Chutes Provincial Park

Park Provincial park protecting waterfalls and forested trails

This Ontario provincial park centers on river rapids and small waterfalls with trails, picnic spots and campsites; visitors come for short hikes, angling and canoe trips.

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Chutes Provincial Park
46.2126, -82.0706
Day-use fees may apply for parking; check Ontario Parks for current rates

How to Get to Chutes Provincial Park #

Chutes Provincial Park is accessible by car from nearby towns in northeastern Ontario. Consult Ontario Parks for the park’s exact location, road access, and seasonal advisories.

Tips for Visiting Chutes Provincial Park #

  • Bring mosquito repellent in summer - the area around falls and wetlands can be buggy.
  • Wear waterproof footwear for trails near the river and falls.
  • Check trail maps at the entrance; some routes are unmarked and can be confusing after rain.

Best Time to Visit Chutes Provincial Park #

Late spring and early summer show the falls at their fullest; autumn offers quieter trails and colour.

Late spring-early summer
May-June · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Higher water flow over the falls and vibrant greenery.
Summer
July-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Warmer weather for paddling and picnics; busier weekends.
Autumn
September-October · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Fall colours; quieter trails.

Weather & Climate near Chutes Provincial Park #

Climate

Chutes Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (885 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-16° -6°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-16° -4°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 10°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
12° 24°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -3°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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