Crown Land Camping
What it is and where you can camp in Ontario.
By Trish Manning
This Story is Archived
Please note this page may no longer be up to date. For new stories about Northern Ontario visit us here.
Please note this page may no longer be up to date. For new stories about Northern Ontario visit us here.
Quiz: How Many of These Ontario Parks Have You Camped At?
Can you get over 20?
Ahhh, nature. If there's one place amazing for camping it's Ontario.
Lucky for you, Ontario Parks is making adventure planning easy with its updated reservation system. All car camping and group sites are now reservable, backcountry parks are online, and e-gift cards are available. Their new system is streamlined for mobile bookings and makes check-ins easier.
Ready for your next adventure? Book your Ontario Parks campsite now.
Take the quiz below, then dust off your tent and set up under the stars.
Ready for your next adventure? Book your Ontario Parks campsite now.
Recommended Articles
Make Peace with winter
Don't fight it, embrace it.
Free Day Use at Ontario Parks
Find out how to get into parks for free this year.
Big views, no big backpack
Lake Superior's 10 best hikes you can do in a day
Plan Your Adventure
10 amazing sights you can only see in winter in Ontario.
Ontario Ski Getaways
5 must-take ski vacations.
Hidden Gem: Rainbow Falls Provincial Park
Explore the trails, waterfalls and campsites of this little-known Ontario treasure.
All-Season Ontario Camping: 10 Incredible Yurts
Yurt adventures to discover in Ontario!
Bachelor Parties: Boys’ Trips for Outdoor Lovers
Plans for outdoorsy guys and bachelor parties.
Guide to Grundy Lake Provincial Park
Find out how to plan a backcountry or frontcountry camping trip to this incredible park in Northern Muskoka.
Hike the Lake Superior Coastal Trail
Discover beaches, lookouts, and sacred sites on this 65 km trail.
Your Family’s Best Summer Ever
Explore dozens of family-friendly outdoor itineraries.
19 Winter Activities to Add to Your Bucket List
Must-do activities that are snow much fun.
Paddle to the Trailhead
8 stunning hiking trails to canoe or kayak to.
Ontario’s National Parks
Protected for posterity. And deservedly so.
Why I SUP
15 ways to fall in love with stand-up paddleboarding.
16 Perfect Fall Hikes in Ontario
Add these trails to your bucket list.
Can’t get away this winter?
Discover the best winter vacations for retirees.
Best Valentine’s Day Ever
Romantic winter date ideas for outdoor adventure lovers.
Need to get the wrinkles out of your soul?
Temagami can help.
Canoes and Art?
Find out how they are connected.