Issued: August 22, 2014 - Status: Expired

Black Bear Advisory: Joe Lake and Littledoe Lake

Ontario Parks is reporting:

"As a result of increased Black Bear activity, four campsites on Joe Lake and two campsites on Littledoe Lake are closed to overnight backcountry camping. These campsites are closed until further notice. No camping signs have been placed at each campsite. The Canoe Lake Access Point is advising of the closures and informing all campers of the importance of proper food and garbage storage.

Closed Campsites (Circled in Red)

For a detailed location of both Joe Lake and Littledoe Lake within Algonquin Park please review the official Canoe Routes Map of Algonquin Park.

Black Bear Safety Rules

All Park visitor's are reminded that Algonquin Park is Black Bear country. As visitors camping in Black Bear country, you have a responsibility to follow the rules for bear country.

1. Never feed or approach bears. The black bear is an intelligent animal with the ability to remember food locations and can quickly become accustomed to human sources of food. People who feed bears create problems for everyone.

2. Store food out of reach of bears. While camping in the backcountry, food should be hung well off the ground, at least four metres off the ground, and two metres away from the tree trunk, and away from the vicinity of your tent.

3. Keep your campsite clean. While camping in the backcountry, burn any food scraps and fat drippings thoroughly in a hot fire. Any remaining garbage should be placed in your litter bag and suspended along with the food. To eliminate food odours, dishes should be washed immediately after each meal (preferably away from your campsite).

Learn more about Black Bears and safety in bear country >

If you have an encounter with a bear, please advise Park staff or the nearest Park Office."

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Related Information

• Safety in Black Bear Country