Tag: Murphys Point
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Find your fall getaway at one of these parks
Summer’s too hot and winter’s too cold. Looking for a camping season that’s just right? Witness the beauty of the province’s changing colours while exploring numerous hiking trails, boating opportunities, or just hanging out on your site! Discover (or rediscover) these unbeatable fall camping opportunities:
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A virtual fungus foray
Today’s post comes from Mark Read, our Discovery leader at Murphys Point Provincial Park. This blog is not going to be an identification guide; nor is it going to be packed full of mind-blowing facts. Instead, it is more of a celebration of the fungal diversity found in Ontario. I hope that along the way…
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6 romantic spots in Ontario Parks
Ever feel like you’ve wandered into the heart of a fairy tale? From snow-topped mountains to sparkling ice crystals, Ontario’s natural world is the perfect setting for romance. And this list of our favourite spots is sure to make your heart flutter…
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Skiing through Murphys Point
Looking for a cross-country ski destination in eastern Ontario? In partnership with a wonderful local ski club, Murphys Point Provincial Park (only 1.25 hours from either Ottawa or Kingston) offers an ideal environment for winter adventure.
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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…
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Fishing memories await at Big Rideau Lake
Today’s post comes from year-round multi-species angler and writer Ashley Rae of SheLovesToFish.com. For a year, I rented a home just 10 minutes from Murphys Point Provincial Park. Living so close to the park, I spent lots of time exploring Big Rideau Lake. I even did a bit of hiking on the park trails with my…
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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?
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5 backcountry gems of southeastern Ontario
Ontario’s wilderness is a lot closer than you think. Did you know you can leave downtown Toronto and be paddling out to your campsite in less than 3 hours? These five southeastern parks are perfect for finding backcountry solitude close to home:
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Campsite vacancy highlights: May 17-20
It’s not too late to book a campsite for the Victoria Day long weekend! While many parks are filling up, lots of campgrounds still have a good selection of sites available. 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, May 16):