Algonquin Provincial Park Mew Lake Campground
Mew Lake sits on the Highway 60 corridor through Algonquin, offering 131 sites from electrical hookups to backcountry-style spots scattered through mixed forest. The heated comfort stations and showers make this the go-to winter base camp for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing the park’s groomed trails. Summer brings steady canoe traffic launching from the nearby put-in, but the campground maintains a quieter vibe than the busier Canisbay.
Open year-round unlike most Algonquin campgrounds, though winter requires reservations and sites fill fast during peak foliage in September. The access road stays plowed, making this one of the few winter-accessible camps in the park system. Black bears are common — food storage rules are strictly enforced.
Algonquin's year-round car camping hub
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Ottawa Street, South Algonquin Township, Ontario K0J 2M0 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Whitney, Ontario |
| Miles from pavement | 0 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 131 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $45.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes |
| Stay limit (nights) | 23 nights |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Land manager | Other |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |