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Thousand Islands National Park

An official Parks Canada page. Français : http://ow.ly/k6wQ50LZGcj Established in 1904 as the first Canadian national park east of the Rockies, St.
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Thousand Islands National Park is a boater's paradise in the heart of the Thousand Islands. Follow us on Twitter

As a small protected area in the heart of the Thousand Islands, Thousand Islands National Park works to promote sustainable recreation while protecting the land and wildlife that make

the area a popular tourist destination. The park is located in an area of rich biodiversity and is home to many species at risk. Thousand Islands National Park consists of several ecologically important mainland properties and more than 20 islands between Kingston and Brockville. The Visitor Centre at Mallorytown Landing provides an introduction to the park with a hiking trail, interpretive programs, exhibits, and activities for the whole family. The park is a key regional partner in encouraging sustainable lifestyles and in protecting the ecosystems of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve. The Biosphere Reserve, officially designated by the United Nations in 2002, recognizes the region as a place where people live, work, and enjoy a variety of economic and recreational activities based on respect for the environment. Lawrence Islands celebrated its centennial in 2004. The unique ecosystem of the park will be preserved as a legacy for the next century and beyond. You are invited to experience Thousand Islands National Park and enjoy the beauty of this fascinating region! To find Parks Canada's social media terms of service, click on the link below: www.pc.gc.ca/en/termes-terms

09/15/2026

September 15 is National Online Learning Day! 💻🧠

Online learning helps connect us with new information, stories, and perspectives, no matter where we are. 🤓 With all the information right at your fingertips, planning ahead has never been so easy! 📲

It’s easier now more than ever before to . 🔍 Embrace online learning by researching your national park destination before your arrival, focusing on details like:
☀️ Wind and weather conditions 🌬️
🏠 Facilities and hours of operation ⏰
🅿️ Reservation-required sites. 🚗
⚠️ Updates and alerts ❗

🖥️ Plan your visit to Thousand Islands National Park online at the link below:
🖱️ https://ow.ly/s6sj50ZIP8V

09/12/2026

Picture this view, but make it fall. 😍🍂

Landons Bay Lookout offers a gorgeous view of the St Lawrence River and the Thousand Islands archipelago. It won't be long until the islands take on their autumn palette 🎨 for an orange-golden view. 💛

Get all the fall views when you purchase a parking pass, 🅿️ which is good for all four mainland trails (Jones Creek, Polly Creek, Mallorytown Landing, Landons Bay).

Self-serve registration permits are available by green deposit boxes located at the trailhead. 🗳️ QR Code payment is available at the parking lot.

🍁 Plan your fall hike in Landons Bay here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/KZLK50ZIPxM

09/11/2026

Service Alert

The washroom facilities at Mallorytown Landing are currently unavailable until further notice.

This includes:
• Toilets
• Running water
• Showers

A composting toilet is available in the oTENTik area.

Portable toilets will be available over the weekend.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

09/09/2026

Exploring Thousand Islands National Park by boat? Here’s what you need to know before you arrive. 🏖️

🚤 Whether you’re docking, mooring, or beaching your vessel, all boaters must complete a self-registration permit upon arrival. 📮Permits can be found in the registration boxes located at each dock on most islands (pictured below).

A few important reminders:
🌊 Self-registration is required for all visiting boaters, paid for by cash, cheque, or credit card.
🌊 Dock space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
🌊 Docking fees vary based on vessel length and the duration of your stay.
🌊 Yellow painted sections on docks are reserved for Parks Canada vessels and must be kept clear.

🛟 Planning ahead helps ensure a smooth arrival and an enjoyable visit to Thousand Islands National Park.

🤿 Learn more about boating regulations and visitor safety:
🔗 https://ow.ly/hjip50ZHurz

09/07/2026

As the seasons begin to change, so do the park’s hours of operation! 🍂

📅 Starting September 8, the Visitor Centre kiosk at Mallorytown Landing will be closed for the season.

Self-serve registration permits remain available at mainland and island facilities until October 12, 2026. 🗳️

⏰ Click here for park facilities’ seasonal hours:
🔗 https://ow.ly/xWq850ZIPjm

09/04/2026

Explore Thousand Islands National Park with a self-guided audio tour on the Parks Canada App! 🎧📲

Listen to the diary entries of some of the park’s species at risk as you explore the park’s most popular hiking trails. 🦎🐢

Download your tour of choice before beginning the loop trails at Landons Bay, Jones Creek, and Mallorytown Landing. 🗺️ There’s something to learn for everyone!

🚶‍♀️ Learn more about the self-guided walking tours here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/Fptk50ZIPrZ

09/02/2026

Welcome to a of Nathan and Beth, members of the parks’ resource conservation team! 🦫🌲

Today, we follow this duo during a busy day of tree health surveys. Beth and Nathan packed their gear and boated out to the forest plot with the monitoring team to record some data. 📋📈

Nathan began measuring tree diameter and monitoring crown conditions and stem defects. 📏 This information tells us if there are any changes in tree health. 💚

Next, the team measured seedling density of five seedling plots. 🌱 Finding a high seedling density suggests healthy and balanced tree regeneration.

Lastly, Beth and Nathan assessed decomposition of fallen trees and large branches in the forest plot. 🔍 After identifying other characteristics – insect/animal damage, moss cover, hollowness, burn marks – the team leaves downed trees where they are. 🪵 These trees become excellent seedling beds, soil nutrient sources, and habitats for other forest critters. 🦎

After repeating this across other forest plots, the monitoring team returns to the mainland and finishes by logging their results.

Thank you to Beth, Nathan, and the hardworking resource conservation team for protecting these special places! 💚

🌿 Learn more about conservation efforts at Thousand Islands National Park here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/xohk50ZGz20

08/31/2026

🚨 Attention Thousand Islands boaters: this is your reminder! 🚤

Thousand Islands National Park is an extremely busy destination. As the season continues, remember that you are visiting a national park, not a party venue. People visit these special places to connect with nature, loved ones, and the calm of the outdoors. 🌳

Ensure that your visit sails smoothly ⛵ by keeping these tips in mind for the sake of your nautical neighbours:
🤝 Be respectful of the other visitors trying to enjoy their trip too
🤫 No excessive noise at any time, and be mindful of quiet hours from 10 pm to 8 am
🚶 Leave space for others to freely walk about the docks when gathering in large groups
❌ Saving or reserving dock space is prohibited. Docking is first-come, first-serve
💛 Leave yellow dock spaces open for park and emergency vessels
💙 Leave blue dock spaces open for campers
🙅‍♀️ Liquor is prohibited on docks, in shelters, and in public spaces
👣 Leave no trace – leave the docks and waters as clean as you found them

🌊 Visit the link below for more boater tips and information:
🔗 https://ow.ly/GiZT50ZGAOw

08/29/2026

Staff turtle release day = the best day of the season! 🐢💚

Our staff turtle release day was turt-ally a success with one clutch of 44 snapping turtle hatchlings being released back into their natural habitat. 🥚 Throughout the season, roughly 320 eggs were collected across three species of turtles!

These turtle clutches were excavated early in the season due to their vulnerable roadside locations. 🛣️ After some meticulous incubation, these turtles were finally ready to be reintroduced to their original habitat. 🌿

Thank you to the Parks staff who helped nurture these turtles and release them back to their natural habitat, and to the careful-driving visitors who allowed the Parks team to excavate these eggs. 🚗

Keep your eyes on the road and on your speed for the sake of Thousand Islands National Park’s newest residents. 🫶

08/27/2026

Nothing beats a picnic lunch with an island view! 🥪🏝️

Make your next island picnic a plastic-free one. ♻️ Choose to refuse single-use plastics and opt for these sustainable alternatives:
🍴 Stainless steel or compostable cutlery, utensils or straws
🍱 Reusable containers for snack and meal storage
🥛 Reusable water bottles, collapsable cups, and travel mugs
🐝 Beeswax wraps for food
🧺 A lunch box, backpack, or basket over plastic bags to tie it all together ✨

BONUS: Pack up any trash or food waste items you brought and bring them back home with you. 🎒

Enjoy a tasty lunch, minimal clean-up, and the knowledge that you help keep these special places litter free when you pack-in, pack-out. 🥤🚯

👉 Plan your visit to the park here:
🔗 https://ow.ly/OS0050ZBult

Address

1121 Thousand Islands Parkway
Gananoque, ON
K0E1R0

Telephone

+16139235261

Website

http://www.pc.gc.ca/TI

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