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Tiny Village Woodland

23 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents96 acres · Arden, ON

Tiny Village Woodland Park, is a private campground spread across 96 acres of stunning nature, offering a variety of spots for every kind of camper. Whether you're into cozy cabins, fancy glamping, or just pitching your tent under the stars, we've got you covered. And if you're all about RVs, we've got serviced daily spots and even seasonal spots for those who want to make Woodland Park their home away from home. Our mission? To provide an extraordinary experience for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. We believe that enjoying the great outdoors shouldn't come with a hefty price tag. So, whether you're roasting marshmallows with the family or taking a solo hike to recharge, we've designed Woodland Park to be your affordable escape into the beauty of Mother Nature. Cherish the simple joys in life, for it's the little moments that transform your time with us into something truly special. We're here to ensure that your stay at Woodland is more than just a getaway – it's a memory in the making, filled with relaxation, adventure, and those unforgettable, cherished moments.

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Backwoods Cabin Co

3 sites · Lodging11 acres · Tweed, ON

Welcome to Backwoods Cabin Co. We have two unique glamping cabins available on our property located on the outskirts of Tweed and Madoc. The perfect spot to unwind, relax, and snuggle by the wood stove. There is a loop trail that goes around the entire 11 acres of land. There are markers along the trail so you know the boundaries of the area My family and I live on the property, we are here if you need anything urgently. We do spend a lot of time outside so the odd time you might hear our kids playing. We do have 2 VERY friendly dogs named Copper and Chief who might bark at you when you pull into the driveway but are on an electric fence so cannot get back to the cabin. We also have an outdoor cat named Wessie that may come and say hello. Follow us @backwoodscabinco *** PLEASE NOTE: THIS CABIN IS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WOODS SO THERE WILL BE BUGS IN THE APPROPRIATE SEASONS (SPRINGTIME BLACK FLIES AND MOSQUITOS, SUMMERTIME MOSQUITOS AND DEER FLIES, FALL SOMETIMES MOSQUITOS) ***

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Fagan Lake Heights

1 site · RV, Tent200 acres · Maberly, ON

Located only 1 hour +/- to Ottawa or Kingston! This property provides great access to a secluded level campsite surrounded by mature hardwoods and white pine, overlooking Fagan Lake. There is an outhouse and firepit on-site, with firewood included (please don't bring your own firewood). Supplied Adirondack and other lawn chairs will really make your campfires special! Pets on leash are welcome. Tents, camper trailers and RVs up to 20 feet are welcome. This is a level pull-in site. There is a covered post-and-beam picnic shelter on site for rainy days. A supplied BBQ, a large kitchen prep table, and a small round dining table complete the "glamping" feel. There's always a full 18 litre jug of drinking water on site, although we recommend that you also bring your own water. Access to a secluded lake which is about 2.5 km x 0.5 km in size, and connected to Bennett Lake by the Fall River. The lake is rugged and remote - only 8 cottages on the whole lake. Swimming off the dock, or paddle over to the jumping rocks across the lake. Bring your canoe or kayak and explore the lake and wetlands. Or bring your mountain bikes and enjoy the backroads. This property is in the heart of Lanark County, with all amenities within a 20-minute drive. Lots of hiking trails nearby, and a nice sand beach at Silver Lake Provincial park 10 minutes away. We're not far from Murphy's Point and Sharbot Lake PP as well. If you like dark skies and quiet woods and going to bed listening to frogs and barred owls, or waking up with the woodland birds, this is the place. No artificial lights here, and you can see the Milky Way clearly on a dark night.

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Bushwood!

3 sites · Tents55 acres · Godfrey, ON

This area was once the bottom of a glacial lake as can be evidenced by the abundance of smooth round rocks. You will see many of the rocks have been piled up or made into walls to once make way for cattle to pasture. Now the land is slowly returning back to the forest. We work hard to be environmentally friendly and support the abundance of wildlife living in the area. Choose from three uniquely different areas for country camping on 55 acres.: Pine Solitude! : A Slice of Heaven site tucked into a stand of white pines on a peninsula, overlooking a shallow lake with three islands. Walk-in (approx. 800m) Big Sky Solitude! : Our best site for stargazing on an open peninsula, overlooking a shallow lake with three islands. Walk-in (approx. 600m) Meadow Bluff! : A sweet, secluded spot on a raised bluff overlooking a lovely, quiet meadow. The site is tucked into the edge of a white pine forest. Walk-in (approx. 400m).

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The Ridge Retreat

1 site · RV, Tent6 acres · Kingston, ON

The Ridge Retreat is 6 acres of beauty topped off with amazing waterfront and an awesome new dock. A gravel road has been prepared from the road access right down to the lake. We recommend that you park on the upper portion of this driveway/road and walk or use an ATV to travel on the trail to the lake. As mentioned, there is about a 40 ft incline just as you approach the clearing down by the lake . Please wear running/walking shoes and descend slowly down either of the 2 trails provided. The trail "Easy Street" is definitely an easier descent and climb. Learn more about this land: Situated just off the main road, The Ridge Retreat offers you the privacy and beauty of 6 unspoiled acres. Follow the gravel walkway/road down (5 min walk) to your amazing private dock situated on Howes Lake, Verona Ontario. Deep, clean water for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, etc. There are 2 firepits should you decide to have a campfire - one at the road site (RV and trailer) and one at the waters edge. This property provides privacy and solitude for nature lovers. The designated RV parking spot is up near the main road along with a very nice outhouse but if you decide to tent camp, there are a few choices that would bring you closer to the water's edge. An additional outhouse is located at the top of the incline to the lake. The gravel/asphalt trail down by the lake is the steeper of the 2 trails. Choose the "Easy Street" trail off to your right after you pass the stop sign indicating that no vehicles should drive beyond. This trail is a bit longer but a much more gradual incline. Grocery shopping, nature trails, etc are just a few minutes away. The scenic town of Westport is a 30 min drive away with amazing shops and a local winery.

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Perth Camping by the River

4 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Perth, ON

a beautiful spot close to river .enjoy natures abundance e with the monarchs and fireflies. a short walk to the river to picnic under the apple tree and go fishing paddling and swimming. plenty of room for two or more tents for family adventures, fire wood can be provided for a small fee. come and enjoy .Water shoes are recommended as its a rocky bottom

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Field of Birds Glamping

2 sites · Lodging70 acres · Perth, ON

This 70 acre property backs onto the Tay River which is about 7 min walking distance from the campsite. The ecosystem of fields reverting to forest is home to diverse wildlife, especially birds. The big open sky is great for stargazing at night. Fall asleep with the stars and let the birds be your alarm clock...

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RV/Camper Parking 10min To Kingston

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Elginburg, ON

🌟 Description: Welcome to our serene property, where you can park your car, camper or RV for short getaways. Choose from various parking spots—whether you prefer grassy, gravel, or solid bedrock. 🐓 Chickens and Canine Companions: Our friendly flock of free-ranging chickens adds a touch of countryside charm. During the day, they explore the property alongside our loyal German Shepherd. 📍 Convenient Location: Located just 10 minutes north of Kingston, our spot offers easy access to the city (only a 15-minute drive to downtown Kingston). Enjoy the best of both worlds: peaceful surroundings and proximity to amenities. Book your spot now! 🌞🚐 We have a walking trail around the property that will take you through a cedar forest, and some field openings. And if your dog needs to stretch its legs, we have a fenced in area that used to be a horse pasture you can use to let them loose in a safe and controlled environment.

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Black Maple Farm

4 sites · Lodging, Tents6 acres · Harrowsmith, ON

For the last 25 years we have lived here on our 6 acres of property where our Maple Sugar Bush allows us to produce our very own maple syrup every spring. [Side note: The sugar shack itself has been on the property for over 40 years.] We also raise a small but varied collection of farm animals, grow vegetables, and operate a 3 generation (Mother, Daughter, and Granddaughter) Artisan Craft Business, that sells handmade "Canadiana Themed" Home Decor goods and Maple Products at our local Farmer's Market. ( Visit us on Instagram or Facebook @Blackmaplefarm) Our Farm is located on the very edge of the Canadian Shield, so most of the landscape is a rocky, rugged, and naturally wooded. Throughout the property are numerous short, looping, walking trails that meander throughout the Sugar bush, pasture area, 3 season pond, and our farm animal "homes". These trails are perfect for short nature walks, where you'll experience natural wildflowers and plants, see and hear song birds, small animal wildlife and of course, farm life too. We are also located on the edge of the Eastern Ontario "Dark Sky" Area, which means we have a very nice view from the edge of our pasture of the North Sky stars on a clear night, with very minimal light pollution. Our varied collection of farm animals includes; lots of chickens, (including roosters who DO crow in the early morning hours), miniature goats, horses, a couple of barn cats, and a dog. During your stay with us you are welcome to come learn about and interact with our animals and daily farm life, if you so desire, and farm fresh eggs and maple syrup are also available to purchase too.

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Glamping - Intimate Cabin & Campsites

2 sites · Lodging260 acres · Perth, ON

Learn more about this land: Beautiful 260 acres of mixed forest, open field, and biodiverse marsh all for yourself! In the wild countryside just North of the Historic Town of Perth, Ontario. Includes large fire pit, cookstoves, covered deck, 10x10 wood cabin (sleeps 2), groomed camp/tent sites for your additional guests to pitch their tents. We only rent to one person/party at a time so the whole place is yours to share with whomever you like or just with yourself! Very private. Our house is a half km from the campsites and you are kilometers from the nearest neighbours. During Summer and much of Spring and Fall, you should be able to drive up to the cabin. Unless your vehicle has especially low clearance. The road/path out to the cabin started as a well made tractor path that has held up well over the years but has some rocks and bumps. (Check with us ahead of time if driving to the site is important). Otherwise, when you arrive, you can park at our 100 year-old farmstead and then enjoy a beautiful, 10-minute walk to your site (We are happy to bring in your supplies loaded in our mini-tractor's little, red, wagon, if check-in happens while we are here). This pathway may be a bit muddy, slushy or icy but is kept cleared of fallen snow and mowed in the warmer months. You will sleep in a double sized bed on a firm wooden frame. The mattress is a 14", deep pillow-top, Sealy with a box-spring. Both mattresses are securely wrapped in full mattress covers and it is topped with a thick mattress pad for maximum coziness. Linen or fleece sheets are available and the bed has a large, warm hypoallergenic duvet, (duvet cover also available in linen or fleece), with three pillows of various firmness. The room contains two cozy chairs, one of which folds out into a lounge chair or even a bed. There is a newly constructed outhouse that is bright and easy to access. There is a hanging solar light that can be turned on as needed. During the year when the temperature stays above zero, there is a handwashing station set up behind the outhouse. Water and soap for this station is provided. There isn't running water in the cabin but we are happy to provide you as much tasty well water that you would like, for cooking/drinking/cleaning. We are ready to top up your water supply, as you need it. Propane water heater available upon request. No shower space in the winter but sponge/cloth bathing possible inside the cabin. (Cloths, towels, and body soap supplied). There is a beautiful, bright, roomy, cedar, outdoor shower available during the warmer months. Water is provided for a portable, rechargeable shower pump. Water can be heated in the sun or warmed up with some added boiled water. There are dishes, pots and pans, and other basic food-prep type equipment for your use. There is an area inside to prepare food that doesn't need cooking or to make ready food that is going to be cooked outside on our grill or propane stove. A small cooler is available to store any perishable food you may have. During the winter, the cooler can be kept at a proper temperature by moving it in and out of the deep freeze that is the Canadian outdoors. You will need to bring ice during the warmer seasons. A fully charged Lithium Ion Energizer power station is available that is trickle charged on sunny days by a solar panel. This pack is capable of powering most of the devices that you would bring on your trip such as laptops, iPads, or Bluetooth speakers. The power should last with moderate use for a couple of days but we are happy to pick it up daily to recharge if you require that. The cabin itself has solar lighting for the evenings and a bright light that you can plug into the power station, when needed. For extra guests beyond the initial 2, those guests will have to bring their own tents and beds/bedding and camp in the large clearing beside the cabin or elsewhere on the property. There is a large, 12x16 floating deck, directly outside the cabin that is covered by a large gazebo with optional walls. Seating and a cooking area is located on the covered deck.. The deck and the area near the cabin and fire pit is mowed and kept clear of snow and you will find a nice fire pit for outdoor warmth and relaxation with plenty of seating. The pit is equipped with gear for you to do open fire cooking. Fire wood is available for $5/large bundle or you may bring your own. There is a 12'x14', hard-top, walled/screened, furnished gazebo in the cleared area around the cabin close to both the cabin and the firepit that will be available until the snow becomes too difficult to clear that far. The land is a rugged mix of Canadian Shield, pocket swamps, forest and old fields slowly returning to the wild. There are some basic paths but you are also welcome to strike out on your own and enjoy the land. The area around the cabin is set up with larger groups in mind while still maintaining an intimate feel. We encourage friends and/or family to come together and camp out with two able to sleep in the cabin itself. Additional guests who may be using tents, tent-trailers, vans, etc, to join you on your stay, are able to pick close by, mowed clearings, to set up camp or they can move further into the woods and find a more secluded campsite. Firewood is available upon request at $6/bundle, ideally before arrival but more can be provided during your stay. Outdoor Theatre Option For a fee of $20, a large screen can be set up in the hard-top gazebo for use with a provided projector. A generator is required to power the projector and will be provided, fully fueled. Additional fuel can be purchased, if needed. There are also two, stereo-capable, rechargeable, Bluetooth speakers that can be used with the system. Guests can bring a laptop, gaming system or even just media on a USB stick. Note: the projector is picky about what files it will play from a USB. The best option is a laptop or similar device. HDMI cable provided.

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Glamorous Camping in the Woods

2 sites · Lodging20 acres · Verona, ON

Sitting on 20 acres with purifying plants & comforting earth tones, Hilltop Glamorous Camping is home to guests from all over the world! A perfect space to unplug from technology and plug into nature to reboot the mind, body, and soul with family and friends. We have all the amenities you need! Private toilet and hot shower, clean drinking water, an outdoor kitchen with all cooking supplies, picnic table, and a barbecue. This space is especially great for first-time glampers, folks who only want to pack their clothes and food and nothing else, or even introducing a family member or friend to camping for the first time. Campfires are permitted and pets are welcome! There's so much to do in the South Frontenac Region! Enjoy the great outdoors, hiking, bird watching or visit the many lakes that are a stone's throw away for fishing, swimming, or boating. Go ATVing on the many trails in and around South Frontenac.

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Lakecroft-Prince Edward County

3 sites · Lodging15 acres · Cherry Valley, ON

Nestled in the heart of Prince Edward County, Lakecroft beckons with its serene lakefront setting and luxurious glamping accommodations. Here, amidst the tranquil beauty of nature, guests are invited to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with what truly matters: quality time with family and friends. Lakecroft offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and modern comfort, providing guests with the perfect balance of alfresco living and contemporary conveniences. Each glamping tent is meticulously designed with a touch of boho chic, creating a stylish and inviting retreat for guests to enjoy. Equipped with all the amenities of home, Lakecroft's glamping tents feature electricity, including a mini fridge for storing refreshments, and a Keurig K-cup coffee maker to kickstart your mornings. The thoughtfully styled interior boasts cozy furnishings, soft linens, and blankets to ensure a restful night's sleep. Sink into the plush comfort of a queen bed with a memory foam mattress, surrounded by the tranquility of nature, for an unforgettable glamping experience at Lakecroft. Lakecroft enjoys a prime location near Picton, just a short drive from the stunning shores of Sandbanks Beach. Additionally, it offers easy access to a variety of dining options, markets, and artisan shops, ensuring that guests can explore and indulge in the local delights just moments away.

The best camping near Bon Echo Provincial Park guide

Overview

About

Known for its 260 Indigenous pictographs on the cliffs of Mazinaw Rock, Bon Echo Provincial Park is set in central Ontario, between Toronto and Ottawa. In this forested park, you can go canoeing on Mazinaw Lake or take a boat tour to Mazinaw Rock to see the pictographs or hike the Cliff Top Trail above the lake. Swim at three sand beaches, including Main Beach on Lower Mazinaw Lake, South Beach in the day-use area, and North Beach in Sawmill Bay Campground. Campers can choose from more than 500 car camping or walk-in sites (about 200 have electrical hookups) in several areas with comfort stations. Other options for campers include yurts, rustic cabins, and 30 canoe-in or hike-in backcountry campsites.

Notable campgrounds

Best for tent campers: Sawmill Bay Campground
Best for families: Fairway Campground
Best for forest camping: Hardwood Hill Campground

Tips for snagging a campsite

Reservations for campsites at Ontario’s provincial parks become available five months in advance. Book online through the Ontario Parks online reservations service. The booking site opens at 7am, so get up early for the best choice of campsites.
July and August are the busiest months for campers, particularly on weekends. You’ll often find better availability in the spring or the fall. While reservations are always recommended, cancellations do occur, so you can sometimes find last-minute openings.

When to go

Bon Echo opens in mid-May and closes in mid-October after Canadian Thanksgiving weekend. Autumn colors can be striking in this part of Ontario, which makes late September and early October good times to visit—just bring warmer clothes, as the weather can begin to turn cool. For the warmest temperatures, come during the busy summer months of July and August. The park is usually less crowded between Sunday and Thursday than it is on the weekends.

Know before you go

Bon Echo Provincial Park is outside the village of Cloyne, which has a small market. There’s a larger grocery store in Northbrook about 20 minutes south of the park. The park has a book and gift shop, but no food concessions, so bring whatever you need.
You can only see the Bon Echo pictographs from the water, either on a boat tour or by paddling across Mazinaw Lake. The park rents canoes and kayaks.
If you’d like to canoe to your campsite, opt for one of the canoe-in sites on Joeperry or Pearson Lakes. There’s a 500-meter portage from the parking lot to the Joeperry Lake shore.