Blue Lake Provincial Park

Blue Lake Provincial Park A natural environment nestled in Northwestern Ontario. Home to crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches and diverse wetlands. Hwy 647, Vermillion Bay, Ontario

You deserve a day at Blue Lake... Fresh air 🌬️, calm waters 🌊, towering pines🌲, and a hidden bonus too?Spending time in ...
06/14/2026

You deserve a day at Blue Lake...

Fresh air 🌬️, calm waters 🌊, towering pines🌲, and a hidden bonus too?

Spending time in nature can help reduce stress, boost your mood, and recharge your mind! So, why not come join us at Blue Lake Provincial Park?

Whether you're taking a stroll on the beach, reading a book, relaxing on a hammock, or simply admiring the vibrant hues of the sky at dusk, every moment with Mother Nature is time well spent! 🏞️

Let us know your favorite way to enjoy the nature 👇

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Our gatehouse hours have been extended, and are now:Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMFriday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 ...
06/12/2026

Our gatehouse hours have been extended, and are now:
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Come say hi to our awesome gate staff!

Stop by to check-in, buy firewood, rent a canoe or paddleboard, borrow a TackleShare fishing rod, or stock up on some awesome merch!

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⚠️ Notice of Scheduled Power Outage ⚠️Please be advised that Hydro One has scheduled a power outage to conduct maintenan...
06/07/2026

⚠️ Notice of Scheduled Power Outage ⚠️

Please be advised that Hydro One has scheduled a power outage to conduct maintenance tomorrow (Sunday, June 7th) between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm.

We appreciate your understanding and apologize for the inconvenience.

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Planning a trip to Blue Lake this July? Don’t miss a special evening of folk music at the park amphitheatre!Join us on J...
06/06/2026

Planning a trip to Blue Lake this July? Don’t miss a special evening of folk music at the park amphitheatre!

Join us on July 30 at 7:00 PM for a live performance by Katherine Fischer, as part of her 2026 Ontario Parks Tour.

📍 Where: Amphitheatre, Blue Lake Provincial Park
🗓 Date: July 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
💲 Cost: Free with park admission

Sit back and enjoy an evening of music under the northern sky! ✨

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Knock, knock... who's there? Why, it's a pileated woodpecker!We’ve been spotting plenty of these around the park lately,...
05/30/2026

Knock, knock... who's there? Why, it's a pileated woodpecker!

We’ve been spotting plenty of these around the park lately, so we wanted to give you a proper introduction, or at least a few fun facts you can casually drop at your next gathering...

These are the largest woodpeckers in North America, about the size of a crow, with a bold red crest and sharp black-and-white stripes that make them stand out instantly.

Their thunderous drumming could put any upstairs neighbour to shame.

And get this: they hammer out about 15 beats per second. Thankfully, their skull works like a built‑in shock absorber, or they’d be racking up concussions faster than a heavyweight boxer.

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Our park is currently under a Boil Water Advisory.Water from our taps is unsafe for drinking unless boiled for one full ...
05/22/2026

Our park is currently under a Boil Water Advisory.

Water from our taps is unsafe for drinking unless boiled for one full minute.

Please do not use this water to fill drinking water containers, for teeth brushing, or for preparing food and baby formula unless it is going to be boiled prior to use.

Please continue to check back for updates: https://www.ontarioparks.ca/park/bluelake

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Drumroll please... 🥁🥁🥁Blue Lake is officially opening for the 2026 operating season! Our gates open at 2:00pm today.Our ...
05/22/2026

Drumroll please... 🥁🥁🥁

Blue Lake is officially opening for the 2026 operating season! Our gates open at 2:00pm today.

Our staff are excited to welcome you back and have been working extremely hard to prepare for your arrival.

Daily gatehouse hours are 8:00am - 3:00pm, but they will be extended to 4:00pm just for today (May 22, 2026) for our first day of opening. If you're planning to arrive outside of these hours or want to get straight to your site, you can check-in and pay online before your visit.

Hikers should be aware that initial trail maintenance is ongoing and should prepare to encounter downed trees and mixed trail conditions (wet and muddy areas, lingering snow and ice).

Don't forget to check out our park store (inside the gatehouse) for some sweet treats, cool swag, and camping essentials.

We hope to see you soon!

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Mother Nature is taking her time this year. A late snow thaw and lingering ground frost mean we need a little more time ...
05/14/2026

Mother Nature is taking her time this year. A late snow thaw and lingering ground frost mean we need a little more time before Blue Lake is ready to welcome campers. Our team is working hard to ensure the campground is safe, accessible, and ready for visitors as soon as possible.

Blue Lake is scheduled to open on May 22, 2026.

If your reservation has been affected or if you were hoping to camp with us this weekend, we encourage you to explore nearby alternatives such as Sandbar Lake Provincial Park or Aaron Provincial Park. Reservations can be made here: https://reservations.ontarioparks.ca/

All affected campsite reservation holders will be contacted and offered a full refund or the opportunity to change their reservation without any penalty.

Thanks for sticking with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Blue Lake soon.

❗ Attention all Grade 3 Teachers ❗Blue Lake Provincial Park’s “From Fire to Forest” FREE virtual school program now offe...
03/23/2026

❗ Attention all Grade 3 Teachers ❗

Blue Lake Provincial Park’s “From Fire to Forest” FREE virtual school program now offers additional availability on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout March and April. Book now to secure your spot!

This 45-minute virtual presentation leads participants through features of the Jack Pine tree, how Jack Pines have adapted to survive the fire cycle of the Boreal Forest, and how natural wildfires can be beneficial for an ecosystem. This program is designed to meet expectations outlined in the Grade 3 Science and Technology curriculum – Growth and Changes in Plants.

📍 To book this Virtual School Program, please click here: [email protected]/s/Rc7wBKFgvE-8VZfMg0P2Mw2?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/s/Rc7wBKFgvE-8VZfMg0P2Mw2?ismsaljsauthenabled

Questions? Email: [email protected]

We can’t wait to see you in the classroom, virtually!

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❗ Attention all Grade 3 Teachers ❗ 🗓️ Available for a limited time only: Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 25 - December...
11/22/2025

❗ Attention all Grade 3 Teachers ❗

🗓️ Available for a limited time only: Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 25 - December 11, 2025.

Blue Lake Provincial Park is currently offering a FREE and engaging Virtual Discovery School Program called, From Fire to Forest.

This 45-minute virtual presentation will lead participants through features of the Jack Pine tree, how Jack Pines have adapted to survive the fire cycle of the Boreal Forest, and how natural wildfires can be beneficial for an ecosystem. This program is designed to meet expectations outlined in the Grade 3 Science and Technology curriculum – Growth and Changes in Plants.

📍 To book this Virtual School Program, please click here: [email protected]/s/Rc7wBKFgvE-8VZfMg0P2Mw2?ismsaljsauthenabled" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/s/Rc7wBKFgvE-8VZfMg0P2Mw2?ismsaljsauthenabled

Questions? Email: [email protected]

We can’t wait to see you in the classroom, virtually!

[Image: Close-up of a Jack Pine branch with a pinecone securely attached.]

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Vermilion Bay, ON

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