MANITOULIN ECO PARK

Manitoulin Eco Park

Tehkummah

2 rustic family campgrounds plus, on Highway 6 less than 10 minutes north of the ferry.  1) climax-forested and close to showers, playground, mini-putt, store, and a small WiFi access area,  2) open-field in Canada’s first RASC-designated commercial Dark Sky Preserve for astronomy enthusiasts,  plus 3) a scatter of hike-in tent sites for serious birders and trackers.  Established in 1990, this 260+ acre site hosts miles of hiking trails through 4 distinct ecozones, several rental Teepees and Bunkies for the tent-averse, 3 forest sites with 20 amp service (no water or sewage hookups) plus a plethora of trailer or RV sites for the self-sufficient, and an increasing roster of family-friendly and accessible stellar and nature events.

Ph. 705-859-2470
reservations@manitoulinecopark.com

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About the 
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Guided hiking and canoeing tours of the area, with a native theme, are available from “Trails of The Eagle Clan”, 705-865-2526, or email mowl@vianet.ca

You may wish to bring:

  • Water
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Tips from a Local

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Difficulty ★★★★    •    Approx. 2 – 4 Hours

  • Car Park
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  • Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible
About the 
Gore Bay Boardwalk Trail

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You may wish to bring:

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Tips from a Local

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