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Algonquin - Tim River

algonquin - tim river

Ontario Parks
algonquin · Ontario · reservable

what to expect

On the western side of Algonquin. Tim Lake is 2 km downstream (east) of the access point.

Amenities:
  • Boat launch, but motorboats are not permitted
  • No park office on site
  • No trails, beaches or day use picnic areas available
  • No washroom facilities
  • No garbage facilities – please pack out what you pack in
  • No cell service

Access to this location is on 19 km of gravel road.

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

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.

what to bring

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

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common questions about algonquin - tim river

how far is algonquin - tim river from edmonton?
Algonquin - Tim River is 2639 km from Edmonton — approximately a 35.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at algonquin - tim river?
Yes. Algonquin - Tim River 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 - tim river?
Peak season at Algonquin - Tim River aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of algonquin - tim river.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from ontario parks + open sources

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