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Although this national park is barely 12 sq kms, it contains 59 islands and shoals. It is located on the shoreline of the Georgian Bay, and is accessible only by boat (visitors may park at Honey Harbour). Explore the interesting landscape, observe the various plant and wildlife, and learn of the Aboriginal history that dates back hundreds of years. Georgian Bay Islands National Park is open all year. A visitor centre is located on Beausoleil Island at Cedar Spring.
Address: P.O. Box 28, Honey Harbour, ON Canada P0E 1E0
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An interesting array of terrain exists at Six Mile Lake Provincial Park, including rock barrens, wetlands and forests. Birds are in abundance as are fish and various plant life. Canoes can be rented and boats are permitted on the lake.
Address: Slightly south of Crooked Bay ON Canada
1 705 756-2746
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Bracebridge Bay Park
Located along the river on Wharf Road, Bracebridge Bay Park and Beach is a popular spot featuring boat docks, a historic walkway and picnic tables.
Address: Wharf Rd. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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Gibson River Nature Reserve
The protected land and wildlife within this 168-ha nature reserve are representative of the natural environment of the area and the park contains several rare species of plants. Open for day use only, Gibson River is great for hiking and features a parking lot and trail. Camping is not permitted.
Address: . Port Severn ON CAN
1 705 756-2746
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The tranquility of this provincial park is simply dreamy. The lakes are free of motorized boats but stocked with fish. Several easy to moderate hiking trails can be found, and cross-country skiing trails are groomed in the winter. Wildlife roaming the area includes chipmunks, moose, deer and even the occasional bear.
Address: 451 Arrowhead Park Rd. Huntsville, ON Canada P1H 2J4
1 705 789-5105
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Located on a peninsula surrounded by Lake Simcoe, McRae Provincial Park offers day users pleasurable swimming, picnicking and boating. The landscape is a mix of wetlands and forests, a great habitat for birds and animals.
Address: . Atherley ON
1 705 325-7290
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Kelvin Grove Park
Kelvin Grove Park on Shier Street features a children's playground, historic walkway, picnic tables, boat docking and launch. Access to the boat launch is via the bottom of Shaw Street, off Ecclestone Drive.
Address: Shier St. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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Kerr Park
Located beside the river on Beaumont Drive, Kerr Park is an inner city nature retreat with a bird sanctuary and hiking trail access. The park also features a children's playground, picnic tables and washrooms.
Address: Beaumont Dr. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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Annie Williams Park
Located on Santa's Village Road, this waterfront park features a beach area with docks and washrooms, a playground, picnic area and BBQs.
Address: Santa's Village Rd. Bracebridge ON CAN
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Jubilee Park
Pack a picnic basket and ball and head to Jubilee Park. This spacious park located on Wellington Street features picnic tables and washrooms.
Address: Wellington St. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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Haliburton Highlands Water Trails
A year round recreational destination for hikers, canoeists, campers and fishers, the Haliburton Highlands Water Trails consists of 28,000 hectares of lakes, rivers, trails and forest. Its purpose is to protect and manage area canoe routes and associated campsites. Camping permits are required May through October at Poker Lakes and Frost Centre areas.
Address: 20130 Hwy 35 N, Minden ON CAN K0M 2K0
 Send an Email 1 705 766-9033
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Bigwind Lake Provincial Park
This wild park is worth the journey off the beaten track. The park's historical landscape includes a ground moraine deposited by the last glaciation, Precambrian rocks, upland forests and lowland marshes, swamps and meadows. The park is open for day-use only and can be accessed via Highway 118 east from Bracebridge and then north along an unmaintained road, or by water from Bigwind Lake. There are no visitor facilities in the park.
Address: . Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 789-5105
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J. Albert Bauer Park
Located 16 km (10 mi) northeast of Huntsville, J. Albert Bauer Park is great for hiking, swimming and canoeing. The lakeside park boasts a mature forest of Maple, Hemlock, American Beech, Basswood and Yellow Birch. There are no visitor facilities and camping is not permitted.
Address: . Huntsville ON CAN
1 705 789-5105
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Situated approximately 19 kms west of Gravenhurst, Hardy Lake as an unusual collection of Atlantic coastal plain vegetation. The plants are thought to be the result of the glacial and post-glacial lakes that once submerged the land of Ontario. Hiking and canoeing are enjoyable activities in the area. There are no visitor facilities.
Address: . Gravenhurst, ON Canada
1 705 756-2746
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Bass Rock Park
This pleasant neighbourhood park is located on Wilsons Falls Road and offers visitors waterfront pathways to stroll and park benches to relax on.
Address: Wilsons Falls Rd. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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Memorial Park
This little park on the corner of Manitoba Street and Kimberley Avenue features a bandstand, fountain and park benches.
Address: Cnr Manitoba St & Kimberley Ave. Bracebridge ON CAN
1 705 645-8121
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The Tree Museum is a 200-acre woodland featuring fascinating permanent sculptures that integrate contemporary art into a stunning outdoor environment. Signs and information lead visitors on a self-guided walking tour through the woods to each installation. Hiking boots are recommended.
Address: Doe Lake Rd. Gravenhurst ON CAN
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A mere 12 kms north of Dorset is a picturesque playground, courtesy of nature. Educational training in natural resources, recreational activities such as snow shoeing, Nordic skiing and canoeing, and outdoor education programs are all components of the site.
Address: RR #2, Minden, ON Canada K0M 2K0
Send an Email (2) 1 705 766-2451
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As one of Canada's biggest provincial parks, Algonquin offers stunning scenery and excellent activities year round. During the winter, try snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. In the summer, enjoy camping, hiking and canoeing. Access the park via Highway 17 (to the north), Highway 60 (to the south and east) and Highway 11 and 35 (to the west). This park offers over 3,200 campsites near lakes and in the backcountry, most of them being in the backcountry. Motorboat restriction apply throughout the park area. Send an Email (33)
1 613 637-2780
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The Muskoka Wildlife Centre is an interactive learning park. The park contains over 50 acres of scenic walking trails where visitors can view wildlife in their natural habitat and visit exhibits along the way. The Wildlife Centre is where injured and abandoned animals come to get a second chance at life.
Address: Hwy 11 North Severn Bridge ON P0E 1N0
Send an Email 1 705 689-0222
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Torrance Barrens - Dark Sky Reserve
This conservation reserve covers 1990ha (4917 acres) of crown land near Torrance and is officially recognized as a Dark Sky Reserve for its lack of light pollution. Featuring ancient rock outcrops, rare plants and wildlife, and serene wilderness, Torrance Barrens is a great place for budding astronomers to observe a pristine, star-filled night sky, and for outdoor lovers to explore the many hiking trails. Blueberry picking is popular in summer and snowmobile trails run through the reserve in winter.
Address: Southwood Rd. Torrance ON CAN
Send an Email 1 705 645-7393
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