Kettle Lakes Provincial Park

Kettle Lakes Provincial Park Immerse yourself in Ontario’s north with 14km of boreal forest trails, 22 lakes, and 130+ campsites. These rentals are done at the gate house.

Kettle Lakes Provincial Park offers many types of recreational activities, which include swimming, paddle boating, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing and hiking. The water activities are located at Slab Lake, Island Lake, Green Lake, Hughes Lake, Point Lake and Pexton Lake. All water rentals can be rented for durations of 4 hours (half day), 8 hours (full day), or for a full week. There

are 4 walking trails in the park, which vary in length between 1.5 kms and 3 kms. The biking trail consists of 3, 5 and 10 km loops. The Visitors Center offers weekend programs, educational both for children and adults. The staff at the Visitors Center are very educated in the field and they are extremely passionate about teaching others about the park and the species in it. Come take a look at the variety of species displayed at the Visitor Center! Hours of operation are posted in the gate house. Over the years, the staff at Kettle Lakes have built two picnic shelters that can be rented daily for any event from a birthday party to a private family dinner. Bookings for these shelters can be done in person or over the telephone with the staff at Kettle Lakes. The Shelters are located at Slab and Green Lake. The park also offers the option of renting the Green Lake recreational area for larger group events such as weddings, family reunions or retirement parties. This rental would include complete access to the Green Lake area only for the renter and their guests for extra privacy (closed to the public). For prices and availability,please call the park directly. Group camping sites are also available. Renting a group camping site includes the room to have more trailers and people on the sites. We have made these sites specifically for campers who want to come and camp with their friends and family in a more secluded setting. For prices and availability, please call the park directly.

As you drive through Kettle Lakes Provincial Park, please slow down and stay alert for snakes and turtles on the road. 🐍...
09/05/2026

As you drive through Kettle Lakes Provincial Park, please slow down and stay alert for snakes and turtles on the road. 🐍

Many reptiles use warm pavement to move between forest and wetland, and a little extra care helps keep them safe. 🚗

[Image 1: Yellow wildlife crossing road sign with forest and road in background.]
[Image 2: Garter snake on roadside at Kettle Lakes Provincial Park.]

Looking to get on the water at Kettle Lakes? We’ve got plenty of ways to get you there! Whether you want to paddle stand...
08/14/2026

Looking to get on the water at Kettle Lakes? We’ve got plenty of ways to get you there! Whether you want to paddle standing, sitting, or as a pair, there are lots of options to choose from.

Don’t want to paddle all day? No problem! You can rent for 4 hours or 8 hours!

Head over to the Gatehouse to grab your paddles, lifejackets, and safety kits before hitting the water.🛶

Below is a list of lakes and their available watercraft;

🔹Green Lake: 2 Canoes, 1 Tandem Kayak
🔹Slab Lake: 2 Stand Up Paddle Boards
🔹Island Lake: 2 Stand Up Paddle Boards
🔹Point Lake: 1 Canoe
🔹Pexton Lake: 1 Canoe
🔹Hughes Lake: 1 Canoe
🔹Irrigation (Rental Cabin): 1 Canoe, 1 Single Kayak

Please note: all watercraft must remain at their designated lake.

[Image 1: Canoes and Kayak sitting on rack in front of sunny morning lake view at Green Lake.]

Ever spot a big boulder in the forest and wonder how it got there?🤔 Well those big rocks are called glacial erratics! Ro...
08/12/2026

Ever spot a big boulder in the forest and wonder how it got there?🤔

Well those big rocks are called glacial erratics! Rocks which were carried here by massive ice sheets during the last Ice Age. As glaciers moved, they picked up everything in their path, and when the ice melted, these travellers stayed behind.🪨

They’ve been sitting here for thousands of years, keeping the forest’s history rock solid… even if their journey was a little erratic.😂

[Image 1: A large boulder in the middle of forest, surrounded by trees.]

Curious about the fish at Kettle Lakes? Don’t worry, our Discovery staff have you covered! Take a look at Amber showing ...
08/09/2026

Curious about the fish at Kettle Lakes? Don’t worry, our Discovery staff have you covered!

Take a look at Amber showing off her Lake Trout at Leg of Lamb Lake and check out Bailey at Pexton Lake posing with her Smallmouth Bass.

With over 22 lakes here, there’s a lot of fish to be caught. Below is a list of fish species at Kettle Lakes and where to find them!

🐟 Yellow Perch – Lakes: Boy Scout, Bullfrog, Green, Hughes, Island, Leg of Lamb, Mud, Pexton, Point, Spring, and Tamarack.

🐟Brook Trout – Lakes: Bullfrog, Deer, Green, Heart, Irrigation, Island, La Violette, Leg of Lamb, Pine, Slab, and Spring.

🐟Northern Pike – Lakes: Boy Scout, Bullfrog, Hughes, Leg of Lamb, Mud, Point, and Tamarack.

🐟Rainbow Trout – Lakes: Irrigation, Island, Green, Hughes, Island, and Slab.

🐟Smallmouth Bass: Island and Pexton Lake.

🐟Lake Trout: Leg of Lamb Lake.

[Image 1: Discovery staff holding a taxidermy Lake trout in front of lake view.]
[Image 2: Discovery staff holding a taxidermy smallmouth bass in front of lake view.]
[Image 3: List of fish species at Kettle Lakes and in which lakes to find them.]

Look at this loon, it’s got the right idea cooling off in Slab Lake! If you’re looking for a spot with everything, Slab ...
07/26/2026

Look at this loon, it’s got the right idea cooling off in Slab Lake!

If you’re looking for a spot with everything, Slab Lake is the place to be. Pack a picnic, rally your friends at the volleyball net, let loose on the playground, or grab a stand up paddleboard and glide across the water.🏖️

Slab Lake has something for everyone. Come check it out!

[Image 1: Loon swimming near buoys at Slab Lake.]

Fire Ban Lifted.As of July 25, 2026, 12:01 AM, Fire Ban for Kettle Lakes Provincial Park will be lifted. Thank you for y...
07/24/2026

Fire Ban Lifted.

As of July 25, 2026, 12:01 AM, Fire Ban for Kettle Lakes Provincial Park will be lifted.

Thank you for your patience, and stay safe!

Attention Kettle Lakes campers!!!📣 We have a special guest joining us in ONE WEEK! Katherine Fisher will be performing a...
07/19/2026

Attention Kettle Lakes campers!!!📣

We have a special guest joining us in ONE WEEK! Katherine Fisher will be performing at Kettle Lakes Provincial Park!🌟

Join us for this musical performance located at the Amphitheatre on Sunday July 26th at 7pm!🎸

Please note: You do not need to be a camper to attend this event. If you would like to attend, please stop at the Gatehouse for a Day Pass!

[Image 1: Katherine Fisher holding a guitar looking out with the sun shining on her face.]
[Image 2: Katherine Fisher performing on a stage with benches filled with concert attendees.]
[Image 3: Poster including dates and locations for the Katherine Fisher Parks Tour.]

⚠️ Restricted Fire Zone in effect for Kettle Lakes Provincial Park⚠️ Effective July 18th, 2026 at 12:01 AM, a Full Fire ...
07/17/2026

⚠️ Restricted Fire Zone in effect for Kettle Lakes Provincial Park⚠️

Effective July 18th, 2026 at 12:01 AM, a Full Fire Ban has been put in place that covers the entire park area.

During a fire ban, only certain cooking and heating equipment may be used. Learn more about what equipment is permitted here: 🔗 https://blog.ontarioparks.ca/equipment-allowed-fire-ban/

Safety tips
To exercise extreme caution when travelling in a RFZ:
- be careful with anything that could start a fire
- watch your propane or gas equipment carefully
- smoke only when you’re stationary, never while walking or working in the bush
- make sure all matches or ci******es are out before disposing of them

For more information regarding restricted fire zones visit: Forest Fire Information Map

Help protect our forests, wildlife, and communities by following all fire restrictions and practicing fire-safe behaviour.

07/17/2026
Today is World Snake Day!!!🐍 Meet one of Kettle Lakes Provincial Park's regulars, the Eastern Garter Snake!Ontario is ho...
07/16/2026

Today is World Snake Day!!!🐍

Meet one of Kettle Lakes Provincial Park's regulars, the Eastern Garter Snake!

Ontario is home to 17 native snake species and each one playing an important role in keeping our ecosystems healthy and balanced.

Next time you’re out exploring, look closely along warm trails or sunny building sides and you might spot a slithery friend!🔆

[Image 1: Snake with black and yellow vertical stripes down body laying on top of leaves on forest floor.]

Address

1350 Municipal Road
Timmins, ON
P0N1H0

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Monday 8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 10pm
Saturday 8:30am - 10pm
Sunday 8:30am - 9pm

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