Ontario Unveils Location of First New Operating Provincial Park in 40 Years

June 23, 2023

Today, Minister Piccini announced that Bigwind Lake Provincial Park near Bracebridge is the first new all-season, full-service provincial park in more than 40 years.

As an operating park, Bigwind will offer overnight and electrified campgrounds, backcountry camping, and a variety of four-season recreational activities, including cross-country skiing, canoeing and hiking. Once complete, the new operating park is expected to add 250 campsites.

Creating a new operating park is another way the Ontario government is building stronger and healthier communities, expanding recreational opportunities for families, and preserving and enhancing the province’s natural beauty.

Learn more: https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1003181/ontario-unveils-location-of-first-new-operating-provincial-park-in-40-years