The wait is over…we’re officially open for the 2026 season 🎉
Park staff have been hard at work getting the park ready for opening, and we are so excited to welcome new and returning visitors to Rushing River.
A few reminders for all park visitors:
📢 We are currently under a boil water advisory! Check our Rushing River’s social media pages for updates
🌲Store Hours:
Monday – Thursday 9:00am – 4:00pm
Friday – Sunday 9:00am – 9:00pm
🚮 Stash your trash! Garbage should be placed in bear-proof garbage bins, or in your vehicle or hard-sided trailer. Keep your camping equipment clean and free of food odours.
Looking forward to seeing you at the park!
April showers brings May… anglers?
As the ice begins to recede, we're dreaming of long days spent in the boat, shore lunches and the perfect cast into the water 🎣
Rushing River offers the perfect gateway into Dogtooth Lake, known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass and Lake Trout. We also have two boat launches from either side of the park, allowing you to easily access the lake or to enjoy the sunset from the docks 🛶
Not interested in fishing? The Park also offers rental kayaks and paddleboards, as well as PFDs, available on a first come first served basis.
Let us know how you look forward to experiencing Dogtooth Lake or your favourite fishing memory below!
We're not the only ones waking up from a long winter!
Black Bears live across Ontario in forested areas where they can find enough food, shelter, and denning sites. This includes areas in and around the Park. To be bear-wise during your visit…
When hiking:
🐻 Travel in groups of two or more people, and watch for signs of bears.
🐻 Always make noise. It’s a good idea to bring a whistle to help scare bears away.
🐻 Keep dogs on leashes at all times. An unleashed dog running ahead on the trail might provoke a bear and lead it back to you.
At the campsite bears will be attracted by:
🐻 Strong food aromas
🐻 The scent of garbage
🐻 Ripe fruits and pet food left outside
All wildlife attractants are best stored in the trunk of your vehicle with its windows closed, where they can't be seen or smelled.
We want to share space with bears, keeping our human visitors and all our wildlife residents safe!
🔔 Hiring Notice
Are you looking to ...
✅ Work in the beautiful setting of Northwestern Ontario
✅ Apply your leadership and clerical experience in a new setting
✅ Gain skills in revenue, file management and customer service
Rushing River is looking for an Assistant Park Clerk to join our team! This contract goes from May - October, and is hiring immediately.
If you are interested in this role, send your resume to us at [email protected].
I wonder what's around the corner 👀
Maybe it’s a camping trip to Rushing River!
The official camping season starts on May 15th! Book now to secure your spot for opening weekend. Reservations can be made either online at Ontario Parks Reservations or by calling the reservation hotline at
1 888 668 7275 ⛺ Please note reservations cannot be made over the Rushing River Park phone number.
Looking for an April adventure? We are still open for day use, with Daily Vehicle Permits available online or at the Gatehouse!
Whenever you choose to visit, we cannot wait to welcome you back for the 2026 season! Happy adventuring ☀️
Looking for a student summer job where you can:
🖥️ unplug from the digital world?
🌳 connect with nature?
🤝 make life-long friends?
Ontario Parks is the place for you!
We're looking for gatehouse and store attendants, maintenance workers, and discovery rangers for the 2026 season.
Apply today at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca
🔔 CALLING ALL NORTHERN ONTARIO STUDENTS LOOKING TO MAKE AN IMPACT! 🔔
Do you love spending time outside in nature? Are you passionate about protecting Ontario's natural landscapes and cultural heritage? If you want to spend your summer making the world a better place, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are currently recruiting:
Gate attendants 😀
Maintenance workers 🔨
Discovery ranger 🔎
What are you waiting for? Apply now at https://www.ontarioparks.ca/careers
It may have felt like spring these last couple days, but there is still plenty of time to enjoy a winter adventure at Rushing River!
Whether you’re exploring our 18km of groomed cross country ski trails, having a winter picnic by the rapids, or enjoying a peaceful winter walk, it’s a lovely time of year to experience the park!
Check out the blog in our bio for more ideas on how you can make Rushing River your new favourite winter destination.
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Have you always wanted to explore Northern Ontario?
You're in luck - Rushing River Provincial Park is hiring student staff!
In 2026, we're recruiting:
Gate and store attendants🌲
Maintenance workers 🌳
Discovery rangers 🌿
Applications are now open, apply today at https://bit.ly/4r5enD7
We are hiring!
Have you ever been called a "Jack of all trades?"
If so, we've got the role for you where you might:
🥾 cover a lot of ground
♻️ manage recycling/garbage removal
🌲 help keep our park clean and tidy
☢️ remove hazards on trails
Rushing River Provincial Park, Sioux Narrows Provincial Park and Caliper Lake Provincial Park are looking to fill vacancies in the Maintenance Department. All of the parks are looking for Maintenance Workers, and Caliper Lake is also looking for a Maintenance Team Lead.
If you are interested in joining the team at one of these 3 parks this summer, submit an application at the links in our bio!
Deadline for both job postings is February 6th.
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Happy New Year from Rushing River Provincial Park!
As 2025 comes to a close, we at the park are taking a moment to reflect on everything we have to be grateful for this year. Another season of great campers, a fantastic team of staff, countless hikes and paddles, and many memories made around the campfire.
However you choose to ring in the new year, Rushing River will be looking forward to seeing you again for more adventures in 2026. We can't wait to see what this year has in store!
Feel free to share your favourite park memory from this year in the comments!
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Are you looking to progress your career with Ontario Parks? We are now hiring for a Senior Park Clerk!
In this role you will assist with budgeting, administrative duties and providing supervision to the gate department. This position works with all three parks in the cluster, Rushing River, Sioux Narrows and Caliper Lake.
If you are passionate providing leadership to a team delivering excellent customer service, and ensuring visitors have the best experience at the parks, this may be the role for you!
Apply at the link in our bio before November 27th.
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