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Operating Dates

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Non-operating parks do not have operating dates. Please note that activities and facilities may be temporarily unavailable or restricted for public health.

Facilities

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Activities

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Please note: Availability of some facilities and activities may be restricted to specific areas of the park, may be ecologically dependent, or may be seasonally weather dependent.

General Information

Regional Health Unit for this Park: Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit

Phone:
(705) 378-2401
Size: 875.00 ha
Year established: 1985
Park Classification: Nature Reserve
Address:
Oastler Lake Provincial Park RR#2, 380 Oastler Pk. Dr.
Parry Sound
P2A 2W8
Tread Lightly. Nature Reserve

What You'll Like:

This nature reserve features undeveloped Georgian Bay shoreline with coastal bedrock, upland and lowland forest, and wetlands. The reserve protects more than 30 species of reptiles and amphibians, some of which are near the northern limit of their range. The park is adjacent to several islands in Georgian Bay Islands National Park.

Park Facilities and Activities: There are no visitor facilities.

Camping is prohibited and recreational day-use for walking and nature appreciation is discouraged due to the sensitivity of the reserve’s natural values.

Location: On Georgian Bay, 50 km south of Parry Sound.