Algonquin - Tea Lake Campground

algonquin - tea lake

Ontario Parks
algonquin · Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Tea Lake Campground, is a small campground with fewer than 50 car campsites. It is located at km 11.4 on Highway 60, and set in a mixed hardwood-coniferous forest. The campground has a comfort station with flush toilets, showers, and laundry facilities. This is a popular campground for backpackers intending to hike the Western Uplands Backpacking Trail, and canoeists heading into the backcountry via Canoe or Smoke Lake.

the basics

flush toiletspet-friendlyaccessible
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

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
pet-friendly
Dogs are allowed on-leash. Pick up after them; some parks have leash-length rules at the trailheads.

what to bring

this list adapts to algonquin - tea lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

common questions about algonquin - tea lake

can dogs camp at algonquin - tea lake?
Yes. Algonquin - Tea Lake Campground allows dogs on-leash according to operator policy. Confirm specific site-level restrictions with the operator at booking time.
does algonquin - tea lake have electric hookups?
No. Algonquin - Tea Lake Campground does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is algonquin - tea lake from edmonton?
Algonquin - Tea Lake Campground is 2639 km from Edmonton — approximately a 35.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at algonquin - tea lake?
Yes. Algonquin - Tea Lake 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 - tea lake?
Peak season at Algonquin - Tea Lake Campground aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

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within ~100 km of algonquin - tea lake.

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