Parks Blog

Category: Camping

  • What RV trends do we expect to see?

    In today’s post, our friends at the Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association share their insights into the latest RV trends, and invite you to the Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show (a free online event). Many industries have taken a hit during the pandemic, but the Canadian RV and camping industry was an exception. More and more…

  • 4 tips for a bear-free campsite

    There’s nothing worse than coming back to your campsite after a day of fun and finding a bear has ransacked your cooler. Stop encouraging Yogi Bear’s pic-a-nic basket habit by keeping your campsite clean. Here are four ways to keep your campsite clean and bear-free:

  • Extended fall camping at five southwest parks

    Have you had enough camping already this year? Nope, we haven’t either! That’s why several of our parks are offering extended seasons this fall. Read on to find out where you should book your fall getaway:

  • Why you should go north to camp this summer

    If you’ve been looking on our reservation system lately, you’ll have realized this already – our southern provincial parks are SUPER busy this year! This summer, the solution to finding your serene camping trip might be to head north. There, you’ll find not only more space to camp in peace, but also opportunities to explore…

  • 12 ways to camp from the comfort of home

    Today’s post comes from Learning and Education Leader Laura Myers. Daydreaming about camping? Here are 12 ways to make it feel like you’re camping, all from the comfort of home!

  • 7 reasons your family will fall in love with Bonnechere Provincial Park!

    Looking for a new park to explore with your family? How about a park that offers great swimming, paddling, and hiking and will have your kids picking books from a tree? Bonnechere Provincial Park — located in Killaloe, ON (just 2 hours from Ottawa) — is one of the Ottawa Valley’s hidden gems. Here are some…

  • Reserve your Canada Day campsite early!

    Does the cold weather have you dreaming of sunny days on the beach and warm nights by the campfire? Thanks to our five-month advance booking window, you can lock down your July campsite early! Here’s a list of 10 parks sure to chase away the midwinter blues:

  • 4 ways camping helps us slow down and enjoy life

    Today’s post comes from Connor Oke, an Ontario Parks marketing intern.  We live in a world that demands a lot of us. Canadians work overtime at higher rates than they did 25 years ago. At the same time, we spend more hours in front of screens and on social media, which are linked to increased…

  • Get a jump on June: summer camping in southwestern Ontario

    It may be the middle of winter, but we’re daydreaming of summer in southwestern Ontario! How about you? Get a jump start on planning your vacation. Book a campsite at one of these hidden gems today!

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