The Best Hammock Camping Grounds Across Canada
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A Guide to the Best Camping Spots Across Our Gorgeous Nation
Canada is home to many beautiful national and provincial parks. Coast to coast, there are stunning spots that are yours to discover right in your own backyard. The best part? These parks have plenty of excellent hammock camping sites to enjoy, by the water and under the stars.
As discussed in our previous articles, hammock camping is incredibly convenient and comfortable, especially when you have the right hammock camping gear.
Read More: How To Hammock Camp?
Camping hammocks in Canada are durable, lightweight, and fast drying so you can easily pack up and carry your hammock wherever your adventure takes you.
Camping hammocks can also come with a built-in mosquito net for ease-of-use and comfort. Mosquito nets are a must-have to keep you protected from bites while you sleep.
Read More: How To Find A Hammock That Will Last?
For couples and anyone who wants to snuggle while camping, there are also double, or two-person camping hammocks available.
Also, choose ridgeline cord and tree-hugger straps to hang your hammock between two sturdy trees. These tree straps won’t hurt the trees you’re hanging from.
Aside from hanging a hammock between two trees, there are many other ways you can enjoy your hammock while camping. Hammock camping allows you to get creative and live off the beaten path for as long as you have fuel in your pack and water in your jug. If you’re wondering how to hang a hammock at the beach or if you can enjoy hammock camping without trees, look for a portable hammock stand to take with you on your adventure.
Scenic Places To Hand Your Hammock
Joffre Lakes and Pierce Lake, Barnet Marine Par
A jewel located in British Columbia. With magnificent scenery and dreamy views, this place will make you. be forever grateful to be able to see Canada. A picturesque environment and relaxing nature have always been a winning combination - and this place definitely proves it.
Spray Lakes, Alberta
Located in Spray Valley Provincial Park, about 16 km south of Canmore, this peaceful campground is the haven you've been craving for lately. Throughout the length of the lake, Banff National Park's eastern border lies within five kilometres of the western shore. If that doesn't sound like it came out of a drawing, we don't know what does.
Major's Hill Park, Ontario
Even though it's not far away from civilization at all, rather it's located in the capital's core, Major Hill Park is often a place many hammock enthusiasts choose to hang their hammocks in during summer. With a magnificent view of Parliament Hill, Chateau Laurier and the Ottawa River, you can relax in the middle of the city while feeling you actually left the city, thanks to the calmness and the sound of the surrounding trees.
Plus, there are some bars and other places to grab a bite or a drink nearby!
Sandbanks Provincial Park, Ontario
Explore the world's largest baymouth barrier dune formation! The park is located on Lake Ontario in Prince Edward County and is considered one of the best sandy beaches. Your hammock experience will definitely rise to another level!
Whiteshell Provincial Park, Manitoba
About 130 km east of Winnipeg, this private campsite by the water is a dream to hang your hammock in. You'll find a number of scenic hiking trails and more than enough trees to hang your hammock around, as well as beautiful rapids and rocky landscapes. The Manitoba province's most famous park is definitely worth checking out!
Saint-Donat, Quebec
A beautiful, scenic village inspired by the French regional natural parks. This mountainous place is home to majestic lakes and woods, and you can find breathtaking panoramic places to relax and enjoy the view while swinging in your hammock.
Gaspé Peninsula, Quebec
A peninsula along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River. As with the other places we mentioned, this one also offers scenery that you can only find here in Canada. Quebec is known for its nature and alluring views, and the Gaspé Peninsula not only fits the standards, but it also exceeds it.
Murphy's Camping on the Ocean, Nova Scotia
Although privately held, Murphy's Camping has provided nature enthusiasts with a go-to place for enjoying the great outdoors for more than 50 years! The views you can get from here are often described as indescribable. You just have to see it!
Coast-to-coast Places You Should See!
Whether you’re looking for your next big adventure, or to simply unplug and recharge by spending time in the great outdoors, we’ve compiled a list of the best places to hammock camp in Canada from coast to coast. Let's start with the Pacific!
British Columbia
Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
Considered some of the best camping in BC, this park is home to the 75-km West Coast Trail. This ocean-side park is also rich in natural history and Nuu-chah-nulth culture.
What to do: Take a stroll on the gorgeous beach or the West Coast Trail, and don’t forget to go surfing or kayaking!
Fees: Starting from $24 per night
Campsite availability: March to October
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/pacificrim
Location: This park reserve is about a half-hour drive west from Victoria.
Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park
This park is home to the 3,618-metre high Assiniboine Mountain, part of the Canadian Rockies. It also has spectacular views of lakes, glaciers, and alpine meadows.
What to do: Hike the Assiniboine Mountain and take in the stunning scenery.
Fees: Starting from $10 per person per night
Campsite availability: June to September
Website: http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/mt_assiniboine/
Location: Accessible only by walking trails, this park is about a half-hour hike from Radium Hot Springs.
Alberta
Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is more than 11,000 square kilometres in the Canadian Rockies, with scenic views of lakes, mountains, and wildlife.
What to do: Hike the Rockies, visit the fractured tongue of the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield, and go on guided glacier walks.
Fees: Starting from $15.70
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/jasper
Location: Jasper National Park is about a three-hour drive west from Edmonton.
Banff National Park
With awe-inspiring views of the Rocky Mountains, glacial lakes, and forest, Banff is a must-visit park for camping in Alberta.
What to do: Explore the national historic sites, such as the Cave and Basin, and relax in the natural hot springs.
Fees: Starting at $11 per night per person
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/banff
Location: Banff National Park is a one-and-a-half-hour drive west from Calgary.
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Landing Provincial Park
This provincial park along the South Saskatchewan River has many historical sites and interpretative trails to discover. Visitors to the park also enjoy fishing, swimming, and sunbathing.
What to do: Go for a swim at the beach, or visit the historic sites, such as the Goodwin House.
Fees: Starting from $18 per person per night
Campsite availability: May long weekend to Labour Day
Location: Saskatchewan Landing is about a half-hour drive north from Swift Current.
Meadow Lake Provincial Park
This 1,600-kilometre park has more than 20 rivers, lakes, and streams. Its Boreal Trail is one of the top hiking destinations in Canada, and its beaches are some of the best in the province.
What to do: Go for a hike along the Boreal Trail or relax at the beach.
Fees: Starting from $18 per person per night
Campsite availability: May long weekend to Labour Day
Website: http://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/provincialpark/2965/meadow-lake-provincial-park#sort=relevancy
Location: Meadow Lake Provincial Park is about a two-hour drive north from Lloydminster, Alberta.
Manitoba
Vermillion Park Campground
Vermillion Park has plenty of comforts for campers, such as fire pits, picnic areas, water, and washrooms. There is also a 2-km walking trail and the Dead River, which is home to local wildlife.
What to do: Take a walk along the walking trail and enjoy a picnic in the covered picnic area if it starts to rain.
Fees: Starting from $15 per campsite per night
Campsite availability: Until mid-October
Website: https://dauphinrec.com/index.php/facilities/vermillion-park-campground
Location: The Vermillion Park Campground is located in Dauphin.
Steep Rock Beach Park
Located along the shores of Lake Manitoba, campers can take in the beautiful views of the lake, sunsets, and rock and cliff formations.
What to do: Explore the private coves, beaches, and trails.
Fees: Starting at $26.80 per night per campsite
Campsite availability: May to October
Website: www.steeprockbeach.ca
Location: Steep Rock Beach Park is about a two-and-a-half-hour drive north from Winnipeg.
Ontario
Algonquin Provincial Park
This 7,600-square kilometre park is one of Canada’s largest and is filled with beautiful lakes, portage trails, and wildlife. Algonquin Park has both backcountry campsites you can reach by hiking or canoeing, and campsites accessible by car.
What to do: Wildlife watching and the weekly wolf howl.
Fees: $12.43 per person per night for backcountry campsites. And about $44 per night for six people and one vehicle for developed campsites.
Availability: April to October
Website: www.algonquinpark.on.ca
Location: Algonquin Park is situated between the Ottawa River and Georgian Bay and is about a three-hour drive from both Ottawa and Toronto.
Bruce Peninsula National Park
This 154-square kilometre park is part of the Niagara Escarpment and has a rocky landscape. Here, you can swim in clear, turquoise blue waters and take in views of the sunset over the peninsula cliffs.
What to do: Hike or swim to the Grotto cave, and visit the rocky Indian Head Cove beach.
Fees: Starting at $4.90 per night per person
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/bruce
Location: Bruce Peninsula National Park is about an hour drive north from Owen Sound, and a four-hour drive west from Toronto.
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Enjoy stunning views of Lake Superior, the Sleeping Giant Mountain, and the boreal forest wildlife in this Northern Ontario provincial park.
What to do: Explore more than 100 km of hiking trails, geological features—such as the Sea Lion and Tee Harbour—and hike the Top of the Giant Trail and to the Thunder Bay Lookout.
Fees: Starting at $17.23 per campsite per night
Campsite availability: May to October
Website: https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sleepinggiant
Location: Sleeping Giant Provincial Park is about an hour drive east from Thunder Bay.
Quebec
Mont-Tremblant National Park
This park is considered a canoer’s paradise, with its six rivers and 400 lakes and streams. It is also the largest park in Quebec and is filled with scenic mountains.
What to do: Climb 200 metres up the Via Ferrata du Diable mountain with guides and take in the beautiful landscape of the park.
Fees: Starting at $23.20 per campsite per night
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.sepaq.com/pq/mot/index.dot?language_id=1
Location: Mont-Tremblant National Park is about a two-hour drive from both Ottawa and Montreal.
Gatineau National Park
This 361-square kilometre conservation park is located where the Gatineau River meets the Ottawa River, and the Canadian Shield meets the St. Lawrence Lowlands, offering diverse ecosystems and breathtaking views.
What to do: Hike the many trails, including around Pink Lake, and visit the Mackenzie King Estate ruins.
Fees: Starting from $15 per night
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: http://ncc-ccn.gc.ca/places-to-visit/gatineau-park
Location: Gatineau Park is only a 15-minute drive north from Parliament Hill in downtown Ottawa.
Jacques-Cartier National Park
This park is surrounded by valleys and mountains, providing breathtaking views for campers, especially while canoeing along the peaceful river.
What to do: White-water rafting
Fees: Starting at $23 per night
Campsite Availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.sepaq.com/pq/jac/index.dot?language_id=1
Location: Jacques-Cartier National Park is a short 30-minute drive north from Quebec City.
Newfoundland & Labrador
Gros Morne National Park
This park was shaped by colliding continents and glaciers, creating mountains and fjords. The scenic park also has beaches, bogs, forests, and cliffs to admire.
What to do: Hike up to the summit of Gros Morne Mountain for a gorgeous panoramic view of the park and the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Fees: Starting from $26 per night
Campsite availability: May to September
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nl/grosmorne
Location: Gros Morne National Park is about an hour drive north from Corner Brook.
La Manche Provincial Park
Located in the La Manche Valley, this park includes a section of the La Manche River, along with large ponds and an abandoned fishing village.
What to do: For those who enjoy fishing, this park is well-known for its fishing cove on the southern shore.
Fees: Starting from $20 per night
Campsite Availability: May to September
Website: https://www.tcii.gov.nl.ca/parks/p_lm/
Location: La Manche Provincial Park is about an hour drive south from St. John’s.
Terra Nova National Park
Terra Nova is Canada’s most easterly national park. It has a boreal forest and sits near the coast of the North Atlantic Ocean.
What to do: Enjoy the beach and go for a swim at Sandy Pond.
Fees: Starting from $14 per night
Campsite availability: May to October
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nl/terranova
Location: The park is a two-hour drive north from St. John’s.
New Brunswick
Mactaquac Provincial Park
Located on the St. John River, this park has 300 campsites in both open and wooded areas. Visitors can enjoy hiking, swimming, fishing, and windsurfing. They can even go zip lining and play golf.
What to do: Visit the beaver pond nature reserve and try zip lining with the TreeGO Mactaquac Aerial Adventure.
Fees: Starting from $10 per campsite per night
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca/Products/Parks/MactaquacProvincialPark.aspx
Location: The park is a half-hour drive west from Fredericton.
Kouchibouguac National Park
This park is on New Brunswick’s Acadian coast, featuring mixed-wood forests, colourful marshes, and ocean beaches.
What to do: Go canoeing, look for grey seals, and view a ceremonial Mi’kmaq dance.
Fees: Starting from $16 per night
Campsite availability: Year-round
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nb/kouchibouguac
Location: This park is about an hour drive north from Moncton.
Nova Scotia
Amherst Shore Provincial Park
With a mixed woodland setting along the shore of the Northumberland Strait, this park offers a great camping environment with some of the warmest saltwater swimming.
What to do: Walk down the beach to view the 12-metre-high red cliffs, and look out to the ocean for the legendary flaming ghost ship of the Northumberland Strait.
Fees: $26.70 per night
Campsite availability: June to October
Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/amherst-shore
Location: This park is a half-hour drive east from Amherst.
Battery Provincial Park
This park is on the south coast of Cape Breton Island and overlooks St. Peters Bay and Bras d’Or Lake. The park has wooded areas, a beach, and a lighthouse for the entrance to St. Peters Canal.
What to do: Go for a hike on a walking trail and take in the views of the landscapes and water.
Fees: $26.70 per night
Campsite availability: June to October
Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/battery
Location: This park is an hour drive south from Sydney.
Five Islands Provincial Park
This sea-side park rises from the shores of the Bay of Fundy with 90-metre sea cliffs. Visitors can watch the world’s highest tides, go hiking, rock collecting, and clam digging.
What to do: Take a hike along the Red Hill trail for a fantastic view.
Fees: Starting from $27 per night
Campsite availability: June to October
Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/five-islands
Location: The park is almost a two-hour drive north from Halifax.
Prince Edward Island
Red Point Provincial Park
Located on the coast of P.E.I., this park is known for its beautiful, supervised beach. It also has plenty of nearby local attractions.
What to do: Take a walk along the beach and visit the nearby day-use Basin Head Provincial Park.
Fees: From $28 per day
Campsite availability: June to September
Website: https://www.tourismpei.com/provincial-park/red-point
Location: The park is a short 10-minute drive east from Souris.
Jacques Cartier Provincial Park
This park boasts waterfront campsites, trails, a beach, and comfort stations. There is also supervised swimming at the beach along the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
What to do: Enjoy the beach and go for a walk and a swim.
Fees: Starting from $28 per day
Campsite availability: June to September
Website: https://www.tourismpei.com/provincial-park/jacques-cartier
Location: This park is only seven minutes north from Alberton.
Lord Selkirk Campground
This campground has campsites in wooded areas, but they are close enough that you could walk to the beach. The Belfast area celebrates its Scottish heritage with plenty of celebrations, music, and sports.
What to do: Take a stroll along the beach, go clam digging, and admire the views of the cliffs.
Fees: From $25 per day
Campsite availability: May to October
Location: This campground is a quick 6-minute drive north from Belfast.
With so many great campsites to discover all across Canada, your next adventure is only a quick roadtrip away. So what are you waiting for? Get your hammock camping gear packed and start exploring the beautiful country we’re lucky to call home.
