Aaron Provincial Park
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Rating: ★★★★★★★★★☆ Aaron Park
Box 730, 479 Government Street , Dryden, ON, P8N 2Z4 (807)938-6534 summer (807)223-7535 winter No. of Sites (89) - 50 non-electrical sites, 39 electrical sites, 1 group site Wheel Chair Accessible Campsites - Barrier-free access is available at the comfort station Operating Dates: May 16, 2014 to September 21, 2014 |
Blog Entries: Aaron Park - August 2014
Terrain: Thick bush of pines and poplars and other deciduous trees. Good balance of sun and shade areas. Can hear the highway
nearby but it is not that noticeable.
Staff: Were none there when we were there, but you can tell that this park is very well cared for. Payments placed in envelopes when staff not on
site.
Bathrooms: Very clean and has lights on a timer.
Shower: Only one, located in about the center of the park at the comfort station
Beach: 2 large sandy beaches with roped in swimming areas
Outdoor Water Faucets: well placed through out the park
Hiking Trails:
Aspen Trail - 2km, moderate
The Aspen Trail will introduce you to stands of boreal forest consisting of aspen, birch, Jack Pine, Balsam Fir and spruce trees. Walk through the remnants of the terrific wind storm of 1973 and over bare rock surfaces scarred by glaciers which melted 10 to 15 thousand years ago! Look for signs of White-tailed Deer, such as browsed branches, tracks and pellets. All the while you will be entertained by Aaron’s 26 species of warblers, as well as other boreal songbirds.
Eastern White Cedar Trail - 1.2 km loop, easy
A stroll down this trail will help you appreciate the history and ecology of Aaron. You will walk through large, historic stands of trees, hike along the shores and wetlands of Thunder Lake and climb up a slope to a clay plain. See how many speci
Pet Amenities: Pet exercise area
Playground: One playground located down near the beach and the picnic pavilion. Swings, teeter totter, slide, jungle gym.
Park Store: Located In the park office. Ice and firewood are available.
Boat/Canoe Rentals: Canoes and kayaks are available for rent at the Park Office. Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) are also available for loan
with a $25 refundable deposit.
nearby but it is not that noticeable.
Staff: Were none there when we were there, but you can tell that this park is very well cared for. Payments placed in envelopes when staff not on
site.
Bathrooms: Very clean and has lights on a timer.
Shower: Only one, located in about the center of the park at the comfort station
Beach: 2 large sandy beaches with roped in swimming areas
Outdoor Water Faucets: well placed through out the park
Hiking Trails:
Aspen Trail - 2km, moderate
The Aspen Trail will introduce you to stands of boreal forest consisting of aspen, birch, Jack Pine, Balsam Fir and spruce trees. Walk through the remnants of the terrific wind storm of 1973 and over bare rock surfaces scarred by glaciers which melted 10 to 15 thousand years ago! Look for signs of White-tailed Deer, such as browsed branches, tracks and pellets. All the while you will be entertained by Aaron’s 26 species of warblers, as well as other boreal songbirds.
Eastern White Cedar Trail - 1.2 km loop, easy
A stroll down this trail will help you appreciate the history and ecology of Aaron. You will walk through large, historic stands of trees, hike along the shores and wetlands of Thunder Lake and climb up a slope to a clay plain. See how many speci
Pet Amenities: Pet exercise area
Playground: One playground located down near the beach and the picnic pavilion. Swings, teeter totter, slide, jungle gym.
Park Store: Located In the park office. Ice and firewood are available.
Boat/Canoe Rentals: Canoes and kayaks are available for rent at the Park Office. Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs) are also available for loan
with a $25 refundable deposit.
Things To Do At Aaron Provincial Park
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Canoe Rentals
- Kayak rentals
- Playground
- Self Guided trails
- Picnicking
- Bike and Helmet Rentals
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Canoe Rentals
- Kayak rentals
- Playground
- Self Guided trails
- Picnicking
- Bike and Helmet Rentals
Attractions And Places To Go Near Aaron Provincial Park
Closest City - Dryden, Ontario
- Suspension Bridge over the Wabigoon River which can be accessed through Johnston park
- Laura Howe Marsh Conservation Area
- Hambleton House, home of the Dryden Museum
- Golf Courses : Eagle's Landing, Evergreen Golf Course, and Anderson's Homestead Golf Course
- Egli's Sheep Farm and Animal Park is located in Minnitaki, Ontario, 20 kms (12 miles) west of Dryden on Highway 17.
- Dryden Athletic Recreation Complex (Pool with waterslide, weight room, cardio fitness room, squash and racquetball courts, Two full size rinks, rollerblading, skateboarding, public skating, and hockey)
- Sunset Drive-In Theatre
Closest City - Dryden, Ontario
- Suspension Bridge over the Wabigoon River which can be accessed through Johnston park
- Laura Howe Marsh Conservation Area
- Hambleton House, home of the Dryden Museum
- Golf Courses : Eagle's Landing, Evergreen Golf Course, and Anderson's Homestead Golf Course
- Egli's Sheep Farm and Animal Park is located in Minnitaki, Ontario, 20 kms (12 miles) west of Dryden on Highway 17.
- Dryden Athletic Recreation Complex (Pool with waterslide, weight room, cardio fitness room, squash and racquetball courts, Two full size rinks, rollerblading, skateboarding, public skating, and hockey)
- Sunset Drive-In Theatre
Directions:
15 km east of Dryden on highway 17 or 6 km west of Wabigoon, on the shores of Thunder Lake
Signs For Directions To Park - Easy to see and conveniently located off of the Trans-Canada Highway
15 km east of Dryden on highway 17 or 6 km west of Wabigoon, on the shores of Thunder Lake
Signs For Directions To Park - Easy to see and conveniently located off of the Trans-Canada Highway