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2020
North Frontenac Parklands
Campsite Booking
NOTICE Notice Update: June 1, 2020
We are excited to advise that on May 30, 2020 the Province announced that Back Country Camping at Ontario Parks and on Crown Lands will be permitted, effective June 1, 2020.Per the Provinces announcement we are pleased to advise that campsites within the North Frontenac Parkland’s will be available for booking on Wednesday June 3rd at 9:00 am. If you already have campsites booked you will be able to enjoy your time on the lakes for your booked time.We are counting on people to continue to be responsible while enjoying the North Frontenac Parkland’s and to follow all of the public health measures to help stop the spread of Covid-19.No more than six people shall occupy a campsite within the North Frontenac Parklands. Also, please be patient at boat launches within the Program and ensure physical distancing is followed of at least two meters (6 feet). Thanks for your patience. We are looking forward to a safe and healthy year for all visitors, our residents and our staff.Sincerely
Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A
Manager of Community Development(613) 479-2231 Ext. 233 or
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Notice Update as of May 14, 2020
The North Frontenac Parklands remains closed per the Province, as campers in the Program do not have a full season contract.
Per today’s announcement made by Premier Ford “Private parks and campgrounds may open to enable preparation for the season and to allow access for trailers and recreational vehicles whose owners have a full season contract.” This scenario does not apply to the North Frontenac Parklands. Those who have campsites reserved, please call into the office or send an email and we will provide information pertaining to your reservations. Boat Launches in North Frontenac are open for recreational use effective Saturday, May 16th. Please practice physical distancing, at a minimum of 2 meters (6 feet) at all times while loading/unloading boats and/or fishing on the waterways. Fishing remains open in Ontario and we request you follow all fishing rules and regulations as set out in the Ontario Fishing Regulations.
We apologize for this inconvenience, however everyone’s safety is our top priority.
Please continue to check www.northfrontenacparklands.com for updates. Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A Manager of Community Development (613) 479-2231 Ext. 233 or
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April 7, 2020 In efforts to help flatten the curve regarding the Covid-19 Pandemic and per Provincial Orders North Frontenac Parkland’s Campsites are closed until further notice. Use of the sites for overnight camping during closure is not permitted. We will not be accepting new bookings for 2020 at this time. If you have already made reservations for the 2020 camping season please contact us a couple of weeks ahead of your reservation date and if the Provincial Orders have not changed (things are unknown at this time and are changing rapidly) we can either provide you with a credit for camping later in 2020 or for the 2021 camping season or a refund. The sale of Crown Road Maintenance Permits for road access within the North Frontenac Parkland’s will continue at this time. Permits can be purchased at http://www.northfrontenacparklands.com/ roadpermits.html . Moreover, if using boat launches within North Frontenac Parkland’s please follow social distancing guidelines (https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/documents/services/publications/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/social-distancing/64-05-19-2611-Coronavirus-Factsheet-Physical-Distancing-EN-06.pdf ) at all times. We apologize for this inconvenience; however everyone’s safety is our top priority. Please continue to check http://www.northfrontenacparklands.com/ for updates. Thank you for your understanding and patience in these challenging times Corey Klatt, Dipl.M.A. Manager of Community Development, (613) 479-2231 Ext. 233 or
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The sale of Crown Road Maintenance Permits for road access within the North Frontenac Parkland’s will continue. Permits can be purchased at http://www.northfrontenacparklands.com/roadpermits.html
North Frontenac is quite simply Eastern Ontario’s best recreational backcountry experience. Discover breathtaking beauty, witness undisturbed nature, explore timeless terrain and enjoy quiet solitude and tranquility. North Frontenac Park Lands is a collection of 184 backcountry campsites nestled along the shores of 12 lakes atop the Madawaska highlands and Mississippi Valley watershed. Carved from the Precambrian granite of the Canadian Shield North Frontenac Park Lands were 2 ½ billion years in the making—residing entirely on crown land it remains one of the most pristine natural environments in the province. North Frontenac Park Lands—come discover Eastern Ontario’s Backcountry Experience™, just north of Highway 7, 2 hours west of Ottawa, 3 hours east of Toronto. Take notice of any severe weather notices in the area.
** Fire Ban OFF ** Fire Ban Clarification The Township of North Frontenac Open Air By-law #48-05 as amended, defines a Fire Ban as follows: “Fire Ban” means a total fire ban and shall prohibit; burning of debris, burning in an outdoor incinerator, chimineas, fireworks displays, campfires of any type, and charcoal installations. NOTE during a fire ban a BBQ or Hibachis (charcoal installation) may be used provided the installation is used within 100 meters of a permanent structure used as a dwelling that you occupy, or in an organized campground, is at least 2 meters from any flammable material and the ashes and coals produced are completely extinguished and safely disposed of.” During a Fire Ban, you cannot have an outdoor open air fire. However you may use the following in accordance with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) Outdoor Fire Restrictions, Forest Fire Prevention Act, Ontario Regulation, 207/96 as amended: GAS or FUEL Stove 1. The stove is at least one metre from any naturally occurring or flammable material. 2. The stove is designed to use a liquid or a gas as fuel. 3. A liquid or gas is used as the fuel. 4. The flame in the stove can be extinguished by closing a fuel control valve or by closing the stove. Note: “stove” means an approved commercially manufactured portable device used for cooking or warmth. Charcoal 1. The installation is designed to be used for cooking or warmth. 2. The installation is designed to use commercially produced charcoal as fuel. 3. Commercially produced charcoal is used as the fuel. 4. The installation is being used within 100 metres of a permanent structure used as a dwelling. 5. The person setting the fire is on land that he or she lawfully occupies or has permission to set a fire from the person who lawfully occupies the land. 6. The installation is at least 2 meters from any flammable material. 7. Ashes must be thoroughly extinguished and cold before disposal of ashes. 8. The person setting the fire is in attendance at all times while the fire is going. Wood Burning Furnaces 1. The furnace is at least five metres from any forest area. 2. The furnace is at least two metres from any flammable materials. 3. The area directly under the stove or furnace is bare rock, mineral soil or other non-combustible material extending at least two metres in all directions from the furnace. 4. The furnace, i. is designed to be used for cooking or warmth, ii. is designed to use wood as fuel, iii. is made entirely of non-combustible materials, iv. encloses the fire on all sides with solid materials, and v. has working spark arresting devices for all vents and chimneys. vi. is a permanent fixture 5. Wood is used as the fuel, 6. The furnace is used within 100 metres of a permanent structure used as a dwelling; and 7. The person setting the fire is on land that he or she lawfully occupies or has permission to set a fire from the person who lawfully occupies the land. Appliance(s) not listed above are NOT PERMITTED during a Fire Ban. Your help in preventing a forest fire is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions you may contact the following Fire Chiefs: Addington Highlands Chief Casey Cuddy @ 613 336 9780 North Frontenac Assistant Fire Chief Jim Boles @ 613 479 2231 ext. 257 Fire Ban Information Lines 613-336-1851 or 613-479-0399 Kaladar / Barrie, Denbigh & North Frontenac Fire Depts.
When a Burn Ban is ON,
NO burning anytime
Burn Ban Info: (613) 479-0399
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