We want to highlight hidden gems—lesser-known provincial parks, a couple of national treasures . Here’s where to go this September 2025
| # | Park Name | Distance from Toronto (Approx.) | What's there | Why It’s Great | Fall 2025 Season Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Silent Lake Provincial Park | ~3 hrs NE | Car camping, yurts, hiking trails, canoe rentals | No motorboats, calm lake, peaceful & easy hikes | Open into late fall |
| 2 | Silver Lake Provincial Park | ~1.5 hrs E | Sandy beach, playground, car camping | Compact park, great for kids & short trips | Open through September |
| 3 | Restoule Provincial Park | ~3.5 hrs N | Car camping, canoe rentals, hiking trails | Quiet lakes, scenic cliffs, less crowded than Algonquin | Extended fall season |
| 4 | Sharbot Lake Provincial Park | ~3 hrs E | Waterfront campsites, showers, small beaches | Easy to access, relaxed setting | Open in fall |
| 5 | Port Burwell Provincial Park | ~3.5 hrs SW | Large sandy beach, flush toilets, showers | Lake Erie sunsets, bird migration, family-friendly | Open until Oct 26 |
| 6 | Sleeping Giant Provincial Park | ~13 hrs NW (long drive or fly) | Cabins, car camping, hiking trails | Incredible views, options for beginners & experienced hikers | Open until Oct 21 |
| 7 | Rondeau Provincial Park | ~3.5 hrs SW | Car camping, beaches, visitor centre | Carolinian forest & bird migration — easy nature learning | Open in fall |
| 8 | Bruce Peninsula National Park | ~4 hrs NW | Visitor centre, car camping, hiking trails | Famous cliffs & Grotto, stunning colours, beginner-friendly day hikes | Open in fall (reserve early) |
| 9 | Georgian Bay Islands National Park | ~2 hrs N + boat | Cabins, visitor centre, hiking, boat access | Unique island camping, short hikes, family accessible | Seasonal — boat required |
| 10 | Pinery Provincial Park | ~3 hrs W | Showers, flush toilets, hiking/bike trails, visitor centre | Massive sandy beach, fall colours in Oak Savanna forest | Open into late fall |
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