Georgian Bay Islands National Park

Georgian Bay Islands National Park spreads across 63 islands with granite shores, dense forests, and clear water throughout the archipelago. The islands form a natural transition between southern and northern Ontario ecosystems, creating diverse habitats in one place.

The park was established in 1929 to protect the natural environment and ecology of eastern Georgian Bay. This creation reflected early efforts in Canada to preserve island landscapes and their wildlife.

The Anishinaabe people used these islands for seasonal camps over centuries, and their presence remains visible through archaeological sites on Beausoleil Island. Visitors can sense this long relationship with the land as they explore the islands today.

Access to the park requires water taxis from Honey Harbour to reach the islands. Camping facilities are available on multiple islands, allowing visitors to stay overnight and explore at a slower pace.

The park sits within one of the world's largest freshwater island systems, known locally as the Thirty Thousand Islands. This region displays an unusually rich variety of rock formations in a relatively compact area.

Location: Muskoka District Municipality

Inception: 1930

Part of: Georgian Bay Littoral

Website: https://parcs.canada.ca/pn-np/on/georg

GPS coordinates: 44.87780,-79.87470

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42