Alerts in Parks

Alexander Stewart Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HUNTING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL

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Fire Ban Details:
Alexander Stewart Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

Winter Trail Closures

Whiskey Rapids and Centennial Ridges Trails are closed for the winter. The Centennial Ridges road is closed at highway 60.

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Please be advised that some tree cutting will be occurring this week for the ecological restoration of several red pine plantations along Highway 60. The purpose of this project is to begin naturalizing these stands by thinning them to encourage natural regeneration in the under-story. Ecological integrity is the primary focus of this project by restoring a natural forest condition in these areas over time. For more information, please contact Rick Stronks, Chief Park Naturalist, at 613-637-2828.

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Western Uplands Backpacking Trail is flooded where the trail crosses Mink Creek (north of Maggie Lake).

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Park visitors should be aware that the current high water level of Georgian Bay has resulted in a large reduction in the width and quality of dry beach areas in the park. Beach 1 is the largest remaining beach but is considerably narrower than in past years. On shore winds will and do completely eliminate the Pet Beach, and Beaches 2 and 4. There is a very small area of dry beach at Beach 3. There are no alternative beach areas for pets. The recent Halloween night storm has resulted in the closing of the beach road west of the viewing platform until further notice. User of other park trails should be aware of the presence of numerous branches and small trees that have been blown down along the various routes. Please take appropriate cautionary measures when out on these trails.

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As of January 2017 all garbage must be placed in clear bags as required by the City of Kawartha Lakes.

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Bell Bay Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL
• NO HUNTING

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Fire Ban Details:

Boil Water Details:
Water taken from lakes and rivers should be submitted to a rolling boil for at least one full minute before consumption.

Bon Echo Provincial Park is now closed for the 2019 season.

We will reopen for camping and day use on May 8th, 2020.

Thank you!

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Notice to all Dog Owners

The leash free trails at Bronte Creek Provincial Park are very popular.

In recent years Ontario Parks has observed situations and received numerous complaints from dog owners and other park users about uncontrolled dogs off leash.

In the interest of public safety and to ensure the enjoyment of the park for all park users and local wildlife, Ontario Parks is giving notice that:

As of July 5, 2019 dog owners will be limited to a maximum of two dogs off-leash per owner within the designated off-leash areas within the park.

All dogs outside the leash free areas are always required to be leashed.

As a reminder you are required to keep your dog under control at all times within the park.

Leash free areas for dogs are also provided by the cities of Burlington and Oakville.

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Carson Lake Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HUNTING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL

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Fire Ban Details:
Carson Lake Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

Accessing the hibernaculum in this park, especially during the winter months, is strictly prohibited.

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Boil Water Details:
NOTICE: Any water collected from Lakes, Rivers, etc. in the backcountry should be treated before drinking, food preparation or dental care. Treatment could include, filtration, disinfection tablets, boiling water for one minute, etc.

Wildlife monitoring cameras are in use; any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted. Please contact Bryna Sprigings, (A/Park Superintendent) if you would like more information. Bryna may be reached at 905-436-2036 ext 231 or by email bryna.sprigings@ontario.ca.
Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 fo the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

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Fire Ban Details:

Please Note that, as of October 15, 2019, Emily Provincial Park is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON - The Park will re-open May 8th, 2020.

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The Forks of the Credit provincial park Mill site viewing platform is temporarily closed. Ontario Parks is currently reviewing options for the replacement of the platform.

To view the falls, travel along the Meadow Trail until it intersects with the Bruce Trail. Follow Bruce Trail west until it intersects the Dominion Trail. Go north until it ends at the closure. Be advised you will be required to return the same way.

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Foy Property Provincial Park is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10 pm daily.

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL
• NO HUNTING

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Fire Ban Details:
No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime.

The office will generally be open Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm (but not guaranteed) from October 29th-Jan 6th.

Big Salmon Lake Road is now closed for the winter season.

Interior Camping permits and Daily Vehicle permits are available through the self-serve system located at the park office when the office is closed, reservations are not possible at this time.

To make an Interior Camping Reservation for the 2020 season please visit www.ontarioparks.com or call 1-888-668-7275.

For assistance with trip planning or other general park inquiries please contact the Park Office at (613) 376-3489.

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Boil Water Details:
There are 2 potable water stations within the park that are approved for consumption. These 2 stations will be clearly posted "Potable Water."

A Boil Water advisory is in effect for the rest of the water system. Please bring water to a rolling boil for at least 1 full minute before using for drinking, food preparation and brushing teeth.

Il y a 2 stations d'eau potable dans le parc approuvée pour boire. C'est deux stations seront marquées ''Eau Potable'. Un avis de faire bouillir l'eau est en fonction pour le reste du système. On conseille aux utilisateurs de faire bouillir l'eau 1 minute avant de la boire, de s'en servir pour la cuisine ou de se brosser les dents.

This is a non-operating park. There are NO facilities, activities or parking.

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HUNTING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL

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Fire Ban Details:
FIRES STRICTLY PROHIBITED

DAY USE HOURS SUNRISE TO SUNSET

PROHIBITED BY LAW
• NO CAMPING
• NO FIRES
• NO LITTERING
• NO HUNTING
• NO HORSE BACK RIDING
• NO BIKING
• NO MECHANIZED TRAVEL
• NO ALCOHOL

Click here to view trail map.

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Fire Ban Details:
FIRES STRICTLY PROHIBITED

Boil Water Details:
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 brushing teeth.

Potable water available at designated sites identified on park map.

The invasive species Emerald Ash Borer has recently been discovered within the City of Thunder Bay. Due to Kakabeka Falls’ close proximity to Thunder Bay please leave firewood at home to prevent the spread of these pests. Help us stop the spread of invasive species.

Thank you.
Park Staff

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Wildlife monitoring cameras are in use; however any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted. Please contact the park if you would like more information on this topic.
Mailing Address: PO Box 252, Kakabeka Falls, ON P0T 1W0
Phone: 807-473-9231
Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

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Wildlife monitoring cameras are in use; any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted. Please contact (Paul Smith, paul.smith4@ontario.ca, 613-332-3940 x-255) if you would like more information.

Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

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Boil Water Details:
NOTICE: Any water collected from Lakes, Rivers, etc. in the back country should be treated before drinking, food preparation or dental care. Treatment could include, filtration, disinfection tablets, boiling water for one minute, etc.

Killarney Provincial Park Fall and Winter operations 2019 / 2020

Please be advised the following utilities have been shut down for the fall and winter season:

• All campground Water Taps
• All Campground Flush Toilets
• The Comfort Station
• The Trailer Fill and Dumping Station

For your convenience a potable water filling station capable of filling large water jugs has been installed this fall, and a tap with a threaded connection are available in the public bathroom closest to the parking lot at the park office.

Office hours have also be reduced from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

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The park is currently closed for the winter and phone lines have been temporarily disconnected. If you require information or assistance, please contact Silent Lake Provincial Park at 613-339-2807.

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Wildlife monitoring cameras are in use, however any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s Photo Policy (under development).

Please contact Bob Elliott, Park Superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic.

Mailing address: PO Box 267
Wawa, ON
P0S 1K0
Email: bob.elliott@ontario.ca
Phone: 705-856-2284

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Boil Water Details:
NOTICE

The local Medical Officer of Health has issued a boil water advisory. Elevated bacterial counts in the water may pose a health risk to consumers. Users are advised to boil for one minute all water used for drinking, food preparation and dental care.

Please Note that, as of October 27, 2019, Mark S. Burnham Provincial Park is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON - The Park will re-open May 1st, 2020.

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Fire Ban Details:
Mark S. Burnham is a day use park only. No campfires or open fires permitted at anytime. Portable gas stoves with a control valve are permitted in the picnic area only.
Park Hours are sunrise to 10pm daily.

Boil Water Details:
No potable water is available at Mark S. Burnham

Beach Posting Details:

No swimming area is available at Mark S. Burnham. This is a day use park with a picnic area and a 1.8km loop trail. Enjoy a hike through the majestic old growth forest showcasing a large canopy of Eastern Hemlock and Sugar Maple.

Wildlife monitoring cameras are in use, however any photos containing images of members of the public are deleted according to Ontario Park’s Photo Policy (under development). Please contact Bob Elliott, Park Superintendent, if you would like more information on this topic.

Mailing address: PO Box 267
Wawa, ON
P0S 1K0
Email: bob.elliott@ontario.ca
Phone: 705-856-2284

Personal information is collected under the authority of Section 29 of the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

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Boil Water Details:
Missinaibi Provincial Park drinking water system is currently posted with boil water advisory.

Boil Water Details:
Please be advised that our drinking water system has been put into service however, the water must be tested by the Local Public Health Laboratory before it is safe for use. The quality of the water is unknown at this time.

Water can be rendered safe for drinking if boiled for at least one minute.

All notices will be removed from the taps as soon as we have received confirmation of acceptable laboratory test results.