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This Ontario park has a known isolated white pine tree that is reminiscent of famous paintings

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Although we’re only a few weeks into the fall season, it’ll come and go just like that. And if you don’t make the most of it, you’ll miss out on the beauty that is Ontario. We’re all about peaceful and serene, outdoor getaways this fall so if you’re on the same vibe, this Ontario park is worth the trip. With a lookout point offering scenic vistas of Georgian Bay and a lonesome tree that inspires art, a trip to Killbear Provincial Park is in order.

Killbear is located about three hours away from Toronto and boasts its stunning natural features and over 30 km of Georgian Bay shoreline.

Though this is definitely a day-trip hot spot, Destination Ontario recommends making it a longer trip and camping for a few days.

What to do at Killbear

Killbear offers car camping at all of its seven campgrounds. Only three sites, Kilcoursie, Beaver Dams, and Harold Point Campgrounds, offer electricity. But if you’re more of a day-tripper, you can still experience an unplugged getaway in a single day.

It’s important to note that the park does close for the season on November 4th, 2024. So if you’d like to go camping, check out its availability online ASAP.

For bird watchers, you may spot woodpeckers, warblers, wood thrushes, herons, hawks, and hummingbirds while on a hike.

There are four trails that range from easy to moderate and guides you through different types of forests.

The shorter route, Lighthouse Point Trail is an 800 m loop that takes you to the tip of Killbear Point. Here is where you’ll catch a spectacular view of Georgian Bay and interesting rockscapes, according to Ontario Parks.

Its famous tree

According to Destination Ontario, just along its shore, atop a rocky platform is a “windswept isolated white pine tree” which is known as “The Killbear Tree.”

“This picturesque tree is reminiscent of famous Group of Seven and Tom Thomson paintings,” shares the site.

The mighty tree stands alone, facing whatever Mother Nature throws its way. Some may say there’s symbolism behind its stature, others may too find art in its branches

Or it’s just a bent tree.

Nonetheless, it serves as a pretty cool picture.