Algonquin Provincial Park

Camping Update: 🚙 Campgrounds - Delayed Opening: Pog Lake Campground will open on Friday, May 15. Impacted reservation holders will be contacted by email. - Opening on Friday, May 8: Brent, Rock Lake, Raccoon Lake, Canisbay Lake, Lake of Two Rivers, Whitefish Lake Campgrounds 🏕️Backcountry - All access points will be open starting Friday, May 8! ‼️You can always find updates, such as boil water advisories and office hours, on our alerts page at: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/algonquin/alerts ⚠️ We remind everyone that spring conditions mean increased risk due to cold water, and unmaintained roads, trails and portages. Submersion in near-freezing water could quickly become a life-threatening situation.

On this National Love a Tree Day, we want to share with you the story of a modern-day giant. 🌲 At Post 3 on the Big Pines Trail stands the largest White pine along the trail, a tree that has survived incredible odds for more than two centuries. Its story began in 1790, when a forest fire cleared away leaf litter and opened just enough space for White pine seeds to germinate before other trees could take over. Nearly 100 years later, the pine narrowly escaped being cut during nearby logging operations because it was small for its age, stunted by the shade from taller trees. Ironically, the removal of those surrounding trees gave it the sunlight and space needed for a major growth spurt. Then, in 1928, another fire swept through the area. By then, the pine had grown large enough to survive the flames, and with even more competition removed, it shot upward once again, finally breaking above the canopy. Today, this 236-year-old giant stands an incredible 49 meters tall with a diameter of 1.24 meters. With all it has survived, we think it’s the perfect tree to pause beside and reflect on all the things that had to go right for it to still be here today and for us to be here to appreciate it. What’s your favourite tree in Algonquin Park?

The May Long Weekend is almost here! Who else has been counting down the days? Camping? 🚙 Check-in online. You will receive an email on the day of your trip to check in online. This allows you to confirm or update your licence plate and the names of all campsite occupants. ⛺Carry a digital (saved to your device) or printed copy of your confirmation letter on you while in the park. This will be your permit. 🚗 No need to display a permit on your vehicle dashboard or campsite post. Your licence plate will be used to verify your permit. Visiting for the day? ☀️Reserve your DVP up to five days in advance online at: https://reservations.ontarioparks.ca/ ⚠️ Always check our Alerts Page before your visit for office hours, boil water advisories, closures, etc.: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/algonquin/alerts We hope everyone has a safe and fun long weekend!

After that long winter, we are loving looking out at our lakes and seeing *water* and not *ice* Bring on the paddling, boating, fishing, and (eventually) swimming! ⚠️ Although our lakes are now 'ice-free', they are still 'ice-cold' and submersion in the water could quickly become a life-threatening situation this time of year.

Discover what is happening THIS MAY in Algonquin Park! ️ 🌼 You can also find our schedule on our events page at: /park/algonquin/events 🦆 There’s something for everyone. Come join in on the fun!

The sounds, sights, and wildlife of Algonquin in early spring. [Video: A series of videos of an early spring landscape in Algonquin with a variety of animals including a Red Fox, Canada Goose, American Bittern, Red-winged Blackbird, Beaver, Moose, Fox Sparrow, Ruffed Grouse, and American Robin]

Attention Backcountry Campers: Backcountry will open as scheduled on Friday, May 1st! *With some restrictions ❄️ The following Access Points remain inaccessible due to snow-covered roads and wash-outs: - Magnetawan Lake Access Point - Rain Lake Access Point (paddling and backpacking) - Brent/ Cedar Lake Access Point - Brain Lake Access Point - Bissett Lake Access Point - Basin Lake Access Point Impacted reservation holders will be contacted. 🚗Expect spring conditions on our Access Point Roads and drive with caution. ‼️Our full list of closures and spring updates can be found on our Alerts Page at: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/algonquin/alerts (link in bio) ⚠️ We remind everyone that spring conditions mean increased risk due to cold water, and unmaintained roads, trails and portages. Submersion in near-freezing water could quickly become a life-threatening situation. (Photo of Lake Opeongo)

Fishing trout in Algonquin Provincial Park this spring? Consider fishing lead free! Did you know that a single lost sinker or jig contains enough lead to kill a Common Loon or other waterbird? Instead of lead, choose alternatives that are readily available – such as bismuth, clay, steel, tungsten, or tin. Help protect our lakes and wildlife while enjoying the outdoors. A few other points to remember: -This year, Algonquin Park opened for trout fishing on Saturday, April 25th. -Review the rules and regulations: https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-fishing-regulations-summary/fisheries-management-zone-15 (link in bio) -No live baitfish is allowed to be used or possessed within Algonquin Park. Stay safe and good luck!

Hey Campground Campers: ⛺ 🚐 After a long, lingering winter, our campground staff are working hard to get our campgrounds ready for you! They have been fighting against snow, ice, flooding, washouts, and cold overnight temperatures. Four campgrounds have delayed openings: - Delayed until Friday, May 1: Tea Lake, Achray, Kiosk - Delayed until Friday, May 8: Brent The other campgrounds are scheduled to open: - Opening May 8: Canisbay, Lake of Two Rivers, Rock, Raccoon, Pog, Whitefish Campgrounds - Opening June 30: Kearney Campground Open year-round is Mew Lake Campground. See you soon! Remember, you can always find updates on our alerts page: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/algonquin/alerts (link in bio)

Spring is moving along here in Algonquin as the grasp of winter weakens. With the last of the snow melting away and the slow opening of lakes, other signs of spring begin to appear. . Beavers begin repairs on dams and lodges after a long winter, early spring birds like the Red-tailed Hawk and Swamp Sparrow return to the parks' wetlands and forests, and Moose enjoy the salty puddles along the highway after months of eating tree buds. During this time of year, the park takes on a neutral colour palate of dark greens of the spruces and pines and endless shades of browns of the hardwoods. . As the days go by, spring progresses faster and faster, and it won't be long until the first spring flowers emerge, the trees begin to leaf out, and the woods are filled with songs of colorful birds.

SPRING UPDATE: Lakes: - The vast majority of lakes in Algonquin Park remain ice covered. The ice is only starting to separate from the shoreline and open-up near river mouths. ‼️Our full list of closures and spring updates can be found on our Alerts Page at: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/algonquin/alerts (link in bio) 🌲Backcountry camping (both paddling and backpacking) remains closed at this time. If conditions allow we will open backcountry camping reservations up before May 1. 🚗 Many Access Point roads are not yet maintained and may be in poor condition at this time. Use at your own risk and please drive with caution. Some roads remain snow covered and inaccessible, others require 4WD - see the alerts page. ⛺ Delayed Campground Openings: Impacted campers have been contacted. - Delayed until Friday, May 1: Tea Lake, Achray, Kiosk - Delayed until Friday, May 8: Brent 🥾 Hikers should be prepared for wet, icy, snowy, and muddy conditions on trails. Whiskey Rapids Trail is closed due to flooding. ⚠️We remind everyone that spring conditions mean increased risk due to cold water, ice-covered lakes and unmaintained roads, trails and portages. Please exercise extreme caution when near rivers and waterbodies and stay away from open and fast flowing water, culverts and dams. Submersion in near-freezing water could quickly become a life-threatening situation. Photo 1: Aerial view of Lake Opeongo Photo 2: Aerial view of Lake of Two Rivers from East Beach Photo 3: Aerial view of Jake Lake Photo 4: Aerial view of Jack Lake

Think you know a lot about Algonquin Provincial Park? Want to share your knowledge and passion for the park with other visitors? We are hiring: A Park Clerk (Seasonal)! This is a unique Park Clerk role, where your main responsibility will be providing exemplary customer service by answering the Algonquin information phone line and the Algonquin information email. In this role, you will provide: • Customer Service • Information and Trip Planning • Training and Guidance • Clerical Services Apply By: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 11:59 pm EDT https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Preview.aspx?Language=English&JobID=243360 (link in bio)