rondeau Provincial Park - Warning

Poison ivy is found on this landscape.

Rondeau Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

No horse back riding

Rondeau Provincial Park - Prohibited Activities

Recreational use of drones is not permitted.

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/

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.

Sandbanks Provincial Park - Park Notice - Custom Text

Please be advised that the County Marathon will occur Sunday October 4th, 2026. Traffic in and out of the park will be impacted as OPP will be conducting rolling road closures on County Roads 10, 11, and 12. It is recommended that park visitors avoid entering or exiting the park from 10:00-11:30 am.

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.

Thank you for your patience as we make these enhancements to improve our infrastructure and better serve our park visitors.

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

No alcohol

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.

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.

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.

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.

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		 June 9, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Aaron
Main Beach		 June 9, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Achray - East		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Achray - West		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Canisbay Campground "A"		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Canisbay Day Use "B"		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
East Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Kearney Lake		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Kiosk Access		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Mew Lake		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Pog Lake A		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Pog Lake C		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Raccoon Lake		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Rock Lake A		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Rock Lake B		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Tea Lake Camp.		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Two Rivers Camp.		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Two Rivers Picnic		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Algonquin
Whitefish GC		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 1 - Roe		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 2 - Day Use		 September 3, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Arrowhead
Beach 3 - Lumby		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Arrow Lake
Campground Beach		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 1		 June 16, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 2		 June 16, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 3		 June 16, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Awenda
Beach 4		 June 16, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Balsam Lake
Balsam Lake Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Bass Lake
Bass Lake Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Batchawana Bay
Batchawana Bay Beach		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Blue Lake
Blue Lake Beach		 August 5, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
New Beach		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
North Beach (Campers)		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Bon Echo
South Beach (Main)		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Bonnechere
Bonnchere Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Caliper Lake
Caliper Lake Beach		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Charleston Lake
Campers		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Charleston Lake
Day Use		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Chutes
Chutes Beach		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Darlington
Lake Ontario Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Driftwood
Day Use Beach		 June 4, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Emily
Campers Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Esker Lakes
Campers		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Esker Lakes
Day Use		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Fairbank
Main - Day Use		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Fairbank
Small - Campground		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Finlayson Point
Beach 1 - Blue		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Finlayson Point
Beach 2 - Red		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Fitzroy
Campers Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Fitzroy
Public Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Fushimi Lake
Fushimi Lake Beach		 June 25, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Balsam Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Main Beach		 June 3, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Poplar Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Red Maple Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
Trailer Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Grundy Lake
White Birch Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Halfway Lake
Main Beach		 June 2, 2026 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		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Green Lake		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Island Lake		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Kettle Lakes
Slab Lake		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killarney
East Beach (Main)		 July 2, 2025 No beach posting at this time
Killarney
West Beach (2nd)		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Blinds Bay		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Granite Saddle		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Harold Point		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Kilcoursie Bay		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Killbear
Lighthouse		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Lake St. Peter
Campers		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Lake St. Peter
Day Use		 June 24, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Agawa Bay		 June 28, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Katherine Cove		 June 28, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Lake Superior
Old Woman Bay		 June 28, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Long Point
New Park		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Long Point
Old Park		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
MacGregor Point
Campers		 June 9, 2026 No beach posting at this time
MacLeod
MacLeod Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Mara
Mara Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Assinika Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Chicot Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Marten River
Main Beach (Day Use)		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
McRae Point
McRae Point Beach		 June 29, 2026 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)		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Murphys Point
Day Use		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Nagagamisis
Nagagmisis Beach		 June 18, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Neys
Beach 1		 June 16, 2026 No beach posting at this time
North Beach
Lake Ontario Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
North Beach
North Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Oastler Lake
Oastler Lake Beach		 June 9, 2026 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		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Pinery
The Pinery Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Point Farms
Point Farms Beach		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Port Bruce
Port Bruce Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Port Burwell
Port Burwell Beach		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Presqu'ile
Presqu'ile Beach		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Quetico
Beach 1		 June 4, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Quetico
Beach 2		 June 4, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
East Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
Rossport (Superior)		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rainbow Falls
West Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
René Brunelle
First Beach (Campers - A)		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
René Brunelle
Phipps Point - B (Day Use Area)		 June 2, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Restoule
Little Beach		 June 17, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Restoule
Main Beach		 June 17, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rideau River
East Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rideau River
Main Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rock Point
Rock Point Beach		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Lake Erie		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Rondeau Bay		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rondeau
Visitors Centre		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
North Beach		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
South Main Beach		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Rushing River
South Small Beach		 June 15, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Samuel de Champlain
Babawasse		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Samuel de Champlain
Main Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Dunes Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Lakeshore Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sandbanks
Outlet Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sandbar Lake
Main Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Selkirk
Selkirk Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sharbot Lake
Beach 1 (2-6)		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sharbot Lake
Beach 2 (7-11)		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sibbald Point
Main Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Silent Lake
Day Use		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Silent Lake
Pincer Bay		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Silver Falls
Campground Beach		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Silver Lake
Day Use		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Silver Lake
Main Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sioux Narrows
Beach 1		 June 8, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Six Mile Lake
Birch Beach		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Six Mile Lake
Maple Beach		 June 22, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sleeping Giant
Main Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Sturgeon Bay
Sturgeon Bay Beach		 June 1, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Turkey Point
Beach 1		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Turkey Point
Normandale Beach		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Champlain (Beach 1)		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Day Use - New (Beach 3-Boat Rental)		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Day Use - Old (Beach 2)		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Voyageur
Iroquois ( Beach 4)		 June 29, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Wakami Lake
Day Use Beach		 June 23, 2026 No beach posting at this time
Wasaga Beach
Wasaga Beach Prov. Park Beach		 June 25, 2026 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		 June 9, 2026 No beach posting at this time