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Ontario Opening Nearly 70 New Campsites Ahead of Peak Summer Season

ONTARIO-The Ontario government is opening 67 new campsites at three of the province’s most in-demand provincial parks.

This summer, MacGregor Point, Killarney and Driftwood Provincial Parks will offer new spaces.

“Camping is at the heart of summer for so many families across this province, and an Ontario Parks getaway is second to none,” said Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. “By opening 67 new sites – with hundreds more to come – we are creating more opportunities for families to enjoy Ontario’s incredible outdoors, supporting local businesses and helping people create lifelong memories to share with loved ones.”

Reservations for the new campsites open on June 15, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time for arrivals beginning June 26, 2026, through the Ontario Parks Reservation Service at the following parks:

  • MacGregor Point Provincial Park: 17 new campsites
  • Killarney Provincial Park: 25 new campsites
  • Driftwood Provincial Park: 25 new electrical campsites

Ontario Parks welcomed a record nearly 14 million park visits in 2025, reflecting the rapidly growing demand for outdoor recreation across the province. The new campsites will make it easier for more families and visitors to experience Ontario Parks while boosting domestic and international tourism that supports local businesses and jobs.

Ontario Parks has already completed electrical upgrades at 285 campsites across several provincial parks, including Sandbanks, Arrowhead and Turkey Point. These upgraded sites are currently available for reservation, with arrival dates varying by park and site.

 

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