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Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

sturgeon bay

Ontario Parks
muskoka georgian bay · Ontario · reservable

what to expect

Sturgeon Bay offers day use, car camping, and roofed accommodation opportunities. The park features excellent fishing on Sturgeon Bay, a large inlet of Georgian Bay with many islands and channels, and a great shallow sandy beach for swimming.

The campground offers many electrical campsites with water taps and toilets located nearby. Laundry facilities and showers are available on the cabin side of the park, a short distance away. Swimming, boating, canoeing, and a boat launch are all within walking distance from the campground. Cottages sleeping four to eight, are located east of Highway 529, a short walk from the park office and beach.

the basics

flush toilets
drive from edmonton
33.5h · 2515 km
drive from calgary
33.8h · 2536 km
drive from vancouver
42.6h · 3193 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 sturgeon bay. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about sturgeon bay

can dogs camp at sturgeon bay?
No. Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park does not allow dogs according to operator policy.
does sturgeon bay have electric hookups?
No. Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park does not list electric hookups in its amenity profile. Plan for off-grid use.
how far is sturgeon bay from edmonton?
Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park is 2515 km from Edmonton — approximately a 33.5-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at sturgeon bay?
Yes. Sturgeon Bay 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 sturgeon bay?
Peak season at Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of sturgeon bay.

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

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