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Mara Provincial Park Campsite Photos & Guide

Lake Simcoe, near Orillia · about 1.5 hours north of Toronto · 102 campsite photos

Mara Provincial Park is a small, quiet park on the eastern shore of Lake Simcoe near Orillia. It has a sandy beach, a shaded campground and an easygoing pace.

Mara is a good alternative when nearby McRae Point is full, and its smaller size means you are never far from the water.

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Mara campsite photos

Highlights of Mara Provincial Park

Sandy beach

A gently sloping beach on Lake Simcoe that suits families.

Shaded sites

Mature trees shade much of the campground.

Easy access

Close to Highway 12 and Orillia for supplies.

Best for

  • Quiet weekends
  • Families
  • Last-minute trips

Tips for camping at Mara

  • Check availability here when McRae Point is booked up.
  • Bring a windbreak for breezy days on the lake.
  • Compare photos to find sites with more privacy between neighbours.

Planning with friends? Use the group camping trip planner to share a packing list, or start with our camping checklist for beginners.

All 105 campsites at Mara

Sites marked with a camera have community photos. Each link opens the site's photos, reviews and map location.

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