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Emily Provincial Park

emily

Ontario Parks
Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Emily is located on the Pigeon River and provides access to the Trent Severn Waterway and the Kawartha Lakes. The park offers both camping and day use opportunities.

In the day use area, visitors can enjoy a boat launch with designated parking for vehicles with boat trailers, docks for fishing, picnicking areas, designated on-leash dog area with water access, BBQ stands, and a comfort station. The park also offers canoe and kayak rentals at the Park Store. A sandy beach and designated swimming area is located in the campground.

The Hilltop, Hill, and Circle Campgrounds offer many large, private, and grassy sites that can accommodate various types of equipment ranging from tents to large trailers. Many of the sites have electrical service. Cedars Campground offers n…

the basics

drive from edmonton
36.2h · 2717 km
drive from calgary
36.4h · 2733 km
drive from vancouver
45.2h · 3387 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 emily. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about emily

how far is emily from edmonton?
Emily Provincial Park is 2717 km from Edmonton — approximately a 36.2-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at emily?
Yes. Emily Provincial Park 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 emily?
Peak season at Emily Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of emily.

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

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