Darlington Provincial Park

Darlington Provincial Park extends across 208 hectares along Lake Ontario, featuring sandy beaches, nature trails, and camping grounds for outdoor recreation.

The land forming the current park was purchased in 1818 by Samuel Burk, whose family cemetery remains within the park grounds.

The park hosts the Monarchs and Raptors Weekend in September, focusing on monarch butterfly tagging and conservation through educational programs.

The park operates year-round with camping available from May to October, requiring visitors to purchase entry permits for access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

McLaughlin Bay within the park became naturally separated from Lake Ontario due to wave action during the 1990s, creating a distinct shallow water ecosystem.

Location: Regional Municipality of Durham

Inception: 1959

Website: https://ontarioparks.com/park/darlington/fr

GPS coordinates: 43.87170,-78.77860

Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:11