Starting today, the Ontario government is gradually reintroducing camping in Ontario Parks and recreational camping on Crown land.
Backcountry camping will be available at Ontario Parks, including access points, paddle and portage routes and hiking trails.
Ontario Parks will also be expanding day-use activities to include picnicking and off-leash pet areas.
Following current provincial restrictions, no more than five people will be allowed to occupy a backcountry campsite during their stay, unless they live in the same household.
The closure of all other overnight camping and some day-use activities at provincial parks and conservation reserves has been extended to June 14 and will continue to be reassessed.
All buildings and facilities including campgrounds, roofed accommodations, visitor centers, park stores, playgrounds, and beaches remain closed. Some washroom facilities may be available.
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UPDATE: As of June 1, limited backcountry camping will be available at Ontario Parks. Please check our website for details: https://t.co/14VKUNj3f8
The closure of campgrounds will be extended to June 14. pic.twitter.com/lqEOTYLeuJ
— Ontario Parks (@OntarioParks) May 30, 2020
Meanwhile, more than half of Canada’s national parks are reopening today.
Minister of Environment Jonathan Wilkinson says 29 of the 48 national parks will open for day use, and there will be access to washrooms.
But he added camping will still not be allowed in national parks until at least June 21.
Reminder: ALL visitor facilities/vehicle access remain closed until May 31. Find out which places will open on June 1 and how to plan for your visit. Visiting our places will be different this year and not all locations will be open, so check in advance: https://t.co/R5pJwBpWPd pic.twitter.com/TPcbhexUXF
— Parks Canada (@ParksCanada) May 29, 2020