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Sparrow Lake Camp

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59 reviews

· Severn Bridge, Simcoe, Ontario

126 acres hosted by Brendan T.

3 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Best in Ontario: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Best tent-sites: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Sparrow Lake Camp is situated on the southernmost tip of the majestic Canadian Shield. The site is known to have been a campground for bands of the Huron people prior to the European intrusion. It is considered probable that Samuel de Champlain, the first European to explore Huronia, spent a night on this site in the 17th Century. In 1892, what would become the west side of the current property was sold by pioneer Captain Thomas Stanton to Toronto's renowned Massey family to act as their summer resort. The resort sported the main lodge, dining room, and cottages and was only accessible by train and steamer. From the onset, the Masseys used the site as a summer retreat for the Young Men's Bible League of the Central Methodist Church. Today, the property is a thriving summer camp that also offers overnight tent stays with stunning lake views.

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Hiking

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99% Recommend98 ratings · 59 reviews

The campsite offers an idyllic retreat with its beautiful and private locations near the water, making it a perfect place for relaxation and exploration. Visitors frequently commend the friendly and helpful staff, enhancing the overall camping experience. While the views and fishing opportunities are highly praised, some find swimming challenging due to weeds in the water. Despite these minor setbacks, the campsite's seclusion and natural beauty make it a recommended choice for both seasoned and first-time campers.

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Emily R.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Great Site!

Tent · With pets ·

'Final Campfire' Camp Site

Such a nice site! We stayed for multiple days and we loved it! Super private and the dogs had a great time with lots of open space! 10/10

Gurpreet S.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Tent · Group trip ·

Cranberry Hike-in Lakeside Site

Its good place to visit we like this spot. In future we will visit this place again

Andrew J.

4 reviews

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Duck Bay Paddle-in Site

Another great year. Went 1st week of October. This is a must site, with great views, free canoe and great people! See you next year!

Nina C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Very nice and private site

Tent ·

Cranberry Hike-in Lakeside Site

I appreciated the fact that we were in a bay and that there was no other site next to us. Other than the noise of the train that goes by often, I would recommend this site to others!

Jungmi J.

5 reviews

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· October 2024

Lovely camping site :)

Tent ·

'Final Campfire' Camp Site

Had great time at the Final campfire. Only 200m walk from my car. Lovely view and lots of fish.

Erica S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

Paddle in duck Bay

Tent ·

Duck Bay Paddle-in Site

From beginning to end our stay (camp) was easy and beautiful. We booked and stayed in the middle of September. Loading up the canoe with our gear and the free canoe and firewood was a wonderful treat! We got to see the lake as we paddled to our spot. The site was a great size with lovely views. Can’t wait to stay again!

Location

Severn Bridge, Simcoe, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, Wendake-Nionwentsïo, Ho-de-no-sau-nee-ga (Haudenosaunee), and Mississauga First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

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