Lake Superior Provincial Park
Park Wilderness park along Lake Superior with shorelines
On Ontario’s north shore, Lake Superior Provincial Park protects rugged coastline, mixed forest and freshwater beaches. Visitors hike coastal trails, camp, paddle and fish along Lake Superior.
How to Get to Lake Superior Provincial Park #
The park runs along Highway 17 between Sault Ste. Marie and Wawa in Ontario. Main access points include the Agawa Bay and Sand River campgrounds; check Ontario Parks for current maps, seasonal road conditions and reservation details.
Tips for Visiting Lake Superior Provincial Park #
- The Agawa Rock pictograph area is a short side-trip but requires careful footing; bring a local map and follow signage.
- The park has several car-camping and backcountry options - book ahead in summer.
- Fall colours along Lake Superior's shore are spectacular; aim for late September-early October for peak foliage.
Best Time to Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park #
Summer for full access and water activities; autumn for colours and quieter trails.
Weather & Climate near Lake Superior Provincial Park #
Lake Superior 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 -19°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1073 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
