Please refer to Algonquin’s backcountry park page for further information.
There are many car campgrounds available in Algonquin. Each varies in size and services meaning that each campground offers a unique experience. This allows guests to choose the campground and services that best suits their needs for their trip.
The Highway 60 Corridor features eight car campgrounds including Tea Lake, Canisbay Lake, Mew Lake, Two Rivers, Pog Lake, Kearney Lake, Coon Lake, and Rock Lake.
On the north side of the park are two basic car campgrounds; Kiosk and Brent Lake. Achray Campground is on the east side of the park.
Please refer to the individual park listings for more detail on these campgrounds.
Several campgrounds at Algonquin have designated dog-free areas including: Canisbay, Mew Lake, Pog Lake, and Achray.
Whitefish Lake Group Campground is located on Highway 60 at km 37. Please refer to the individual park listing for more details.
Several campgrounds at Algonquin have designated radio-free areas including: Canisbay, Mew Lake, Pog Lake, and Achray.
Five walk-in campsites are available at Kingscote Lake Access Point. Permits are available from Pinegrove Point Resort.
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Wenda Lake # 754
The Wenda Lake Cabin is believed to have been built by a Park Ranger in the early 1920s. It is a one room, open concept log cabin located on the north shore of Wenda Lake.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Tattler # 761
The Tattler Lake Cabin was the living quarters for the successive towermen who manned the Preston fire tower situated on a hilltop about two kms west of the cabin. At 579 metres, or 1900 feet, it’s the highest spot in all of Algonquin. The tower itself was put up in 1932, but there is no record of the cabin’s construction.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot accessible.
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Rain Lake # 750
The existing cabin was moved to Rain Lake in Algonquin from Cache Lake, where it was a private leased cottage in the late 1970s. It was used as an Interior access point office until 1995. This waterfront log cabin is located at the end of the public access road at Rain Lake. It features a propane fridge, stove, lights and heat.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesThis cabin has a propane fridge, stove, lights and heat. Vault toilets are shared with other campers when sites are occupied. There is a beach and boat launch area. All cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (vinyl covered mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingParking for 2 vehicles is included in the rental fee.
How to ReserveReservations can be made online or by phone.
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: McKaskill # 753
McKaskill Lake Cabin in Algonquin was built in 1932. It’s a waterfront, one room, open concept log cabin located on McKaskill Lake. This cabin can be reached through Shall Lake access point # 17, travelling by canoe for one day. It can also be accessed through Basin Lake access point # 19 by biking, carting and hiking 8 kms over a forest access road.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot accessible.
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Lost Coin # 755
Lost Coin Lake Cabin was built in 1936. This waterfront,(waterfront is not suitable for swimming - weedy shoreline) one room, log cabin is located on Lost Coin Lake in Algonquin. Visitors must hike or bike the 7 kms from the Park boundary to the cabin after driving the Bissett Road to the Park boundary. This is beyond the Big Bissett access point # 24, after turning off HIghway 17 one km east of Big Bissett Creek village.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Kitty # 752
Built in 1935, Kitty Lake is one of the larger Backcountry cabins in Algonquin. This one room, open concept log cabin is situated on Kitty Lake. It can be easily reached by canoeing one hour from Shall Lake access point # 17.
Sleeps: 8 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Kiosk Lake # 759
The two bedroom Kiosk Cabin in Algonquin was built in 1936 on Kioshkokwi Lake. The kitchen was added in 1940, and hydro was installed in 1956. The kitchen and living quarters are open concept. There is a beach and boat launch.
Sleeps: 6 AmenitiesThis cabin is equipped with an electric refrigerator, stove and heat, and has running cold water. Two flushomatic toilets are within a reasonable walking distance. All cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (vinyl covered mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingParking for 2 vehicles is included in the rental fee.
How to ReserveReservations can be made online or by phone.
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Highview # 758
The original Highview Cabin in Algonquin was built in 1922 as headquarters for fire rangers on patrol. It was destroyed by fire in 1928 and rebuilt in that year. This one room, open concept log cabin is located just off the Nipissing River west of the 840m portage to Gibson Lake. It could take one or two days to access this cabin by canoe, depending on your access point.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water. Appropriate cold weather gear for winter.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot Accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Crooked Chute # 762
Construction of the original Crooked Chute Cabin was completed in 1929. It served as a shelter for rangers covering the Petawawa log drive. It was replaced with a modified replica in 1997 using logs donated by the Shaw Lumber Co. of Pembroke and with the assistance of the Algonquin Forestry Authority.
Sleeps: 8 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot Accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Brent Deputy Ranger # 764
Brent Deputy Ranger Cabin was built as an ice house in the 1930s but was eventually converted to the Deputy Chief Ranger’s home in Brent. The original cabin was completely restored and visitors now enjoy a one room open-concept log cabin with an incredible view looking east on Cedar Lake.
Sleeps: 2 AmenitiesSleeping bags, linen, personal toiletries, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingParking for 1 vehicle is included in the rental fee.
How to ReserveReservations can be made online or by phone.
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Brent # 763
Brent Cabin is located on a peninsula jutting out from the north shore of Cedar Lake. Construction of the Brent Deputy Chief Ranger’s headquarters was begun in 1932. This large cabin has three bedrooms (the bunks include mattresses), a livingroom with stone fireplace, and a kitchen.
Sleeps: 10 AmenitiesModern conveniences include a propane stove, fridge and lights. Vault toilets are a short walk away. All cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (vinyl covered mattresses), table and chairs. There is drinking water available from the adjacent campground.
What to BringSleeping bags, linen, personal toiletries, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingPark for 3 vehicles is included in the rental fee.
How to ReserveReservations can be made online or by phone.
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Bissett Road # 756
Bissett Road Cabin is located in a very secluded location about one km inside the Algonquin boundary off the Bissett Road. This one room log cabin was built in 1922 by the first District Forester for the Department of Lands and Forests as a moose hunting camp.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
Parking How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Birchcliffe #760
Birchcliffe Cabin was built in 1962. This log sided cabin sits right on Birchcliffe Lake in Algonquin. It has two bedrooms with an open concept kitchen and dining area. Accessible only by canoe, it could take one or two days to reach this cabin, depending on which access point you leave from.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsDomestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot Accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Backcountry Cabin Site Number(s) / Name: Big Crow # 757
Big Crow Cabin, with its boathouse and fire tower, was built in 1956. The fire tower was one of the last in Ontario to be used for fire detection up to the mid ‘70s. The cabin has two bedrooms complete with a kitchen and living area. It will normally take one day to reach this cabin.
Sleeps: 4 AmenitiesAll cabins are equipped with fire extinguishers, wash basin, metal pail, shovel, broom, dust pan, bunks (no mattresses), CSA-approved wood stove and chimney with heat shields, table and chairs, and an outside closed-in toilet.
What to BringSleeping bags, air mattresses, cooking stove, pots and pans, utensils, flashlight, lantern, matches, food, drinking water.
RestrictionsTents outside are not permitted. Domestic animals (pets) are not permitted in the facility or on site and smoking is prohibited in all facilities.
ParkingNot Accessible
How to ReserveCall 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275)
(or 1-519-826-5290 for outside of North America)
Yurt Site Number(s) / Name: 34, 36, 38, 39, 49, 54, 62
Check-In/Check-Out Time: 3pm/11am
There are seven yurts available year-round at the Mew Lake Campground.
Sleeps: 6 AmenitiesEach yurt is equipped with two sets of futon bunk beds and sleeps up to six. Inside the yurt, campers will also find dishes (from May 1 to Thanksgiving) table and chairs, and a broom and dustpan. The yurt has electrical heat, fluorescent lighting, and one electrical outlet. Outside, yurt sites are equipped with a picnic table, BBQ (Note: BBQ only available from May 1st to Thanksgiving) and fire pit.
What to BringVisitors should bring their own bedding, cookware and dishes.
Restrictions Parking How to ReserveReservations can be made online or through our call centre by calling 1-888-ONT-PARK.
Yurt Site Number(s) / Name: 41
Check-In/Check-Out Time: 3pm/11am
One lakeside yurt is available at the Achray Campground.
Sleeps: 6 AmenitiesIt is equipped with two sets of futon bunk beds and sleeps up to six. Inside the yurt campers will also find a table and chairs, and a broom and dustpan. Outside, the yurt is equipped with a picnic table, propane barbeque and fire pit.
What to BringVisitors should bring their own bedding, cookware and dishes.
Restrictions Parking How to ReserveReservations can be made online or through our call centre by calling 1-888-ONT-PARK.