If you are looking for a beautiful place to retreat to, set up a tent and start a fire while you wait to gaze at the stars at night, then you will not be disappointed with the options that Ontario has in store for you. Although there are myriads of things to do in Ontario, the forested parks, lush green forests, clear blue beaches, and heart-melting cliff views are a world within themselves that everyone should experience living in. The province of Ontario, with numerous hotels with private beaches, log cabins for rent, and hiking and trekking spots, has something for everyone. You can book a kid-friendly resort and plan a day of camping on the weekend or book a campground for the entire week you’re in Ontario. Just make sure that you experience camping here once in your life. If you are on the lookout for your next camping ground, read below and discover some of the best camping spots in Ontario, Canada.
1. Killbear Provincial Park
Posted by Killbear Provincial Park on Friday, May 26, 2023
Perfect for families looking to spend their holidays connecting with nature, Killbear Provincial Park is one of the best campgrounds in Ontario, Canada, and offers a space to pitch a tent. Camp out here and enjoy hiking along the 6-km (3.73-mi) long recreational trail. Take your whole family with you and relish the scenic views of the sandy beaches and rocky shorelines.
The campgrounds have sites offering car parking and EV charging. Stay near the water and enjoy activities such as canoeing, swimming, boating, and fishing, or have fun biking with your loved ones.
Killbear Provincial Park
Address: 35 Eddie Ramsay Parkway, Nobel, ON, P0G 1G0, Canada
Website: Killbear Provincial Park
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 8am - 7pm; Fri - Sat: 8am - 10pm
2. Oastler Lake Provincial Park
If activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing, and boating are what you’re looking for, then book a space at this campground and indulge in an adventurous time. The Oaster Lake Provincial Park has numerous camping spots, such as a drive-in ground, electrical campgrounds, RV pull-through, and radio-free campsite, so feel free to book the one that best fits your needs. You can find showers, vault toilets, trailer dumps, and fill stations here to provide maximum comfort while camping.
For families who wish to take their fur babies with them, the area has dog beaches and pet exercise areas that will be of interest. So, don’t wait any longer and book with Oaster Lake Provincial Park to enjoy camping in Ontario with proximity to beach areas.
Oastler Lake Provincial Park
Address: 380 Oastler Park Drive, Parry Sound, ON P2A 2W8, Canada
Website: Oastler Lake Provincial Park
Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)
3. Killarney Provincial Park
Posted by Marc Cayen on Monday, 9 September 2019
Killarney Provincial Park covers a total area of 645 square kilometers (249 square miles) of wilderness and includes the pink granite coast found along the Georgian Bay. The park is partly occupied by the La Cloche Mountains, which happens to be the highlight of this park, given the white quartzite stones that give the mountain the unique white color. The forest is the home of countless small lakes, as well as beautiful landscapes which provide just the right grounds for pitching up a tent. It will surprise you to know that it was in this park where the Group of Seven got their inspiration to gift the world with the wonderful paintings they left behind.
Killarney Provincial Park
Address: 960 ON-637, Killarney, ON P0M 2A0, Canada
Website: Killarney Provincial Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: 95 USD
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4. Awenda Provincial Park
Posted by Awenda Park on Tuesday, 27 August 2019
Awenda Provincial Park is a solid 2,900 ha (7166acres) of forests found along the Georgian Bay Shore. With more than 31km (19miles) of trails, and a plethora of small, pristine lakes, you will not just have more than enough space to pitch your tent, but also you will have at your disposal a plethora of outdoor activities, including canoeing on the beautiful lakes. Though in the wild, this park has a unique attribute of being one of the quietest parks in Ontario and a very popular destination for yoga enthusiasts keen on immersing themselves in the peace and serenity provided by nature.
Awenda Provincial Park
Address: 670 Awenda Park Rd, Tiny, ON L9M 2J2, Canada
Website: Awenda Provincial Park
Opening hours: 8:30am - 10pm (daily)
Price: 20 USD per night
5. Arrowhead Provincial Park
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Posted by Laken Elizabeth on Tuesday, 17 September 2019
Arrowhead Provincial Park is in the north of Huntsville, and a favorite camping spot for those who want to camp on “an island” inside a forest. When you make this provincial park your next camping destination, you will have a blend of beautiful grounds to choose from, including three sandy beaches along Lake Arrowhead, remains of old homesteads built in the 1870s and private campsites in the heart of Muskoka. The park also presents a wide variety of outdoor adventure including motorboat rides on the lake, mountain biking, kayaking, and activities such as skating, tubing, and skiing during winter.
Arrowhead Provincial Park
Address: 451 Arrowhead Park Rd, Huntsville, ON P1H 2J4, Canada
Website: Arrowhead Provincial Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: 10 USD
6. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
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Posted by Sleeping Giant Provincial Park on Tuesday, 20 August 2019
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park is located close to Thunder Bay on Lake Superior. It got its name from the shape of the famous Sibley Peninsula that can be seen from a distance when camping here. The park boasts spectacular views of the lake, high cliffs and nearly 80 km (50 miles) of hiking trails. Sleeping Giant is also blessed with a myriad of car-camping sites where you will also find lots of opportunities for outdoor activities such as sea kayaking and back-country camping. The location of the park also puts it in proximity to interesting attractions nearby, with the notable ones including Ouimet Canyon and Fort Williams which are both one hour’s drive from the park.
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Address: R R 1, Pass Lake, ON P0T 2M0, Canada
Website: Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
7. Point Pelee National Park
The beauty of Point Pelee National Park may tempt you to set up a permanent home only if that were possible. The park is located in the country’s most southern region parts, and it is one of the most beautiful parks you will ever camp in, in entire Canada. There are several mesmerizing trails through the park, and the presence of the ever-beautiful Lake Erie also means that you will have more waters that you need for those refreshing afternoon swims in summer. Other than the natural beauty, Point Pelee National Park is also the home to thousands of bird species and butterflies which will all add to the already tranquil atmosphere inside the park.
Point Pelee National Park
Address: 1118 Point Pelee Dr, Leamington, ON N8H 3V4, Canada
Website: Point Pelee National Park
Opening hours: 7am - 8:30pm (daily)
Price: 8 USD
8. Bruce Peninsula National Park
If you are looking of a camping experience in a place with epic cliffs, caves, beaches, and clear blue waters, then you have every reason to make Bruce Peninsula National Park your next camping destination. Not only these but also the park has a lush green forest that boasts a superfluity of flora and fauna, including ferns, orchids, and certain ancient cedar trees. Expect to indulge in a lot of walking, hiking, swimming and playing on the water when you come camping here. However, be sure not to venture deep into the forest lest you encounter black bears that consider the deep parts of the forest as part of their territory.
Bruce Peninsula National Park
Address: 469 Cyprus Lake Rd, Tobermory, ON N0H 2R0, Canada
Website: Bruce Peninsula National Park
Opening hours: 8am - 7pm (daily)
Price: 12 USD
9. Grundy Provincial Park
Beached on Picnic Island, Gurd Lake, in Grundy Lake Provincial Park.
Posted by The One Canoe on Wednesday, 17 July 2019
Grundy Provincial Park is located near Britt, just next to the junction of Highway 522 and Highway 69. The camping sites in this park are designed to suit the needs of every outdoor enthusiast, and they feature car camping, and RV and backcountry canoe sites. The park provides lots of opportunities for campers, with the majority who come camping here preferring hiking, canoeing, biking, and swimming. This is because the park has several endless lakes and trails that are begging to be explored.
Grundy Provincial Park
Address: ON-522, Parry Sound, Unorganized, Centre Part, ON, Canada
Website: Grundy Provincial Park
Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)
10. Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Georgian Bay Islands National Park happens to be the largest freshwater archipelago in the world, and this presents a unique opportunity for those who would wish to go savor the outdoors in the park. What you find here is the perfect transition between a dense deciduous forest and rock formation, which leads to miles of beautiful hiking and biking trails, as well as waterfront campsites with breeze and views worth dying for.
Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Address: 2611 Honey Harbour Road, Honey Harbour, ON P0E 1E0, Canada
Website: Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Opening hours: 9am - 4:30pm (daily)
Price: 6 USD
11. Lake Superior Provincial Park
Lake Superior Provincial Park covers a whopping 1600 square kilometers (617 square miles) of rugged but beautiful wilderness, with a huge chunk being occupied by the Lake Superior shoreline offering waterfront campsites in Ontario. The park has several small inland lakes, lined with pine forests and beautiful cliffs. One of the main attractions in this park is the fact that it is far away from any major cities, hence, it guarantees the authentic wilderness experience. Again, it has several campgrounds, with the majority being along the beaches of Lake Superior where you will find plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures such as hiking, canoeing, kayaking, which takes the whole experience of soaking up in the park’s peace and tranquility to a whole new level.
Lake Superior Provincial Park
Address: 96 Broadway Avenue, Wawa, ON P0S 1K0, Canada
Website: Lake Superior Provincial Park
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
Price: 42 USD
12. Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park is only three hours away from Toronto, thus offers great access to one of Ontario’s most amazing wilderness. The park is the home to beautiful lakes and forests, and it is also rich in flora and fauna, with wolves, black bears, deer, and moose all calling it home. With endless hiking trails, beautiful lakes and waterfalls, beaver houses, ponds, and high ridges, as well as unique opportunities to spot wildlife, the park is a true paradise for camping enthusiasts. With such attractions, it is no longer a surprise that it is the favorite park for families camping during summer.
Algonquin Provincial Park
Address: Ontario 60, Ontario K0J 2M0, Canada
Website: Algonquin Provincial Park
Price: 11 USD
Savor the tranquility of Ontario’s wilderness
Camping is always a great chance to reconnect with nature. You are all alone in the wild, and away from the hustle and bustle of the cities. Canada is known for its great wilderness, and spending time in any of these campsites in Ontario will be an experience to remember.
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