Notice: There is currently a power outage in the Island Lake Campground.

HYDRO UPDATE: Power has been restored to the Pines Campground and the Gatehouse. Work is ongoing to restore power to the Island Lake Campground. The park is under a boil water advisory until further notice.

HYDRO UPDATE: Power's been restored to all areas of the park! The Island Lake & mini comfort stations have been reopened. The Slab Lake comfort station is closed until further notice. The park is under a boil water advisory until further notice. Thank you for your understanding!

Have you ever been stargazing on a clear night and noticed a cloudy, light band in the sky? You've spotted the Milky Way Galaxy! 🌌 🌟 How big is the Milky Way, what is it made of, and why does it look like a blur of light? Find answers here: bit.ly/4aUi5aB

The boil water advisory has been lifted for the park! Thank you again for your patience and understanding.

We're ready for another summer of beautiful sunsets at Kettle Lakes! Have you ever wondered about the science behind sunsets, or what they often symbolize? Find out more here: bit.ly/3JaaA3A 🌅

Is your campsite bear safe? Bears will be attracted by: 🐻 food aromas 🐻 the scent of garbage 🐻 cooking smells 🐻 ripe fruits and pet food left outside All wildlife attractants are best stored in the trunk of your vehicle with its windows closed: bit.ly/3wWMtm8

Out exploring the park and found a plant or animal you don't recognize? Check out our tips and tricks for nature sleuthing: bit.ly/3J8jLl7 To confirm what you've seen, or if you're stumped, bring a photo to the Visitor Centre and ask our Discovery staff! 🐸 🐝 🌼 🌿

Are you a sunset chaser? So is the Common Nighthawk, one of Kettle Lakes' summer residents! This bird actively hunts the skies for food at sunrise and sunset. Next time you are enjoying a beautiful Kettle Lakes sunset, listen for their distinctive call: bit.ly/3JeSqOg

We are currently sold out for day use on Saturday, July 13th. Please consider visiting another day or exploring another park.

Painting is a great way to capture memories of a landscape and to spend quiet time observing your surroundings. Does that sound good to you? Look for art in the park programs in our Discovery schedule! In the meantime, check out these tips: bit.ly/4cP6P10 🎨 🌈 🏕️ 🌅

It's National Moth Week! In celebration, we wanted to share some pretty cool moth facts with you: ontarioparks.ca/parksblog/5-mo…

Exploring park trails is great option for the 30x30 challenge! Some trails offer the chance to learn from interpretive displays or guides, while others show you unique ecosystems. But they all have one thing in common - contributions from Discovery staff: bit.ly/3Ucz823

🌲🚶‍♂️ Celebrate Take a Hike Day with us at Kettle Lakes, with a guided hike! 🚶‍♀️🌲 🗺️ Details: Bring water & comfortable shoes. 📅 Date: Saturday, August 10 🕒 Time: 10:00 AM (approx. 1.5 hours) 📍 Location: Kettle Trailhead This is considered a moderately challenging hike.

Kettle Lakes is a summer home to some neat bird species 🐦! Many of these birds pass briefly through southern Ontario during migration, but spend a couple of summer months in the boreal. Find out more about why the boreal forest is a birder's paradise: bit.ly/3VpDwvK

On a clear night at Kettle Lakes, those who stay up a little late are rewarded with a very starry sky. Not only do the dark skies at Kettle Lakes allow us to see these beautiful views, but they also provide us with many health benefits: bit.ly/4anu6oX 🌟 🌌 ☄️ 🌕

With fall approaching, Black Bears are busy eating as they prepare for winter hibernation. What's on a bear's menu? And how can you make sure to practice bear safety while you're visiting? Find out here: bit.ly/3JcxdEr 🍓🐻

Happy International Dog Day to you and your four-legged camping companion! 🐶 🐕 🐩 Share your favourite picture of your furry friend enjoying the park in the comments below!

Please note that our Gatehouse hours will be changing for the fall as of Monday, September 2nd. Our updated hours will be: 🍂 Sunday - Thursday: 9:00am-4:00pm 🍂 Friday & Saturday: 9:00am-8:00pm If you arrive after hours, proceed to your campsite & check in the next morning.

The trees are turning gold at Kettle Lakes✨! The park is open until Thanksgiving, so there are still a few weeks to enjoy these autumnal views. You can stay up to date with the progression of our fall colours at the following link: ontarioparks.ca/fallcolour Happy camping!🍂🏕️