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A Family-Friendly Guide to Ontario Provincial Parks for Fall Color Viewing

Introduction Welcome to Ontario, where autumn transforms the landscape into a breathtaking tapestry of vibrant colors. Ontario Provincial Parks are the perfect destination for families seeking a memorable fall foliage experience. In this guide, we’ll help you plan your trip and make the most of your visit to witness the spectacular fall colors in Ontario’s …

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Dog-Friendly Ontario Provincial Parks

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Are you a dog owner? Does the thought of leaving the furry family member at home whilst you enjoy nature make you feel sad? Good news is that Ontario Parks are, with some exceptions, dog-friendly. Typically dogs are welcome at all Ontario Parks and are permitted on many campsites, park roads, and most hiking trails. …

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Backcountry Camping Gear Checklists

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Backcountry camping, also known as wilderness or primitive camping, involves staying in remote and undeveloped areas away from established campgrounds and amenities. It often involves hiking or backpacking into nature to set up camp in a natural setting, with minimal human impact on the environment. Backcountry camping requires more planning and preparation than traditional camping …

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Introduction to Backcountry Camping for Beginners

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In this article, we will cover as much as possible about what you need to know about backcountry camping and answer some of the main questions people ask. We’ll be concentrating on backcountry camping in Ontario, Canada, but you might find some of the information relevant to other places. What is backcountry camping? Backcountry camping, …

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Best Ontario Provincial Parks for Family Birdwatching Adventure

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Bird watching is a great outdoor family activity. Lots of fresh air, something that all ages can enjoy, and starting out, it doesn’t matter if you know the difference between a robin and a blue jay. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you’ll become an expert. Birdwatching doesn’t need to be expensive. Eyes and ears, …

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Useful Facebook Groups for Ontario Outdoor Adventures

Ontario Provincial Parks / By Rob

Are you planning a visit to Ontario’s stunning provincial parks and looking for insider tips and advice? Well, you’re in luck! There are many Facebook groups dedicated to helping outdoor enthusiasts make the most of their camping and visiting experiences in the province. In these groups, individuals passionate about exploring Ontario’s natural beauty come together …

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Ontario Provincial Parks Facebook Groups 2022

Ontario Provincial Parks / By Rob

On this page, we’ve listed all of the official and Friends of style Facebook groups we’ve been able to find. There’s a related post that you might also be interested in where we’ve put together a list of Facebook groups and pages that have information of more general interest to anyone interested in camping, hiking, …

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Sibbald Point Provincial Park

Ontario Provincial Parks / By Mike

Located on the Southern Shore of Lake Simcoe, this is a popular park and is only a 90-minute drive from downtown Toronto. Make sure you book the day-use permit in advance and remember there’s a 14-day maximum stay rule that is in effect for the high season. There’s more about this in the News section …

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Turkey Point Provincial Park

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Facebook and Website Links Turkey Point Official websiteTurkey Point Official FacebookTurkey Point Official Twitter Information Phone #: (519) 426-3239Main entrance co-ordinates:Address: 194 Turkey Point Rd. Turkey Point N0E 1T0Opening seasons: May 6, 2022, to October 30, 2022 Activities Camping & Accommodation Car Camping Group Camping Turkey Point offers three group camping areas. The largest (for …

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Ontario Parks That Require Day Use Vehicle Permits

Ontario Provincial Parks / By Rob

Ontario Parks is continuing the Daily Vehicle Permit program through 2022 and have added a further 16 parks into the program making a grand total of 33 parks where the program will operate. We’ve listed the additional parks below. Parks with an * also offer an hourly pass. Parks Offering Advance Daily Vehicle Permit AlgonquinArrowheadBalsam …

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