Have you been feeling the call of the wild? Are you itching for a morning surrounded by nature, where the birds are chirping and the hustle & bustle of the city feel far away? Yeah, us too. But we’ve got a solution, and it comes in the form of some of the best camping spots that aren’t too far from Toronto. So, we’ve teamed up with Mark’s to get you geared up for these six awesome places to camp this summer and fall.
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Let’s plan an adventure, shall we?
SIBBALD POINT
Love the water? This is your spot! Swim, canoe, fish, sail, test out those new floaties, whatever floats your boat. Pun very intended. Plus, you’ve got the huge beach right there on Lake Simcoe so you can soak up the sun all day long. End the night off with a gorgeous sunset before zipping the ol’ tent up.
Distance from Toronto: 1 hr 30 mins
BON ECHO
This campground is beautiful as it is historically significant. Seriously, along with a range of hiking trails and scenic views of the lake, hop on an interpretive boat tour on Mazinaw Lake to check out the 260 Indigenous pictographs on Mazinaw Rock. This camping experience has something for everyone, from RV & car camping, to backcountry hike-in and canoe-in sites available.
Distance from Toronto: 3 hrs 30 mins
ALBION HILLS
This conservation park is perfect for the adventure seeker out there. Fill your days with mountain biking on over 50 km of trails in the forest of Caledon, suitable for riders of all ages and skill levels. And, in the evenings, relax by the fire at your riverside campsite.
Distance from Toronto: 1 hr 15 mins
LANDS END PARK
When you take one look at the views that Tobermory has to offer, you instantly realize why it deserves to be on this list. There are a few campsites to choose from, and you can even rent a cabin if you’d prefer, but we’d recommend Land’s End Park as your go-to campsite. No matter how you do it, make sure you get out to that gorgeous blue coastline!
Distance from Toronto: 4 hrs
BASS LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK
At Bass Lake, you’ve got plenty of solid options for setting up camp. There are four different car camping options along with three group camping areas that you can reserve. Plus, Bass Lake is perfect for water activities and hiking, so you’ve got all the activities you could want.
Distance from Toronto: 2 hrs
ROCKWOOD CONSERVATION AREA
At just over an hour outside of Toronto, Rockwood Conservation Area is perfect for a single-night getaway or weekend escape. You’ll fall in love with the massive limestone cliffs and glacial potholes that make this one of the most unique natural landscapes around.
Distance from Toronto: 1 hr 15 mins
Well then folks, there you have it. Get those campground resos booked and make the most out of your summer!
