Parks Blog

Category: Summer

  • August's digital download

    Wading through the water surrounded by grasses and dotted with lily pads. The sun sets behind the trees as you hear a loon’s call in the distance. Does it get any better than this?

  • July's digital download

    “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” — Vincent Van Gogh This month’s FREE digital download transports you straight from your desk into the pristine wilderness.

  • Backcountry vegetarian cooking

    Today’s post comes from Brittany Thatcher and Jill Legault of Quetico Provincial Park. Going meatless on hiking excursions, canoe trips, or any outdoor adventures can be easy, nutritious, and delicious! Vegetables and vegetable-based products can provide you with the energy and protein needed to lead successful trips.

  • 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!

  • Campsite vacancy highlights: August 23-25

    We’re in the last weeks of summer! Make the most of it by heading out on an impromptu weekend camping getaway. We have a few electrical campsites left in southeastern Ontario and many up north. Where will you stay? Scout out your ideal campsite on our Campsite Browsing/Reservation tool (including pictures of most campsites!), or check…

  • Falling in love with Blue Lake Provincial Park

    Today’s post comes from Summer Stevenson, a Discovery Program Leader at Blue Lake Provincial Park. Where on earth is Blue Lake Provincial Park?

  • Working at Pancake Bay Provincial Park

    Today’s post comes from Kathleen Boston, a Discovery Leader at Pancake Bay Provincial Park.  Three years ago, I applied to spend my summer working at Pancake Bay Provincial Park. It was one of the best decisions I ever made! Thankfully I was chosen to work as a gate attendant for my first year. In my second year…

  • Campsite vacancy highlights: August 16-18

    This August, Ontario Parks is challenging you to spend 30 minutes in nature each day for 30 days. You know what would make meeting that challenge really easy? Spending a whole weekend in nature! Scout out your ideal campsite on our Campsite Browsing/Reservation tool (including pictures of most campsites!), or check out these featured campsites (available as of noon on…

  • The best parts of a northern summer, according to a southern naturalist

    Every summer, you’ll find me in the parks of northern Ontario. When the operating season is done, and the visitors have returned home, I go back to where I’m from: the far south of the province. Moving between these regions gives me a special appreciation for my time in the north.

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