Alerts
Alerts and Advisories as of : April 27, 2026
Park Notice
Backcountry
- Due to unpredictable ice out conditions, backcountry camping is currently closed from April 1 to April 30. If conditions allow, we will open backcountry camping reservations up before May 1.
Until backcountry camping is open you cannot make backcountry reservations and there are no first-come, first-served campsites. This applies to both backpacking and paddling.
Hiking trails
- Hiking trails are not maintained this time of year. Expect spring conditions on our hiking trails. This could include deep snow, ice, slush, mud and flooding. Use at your own risk.
- Closed due to flooding: Whiskey Rapids, Western Uplands (West Gate)
- Centennial Ridge Trail Road is closed for the winter.
Day Use:
-Tea Lake Picnic Area (closed due to flooding).
Access Points
The following Access Points remain inaccessible due to snow-covered roads:
- Magnetawan Lake Access Point
- Rain Lake Access Point
- Tim River Access Point
- Brent/Cedar Lake Access Point
- Kingscote Lake Access Point
- Grand Lake / Achray Access Point
- Lake Travers Access Point
- North River Access Point
- Wendigo Lake Access Point
- Brain Lake Access Point
The following Access Point Roads are not yet maintained, are in poor condition and require Four Wheel Drive (4WD). Use at your own risk and please drive with caution.
- Mallard / Sec Lakes Access Point
- McManus Lake Access Point
- Aylen Lake Access Point
- Shall Lake Access Point
- Hollow River – Dividing Lake Access Point
Park Notice
- Daily: 8:30am – 4:00pm
West Gate Office:
- Daily: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Visitor Centre:
- Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00pm
- Saturday – Sunday: 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: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
If you need assistance in the campground after hours, you can call or text: 705-571-3528
All other campground and access point offices are closed for the season.
Shall Lake Access Point Office:
- Friday - Tuesday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Tuesday - Wednesday: Closed
Trailer Sanitation Stations
- Minnesing (km 23): Open
- Sunday Lake (km 35.6): Closed
- Rock Lake: Closed
Firewood
- Firewood is only available for purchase during office hours.
- Mew Lake Campground Office, East Gate, West Gate
Park Notice
-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.
Park Notice
- 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.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Tim River (Day Use Only) - The opening of the day use area(s) has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Kingscote (Day Use Only) - The opening of the day use area(s) has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 8, 2026
Location: Cedar Lake - Brent Access Point - The opening of a section of the backcountry has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Tea Lake - The opening of this campground has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Kiosk - The opening of this campground has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 8, 2026
Location: Brent - The opening of the day use area(s) has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 8, 2026
Location: Brent - The opening of this campground has been delayed due to continuing snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Achray - The opening of the day use area(s) has been delayed due to snow and ice coverage.
Delayed Opening
Anticipated Opening Date : May 1, 2026
Location: Achray - The opening of this campground 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.
| Beach Name | Sample Date | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Kiosk Access | August 18, 2025 |  |
| Whitefish GC | August 25, 2025 | |
| Two Rivers Picnic | August 25, 2025 | |
| Two Rivers Camp. | August 25, 2025 | |
| Tea Lake Camp. | August 25, 2025 | |
| Rock Lake A | August 25, 2025 | |
| Rock Lake B | August 25, 2025 | |
| Raccoon Lake | August 25, 2025 | |
| Pog Lake C | August 25, 2025 | |
| Pog Lake A | August 25, 2025 | |
| Mew Lake | August 25, 2025 | |
| Kearney Lake | August 25, 2025 | |
| East Beach | August 25, 2025 | |
| Canisbay Campground "A" | August 25, 2025 | |
| Canisbay Day Use "B" | August 25, 2025 | |
| Achray - East | August 25, 2025 | |
| Achray - West | August 25, 2025 | |