Students: Have you applied to work with Ontario Parks this summer? Apply early for your best chance to spend the summer with us. The next round of applications closes on April 5. blog.ontarioparks.ca/apply-park-ran…

Welcome back to Charleston Lake! For our first #WildlifeWednesday, meet the Eastern Phoebe, one of the first birds to return each spring! This insect-catching songbird is often seen bobbing its tail and has even nested near our Discovery Centre in recent years.

🐢 Happy World Turtle Day! 🐢 Turtles bask in the sun to warm up, just like this Midland Painted Turtle spotted at Quiddity Boardwalk! 📍 Seen any turtles today? Share your pics! #WorldTurtleDay #SunshineAndShells

It’s #WildlifeWednesday and #PollinatorWeek! 🌼🐝 Did you know 75% of flowering plants rely on pollinators? Bees, butterflies, ants, moths, even hummingbirds help plants thrive!🌸🦋

We ❤️ nature, and we know you do too. Here are a few simple ways you can be a respectful visitor during your time at #OntarioParks: 🌿 Do not pick any plants! 🦊 Keep your distance from wildlife! 🌲 Stay on designated trails! 🍫 Pack out your garbage! #DiscoverOP

The park has now reached full capacity and is closed for day use visitors. Please consider visiting another day or exploring another park.

Short hikes, big vibes. 🥾 Hemlock Ridge and Beech Woods at Charleston Lake PP are both under 2 km with breathtaking scenery. Take a detour: blog.ontarioparks.ca/hiking-charles… You might just find your new favourite trail. 🌲

Did you know Charleston Lake offers daily Discovery programs all summer long? Here are 3 reasons you should check out our Discovery programs: 🌞 Fun for all ages! 🌞 Discover something new about Charleston Lake! 🌞 Free with park admission!

Partial Fire Ban at Charleston Lake Effective July 30, 2025 – No campfires allowed from 10AM to 7PM at interior/remote campsites. Use designated pits, keep clear of flammable materials, and have water ready. bit.ly/453PKib

Full Fire Ban in Effect Effective August 6, 2025, a Full Fire Ban is in place for all land within park boundaries at Charleston Lake. No campfires allowed at any time! For updates related to this ban, please visit: bit.ly/453PKib

Effective August 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM the Total fire ban has been lifted for our park. Visit our website for up-to-date information: ontarioparks.com/alerts

Giant Swallowtails—North America’s largest butterflies—weren’t seen at #CharlestonLake until the 2010s, when hurricane winds pushed them north. Now they’re a staple found in the park near flowers! 🌼 #OntarioParks #WildlifeWednesday #GiantSwallowtails #Nature

How to wash dishes on your campsite: 🍽️ Fill a bin with water 💧 Boil water using your stove 🥛 Wash dishes in bin and set out to dry 🚽 Dispose of dish water down the vault toilet or at the trailer sanitation station ontarioparks.com/parksblog/wash…

Happy #NationalDogDay! 🐾 Today we’re celebrating the pups who bring joy, adventure & unconditional love to every camping trip—whether they’re hiking trails, splashing at the dog beach, or soaking up the sun. 📸 Whistler, Duke, Molson, & Molly #CharlestonLake #OntarioParks

🥾 Step into September in stride on Quiddity Trail! 🍂 Wander through Charleston Lake’s marsh, take in the stunning lake views from the lookout, and embrace the peaceful beauty of autumn. #TrailTuesday #CharlestonLake #Hiking #DiscoverOP #OntarioParks

If you haven’t explored Charleston Lake yet, now’s the time! Our park offers stunning views, rich biodiversity, and unforgettable outdoor experiences! Check out our blog post to learn more: blog.ontarioparks.ca/visit-charlest… #CharlestonLake #DiscoverOP #OntarioParks

You don't like seeing it, and we don't like retrieving it. Please don't leave your dog's business hanging on trees. ontarioparks.com/parksblog/dog-… #actONlitter #CharlestonLake

As park-lovers, it's our responsibility to dispose of all our garbage correctly. Remember to: 🗑️ Do a sweep before you leave your site or day-use spot 🗑️ Be mindful of small plastics 🗑️ Bring your own garbage bag ontarioparks.com/parksblog/how-… #actONlitter #CharlestonLake

Pick up a FREE Discovery Book when you visit Charleston Lake! 3 reasons you should take a Discovery Book: 🔎 You can explore the park as you complete it 🖍️ The activities are fun for all ages! 🌳 A keepsake to remember your trip! #CharlestonLakePP #OntarioParks #Discovery

⚠️ Attention Park Visitors⚠️ There will be a scheduled power outage on Sunday, October 5 from approximately 7:00am to 1:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call: (613) 659-2065 Thanks for your understanding, we appreciate your patience!