Family Camping Activities for All Ages: Games, Hiking, and Campfire Fun
Explore family camping activities that bring all ages together, from outdoor games and scenic hikes to memorable campfire fun that creates lasting memories.
Arrowhead Provincial Park is one of Ontario's most iconic natural treasures, nestled in the heart of the Muskoka region. Known for its pristine lakes, lush forests, and breathtaking views, this park offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures or simply looking to unwind surrounded by nature, Arrowhead Provincial Park has something for everyone.
The park is home to two stunning lakes: Mayflower Lake and Arrowhead Lake. The latter is particularly famous for its kayaking opportunities and scenic beauty, with a picturesque brown bridge that adds charm to the landscape. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities throughout the year, from summer camping and boating to winter sports like cross-country skiing and skating. The park's trails are well-maintained, offering easy access to some of Ontario's most stunning natural sights.
Arrowhead Provincial Park also offers unique opportunities for photography, with the brown bridge over Arrowhead Lake serving as a popular spot for capturing stunning images. The park's facilities are well-maintained, with clean washrooms and other amenities that cater to both day visitors and campers.
Customer feedback highlights the park's beauty, variety of activities, and welcoming atmosphere. Many visitors praise the ability to combine outdoor adventures with relaxation, noting the fun ice and snow activities during winter and the peaceful summer campsites. One visitor mentioned, "We loved the fresh snow here. We managed to do cross-country skiing as well as day and night skating!" Another added, "I loved that they had skating helpers," which adds a personal touch to the park's services.
Onsite services
Picnics
Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Barbecue grill
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
Free parking lot
Dog park
Dogs allowed
Came here for the fire and ice! The weather was unforgiving but the atmosphere was great! We had lots of fun with the ice and snow! I loved the fresh snow here. We managed to do cross-county skiing as well as day and night skating! I loved that they had skating helpers.
Very beautiful provincial park that we visited this saturday to see fall colors. You need to have a reservation beforehand to enter into the park. There are two lakes Mayflower and arrowhead. I loved the latter one for its beautiful view and ability to do kayaking in it. There is a beautiful huge visitor center with ample parking on site. The lake is just behind that. Lot of campsites, so it's definitely a good contender for summer/ early fall camping. The big bend lookout here is famous, and it's a splendid view in peak fall colors. There is a brown bridge over Arrowhead Lake that enhances its beauty, and you can capture really good photos there. Trails are nice. Washrooms were clean. We spent our weekend well.
In general, the park is great. It has a couple nice lakes & small rivers to paddle on. Some nice hiking trails and even a couple trails designated for mountain biking. Tried it all and enjoyed it thoroughly. However when it rained, our campsite, as well as our neighbour’s site became a pond; and not just a little area. This should not be happening nowadays. There’s a beautiful visitor centre.
Arrowhead Provincial Park is now in my list of top 5 provincial parks. Arrowhead in the Fall is awesome. The colors, hiking, biking and camping are excellent. I highly recommend this campground and I'm planning future trips to experience the winter and summer activities. Maybe we will try a cabin next time.
Great Provincial Park in Huntsville that has a multitude of hiking trails ranging from 150m and up. From the moment you cross the park boundary until you get to your site you can’t help but constantly stare in amazement at natures wonder. Granite rising above the ground level and creeks and lakes offering hours of exploration. You’ll feel like you’re the first to view the sights and sites. Mayflower Lake & Arrowhead are both amazing lake to canoe , kayak or hike around. The Big Bend-only 159 meter walk to this sight from the parking lot. Find out how Oxbow Lake was formed. Stubbs Falls cuts it’s way through the Canadian Shield as it descends. I have completely enjoyed myself here this fall and shall return for winter events like FIRE & ICE.