Thanksgiving weekend is upon us! And over here in Ontario, we’re sure to make the most of it. Though we’ll definitely indulge in the delicious Thanksgiving feasts, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty of fall. That being said, we have compiled a list of some must-visit Ontario Parks for the best fall views this Thanksgiving weekend.
Here are 10 Ontario Parks worth checking out.
Algonquin Provincial Park
The OG fall viewing spot, if you will. Algonquin Provincial Park is a stunning landscape painted in yellow, red and orange during the fall season, transforming the beloved provincial park into an autumn wonderland.
Where: Hwy 60, P.O. Box 219 – Whitney, ON
When: Year-round
Balsam Lake Provincial Park
Love cottage country? Head to Balsam Lake Provincial Park. Here you’ll find plenty of trails, perfect for unwinding. One of these trails leads to a panoramic lookout – perfect for taking in autumn sights.
Where: 2238 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 48 – Kirkfield, ON
Where: Open until October 31st, 2024
Lake St. Peter Provincial Park
Here’s another fall adventure! Lake St. Peter has two hiking trails.
One of the trails leads to a spot overlooking Lake St. Peter and another leads through the ruins of a log cabin, both perfect to stroll around on a fall day.
Where: 356 Lake St. Peter Rd – Lake Saint Peter, ON
When: Open until October 15th, 2024
Lake Superior Provincial Park
According to Ontario Parks, “spectacular and diverse scenery – cliffs, beaches, river valleys, waterfalls, inland lakes, Algoma Hills and fall colours” are just a handful of views that await you at Lake Superior Provincial Park.
Where: 96 Broadway Ave – Wawa, ON
When: Until October 20th, 2024
MacGregor Point Provincial Park
According to Ontario Park’s Fall Colours report, MacGregor Point Provincial Park has reached 50% of its colour change for the season.
That means you can begin to see the changes around its forested landscape as you explore the park.
Where: 1593 Bruce Road 33, RR#1 – Port Elgin, ON
When: Year-round
Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park
About a two-hour drive east of Toronto is Kawartha Highlands Signature Site, the largest park in southern Ontario after Algonquin Provincial Park.
According to Ontario Parks, this spot is perfect for a fall getaway, even after Thanksgiving.
Where: 106 Monck Street, Box 500 – Bancroft, ON
When: Year-round
Restoule Provincial Park
Resotule is currently at 80% colour change making it one of the best spots of fall viewing. Ontario Parks recommends hitting up the Fire Tower Trail for the best viewing as it has a lookout spot!
Where: 8818 ON-534 – Restoule, ON
When: October 15th, 2024
Rondeau Provincial Park
During the fall season, Rondeau is the ideal place for a mindful hike, where you can find peace and solace as you venture through the beautiful Carolinian forest.
Feast your eyes on the surrounding landscape where trees glow in shades of red and orange and a warm hue takes over the atmosphere. It truly is breathtaking.
Where: 18050 Rondeau Park Road, Morpeth, ON
When: Year-round
Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park
About 50 km east of North Bay, on the northern border of Algonquin, is Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park.
The 14 km of trails zip through Canadian Shield forests which have fall colour viewing opportunities.
Where: 6905 ON-17 E, Mattawa, ON
Where: Open until October 15th, 2024
Silent Lake Provincial Park
Fall weekends call for road trips and getaways. Don’t let the brisk weather keep you indoors. Bundle up and explore Ontario! We suggest visiting Silent Lake Provincial Park for a few days of relaxation. We’re talking lakeside views and rustic heated cabins for your camping needs. Here’s what to know.
Where: 1589 Silent Lake Park Road – Bancroft, ON
When: March 23rd, 2025
And there you have it. Have a great Thanksgiving weekend!
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