Tag: beach
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5 reasons to visit Rondeau Provincial Park
Wondering where to go for your summer vacation? Look no further, because Rondeau Provincial Park might just be the perfect getaway for you and your family! Located on Lake Erie, Rondeau is a host of incredible biodiversity. There’s plenty to see and do during your trip, and lots to explore, from sandy dunes to beautiful…
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5 reasons to visit Halfway Lake Provincial Park
Halfway Lake Provincial Park features over 4,000 ha of rugged, forested Canadian Shield, dotted with sparkling blue lakes. Less than an hour north of Sudbury on Highway 144, the park boasts an oasis of swimming, paddling, and hiking with a full service campground. Here are five reasons we think Halfway Lake will delight family campers…
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How to plan your day trip to Port Burwell
Port Burwell Provincial Park is a favourite spot for families, dog-lovers, and beach-goers. With 2.5 km of sandy beach, a dog friendly beach and exercise area, and plenty of recreation facilities, this park has become a popular weekend destination. Unfortunately, Port Burwell’s increasing popularity has meant that our park can get extremely busy, and often…
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How to plan your visit to Wasaga Beach Provincial Park
Wasaga Beach Provincial Park is the busiest provincial park in the province, receiving over 2 million visitors every year! Home to the world’s longest freshwater beach, Wasaga boasts 14 km of pristine sand, which makes it a hot spot for summer activity. This also means that our park can get extremely busy, and often reaches capacity…
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How to have a low-waste day trip
So you’re heading into one of our parks for the day, and looking to reduce your ecological footprint? Here’s how to have a day of fun outside with a low-waste twist.
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How to plan your trip to Sibbald Point
Located on Lake Simcoe, Sibbald Point Provincial Park is a great spot for day-use. The park has a sandy beach and shallow water perfect for kids. But during the hot summer months, the park can get extremely busy. Many weekends, Sibbald Point hits capacity and can’t welcome any more visitors. This year, you need to book…
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How environmental health professionals keep our water safe
You’re all packed up and ready for another weekend outdoors. You’ve got your sleeping bags, full cooler, sunscreen, and swimsuit. Maybe you’ll fill your trailer’s water tank up once you arrive, a water container or two for the campsite, then head to the beach to cool off. But have you ever stopped to think about…
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5 reasons to visit Fitzroy Provincial Park
Just 40 minutes from Canada’s capital in the Ottawa Valley, Fitzroy Provincial Park may be one of the province’s best kept secrets. Situated on the Ottawa River and bisected by the Carp River, campsites with river views are abundant. Add to that two beaches, watercraft rentals, hiking trails, and a beautiful group picnic spot and…