Ferris Provincial Park
Park Lakeside provincial park offering camping and swimming
On the northern shore of Rice Lake in Ontario, Ferris Provincial Park provides camping, a sandy beach and boat launches; visitors camp, swim and launch small craft into the lake.
How to Get to Ferris Provincial Park #
Ferris Provincial Park lies near Tweed in southeastern Ontario. From Highway 37, follow local roads as signed to the park entrance; parking and a small campground are on site.
Tips for Visiting Ferris Provincial Park #
- Reserve a campsite in advance during summer months - the campground fills quickly on long weekends.
- Walk the lakeshore near the ferry docks at sunrise for misty reflections and good birdwatching.
- Use the park's trail maps to plan a loop rather than an out-and-back; the terrain changes pleasantly between wetlands and open woods.
Best Time to Visit Ferris Provincial Park #
Best in summer for water activities and camping; autumn is excellent for quieter visits and foliage.
Weather & Climate near Ferris Provincial Park #
Ferris Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (933 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
