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Algonquin - Brent Campground

algonquin - brent

Ontario Parks
algonquin · Ontario · reservable

what to expect

This campground can accommodate recreational vehicles but there are no electrical sites or showers available. A number of campsites have direct waterfront access. Two waterfront cabins are reservable.

Amenities:
  • Boat launch, maximum 20 horsepower permitted on Cedar Lake
  • Brent Store, managed by Algonquin Outfitters
  • 3 trails in the area: Brent Crater (moderate, 2 km, 8 km north of the campground), Brent Historic Site Exhibit (easy, 3 km) and Limestone Trail (easy, 0.5 km)
  • Small day use picnic area available, but no beach area
  • Composting toilets and vault privy toilets in the campground only
  • Garbage facilities at the campground only
  • No cell service

Access to the campground is on 40 km of …

the basics

drive from edmonton
35.2h · 2639 km
drive from calgary
35.6h · 2668 km
drive from vancouver
44.4h · 3329 km

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what to know

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no fire ban active
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what to bring

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common questions about algonquin - brent

how far is algonquin - brent from edmonton?
Algonquin - Brent Campground is 2639 km from Edmonton — approximately a 35.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at algonquin - brent?
Yes. Algonquin - Brent Campground is operated by Ontario Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at algonquin - brent?
Peak season at Algonquin - Brent Campground aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

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within ~100 km of algonquin - brent.

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