Highway 60
Short trails and visitor centres.
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Algonquin Provincial Park lies in Ontario, between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River, and is the oldest provincial park in Canada, established in 1893. It covers about 7,653 square kilometres and is among the country's most popular parks, thanks to its closeness to Toronto and Ottawa, with people coming for canoeing, camping and autumn colours. The park has grown greatly since its creation and now adjoins several smaller parks protecting nearby rivers. Logging was long a key activity here, and the Algonquin Logging Museum tells the story of that industry. There are over 2,400 lakes and 1,200 km of streams and rivers, among them Canoe Lake and the Petawawa and Amable du Fond rivers. Highway 60 crosses the south of the park, and most short trails and visitor centres lie along it, which suits people not camping. Lookouts open onto a sea of forest that turns gold and red in autumn. To reach the interior you must canoe between lakes or walk long trails. It is about 255 km in a straight line from Toronto, so a day trip is long and an overnight stay better. You need a car. Bring insect repellent in early summer, keep your distance from wildlife, and do not leave food out. Drive with care at dusk.
Short trails and visitor centres.
A sea of gold and red.
The story of an old industry.
Between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River, Ontario
It is possible but long, so an overnight stay is better.
No, Ontario Parks requires a daily vehicle permit.