Bon Echo Provincial Park in the fall is picture-perfect!
Think witnessing the park’s iconic views sparkling with bright yellows, oranges, and reds — what could be better?
Need a little extra convincing? Here are 5 reasons why you’ll love this park in the fall season:
1. A serene experience at a choice site
Had trouble getting into Bon Echo during the summer? This is your chance to snag a prime spot!
Book an electrical campsite in the Fairway Campground, which can accommodate equipment ranging from single tents to large trailers. Amenities such as water taps, comfort stations and laundry facilities are close by.
If you prefer a little more luxury, 12 camp cabins are available to reserve.
Each cabin sleeps five, and offers all you need to stay comfy and cozy during the cooler months.
2. Colours that linger into late fall
Appreciate the beauty of fall all season long! A late October/early November offers similar stunning colours that more northern parks may see peak in September.
Why not plan multiple visits to watch the leaves change?
Once all the colourful leaves have fallen to the forest floor, don’t fret!
Late November into December offers stunning landscapes highlighting the frost-covered coniferous trees throughout the park.
3. Hiking for days!
Five hiking trails are yours to explore at Bon Echo!
Ranging from 1 km to 9.6 km, there’s a trail for everyone.
The Bon Echo Creek Trail (1 km, one direction) follows along the bank of Bon Echo Creek and is mostly flat, making it a great first hike for our youngest visitors!
The Shield Trail (4.8 km loop) is the optimal choice for visitors who want to spend their day on a trail! In only two hours, hikers will encounter mixed forests, a beaver pond, and a lakeside ecosystem.
4. Take a relaxing paddle
Who doesn’t love a nice fall paddle?
Rent a canoe, kayak, or stand up paddleboard and experience the lakes of Bon Echo.
Spend a relaxing day paddling in motorboat-free Joeperry and Pearson lakes. Note: there is a 500m portage from the parking lot to the launch.
Launch your watercraft at the Lagoon to paddle on Mazinaw Lake. Head over to Mazinaw Rock to view one of Canada’s largest visible collections of Indigenous pictographs.
5. Wildlife viewing
Did you know the fastest animal in the world makes Bon Echo its home?!
Peregrine Falcons, who can reach speeds of up to 300 km/h, make the cliffs of Mazinaw Rock their year-round home. Grab a pair of binoculars and see if you can spot one!
With a quieter park you also have a greater chance of spotting White-tailed Deer, Moose, Red Foxes, and American Beavers!
Planning a visit?
Camping in the fall is quite different than in the summer! To make sure you’re prepared, read our blog: How to plan your fall to visit Bon Echo.
Bon Echo is open until December 13, 2026. If we experience an early winter, seasonal activities like skiing, fat biking, and snowshoeing may be available before the park closes for the season.
For more information about cold weather camping, check out these blogs:
Ready to experience Bon Echo this fall?
