Lake Superior Provincial Park – Visitor Centre
Lake Superior Provincial Park – Visitor Centre
Lake Superior Provincial Park
Lake Superior Provincial Park is 1600 sq. km. (618 sq. mi.) of northern Ontario wilderness along the shore of Lake Superior – the largest lake in the world. The park is a diverse landscape of forested hills, clear lakes, streams and rivers, and a Lake Superior shoreline with features ranging from the 200m (650 ft) cliffs of Old Woman Bay to the 3 km (2 mile) long beach at Agawa Bay.
The Trans Canada Highway passes through the park for 83 km (52 mi) giving access to picnic areas, hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes, rivers and beaches. You can also leave the highway behind and explore the interior of the park or the remote sections of the Lake Superior shoreline.
If you can only spend a few hours or plan on staying many days in the park, take the time to experience “The Power of Lake Superior”.
Park Highlights
- 3 campgrounds
- 3 picnic areas
- 11 hiking trails
- 8 canoe routes
- 200 backcountry campsites
- Visitor Centre
- Agawa Rock Pictographs
Crescent Lake Campground
A quiet rustic campground on an inland lake at the south end of the park. facilities are limited to pit privies. There is no potable water – campers are advised to bring water or bring jugs to fill; water and other services are available at nearby Agawa Bay Campground (~10 minutes). All sites available on a first-come basis. Canoe rentals (arrange for rental at Agawa Bay). Registration is self-serve, or register at Agawa Bay
Agawa Bay Campground
Located near the south end of the park, right on Lake Superior, there is a beautiful 3 km long beach extends from the campground to the Agawa River. More than half of the campsites have a view of Lake Superior. The south portion of Agawa Bay Campground is radio-free (all campsites in the 300s). The forest cover is primarily mature pine trees. The campground is adjacent to, and very close to Hwy 17. Facilities include: electrical and non-electrical sites, comfort stations with flush toilets, showers and laundry; barrier-free campsite. The outdoor theatre and the park Visitor Centre are adjacent to the campground
Rabbit Blanket Lake Campground
Situated on an inland lake at the north end of the park. The forest cover is mixed; some campsites are treed and others are more open. The campground is located right off of Hwy 17. Facilities include: electrical and non-electrical sites; comfort station with flush toilets, showers and laundry; barrier-free campsite. Reservations available mid-June through Labour Day. Central to several canoe routes and hiking trails. Only a 5-minute drive to Old Woman Bay, on Lake Superior
Backcountry Camping
Lake Superior Provincial Park has approximately 200 backcountry campsites, accessible along hiking trails and canoe routes. All backcountry campsites are available on a first-come basis. Camping is permitted on designated sites only. If you are not able to make it to the next campsite, or if your destination campsite is occupied, you may have to camp in a non-designated site, but avoid making a fire (use a stove for cooking) and leave no evidence that you have camped there. Backcountry campers require an Interior Camping & Vehicle Permit. See the Dates & Fees page for pricing. The permit covers your campsite and vehicle, so you don’t need a daily vehicle permit on top of this. Your permit also covers your vehicle for day-use anywhere in the park on your departure day, until 10 pm.
Park Map
The Park Map shows the backcountry campsites, hiking trails, canoe route portages and points of interest. One side has more detail on the coastal section of the park. The map can be ordered by calling 705-882-2026, with a Credit Card (Canadian or US). The map can be ordered by calling 705-856-2284 or purchased when you arrive at the park
Other Information
- Crescent Lake Trail (easy); click here for trail info
- Crescent Lake Canoe route; click here for map
- Peat Mountain Trail (demanding) and South Old Woman Trail (moderate); click here for trail info
Phone Number 1 (705) 856-2284
All Park Information Park Map Reserve A Campsite Dates & Fees Agawa Rock Pictographs
Content the property of Lake Superior Provincial Park.