Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park Info Guide by Willow Publishing

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Welcome to Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

The Park Staff would like to welcome you to another season at Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park!

The Park Staff would like to welcome you to another season at Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park! Whetheryou are a Sturgeon Bay veteran or visiting for thefirst time,the park always has something exciting to offer. Withourbeautiful beach,quiet campground,and our fantastic boating and fishing opportunities,therearelots of ways to enjoy your stay at Sturgeon Bay. We now haveeven more watercraft rentals available for parkvisitors! With the addition of two single kayaks and morecanoes, there are more chances for visitors to get out on the water For more information regarding our watercraft

Whether you are a Sturgeon Bay veteran or visiting for the first time, the park always has something exciting to offer. With our beautiful beach, quiet campground, and our fantastic boating and fishing opportunities, there are lots of ways to enjoy your stay at Sturgeon Bay. We now have even more watercraft rentals available for park visitors! With the addition of two single kayaks and more canoes, there are er more chances for visitors to get out on the wat

Park Staff would like to welcome you to another at Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park! Whetheryou Sturgeon Bay veteran or for thefirst time,the park always has something exciting to offer. Withourbeautiful beach,quiet campground,and our fantastic fishing opportunities,therearelots of ways to enjoy your stay at Sturgeon Bay. now haveeven more watercraft rentals parkvisitors! With the addition of kayaks morecanoes, there are chances for to get out on the water For more information regarding our watercraft gainabetterunderstandingofthe

The Park Staff would like to welcome you to another season at Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park! Whether you are a Sturgeon Bay veteran or visiting for the first time, the park always has something exciting to offer. With our beautiful beach, quiet campground, and our fantastic boating and fishing opportunities, there are lots of ways to enjoy your stay at Sturgeon Bay. We now have even more watercraft rentals available for park visitors! With the addition of two single kayaks and more canoes, there are more chances for visitors to get out on the water. For more information regarding our watercraft rentals please see page 2.

rentals please see page 2 or speak to Park Staff directly.

Once Sturgeon Bay closed its gates for the 2024 season, we continued to work on alleviating the flooding and improving site privacy within the pull-through sites. This is an ongoing project and it will take time for the trees to fill out, so please bear with us!

Georgian Bay is experiencing notably low water levels due to natural seasonal variations. These conditions can expose more shoreline and underwater hazards, which may affect beach size and boating navigation. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead before heading out on the water.

Once Sturgeon Bay closed its gates for the 2024 season,our staﬀ got to work completing campground improvement projects. This included sanding, staining and sealing the counters within all bathrooms throughout the park. We also replaced the posts and ropes leading to our docks We continued to work on alleviating the flooding and improving site privacy within the pull-through sites. This is an ongoing project and it will take time for the trees to fill out, so please bear with us!

Georgian Bay is experiencing notably low water levels due to natural seasonal variations. These conditions can expose more shoreline and underwater hazards, which may affect our beach size and boating navigation. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead before heading out on the water.

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Park Naturalists will be visiting every Thursday in July and August to host interactive and engaging programs that are great for all ages. Stop by the Park Store for information about activities happening during your visit!

As a reminder,your mobilebooking confirmation is your permit and can act as a day-pass at Grundy Lake Provincial Park. We like to think we havethe best staff in all of Ontario Parks,so be sure to say hello.If you haveconcerns,pleasealert Park Staff immediately so we can attemptto remedy the situation. Thank you for visiting Sturgeon Bay!

Sturgeon Bay Park Staﬀ

As a reminder, your mobile booking confirmation is your permit and can act as a day-pass at Grundy Lake Provincial Park. We like to think we have the best staff in all of Ontario Parks, so be sure to say hello. If you have concerns, please alert Park Staff immediately so we can attempt to remedy the situation. Thank you for visiting Sturgeon Bay! Sturgeon Bay Park Staﬀ

As a reminder, your mobile booking confirmation is your permit and can act as a day-pass at Grundy Lake Provincial Park. We like to think we have the best staff in all of Ontario Parks, so be sure to say hello. If you have concerns, please alert Park Staff immediately so we can attempt to remedy the situation. Thank you for visiting Sturgeon Bay! Sturgeon Bay Park Staff

• Store allanimal attractants(e.g., food,garbage,toiletries,coolers, pet food)inahard-sidedvehicleortrailerwhennotinusedayor night,evenwhenyouareonyourcampsite.

• Storeall animalattractants(e.g., food, garbage, toiletries, coolers, pet food)inahard-sidedvehicle ortrailerwhennotinuse dayor night, evenwhenyouareonyourcampsite.

• • Donotleavegarbageonyourcampsite,deposityourwasteatthe garbageandrecyclingdepotassoonaspossible.

Do not leaveany foodsource on your campsite whileit is unattended. Ifyouencounterabear,prioritizeyoursafetyandthenimmediately contactaPark Warden at (705)746-0179.

Do not leaveany foodsource on your campsite whileit is unattended. Ifyouencounterabear,prioritizeyoursafetyandthenimmediately contactaPark Warden at (705)746-0179

• • Do not leave garbage on your campsite, deposit your waste at the garbage andrecyclingdepotassoonaspossible. Do not leave any food source on your campsite while it is unattended. Ifyouencounterabear,prioritizeyoursafetyandthenimmediately contactaPark Warden at (705) 746-0179

Photo by Rob Stimpson

PARK INFORMATION

What to do when a storm rolls in

Park Rules

No one plans for a storm to hit during their trip, however it's important to know what to do if a storm rolls in.

ThereisonebasicruleinOntario P arks:Haverespectand consideration for your fellow visitors and theparkenvironment. The followinglistcontainssomeofthemorecommonlaws e nforcedin Provincial P arks byParkWardens.Remember,theregisteredpermit holder is responsiblefor the conduct of all campsite occupants. Park W ardenshaveallthepowerandauthorityof a membe r ofthe Ontario P rovincialPolicewithin aP rovincial P ark.Manyofthelisted offences could result in eviction from a P rovincial P ark. The Provincial ParksandConservationReservesAct,andotherlegislation governing behaviourin P rovincial P arks can bereviewed at P rovincial P arkoffices and on the e-Laws websiteat www.ontario.ca/laws.

Fishing Regulations

When in a campground: Make a lightning safety plan. Be aware of your surroundings,look for shelter, and steer clear of tall objects. If you're staying in a tent or tenttrailer, the safest option is your hard-topped vehicle with the windows rolled up. Avoid touching metal inside the vehicle. Do not

take shelter in a privy as these structures arenot equipped to handle lightning strikes.

When you're on the water: If you're swimming, paddling, or boating,get to shore immediately and seek shelter. Water can be unpredictable and lightening can spread across the surface.

There is one basic rule in Ontario P arks: Have respect and consideration for your fellow visitors and the park environment. The following list contains some of the more common laws e nforced in Provincial P arks by Park Wardens. Remember, the registered permit holder is responsible for the conduct of all campsite occupants. Park W ardens have all the power and authority of a membe r of the Ontario P rovincial Police within a P rovincial P ark. Many of the listed offences could result in eviction from a P rovincial P ark. The Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, and other legislation governing behaviour in P rovincial P arks can be reviewed at P rovincial P ark offices and on the e-Laws website at www.ontario.ca/laws.

• Dogs must bekept on a leash at all times.

• Dogs must be kept on a leash all times.

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder beforeresuming activities.

• If you are19years of age or older,you are permitted to possess or consume alcoholic beverages on a registered campsite only.

• If you are 19 years of age or older, you are permitted to possess or consume alcoholic beverages on a registered campsite only.

• Campsites must be kept clean at all times.

• Trees, plants, deadwood and natural objects cannot be removed,cut, disturbed or harmed.

• Trees, plants, deadwood and natural objects cannot be removed, cut, disturbed or harmed.

• Maximum 6 people can be registered to a carcampsite. Follow specific cottage guidelines for amount of people allowed.

• Maximum 6 people can be registered to a car campsite. Follow specific cottage guidelines for amount of people allowed.

Boating at Sturgeon Bay

Thereareexcellentfishingopportunities at SturgeonBay!Thepark offers 20 dock slips at the boat launch area for campers and day users torentbetweenfishingadventures.Dockingisbypermit($7.00per night) only, and on a first-come-first-serve basis.

There are excellent fishing opportunities at Sturgeon Bay! The park offers 20 dock slips at the boat launch area for campers and day users to rent between fishing adventures. Docking is by permit ($7.00 per night) only, and on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Important:Mooringandshoringofboats boat launch area is strictly prohibited and can result in a $100 fine, under the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act.

The waters of the Pointe au Baril area fall within Fisheries Management Zone 14 (FMZ 14) and are home to a rich and diverse fish population. If you are an Ontario resident, 18 to 64 years of age, you must have a valid fishing license. These are available at many local businesses and online at www.huntandfishontario.com Please see the Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary for a complete description of the law pertaining to fishing in Ontario including limits and slot sizes. Fishing regulation books are available at the Park Store, fishing regulations for FMZ 14 are also posted at the fish cleaning station. You can access the Fisheries Management Zone information online at www.ontario.ca/ page/fisheries-management-zone-14-fmz-14. We also loan OFAH TackleShare equipment (fishing roads, tackle boxes) free of charge, first-come-first service basis at the Park Store

Massasauga Rattlesnake

The waters ofthePointeauBarilareafallwithin Fisheries Management Zone 14 (FMZ 14) and are home to a rich and diverse fish population.IfyouareanOntarioresident, 18 to 64years of age, you must have a validfishinglicense.Theseareavailableatmanylocalbusinesses andonlineat www.huntandfishontario.com Pleaseseethe Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary for a complete description of thelawpertaining tofishinginOntarioincludinglimitsandslot sizes.Fishingregulation booksareavailable at the Park Store, fishingregulationsforFMZ 14 are alsopostedat thefishcleaning station.Youcan access the FisheriesManagementZone informationonlineat www.ontario.ca/ page/fisheries-management-zone-14-fmz-14. We alsoloanOFAH TackleShareequipment(fishing roads,tackleboxes) free of charge, availableon a first-come-first service basis at the Park Store

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake.

Canoe, Kayak and SUP Rentals

Explore the waters of Sturgeon Bay using one of our rentals! We have canoes,paddleboards, singlekayaks,and doublekayaks for renton a first-come-first-servebasisatthePark Store. Choose between 4-hour($25.00) or 24-hour rentals ($50.00).

Explore the waters of Sturgeon Bay using one of our rentals! We have canoes, paddle boards, single kayaks, and double kayaks for rent on a first-come-first-serve basis at the Park Store. Choose between 4-hour ($25.00) or 24-hour rentals ($50.00).

Garbage and Recycling

Park visitors! Help keep our park clean by disposing garbage and recycling correctly. Dispose wasteat our designated Garbage and Recycling area. If you find a full container, don't leave it where wildlife can access it. Find a different container with room or contact Park Staff for advice. We appreciate your efforts to help protect these beautiful spaces.

Park visitors! Help keep our park clean by disposing garbage and recycling correctly. Dispose waste at our designated Garbage and Recycling area. If you find a full container, don't leave it where wildlife can access it. Find a different container with room or contact Park Staff for advice. We appreciate your efforts to help protect these beautiful spaces.

These protected at-risk snakes may be locatedanywhereinthepark.The MassasaugaRattlesnakeisa venomousheavybodiedsnake reaching50-80cminlength.This snakeismosteasilyidentifiedbyits rattle,whichismadeupof interlockingsegments.Researchers haveobservedthatMassasauga's will remainalertbutmotionlessif approached. Most hikers walk right

Explore the Area

Looking to get on the water and do something other than angling? Explore the rich cultural heritage surrounding Sturgeon Bay only accessible by boat. Sites include the Pointe Au Baril Lighthouse, Whiskey Barrel, Ojibway Island and more! Speak to Park Staff to learn more. Only a 5-minute drive from Sturgeon Bay is the town of Pointe au Baril There you'll find The Station Restaurant, The Station Smashburger Food Stand and Captain Sammys Fish & Chips Stand. Groceries and general camping supplies can be purchased from Home Hardware and CCY General Store. For the anglers be sure to check out E&R Tackle and Bait.

by a Massasauga, unaware of its presence. This snake is a very docile one. When threatened, it rattles or retreats under nearby cover and only strikes as a last resort. Please give this snake it's space, staying at least 5 m back. To help us in our research efforts please report your snake sighting immediately to Park Staff. If you are bitten by a rattlesnake, you should immediately inform Park Staff and seek medical attention.

Lookingto get onthewateranddosomethingotherthanangling?Explorethe rich culturalheritagesurroundingSturgeonBayonlyaccessiblebyboat.Sites include the Pointe Au Baril Lighthouse, Whiskey Barrel, Ojibway Island and more! Speak to Park Staff to learn more. Only a 5-minute drive from Sturgeon Bayis the townofPointeauBaril Thereyou'llfindTheStationRestaurant,TheStation Smashburger FoodStandandCaptain Sammys Fish & ChipsStand. Groceries andgeneralcampingsuppliescanbepurchasedfromHomeHardwareandCCY General Store. For the anglers be sure to check out E&R Tackle and Bait.

If you are looking to take a day trip, consider heading to the town of Parry Sound. Just 30 minutes south of Sturgeon Bay, Parry Sound offers a variety of dining, hiking and excursion opportunities. Hikers can explore the North Shore Rugged Hiking Trail, Rose Point Recreational Trail or the Rotary and Algonquin Regiment Waterfront Fitness Trail. Killbear Provincial Park is also located approximately 1-hour south of Sturgeon Bay.

Ifyouarelookingtotake a daytrip,considerheadingtothetownof Parry Sound.Just 30 minutessouthof SturgeonBay, Parry Soundoffers a variety ofdining, hikingandexcursionopportunities. Hikers can exploretheNorth ShoreRuggedHikingTrail,RosePointRecreationalTrailorthe RotaryandAlgonquinRegimentWaterfrontFitnessTrail.KillbearProvincial Park is also located approximately 1-hour south of Sturgeon Bay.

Head north and explore Grundy Lake Provincial Park, just a short 30minute drive from Sturgeon Bay. Hike one of Grundy Lake’s four magnificent trails, hang out at one of their six sandy beaches or attend a Discovery Program. Your mobile booking confirmation can act as a day-pass at Grundy Lake. If you plan to visit other parks while staying at Sturgeon Bay, please contact each park directly for information regarding day-pass requirements.

HeadnorthandexploreGrundyLakeProvincial Park, just a short 30minutedrivefromSturgeonBay.HikeoneofGrundyLake’sfour magnificenttrails,hangoutatoneoftheirsixsandybeachesorattenda Discovery Program. Yourmobilebookingconfirmationcanactas a day-passat Grundy Lake. If you plan to visit other parks while staying at Sturgeon Bay, please contact each park directly for information regarding day-pass requirements.

Canoe, Kayak and SUP Rentals

PARK INFORMATION

What to do when a storm rolls in

No one plans for a storm to hit during their trip, however it's important to know what to do if a storm rolls in.

take shelter in a privy as these structures arenot equipped to handle lightning strikes.

When you're on the water: If you're swimming, paddling, or boating,get to shore immediately and seek shelter. Water can be unpredictable and lightening can spread across the surface.

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder beforeresuming activities.

Massasauga Rattlesnake

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake.

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

If youarelookingformoreluxurious campingexperience,Sturgeon Bay hasfourcottagesavailableforrent! Thesecottagesareontheopposite sideofHighway529fromthemain campground.

Stop by our Park Store

All cottages havea kitchen,furnished commonarea,runningwater,a three-piecebathroom, andan air conditioning unit. Outside,visitors will find a deck, fire pit, picnic table

We've all been there, something critical was left at home... don't fret, head over to our Park Store! We

and propanebarbeque. Thenumberof peoplethat can beaccommodated rangesfrom 4–8 peopledepending onthecottage.Reservationsare availablefor aminimumof 6 nights (SaturdaytoFriday)fromthe3rd Saturday in Juneto LabourDay weekend. Outsideofthiswindow thereisa2-nightminimumstay anda3-nightminimumstay onlong weekends.

explore the park, observe plants and animals, and discover the wonders of Sturgeon Bay.

After a successful day of angling, Our Park Store is the perfect spot to purchase a "pick me up" refreshment. Choose from hot and

the species found at Sturgeon Bay by uploading your nature sightings to iNaturalist!

Sturgeon Bay (Georgian Bay)

PARK INFORMATION

What to do when a storm rolls in

No one plans for a storm to hit during their trip, however it's important to know what to do if a storm rolls in.

What to do when a storm rolls in

No one plans for a storm to hit during their trip, however it's important to know what to do if a storm rolls in.

take shelter in a privy as these structures arenot equipped to handle lightning strikes.

take shelter in a privy as these structures are not equipped to handle lightning strikes.

take shelter in a privy as these structures arenot equipped to handle lightning strikes.

When in a campground: Make a lightning safety plan. Be aware of your surroundings, look for shelter, and steer clear of tall objects. If you're staying in a tent or tenttrailer, the safest option is your hard-topped vehicle with the windows rolled up. Avoid touching metal inside the vehicle. Do not

When you're on the water: If you're swimming, paddling, or boating,get to shore immediately and seek shelter. Water can be unpredictable and lightening can spread across the surface.

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder beforeresuming activities.

When you're on the water: If you're swimming, paddling, or boating, get to shore immediately and seek shelter. Water can be unpredictable and lightening can spread across the surface.

When you're on the water: If you're swimming, paddling, or boating,get to shore immediately and seek shelter. Water can be unpredictable and lightening can spread across the surface.

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder beforeresuming activities.

Massasauga Rattlesnake

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder before resuming activities.

After the storm: Wait 30 minutes after the last flash of lightening or rumble of thunder beforeresuming activities.

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

If youarelookingformoreluxurious campingexperience,Sturgeon Bay hasfourcottagesavailableforrent! Thesecottagesareontheopposite sideofHighway529fromthemain campground.

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake.

These protected at-risk snakes may be located anywhere in the park. The Massasauga Rattlesnake is a venomous heavy bodied snake reaching 50-80cm in length. This snake is most easily identified by its rattle, which is made up of interlocking segments. Researchers have observed that Massasauga's will remain alert but motionless if approached. Most hikers walk right

This area is home to one of Ontario’s few remaining populations of the Massasauga Rattlesnake.

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

If youarelookingformoreluxurious campingexperience,Sturgeon Bay hasfourcottagesavailableforrent! Thesecottagesareontheopposite sideofHighway529fromthemain campground.

All cottages havea kitchen,furnished commonarea,runningwater,a three-piecebathroom, andan air conditioning unit. Outside,visitors will find a deck, fire pit, picnic table

If youarelookingformoreluxurious campingexperience,Sturgeon Bay hasfourcottagesavailableforrent! Thesecottagesareontheopposite sideofHighway529fromthemain campground.

If you are looking for more luxurious camping experience, Sturgeon Bay has four cottages available for rent! These cottages are on the opposite side of Highway 529 from the main campground.

If youarelookingformoreluxurious campingexperience,Sturgeon Bay hasfourcottagesavailableforrent! Thesecottagesareontheopposite sideofHighway529fromthemain campground.

All cottages havea kitchen,furnished commonarea,runningwater,a three-piecebathroom, andan air conditioning unit. Outside,visitors will find a deck, fire pit, picnic table

All cottages have a kitchen, furnished common area, running water, a three-piece bathroom, and an air conditioning unit. Outside, visitors will find a deck, fire pit, picnic table

and propane barbeque. The number of people that can be accommodated ranges from 4 – 8 people depending on the cottage. Reservations are available for a minimum of 6 nights (Saturday to Friday) from the 3rd Saturday in June to Labour Day weekend. Outside of this window there is a 2-night minimum stay and a 3-night minimum stay on long weekends.

Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park Info Guide

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Welcome to Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

Welcome to Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

Welcome to Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

Welcome to Sturgeon Bay Provincial Park

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

PARK INFORMATION

PARK INFORMATION

PARK INFORMATION

What to do when a storm rolls in

Park Rules

Park Rules

Fishing Regulations

Fishing Regulations

Boating at Sturgeon Bay

Boating at Sturgeon Bay

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Canoe, Kayak and SUP Rentals

Garbage and Recycling

Explore the Area

Explore the Area

PARK INFORMATION

PARK INFORMATION

What to do when a storm rolls in

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Stop by our Park Store

PARK INFORMATION

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What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

What to do when a storm rolls in

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Massasauga Rattlesnake

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

Roofed Accommodations: Cottages

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