Camping & Hiking · Scenic Views · Water Sports · Ontario
A large Georgian Bay provincial park near Parry Sound, Ontario, known for rocky shoreline, clear water, sandy beaches and sunsets. Campers love it, though many sites sit close together.
Killbear stretches along the Georgian Bay shore, with pink granite, pine forest, sandy beaches and clear, surprisingly warm water. Sunsets over the bay come up in review after review, along with clear night skies for stargazing. Many visitors come back every year.
Campers praise the facilities, with plentiful clean washrooms with flush toilets and easy access to drinking water. Sites range from open to well covered, and waterfront sites are the prize. The most common complaint is that some sites are too close together. One tent camper was puzzled by 'no dish washing' signs at every tap, so plan how you'll handle dishes.
There's lots to do: short but scenic hiking trails with some up-and-down terrain, cycling, swimming, cliff jumping, sailing and windsurfing. Kayaking among the small islands is a favourite, and a general store just outside the park rents kayaks and helps load them. Beaver Dam beach is often named the best, and Tree Point is smaller but pretty. The park also runs guided walks and kids' programs.
Nights can be cold in June, and peak summer is busy. Deer are commonly seen. Book waterfront sites early, and pack layers if you're going in early or late season.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 3,843 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Killbear Provincial Park directly.
