Parks Canada Campgrounds for Summer 2026

Planning a summer camping trip in Canada’s National Parks? Be sure to mark your calendar and book early, Parks Canada campground reservations open months in advance, and the most popular campsites and long-weekend dates tend to sell out fast, well before summer arrives. -------- HIGHLIGHTS -------- - Reservations for 2026 camping and accommodations (including frontcountry campgrounds, oTENTik, and backcountry sites) open in January 2026 (each park/site has its own launch date). - Reservation Launch: Varies by location between mid-January and early February 2026. - Look for programs like the Canada Strong Pass - free admission and 25 % off camping/overnight stays during select periods in 2026. - Some Parks Canada locations in Ontario include sites in national parks and historic sites that offer camping (e.g., in the Georgian Bay / Great Lakes region). (General reservation info) - Reservation opens on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8 am ET for campgrounds in: Bruce Peninsula National Park Fathom Five National Marine Park Georgian Bay Islands National Park Point Pelee National Park Pukaskwa National Park Rideau Canal National Historic Site Thousand Islands National Park Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site