Posted : March 28, 2019
Our blog is chock full of great ideas for fun things to see and do in York Durham and Headwaters. We are always adding new content and updating old posts, but sometimes you might stumble upon something from our vault. If this article has inspired you to hit the road, be sure to double-check that the featured stops in this post are still welcoming visitors.
Want to escape the city and go off grid for the weekend or longer? York Durham Headwaters (YDH) has many amazing provincial parks and conservation areas to explore. But there’s a catch – our campsites book up quickly! Avoid disappointment and book your summer camping getaway today.
Where to go
Check out our region’s top provincial parks just a short drive north of Toronto. Visit their websites for booking information and scoop up that sweet site!
Provincial Parks in York Durham Headwaters
If you’re looking to relax in an RV, check out the Cedar Park Resort in Bowmanville.
Cedar Park Waterpark Resort
6296 Cedar Park Road, Bowmanville , ON
Though camping is limited, you may want to check out the local parks that residents flock to:
Albion Hills Conservation Area and Campground
16500 Hwy. 50, Palgrave, ON
Island Lake Conservation Area
673067 Hurontario Street South, Orangeville, ON
Terra Cotta Conservation Area
14452 Winston Churchill Blvd., Halton Hills, ON
How to camp
If you’re new to the camping game – or if you want a helpful refresher – the award-winning Learn to Camp program provides guided overnight camping experiences at provincial parks across Ontario. In YDH, the program is offered at the Darlington and Sibbald Point Provincial Parks.
What to pack
At YDH, we want to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. That’s why we created a free downloadable camping packing list to help you remember to pack important items…like sunscreen and marshmallows for s’mores!
Download Free Camping Packing List
What to do
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