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  • 5 reasons to visit Esker Lakes Provincial Park

    Esker Lakes Provincial Park surrounds a chain of sparkling lakes set in an ancient glacial landscape, carpeted in boreal forest. A quiet, family-oriented park, Esker Lakes sits just east of the historic mining town of Kirkland Lake in northeastern Ontario. Here are five reasons Esker Lakes will delight family campers and nature-lovers alike:

  • 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…

  • Campsite vacancy highlights: August 9-11

    Time in nature has been proven to lead to better sleep, improved productivity, and lower stress. What better reasons to go camping? 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 August 8, 2019):

  • Campsite vacancy highlights: July 19-21

    The time to strengthen and rediscover our connection to nature is now! Get outside and reconnect at one of these feature campsites. 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 July 18, 2019):

  • Hitting the trail at Esker Lakes

    This post is written by Dave Sproule, Natural Heritage Education Specialist with Ontario Parks. If you are looking for a new trail to explore this summer, the Lonesome Bog Trail at Esker Lakes Provincial Park might be just the ticket! This 1.5 km interpretive trail sweeps around Sausage Lake and travels through a variety of habitats, introducing…

  • 14 must-see trails to try this summer

    Whether you’re reaching new heights or taking a leisurely stroll across a boardwalk, we’ve got the perfect trail for you to explore this summer. How many of these must-see trails from around the province have you explored?

  • More group sites available to book online

    Looking for a fun way to camp with a bunch of people? Consider group campsites! We’re happy to announce that group campsites can now be reserved online and via our call centre for an additional 25 provincial parks.

  • What's in a name? A historical look at 11 northeastern park names

    Ever wonder how your favourite park got its name?

  • Memories are made of this…

    The sun is shining, the gentle breeze is cutting the heat, and the soft waves are colliding against the shoreline behind you.  This is it, the perfect spot to start a new beginning, a perfect spot to get married.  Many people seek out the amazing backdrops of Ontario Parks to create unforgettable memories built upon…

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