Sandbanks Provincial Park

Sandbanks Provincial Park Home to the largest freshwater baymouth barrier bar on Earth! A great destination for swimming, sunbathing, boating, fishing, programs and camping!

📢 Our new schedule for free, family-friendly programming begins today! 🔍 Become a plant detective,⛺ hone your camping sk...
06/23/2026

📢 Our new schedule for free, family-friendly programming begins today!

🔍 Become a plant detective,
⛺ hone your camping skills,
🎨 explore your artistic side and more!

Visit our events page for all the details on how to participate: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/sandbanks/events

S'more tips for a smooth camping arrival at Sandbanks:Preregister before your visit by logging into your Ontario Parks a...
06/23/2026

S'more tips for a smooth camping arrival at Sandbanks:

Preregister before your visit by logging into your Ontario Parks account and selecting:

➡️ “My Reservations”
➡️ “View registration details”
➡️ “Preregister”

You’ll also get a self check-in email reminder on the day of your trip! This step lets you confirm:

🚘 Your licence plate
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Names of all campsite occupants

It’s quick—and helps you get into the park faster so you can get stright to marshamallow roasting.🔥

Give it up for pollinators in the park! They work extraordinarily hard this time of year to to pollinate wildflowers and...
06/22/2026

Give it up for pollinators in the park!

They work extraordinarily hard this time of year to to pollinate wildflowers and plants that keep park ecosystems healthy, vibrant, and growing.

But wait!; It's not only the bees we have to thank. See who else we can thank for supporting local polination:

🪰 Hoverflies
🪲 Beetles
🌙 Moths
🐜 Ants
🐦 Birds

What a powerful reminder that nature works best when many hands (and wings) work together 💪

👋 Meet Sebastian!From keeping the park running smoothly to now helping visitors connect with it, Sebastian’s journey is ...
06/21/2026

👋 Meet Sebastian!

From keeping the park running smoothly to now helping visitors connect with it, Sebastian’s journey is quickly coming full circle!

These days, you’ll find him sharing his passion for the environment as an Outdoor Skills Programmer at North Beach. Whether he’s leading a Discovery program or chatting on the trail, his friendly nature and love for the outdoors make every visit a little more memorable.

Got a question about nature? He’s your guy!

Insider Tip: When visiting North Beach Provincial Park, be sure to have your reservation bar code ready to scan to lift the new automated gate!

🐢✨ There’s a good chance you’ll spot some wild neighbours while visiting Sandbanks—and honestly, it’s one of the best pa...
06/19/2026

🐢✨ There’s a good chance you’ll spot some wild neighbours while visiting Sandbanks—and honestly, it’s one of the best parts of being here!

Just remember: admire from a distance and give them the space they need to thrive.

👉 See how staff used binoculars to capture this bale of basking Map Turtles? Pro tip for your next visit 😉📸

How can you love Sandbanks? Oh, let us count the ways... 💙 You use the garbage/recycling bins we provide💚 You keep your ...
06/18/2026

How can you love Sandbanks? Oh, let us count the ways...

💙 You use the garbage/recycling bins we provide
💚 You keep your dog on their leash
💙 You tread lightly & stay on-trail
💚 You keep your distance from wildlife
💙 You show your fellow-visitors respect

Kind, responsible visitors are our favourite. You know who you are and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

🐢🌿 Turtles are on the move, looking for the perfect nesting grounds! Here’s how you can help:🚗 If a turtle is crossing t...
06/17/2026

🐢🌿 Turtles are on the move, looking for the perfect nesting grounds!

Here’s how you can help:

🚗 If a turtle is crossing the road, gently help it in the direction it’s already going or let park staff know.

🪺 Notify park staff about nesting turtles. We can safely protect the site with a marked box.

🐢 Watch your step! hatchlings are toonie-sized and easily mistaken for rocks.

🚫 Don't add unexpected guests to your camping trip!The wild inhabitants of Sandbanks could be tempted to pay you a visit...
06/16/2026

🚫 Don't add unexpected guests to your camping trip!

The wild inhabitants of Sandbanks could be tempted to pay you a visit if you leave food around your site. This can be a danger to both animals and campers alike!

Make sure you keep your campsite free of animal atractants:

🚗 store food in your vehicle
🍽️ dump dirty dish water into a vault toilet
🔥 don't leave garbage in firepits
🗑️ keep bagged trash in your vehicle or garbage bin

This cutie can find his own forest snacks; don't let him find yours!

🌊 Whether you’re chasing waves, hiking dunes, or soaking up the sun, staying hydrated never looked so good!Our Ontario P...
06/15/2026

🌊 Whether you’re chasing waves, hiking dunes, or soaking up the sun, staying hydrated never looked so good!

Our Ontario Parks merch lineup is here, from sturdy water bottles to versatile tumblers made for beach days and campfire nights.

Available at the Park Office!

✅ Est. 1893 Chilly Moose 5-in-1 Tumbler 34.95 CAD
✅ Road Trip Water Bottle with Sticker Sheet $39.95 CAD
✅ Tent Icon Water Bottle $9.95 CAD
✅ Picnic Chilly Moose Cooler Backpack $129.95 CAD

🚗✨ Skip the line and start relaxing sooner!Sandbanks Provincial Park now offers self check-in for campers with advance r...
06/11/2026

🚗✨ Skip the line and start relaxing sooner!

Sandbanks Provincial Park now offers self check-in for campers with advance reservations. That means you can head straight into the park without visiting a gatehouse!

✔️ Your confirmation letter is your permit
✔️ Complete self check-in via the day-of email
✔️ Your licence plate is used to verify your reservation
✔️ No paper permit will be issued for your dashboard or post

Be sure to bring a digital or printed copy of your confirmation (or your reservation number) with you while in the park.

More time at the beach, more time on the trails, more time enjoying your visit. 🌊☀️ See you soon!

Address

3004 County Road 12
Picton, ON
K0K2T0

Telephone

(613) 393-3319

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