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New Pictures of Spruce Point Park Campground & Marina

2010-04-06T17:22:00.001-07:00

Spruce Point Park Campground & Marina
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Spruce Point Park Campground & Marina
Kinuso, Alberta

Northern Alberta wilderness, the Boreal Forest, has so many unique and special qualities that make camping at Spruce Point the outdoors man's dream location and a families holiday hotspot. Fishing in Lesser Slave Lake is unlike any other lake in the province of Alberta; First the size of Lesser Slave Lake, 60+ miles long, up to 15+ miles wide, and Lesser Slave Lake is host to walleye, white fish, northern pike, pearch, and the only problem most fisherman have is deciding which fish to keep within their daily limit. Fishing is so good many zip back to the campsite and fry up the catch right away, going back out morning, afternoon, and evening. Spruce Point Park is truly a family-orientated campground & park, with playgrounds, over three miles of sandy beaches, the lake water is shallow for 100 yards in some areas; walking trails, bird watching, wildlife photography, mini-golf, golf frizbee, geocache hunting, or simply taking a towel and enjoy the sun on the warm sandy beach.

Since the campground and marina is operated by a non-profit society, there are local community volunteers, hired local workers, and the Park Managers that are always friendly and willing to help out Park Guests & Visitors with the location of park services, or what is happening in the local community around the park. A day trip into the local Hamlet of Kinuso for shopping, or arranging a horseback riding tour from one of the local farms; or just taking a drive back into the rolling foot hills to the south of Spruce Point Park; One can see why so many people call this wilderness location their home. No city noises, moose, deer, or elk walking around without a care in the world. Season after season people come back, and the smalltown-like community familiarity of remembering past visitors and guests that love the park as much as I do. The fresh air, amazing sunsets on the shimmering lake, there are dozens of reason why I have chosen this campground as my favorite.

Whether you are a caravan of RVs or a single family with a fifth-wheel & trailer; If you or a group of friends are ever traveling your way through Northern Alberta, Canada; you should seriously consider the Spruce Point Park Campground & Marina for at least one night of your tour.

With 250+ Campground Campsite Stalls, 100+ Marina Berths, Boat Rental, 20amp/30amp powered & non-powered camp sites, min-golf, no sewer hook-ups but have 2 sanitation dump stations, pull thru campsites, big for 40ft+ rigs, lake-shore campsites, lots of wilderness, fire pit, reclusive campsite lots, picnic table, walking trails, birdwatchers paradise, lots of outdoor washrooms, ball diamond, sandy beaches for miles, roadway water taps, firewood was $100 for heaping barrel full. The Marina Facility at the west end of the campground offered wheelchair access flush toliets, coin-operated showers, convenience store, burger kitchen, boat launch, berth rental, boat parts & accessories, fishing rods & tackle, fresh bait, bags of ice, soft ice cream and more. Enjoy evenings watching the sunsets while sitting on a old log on the beach, the glimmering water reflection for miles with rolling foothills to the south. A location that is worth checking out just for the wilderness & scenery if you love the outdoors.

Visit the Spruce Point Park Campground & Marina listing on CampSource at http://www.campsource.ca/parks/default.aspx?parkid=122 for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Bass Lake Provinical Park

2010-03-08T06:09:00.001-08:00

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Originally uploaded by finder1957

Follow Waterview Trail and learn how Bass Lake park, a farm for more than 100 years, was transformed to a recreational area. Just west of Orillia - close to historic Huronia - it is a popular spot for swimming, hiking, fishing and boating. Its fields and trails are good for skiing and snowshoeing in winter.

Visit the Bass Lake Provincial Park listing on CampSource at http://www.campsource.ca/parks/default.aspx?parkid=2941 for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

Pictures can be viewed on CampSource via the Flickr Slideshow at http://www.campsource.ca/parks/pictures.aspx?parkid=2941

If you have pictures of Bass Lake Provincial Park, and would like to add them to Campsource, go to the Flickr group for Bass Lake at http://www.flickr.com/groups/bass_lake_provincial_park/

Support CampSource and Donate to Charity

2010-03-05T08:32:00.000-08:00

CampSource has been helping campers plan their camping or RV vacation since 1997. The information on CampSource is free to campers and the listings are free to campground owners. CampSource is not a business but is owned and operated by one person committed to providing current information on more than 4,000 parks and campgrounds in Canada. This committment involves time to develop the website and database search functions and costs for website hosting and maintenance. If this website has value for you, please show your support by making a contribution to help keep it online and grow. Any amount no matter how small is welcome.

Your contribution will go towards website hosting and maintance costs and new features and enhancements for campers and campground owners. CampSource will also donate 10% to 25% of your contribution to a registered charity that is committed to the protection, preservation and enjoyment of our parks and campgrounds. This program was created in March 2010 so be the first to make a contribution.

Below is list of charities that will recieve donations through your contributions. Donations will be made to the charities through CanadaHelps.

Friends of Cypress Hills Provincial Park - Saskatchewan
Our mission is to protect, preserve, and enhance the diverse natural and human history found in Fish Creek Park.

Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society - Alberta
The Objective of the organization is to work cooperatively and under agreement with The Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park management and staff, to enhance the educational, recreational, and Interpretive programs in the Cypress Hills Park as well as facilities in the Park. To foster appreciation and understanding of the natural ecosystems of the Cypress Hills, its management and use and to provide ongoing management services to bequests made by individuals and/or corporations for use in activities of the park or for furtherance of educational or cultural purposes.

Friends of Jasper National Park Association - Alberta
Friends of Jasper National Park exists to promote understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of Jasper National Park' natural history and cultural heritage. Our programs, services and projects are designed to inspire respect through education and active involvement in the care of the park.

Friends of Killarney Park - Ontario
Friends of Killarney Park is a not-for-profit, charitable organization whose primary mandate is to develop programs and materials to promote public awareness, education, and understanding of the Park's natural and cultural resources. Comprised of a volunteer Board of Directors and a general membership, our activities include running special protection and education Programs, developing and distributing park Publications, retailing Killarney specific, educational products in the Outpost and supporting research projects.

The Friends of MacGregor Point Park - Ontario
The Friends of MacGregor Point Park is an not-for-profit, charitable organization whose primary mandate is to support the interpretive, educational and research programs at MacGregor Point Provincial Park. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors,
we support the objectives of Ontario Parks - protection, heritage appreciation, outdoor recreation and tourism. In partnership with MacGregor Point Provincial Park, we promote, supplement and enhance the programs, facilities and resources of the park. We are committed to investing time and money in MacGregor Point for the benefit of future generations.

The Friends of Presqu'ile Park - Ontario
The Friends of Presqu'ile Park is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing the educational and interpretive aspects of Presqu'ile Provincial Park. Our efforts are focused on providing to all Park visitors an understanding and an appreciation of the unique natural and cultural history of Presqu'ile Park.

Housekeeping items

Donations will be made to the charity on or about the first of the month

Donations may be made to 1 or more charities, depending on the monthly contribution amounts

Since you are making a contribution to CampSource and not a direct donation to the charity, you will not receive an income tax receipt

Ontario Parks is updating their reservation service

2009-10-28T05:50:00.000-07:00

Ontario Parks is updating its campsite reservation system. When you go to make your reservation on-line or at our call centre you will notice a new look and many new improvements. There will be some changes from our previous service.

Here's what you need to know:

We have obtained a new reservation service provider called Mediamix Interactive Incorporated (MMI). MMI has experience in providing campsite reservation services to several clients across Canada, and are located in Toronto, Ontario.

Our phone number and web address will stay the same. You can continue to go to www.OntarioParks.com or 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275) to make your campsite reservation. The call centre hours will be slightly shorter - now from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm (as opposed to 11:00 pm). On-line reservations can still be made 24 hours/day, 365 days a year.

If you are currently an Ontario Parks user and have made a reservation with us in the past, you will be receiving an email with your new temporary login and password which will allow you to update your account before making your campsite reservation.

It will now cost less to make a reservation! The reservation fee will be reduced to $9.00 (savings of $3.00), and cancellations/changes to reservations will be reduced to $7.00 (savings of $2.00). There will be an even greater savings if the reservation is made on-line as it will only cost $8.00 to make a reservation and $5.00 to cancel or change a reservation.

To assist you with navigating the reservation service options, we have set up a "Frequently Asked Questions" site available at the website link above.

Over time, new enhancements to the reservation service will be made available such as adding campsite photos and an online shopping cart feature that holds your campsite for a short time while you get ready to pay for it.

Save this web link for easy access as we will continue to update these pages with information about the new features as they are rolled out.

We hope you enjoy the new reservation experience. Please let us know what you think by sending us your comments here.

For more information, visit the Ontario Parks website at http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/reservations/index.html

How to Choose the Right Camping Sleeping Bag

2009-08-19T02:48:00.000-07:00

Choosing the right camping sleeping bag can be a big task for many people. But once you decide on the qualities that you want, you will be sure to find one that suits your needs. We have also put together a list of various types of camping equipments on our site for our valued readers; the link is attached at the end of this article.

This article will explore the different aspects that you will need to consider while choosing a sleeping bag for yourself.

Camping destination

It is important to determine the type of camping grounds or campsite that you will be heading to. Taking into account of the terrain, temperature, climate and weather conditions are a big part in choosing your own camping sleeping bag. Most camping bags have a designated minimum temperature at which it can continue to keep you warm.

Temperature conditions

In a colder environment, the right camping equipment is very important, not only that it keeps you warm, it is essential to have good warm protection in order to prevent hypothermia. Keeping in mind that despite the claim that it can withstand temperatures to -20 degrees, be aware that in a -20 degrees environment, this may not be entirely sufficient to keep you warm. You will find that in this instance, having a bag liner is a good idea, as it adds between 8 to 10 degrees of warmth and comfort for you.

Materials used

You will find that there are a lot of options in terms of materials used in sleeping bags. There are the outer shell, inner lining, filling and much more that makes a difference to the quality and price of the sleeping bag. A widely used filling is synthetic material, as it provides enough warmth and is light weight to carry around while you are on a camping adventure. Keep an eye for the types of material used and you will be able to make a good choice for your new sleeping bag. Another tip is to make sure that it is waterproof, it helps to protect the bag from getting soaked and keeps you warm too.

Shapes and sizes

The bags come in various shapes and sizes. This is ensure that there is a snug fit between the you and sleeping bag, as this helps to trap air inside the bag, keeping you warm for longer. A lot of the bags will be mummy bags which taper in at the foot. You will also find that there is more padding around the foot. These two aspects help keep your feet warmer and is actually quite a desirable aspect in a sleeping bag. A sleeping bag that has a hood to wrap snugly around the head is also a good choice.

These are the main points to consider when choosing your perfect sleeping bag and hopefully with it, you will find the right one in no time at all.

Margaret Mcbrynt loves travel adventure and camping. Due to this strong interest in camping and travel adventures, hence she has a thorough understanding of the plannings and equipments needed, in order to have a successful travel adventure. Visit her site on camping sleeping bag to find the right camping bag for yourself. Feel free to check out her site at travelling the planet as well.

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Choosing the right tent

2009-08-07T06:24:00.000-07:00

There are many things to consider when purchasing a tent.

As a general rule, buy a tent that is rated for 2 more people than will actually sleep in it. For example, if you need a tent that will sleep 4 people, buy a tent that is rated for 6 people. The reason for this is that the tent rating systems do not take into account your gear or room to move around. However, if you will be heading into the interior, you may want to split up your party into smaller tents. The more people the tent can hold, the bulkier and heavier the tent becomes!

Many tents come with a fly for rainy weather. The fly should cover the sides of the tent, not just the top.

The floor should be one-piece, waterproof, and come a few inches up the sides of the tent where it meets the tent wall. This keeps the seam off the ground and away from water.

Windows and/or roof vents help to improve air circulation and eliminate condensation inside the tent. There should be bug-proof meshing in all vents and doors to keep the bugs out.

Lastly, the tent should have a heavy-duty zipper on the door. If the zipper breaks, it is likely that you will have to buy a new tent!

Ontario Park Insider Report on Bonnechere

2009-07-20T14:05:00.000-07:00

Belted kingfishers swoop across the river and the pileated woodpecker's hysterical call echoes throughout the backwoods. American bitterns sing out from patches of sedge where the river widens, and an assortment of warblers flutter through the trees. Wildlife abounds along the shores of the Bonnechere River, part of Bonnechere Provincial Park.

Winding its way through the northern portion of the Madawaska Highlands, between the southeast border of Algonquin Park and Round Lake, The Bonnechere is rich in human history too. Aboriginal peoples hunted, fished and trapped, lumbermen felled trees, and immigrant settlers cleared farms. Over time, each group left its mark on the landscape.

Thanks to extensive archeology research performed by members of the Ontario Archaeological Society, the park has been able to bring its rich human history to life. So rich in fact, that research has uncovered human activity in the region that dates as far back as 3000 B.C. There are several events you can be a part of throughout the year, simply log on to the Friends of Bonnechere website to find out more.

Nearby and Natural

Bonnechere is a great base camp for exploring the natural and historical wealth of the region. Once you are finished discovering the wonders of the park, hop in your car, grab your hiking boots or paddle and discover some of these hidden gems.

Basin Depot, a historical site located a few kilometres north of the main campground inside the boundary of Algonquin Park, contains the ruins of an old shantytown loggers inhabited between 1850 and 1913. A well-constructed log home built by the McLachlin Lumber Company in 1892 is still intact, making it the oldest standing building in the Algonquin region. The house served as a hospital during a diphtheria epidemic in 1911, and at least seven gravesites hidden in a nearby poplar grove remain as signs of the outbreak. There are ten self-guided hikes to various historic and scenic sites along the upper Bonnechere River at Basin Depot.

Heading in the opposite direction, take a driving tour of the Bonnechere River Watershed to Eganville. Once there, you can visit the Bonnechere Museum, which features the natural and cultural landscapes of the Bonnechere River watershed. After lunch, follow the Fourth Chute Road to Ontario's Natural Underground Wonder - the Bonnechere Caves where award-winning guides lead you underground through a series of eerie and entrancing passages.

Copyright Queen's Printer for Ontario, 2008

For more information, go to the Bonnechere listing on CampSource.

New Pictures of Glacier View RV Park

2009-06-14T08:51:00.001-07:00

view of Glacier
Originally uploaded by Glacier View RV Park

Glacier View RV Park in Smithers, British Columbia has added pictures of their campground. You can view the pictures here. If you have pictures of Glacier View RV Park, you can add them to CampSource via the Flicker group for Glacier View RV Park.

About Glacier View RV Park. Panoramic view of glacier. 3 NEW Kitchen CABINS available. Free WIFI Free relaxing,clean, hot showers with stay.Listen to nature music while having a shower. Large handicap shower/room available for those needing extra space. 5 - Power/Sewer/Water long pull-throughs, 12 - Power/Water back-ins,Tent sites. Coin laundromat,Indoor dishwashing sink,flower gardens & water fountains, bird feeders.

Visit the Glacier View RV Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Algonquin Provincial Park Interior

2009-06-04T08:52:00.001-07:00

Algonquin Moose
Originally uploaded by Marty MacG

Explore Algonquin at its best! A vast landscape of maple hills, rocky ridges, spruce bogs, and thousands of lakes, ponds, and streams await those who seek the rugged beauty of Algonquin Provincial Park by canoe or on foot.

Algonquin Park is the oldest and most famous provincial park in Ontario and one of the largest in Canada. Algonquin is just three or four hours away from Toronto or Ottawa, and stretches across 7,725 square kilometres of wild and beautiful lakes and forests, bogs and rivers, cliffs and beaches - a canoeist's and camper's paradise as far as the eye can see. The essence of Algonquin is in its vast interior of maple hills, rocky ridges, and thousands of lakes. The only way to explore the interior of this park is by canoe or on foot. There is also a second Algonquin - along the 56-kilometre stretch of Highway 60. Here you can enjoy camping at one of eight campgrounds, hike one of 14 trails, take part in extensive education programs, and visit Algonquin’s superlative Visitor Centre and the Logging Museum.

Visit the Algonguin Provincial Park Interior listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

Ontario Parks Insider Report on Grundy Lake

2009-04-23T12:15:00.000-07:00

Grundy Lake Provincial Park has it all. It's far enough away from urban areas to lessen the weekend crowds but close enough to lessen the boredom the kids have to endure during the car ride. One viewing of Madagascar 2 and a couple episodes of Scooby-doo and you'll have the family setting up camp under a rich canopy of northern pine and spruce. Campsite choice is excellent at Grundy; all are well maintained and laid out for tent or trailer.

Hiking trails are also supreme. The park offers three main loop treks ranging from 2 to 4 kilometres in length, and all take you on a spectacular tour of the region's natural attractions: barren rock of the Precambrian Shield, tranquil stream, dense forest, beaver ponds and vibrant wetlands (one being home to an impressive Great Blue Heron nesting site, also known as a rookery). And according to Grundy Lake regulars, after a long hike it's tradition to take a twilight swim at "The Rock" - located on the east side of Grundy Lake, between White Pine and Red Maple campgrounds.

But the best part about Grundy Lake is that the half-dozen lakes making up a good portion of the park are all motorboat free, which in turn provides great canoeing, kayaking and fishing opportunities. Paddling on Grundy Lake, Gurd Lake and Gut Lake are popular day outings. Grundy Lake's ultimate plus, however, is the backcountry sites. Ten interior sites have been added to Grundy, Gurd, Beaver and Pakeshkag Lakes. These are perfect for families wanting to try out interior canoe and kayak tripping, experience a more natural (and less crowded) camping experience, but still want to be close to all the conveniences of the campground (showers, laundry, firewood, Natural Heritage Education Programs) just a short paddle away.

And for those rainy days, drive 15 minutes north of Grundy Lake to visit the French River Visitor Centre or into Sudbury just 60 kilometres north to visit Science North.

Copyright Queen's Printer for Ontario, 2008

For more information, go to the Grundy Lake listing on CampSource.

Ontario Park Insider

2009-04-21T06:58:00.000-07:00

If you would like to be informed about important dates, events and news, as well as special offers from Ontario Parks and their partners, sign up for the Ontario Parks Insider. The current issue (April 8, 2009) contains articles on featured campgrounds, gearing up for spring, wildflowers of the provincial parks, and more.

New Pictures of Mono Cliff Provincial Park

2009-04-11T07:30:00.001-07:00

Mono Cliff Provincial Park
Originally uploaded by Richard Cleaver

Mono Cliffs contains a significant section of the Niagara Escarpment, including crevice caves, an upland limestone plain, and talus slopes. The park features two prominent masses of rock, separated by erosion from the main rock body. When this occurs, the resultant feature is called an outlier. Botanists have noted that the local vegetation includes a particularly rich diversity of ferns. This park is part of the Niagara Escarpment Parks System, and the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve. The park offers parking lots, toilets, and trails for hiking. The natural features in the park are fragile.

Pictures of Mono Cliff Provincial Park, Penetangusishene, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Mono Cliff Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Mono Cliff Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Visit the Mono Cliff Provincial Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Killbear Provincial Park

2009-04-11T07:24:00.001-07:00

Killbear Provincial Park
Originally uploaded by Richard Cleaver

This Georgian Bay peninsula is a water lover's paradise for swimming and sailing, fishing and boating. Camp by a sandy beach, on a rocky shore or under the trees. Hike to lookouts for views of Parry Sound, that lonely white pine on a windswept rock or one of Georgian Bay's spectacular sunsets.

Pictures of Frontenac Provincial Park, Penetangusishene, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Killbear Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Killbear Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Visit the Killbear Provincial Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Frontenac Provincial Park

2009-04-11T07:11:00.001-07:00

Frontenac Provincial Park
Originally uploaded by Richard Cleaver

Situated on a southern arm of the Canadian Shield north of Kingston, this semi-wilderness park features granite outcrops, vast wetlands and mixed forests, plants and wildlife. Trails wind through rugged terrain to Moulton Gorge, the Arkon Lake Bog, the Black Lake homestead and the Crab Lake mines. From Otter Lake, hikers and canoeists head into the interior for glimpses of osprey and kingfisher, deer and black bear, coyote and fox, and abundant beaver. Wilderness skills courses are offered in summer and winter.

Pictures of Frontenac Provincial Park, Penetangusishene, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Frontenac Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Frontenac Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Visit the Frontenac Provincial Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Awenda Provincial Park

2009-04-10T14:23:00.001-07:00

Awenda Provincial Park
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Nippissing Bluff drops 60 metres into Georgian Bay. Across the water is Giant's Tomb, an island where the spirit Kitchikewana rests. Below the bluff, sand, cobble and boulder beaches in sheltered Methodist Point Bay offer the best swimming. Like the kettle lake inland, they are signs of a glaciated past. From the shoreline fen to forest bog, on spirit walks and owl prowls, explore a unique convergence of wildlife and geography.

Pictures of Awenda Provincial Park, Penetangusishene, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Awenda Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Awenda Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Visit the Awenda Provincial Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp

2009-04-07T11:55:00.001-07:00

Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Come in and enjoy Canadian hospitality and a friendly family campground atmosphere on scenic Marble Lake. Some 1200' of shallow sandy bottom waterfront free of leeches/algaes/motorboats and sandy beach awaiting you. We put in all our efforts to make your vacation, or just a short stay, unforgettably good. Live music events, BBQ's, Fireworks, Hay Rides and more. Free of charge Kids-Klub in July & August. Free showers, clean washroom/laundry facilities. Seasonal sites, rental trailer/cabin/cottage available. Close to trail system. Open January to November. There is plenty for the family to enjoy. Challenge the great outdoors with nearby hiking through wilderness, white water rafting or moose & elk watching. You'll love it!

Pictures of Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp, Bancroft, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp pictures or add your pictures to the Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp Group on Flickr.

Visit the Bancroft Tent & Trailer Camp listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Driftwood Beach Park

2009-04-05T18:05:00.001-07:00

Driftwood Beach Park
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Driftwood Beach Park, a family oriented seasonal RV park and campground on beautiful Lakelet Lake. Located west of Clifford Ontario, this family retreat offers Ontario's finest in recreational camping.

Pictures of Driftwood Beach Park, Clifford, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Driftwood Beach Park pictures or add your pictures to the Driftwood Beach Park Group on Flickr.

Visit the Driftwood Beach Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Highland Pines Campground

2009-04-04T08:09:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by CampSource

Only an hour from the city, you'll find it easy to leave the hustle and bustle behind in our natural setting. Located on the north shore of Lake Belwood, near the historical towns of Fergus and Elora, Highland Pines is the perfect family camping place. Lake Belwood is a Grand River Conservation Authority lake that has an abundance of boating, water skiing and fishing. Launch your boat from our ramp or enjoy our beach for a swim – and don't forget to build a sandcastle with the kids! Our campground is open for your family to enjoy from early May to Canadian Thanksgiving.

Pictures of Highland Pines Campground, Belwood, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Highland Pines Campground pictures or add your pictures to the Highland Pines Campground Group on Flickr.

Visit the Highland Pines Campground listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Whale Cove Campground

2009-02-04T09:49:00.001-08:00

Whale Cove Campground - Airview
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Pictures of Whale Cove Campground, Digby, Nova Scotia have been added to CampSource. View the Whale Cove Campground pictures or add your pictures to the Whale Cove Campground Group on Flickr.

Visit the Whale Cove Campground listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Buffalo Pound Provincial Park

2009-01-21T06:32:00.001-08:00

Buffalo Pound Provincial Park - Bison Herd
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Pictures of Buffalo Pound Provincial Park, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan have been added to CampSource. View the Buffalo Pound Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Buffalo Pound Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Once used by early Indians to corral bison, Buffalo Pound is now famous for its captive herd. The Qu'Appelle Valley scenery, migrant waterfowl viewing, Nicolle Flats Interpretive Area, Marsh Boardwalk, and nature/hiking trails make the park a must to visit. Barrier-free facilites available.

Visit the Buffalo Pound Provinical Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

Free Camping Guides

2009-01-20T06:09:00.000-08:00

There are many paper and electronic publications available for free from the various provincial tourism sites, camping associations, and government sites. Here is a list of Provincial websites where you can download and/or order camping and travel information to help plan your camping vacation.

British Columbia - The British Columbia Lodging and Campground Assocition has their British Columbia Camping Guide available on-line. You can also order a Travel Guide from the British Columbia Official Tourism Site.

Alberta - Download or order your free Alberta Travel Guide.

Saskatchewan - Download the Saskatchewan Camping Guide from the Saskatchewan Camping Association.

Manitoba - Order Vacation Kits from Travel Manitoba.

Ontario - Download the Ontario Provincial Parks Guide from Ontario Parks. Order the Ontario Camping Directory for $6.95 from the Ontario Private Campgrounds Association (OPCA). Ontario Travel has many Travel Guides available for free. Most are available in PDF format.

Quebec - Order the Quebec Camping Guide from Camping Quebec.

Newfoundland - Order a Travel Guide for Newfoundland Labrador Tourism.

Nova Scotia - Request a Camping Guide from the Nova Scotia Campgrounds Association. Download Provincial Parks Brochures from Nova Scotia Provincial Parks.

New Brunswick - Order your New Brunswick Vacation Planner from New Brunswick Tourism.

Prince Edward Island - Order or download the Prince Edward Island Visitors Guide from PEI Tourism.

Yukon - Download campground information from the Yukon Government.

New Pictures of DeeJay RV Park and Campground

2009-01-16T11:19:00.001-08:00

DeeJay RV Park and Campground
Originally uploaded by CampSource

DeeJay RV Park and Campground provides short to long term holiday vacations in a 23 acre parkland setting in Barriere B.C.. Enjoy camping in central British Columbia halfway between Vancouver BC and famed Jasper, Alberta. Camp in one of 42 campsites with electricity and water or 10 RV sites complete with electricity and sewer hook-up. Fish for Rainbow Trout or watch Salmon fight their way to their spawning grounds. Throw away your fixed itinerary and go golf or explore the mountains and canyons, beaches and rivers in the Barriere area.

Pictures of DeeJay RV Park and Campground, Barriere, British Columbia have been added to CampSource. View the DeeJay RV Park and Campground pictures or add your pictures to the DeeJay RV Park and Campground on Flickr.

Visit the DeeJay RV Park and Campground listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

New Pictures of Balsam Lake Provincial Park

2009-01-15T12:12:00.001-08:00

Balsam Lake Provincial Park
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Pictures of Balsam Lake Provincial Park, Kirkfield, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Balsam Lake Provincial Park pictures or add your pictures to the Balsam Lake Provincial Park Group on Flickr.

Located in the picturesque Kawarthas, Balsam Lake is an all-season recreational park along the Trent-Severn Waterway. In summer, swim at a clean, safe beach, hike to a lookout tower, fish for bass, sail and windsurf. Come in spring for wildflowers and in October for autumn glory.

Visit the Visit the Balsam Lake Provinical Park listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.

Plan Your Camping Trip in Ontario

2009-01-15T08:48:00.000-08:00

There are many resources available on the Internet to help your plan your next camping trip in Ontario.

CampSource has over 800 Ontario parks and campgrounds listed in the database with contact information, rates, facilities, pictures, reviews, and more.

Have you ever wondered if there was a firewood ban or water boiling advisory in place at one of the Ontario Provincial Parks? Now you can view the On-Line Park Report that will give you this information including beach advisory and campsite vacancy. There is also a fall colour report and ski report.

The Weather Network has a Park Report on many of the Ontario Provincial Parks for weather. They also have a Bug Report, Forest Fire Watch, and U/V Report.

The 2008 Ontario Provincial Parks Guide is available in PDF format. It is not known when the 2009 guide will be ready but you will likely be able to download it from the same link.

You can order the 2009 Ontario Camping Directory for $6.95 from the Ontario Private Campgrounds Association (OPCA). The annual guide contains information on more than 400 private campgrounds that are members of the OPCA.

Ontario Travel has many Travel Guides available for free. Most are available in PDF format.

New Pictures of Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort

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Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort
Originally uploaded by CampSource

Pictures of Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort, Peterborough, Ontario have been added to CampSource. View the Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort pictures or add your pictures to the Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort Group on Flickr.

Family Resort located in the heart of the Kawarthas on the southern tip of Chemong Lake. They offer full service seasonal trailer sites, weekly and overnight RV camping, year round waterfront housekeeping cottages, clean washrooms, hot showers, docking facilities, excellent fishing, boating, horseshoes, badminton, relaxation, and more. They are only 10 minutes from Peterborough, 90 minutes from Toronto, and 3 hours from Ottawa.

Visit the Visit the Lancaster Cottage and Trailer Resort listing on CampSource for contact information, facilities, rates, directions, campground reviews, and more.