False Bay Provincial Park is a remote wilderness park on the northeastern shore of Lake Superior, offering pristine forests, rugged shorelines, and excellent opportunities for canoeing, hiking, and backcountry camping.
False Bay Provincial Park is located along the southern shore of Batchawana Bay on Lake Superior in Ontario, Canada. Known for its rugged shoreline, dense boreal forests, and a series of inland lakes and wetlands, the park provides a largely undeveloped wilderness experience. Its remote location makes it a haven for backcountry enthusiasts interested in canoeing routes connecting various bays and lakes, as well as hiking through pristine landscapes of black spruce, jack pine, and trembling aspen. The park sits within the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence forest region and supports populations of moose, black bears, lynx, and a diverse range of bird species including the rare piping plover along shoreline areas. Historically, the area is part of traditional Anishinaabe lands and features sites of cultural significance. Visitors can engage in activities such as canoe tripping on the linked waterways, backcountry camping, wildlife viewing, fishing in Lake Superior and inland lakes, and photography of the rugged coastline. The park is less developed than many others in Ontario, offering a peaceful wilderness setting that demands self-sufficiency from visitors. The remote access and limited facilities add to the appeal for those seeking solitude and natural beauty. Its proximity to Lake Superior makes it a spectacular destination for appreciating the vast freshwater environment and dramatic skies. Visitors are encouraged to prepare adequately for changing weather and to respect the sensitive ecosystems protected within the park boundaries.
Lake Superior Shoreline with rugged cliffs and pebble beaches
Extensive backcountry canoe routes through connected lakes and bays
Rare piping plover nesting sites along the beach areas
Remote wilderness campsites that allow a true wilderness experience
A scenic stretch of rugged coastline along Lake Superior, featuring pebble beaches, cliffs, and excellent views of the lake.
A network of small lakes and streams ideal for multi-day canoe trips with primitive campsites along the route.
Protected nesting sites for the rare and endangered piping plover found along select beach areas of the park.