Lake Superior Provincial ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park
Summer for full access and water activities; autumn for colours and quieter trails.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C
Warmer weather for hiking and swimming; popular season.
Autumn
Sep-Oct · 0-15°C
Brilliant fall colour and fewer crowds; nights get cold.
Late spring
May-Jun · 2-12°C
Trail openings and cooler conditions; watch for muddy sections.
Weather & Climate near Lake Superior Provincial Park
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -19° - -8° | -21° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -18° - -6° | -19° | 64 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -13° - 0° | -12° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -5° - 7° | -3° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 2° - 15° | 6° | 79 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 20° | 14° | 88 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 10° - 22° | 16° | 93 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 10° - 21° | 16° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 6° - 16° | 11° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 10° | 2° | 114 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -6° - 2° | -7° | 98 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -14° - -5° | -16° | 110 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.