Camping Trips Toronto

Sauble Falls Camping

Come join us for a 3-day camping getaway at Sauble Falls Provincial Park. This meetup is for anyone who wants a fun, relaxed outdoor weekend with a little adventure and a little fresh-air therapy. Plan for the weekend: Saturday: Arrive, set up camp, and enjoy kayaking/canoeing Sunday: Hiking day and time to explore the falls and trails Monday: Slow morning, pack up, and head home Important details: Electric campsites Everyone brings their own food, drinks, and camping gear Great for people who enjoy camping, nature, and easygoing group vibes Water activities and hiking are part of the plan, so bring clothes and shoes for both What to bring: Tent or camping setup Sleeping bag and pillow Food and snacks for the weekend Water bottle Warm clothes for the evening Hiking shoes Clothes for kayaking/canoeing Flashlight or lantern Toiletries and personal items

One Last Backcountry Weekend in Frontenac

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **Fall (aka shoulder season) camping brings the serene beauty of the backcountry, without the crowds and bugs.** At this time of year, Frontenac will be less busy and the trail into Big Clear Lake belongs mostly to us. It's a 9km hike to reach the site, working through root tangled trails and stretches of open granite typical of this stretch of the Canadian Shield. Only the most stubborn leaves will remain on the trees and you’ll enjoy long sightlines through bare branches where the canopy used to be. The pace is steady and moderate the whole way in, never technical but never quite letting up either. We set up camp on the shore of Big Clear Lake as the light starts to drop, we get a fire going, and cook dinner together. Late October nights out here are serene, with a sky full of stars over the lake. In the morning, we’ll take our time over breakfast before packing up and heading out along the other side of Big Salmon Lake: a different stretch of trail from the one we hiked in on, with its own look at the park before we're back where we started. By the time we're back at the cars, you'll have had that sweet final night of the year in the backcountry. What's included * Professional & certified guides * ‍All camp meals, cooking equipment and mess kits * ‍Tents Sleeping bags and sleep pads can be rented from WU for a small fee. **Accessibility** Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com **Highlights** **Last Trip of the Season:** The final overnight on the calendar before WU's backcountry program pauses for winter **Shoulder Season Solitude**: Long, quiet stretches of trail, with the lake mostly to yourselves. **A Clear Night Sky:** Bare branches and dry autumn air make for some of the best stargazing conditions of the year at the campsite. **Event cost: $265+HST. $70 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Crothers Woods to St Clair via Vale of Avora. Moderate. 2.7

Bon Echo Provincial Park camping

**Bon Echo Provincial Park**

Midweek morning hike - Earl Bales

Camping by the lake

Camping at Lake Charles A getaway with the full camping vibe — lake views, BBQ, bonfires, kayaking, nature walks and stargazing — but with everyone staying in their own rustic cabin. We’ll spend the day relaxing and exploring, then gather around the fire at night for food, drinks, music and good conversation. 🔥💕 Please note: this is an off-grid experience with limited electricity, no Wi-Fi or drinking water provided, shared washroom facilities, and guests should bring their own bedding and essentials. Come solo, meet new people, and enjoy a little escape from the city. 💗 Please DM to reserve a spot. We can car pool as well from longbranch go/Kipling station. Each Cabin cost $80, 2 person max. ( will share the link to book)

Muskoka cranberry plunge + Hardy Lake

This is one for the Gram. We'll be heading Northbound to the Muskoka area for a fun day out in the beautiful Fall color season. We'll start the day by visiting Gravenhurst which is a town in the Muskoka region, here you will have free time to grab some brunch. After that, we'll head over to the Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery for a popular Fall time activity. You'll be given some chest waders so you can sink into the water surrounded by millions of Cranberries - it's a great way to get those awesome images. After the farm, we'll make a quick stop at a local brewery, followed by Hardy Lake Provincial Park. This small Provincial Park in Muskoka is a must do for those who like hiking. While there are many trails, we'll head on the biggest and best around Hardy Lake which will serve up some good snaps. We'll gage the groups ability and pick the most suitable hike for the day. Please email sandra@origin-travels.com for more details and to grab a spot! We will have max 15 people on this day trip.

Fall Colours Canoe trip to Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

This is a trip to view the back country Ontario during prime fall colours. This is a one-night trip. We will paddle into the interior and camp for the night. There are 2 small portage. Camp sites and canoes will be reserved. Food will be provided and carpooling arranged. You do not need to bring any food. We will be asking for a $50 deposit via paypal or bank email transfer to keep your spot since I need to reserve the sites and canoes ahead of time. I will send out a note with further information to those who sign up. See paypal and bank email transfer info under "COSTS" below. RSVP REQUIREMENTS RSVP "Going" if you are sure you can attend, are able to meet the difficulty requirement, bring what is needed and have reviewed the costs associated with this event. EVENT DETAILS Difficulty: Easy to Moderate - You are able to paddle 3-4 hours per day and are reasonably fit. What to Bring: Hat, Personal water bottle, 2 or 3 dry bags or garbage bags (to use for your clothes & sleeping bag) Put the garbage bag inside to line you backpack. Put another one inside your sleeping bag case to line that. Waterproof Coat. List of Clothing : Hat, swimsuit, sweaters or sweatshirts (it will get cold in the evenings), jeans or long pants, 1 towel, 2 pairs shoes - 1 for dry hiking and 1 for wet stuff. Wet shoes need to be secure, flip flops and loose sandals may get stuck in the mud. bowl, cup, spoon, fork, sun glasses, flashlight or strong headlamp, Toiletries: Toilet paper, sunscreen, bug spray. When you pack your stuff, if you can pack everything in one pack, portaging will be much easier! Other camping items: Backpack, Sleeping bag (suitable for cold weather), sleeping pad or mattress GETTING THERE Drivers will be notified by the organizer where to meet and pick up passengers. Drivers will be sent complete directions as to where, when and who to meet and directions to the Park. Please sign up for the carpool here: COSTS Other: 50 deposit to remain on going list. Total cost between 180 and $220. This cost includes all gas, camp fees, food and canoe rentals. The balance is payable at the end of the trip when we calculate the costs owed by each member. HOW TO PAY: contact Pedro for paypal account and e-mail address INTRODUCTION TO CANOEING Please review the following safety videos: (You don't need to kneel, sitting is fine for this type of trip. The other safety tips are good) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrjXT9bAB6c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrjXT9bAB6c) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTtFSpelQk4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTtFSpelQk4) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zHSfEhEqkU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zHSfEhEqkU) Please ALWAYS check your email or the event post in the evening or in the morning prior to the event for cancellation, rescheduling or last minute changes. Please Note: You are required to respond to Meetup messages in a timely manner. The messages may be on the comment board below, private message, or through the email address you have registered with [Meetup.com.](http://Meetup.com.)

3- Day Killarney Hiking Trip

Join me for an unforgettable hiking trip to the breathtaking Northern Ontario’s fall landscape at Killarney Provincial Park while you stay at the relaxing Killarney Mountain Lodge. This is our second year hiking trip to this magical location. This is a three- and half-day trip that requires travelling to Killarney provincial park (app. 4 hrs drive from north of GTA) and making your accommodation reservation. Recommended to pair up with other hikers for carpooling to save on gas and to leave less CO2 footprint behind. We will stay at Killarney Mountain Lodge that offers variety of rooms / prices. Recommended to make your reservations at this location. Once you make your room reservation, send me a message to confirm it and I will move you from the Waiting list to the Going list. Due to the long traveling distance, recommended to arrive at the Killarney Mountain Lodge a day earlier on Thursday afternoon October 1st, 2026, to ensure everyone is ready and well-rested on the first day of the hike. Based on last year’s group experience at this location, you may use the lodge’s facility such as kayaking, swimming pool when you arrive earlier in the afternoon and after your check-in. **Hiking Plan:** We will be having 2.5 half days hiking starting on Fri. Oct. 2nd to Sun. Oct. 4th, 2026 at the following trails pending weather condition: The Crack Chikanishing Granite Ridge Trail Cranberry Bog Trail Killarney East Lighthouse And possibly The Silver Peak (includes Canoeing, hiking) pending weather and canoeing availability. Make your room reservation at the following location for 3 nights, \*\*\* check-in on Thu. Oct. 1st, 2026 \*\*\* check-out on Sun. Oct. 4th, 2026 **Address:** Killarney Mountain Lodge 3 Commissioner Street Killarney, ON, P0M 2A0 1 800 461-1117 The link: [Stay – Killarney Mountain Lodge](https://killarney.com/stay/) **\*\*\*\*\* Itinerary:** **\*\*\* Meeting Point Day 1, 2, 3:** **Killarney Mountain Lodge parking lot,** 3 Commissioner Street, Killarney, ON, P0M 2A0 **\*\*\* Meeting date and time:** **Day 1, 2, 3 mornings at 8:30 AM** Hiking at Killarney Provincial Park – For trail description check the link: [https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/ontario/killarney-provincial-park](https://www.alltrails.com/parks/canada/ontario/killarney-provincial-park) \* Pace: app. 4 to 4.5 km/hour \* To use the park’s parking lot, need to obtain the parking permit online or from the park’s office. \* The itinerary may be changed according to weather and other conditions. **\*\*\* Essentials:** \* Bring enough water for your everyday hike, snacks and sandwiches for your lunch as we may not get back to the lodge by noon. Have proper hiking boots and hiking poles, shell and weather-appropriate clothing. \* Make sure have your room reservation as early as possible before they are sold out. Killarney Mountain Lodge is a favourite place throughout the year and particularly in the Fall. Variety of rooms are still available that suites different budgets. \* Packed lunch for each hiking day can be ordered at the hotel front desk the night before of the hike or you may bring your own lunch. \* Breakfast is served starting at 7 AM everyday. Be prepared to have your breakfast once the restaurant is open to be ready for the hike that starts at 8:30AM everyday. **\*\*\* Important Reminder:** \* By participating in this hike, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the Liability Waiver and Acknowledgement of Risk. If you have not done so, we kindly request that you refrain from participating in this event. We look forward to having an enjoyable and safe adventure! · Know your limits! Choose the hike that matches your fitness level. This is a moderate to difficult hike! · Dress according to weather! Prepare for the weather and wear suitable gears. Arrive on time! Remember if you are late, someone else is waiting.

Doors Open Brampton Road Trip — Heritage, History & Hidden Gems! $20

# Doors Open Brampton Road Trip — Heritage, History & Hidden Gems! **Saturday, October 3, 2026** Ready to explore Brampton from a whole new perspective? Join us for a Saturday road trip to[ ](https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/pages/events/brampton)**[Doors Open Brampton](https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/pages/events/brampton)**[, ](https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/pages/events/brampton)where historic buildings, museums, heritage sites and other interesting spaces open their doors to the public. ### 🚗 The Road Trip We'll meet **outside Christie Station at 8:30 AM** and travel together in a **Kia Soul equipped with SiriusXM radio**. 🎶 We'll head to Brampton for a day of exploring, with a focus on the downtown area so we can walk between several locations. ### 💵 COST: $20 There is a **$20 charge for this event**. Your $20 covers: * 🚗 Round-trip transportation from Toronto to Brampton * ⛽ Fuel * 🔧 Other car operating expenses **Doors Open Brampton itself is free** — the $20 is strictly to cover the cost of transportation and operating the vehicle. ### ⚠️ VERY LIMITED SPOTS! This is a **very limited-capacity road trip**, so if you're interested, **sign up quickly!** To lock in your spot, please send a **$20 e-transfer to:** nicolasbello@yahoo.com **Your spot is not confirmed until the $20 e-transfer has been received.** ### 🏛️ [Exploring Brampton](https://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/pages/events/brampton) We'll focus on the downtown area and visit as many interesting Doors Open locations as we can within our limited time. Possible stops include: **📍 Brampton Downtown Heritage Walk** Explore Brampton's history, architecture and stories from the city's past. **📍 Alderlea** A beautifully preserved **1867 Italianate villa** overlooking Gage Park. **📍 Peel Art Gallery, Museum & Archives (PAMA)** Explore exhibitions, museum spaces and special Doors Open programming. **📍 Brampton Library – Four Corners Branch** Check out this downtown location and its local-history resources. We'll add other participating Doors Open locations as time permits. ### ⏰ IMPORTANT TIMING **8:30 AM** — Meet outside Christie Station **8:30 AM** — Depart Toronto **10:00 AM** — Doors Open Brampton begins **10:00 AM–3:00 PM** — Explore Brampton **3:00 PM SHARP** — Depart Brampton for Toronto ⚠️ **The 3 PM departure is firm!** Nick has a **Nuit Blanche volunteer shift in Toronto**, so we absolutely need to leave Brampton at **3:00 PM sharp**. That gives us roughly five hours to explore, so we'll keep things moving and make the most of our time. ### 🎶 THE RIDE Travel in a **Kia Soul with SiriusXM radio**, good conversation and hopefully some great fall weather. The ride there and back is part of the fun! ### 👟 WHAT TO BRING * Comfortable walking shoes * Weather-appropriate clothing * Water * Camera/phone * Money for lunch, coffee or snacks * Your curiosity! **Rain or shine — we're going!** ### 📌 MEETING POINT **Outside Christie Station** **8:30 AM SHARP** Please arrive a few minutes early so we can leave on time. ### 💰 RESERVE YOUR SPOT **$20 per person** 📧 Send your **$20 e-transfer to** nicolasbello@yahoo.com to lock in your spot. 🚨 **VERY LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE — SIGN UP FAST IF YOU'RE INTERESTED!** Come explore Brampton's history, architecture and hidden gems with us! 🏛️🚗

Wilder Series: The Wilder Loop

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/wilder-loop-fall-26)** **The loop is back and more wild than ever!** For those unfamiliar, The Wilder Loop is 16 km of remote, rugged terrain through one of Ontario’s most untouched landscapes. Right from the start, the trail throws you into the wild: the first 5 km have everything we love about backcountry hiking; twisting forest paths, sweeping granite ridges, narrow boardwalks, and multiple beaver dams to scramble across. No two kilometers are the same, and every twist in the trail feels like a secret waiting to be found. Once we hit the loop section, things get much quieter. This part of the park sees very few visitors as human footprints give way to moose tracks, and the rustling in the brush might just be one of the many beavers that call this area home. Though the total elevation gain is relatively modest (about 260 m over the whole route), the trail’s difficulty comes from its remoteness, terrain, and ever-changing conditions. That said, for those willing to take it on, the reward is huge: sweeping views, total solitude, an unfiltered experience of Ontario’s boreal beauty... and a well-earned sense of pride by the time we make it back to the trailhead. ***Secret Location*** This is one of Wilderness Union's 'secret' hikes. As a group, we visit some truly special spots that are undiscovered by the wider world. We like to keep them pristine and only share them among our members- we ask that you do the same! We reveal the location to registered members in the days before the trip. **Accessibility** Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com **Highlights** **Untouched Wilderness:** Step into a landscape that feels frozen in time; wild, windswept, and wonderfully remote. Just you, the forest, and the sound of your boots on the trail. **Wildlife Spotting:** Bears, moose, beavers and loons are just some of the creatures that call this area home. You'll have a chance to spot some from a safe distance for a magical encounter. **Beaver Dam Crossings:** The area we're visiting is shaped by beavers. Tiptoe across nature’s original bridges- muddy, meticulously built, and surprisingly sturdy **Event cost: $60+HST. $50 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/wilder-loop-fall-26)** **About Wilderness Union** Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people. Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad. Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming! ***Learn more at our website [www.wildernessunion.com](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

🎃🍂 PUMPKINS AFTER DARK – MARKHAM ROAD TRIP! 🍂🎃

🎃🍂 PUMPKINS AFTER DARK – MARKHAM ROAD TRIP! 🍂🎃 Saturday, October 17 Looking for the perfect pre-Halloween/Fall activity? One of our group members, Emma, suggested this cool idea — so we're heading out to Pumpkins After Dark in Markham! 🎃✨ This will be the FIRST TIME our Meetup group has done Pumpkins After Dark, and it looks like a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit! 🌙 THE PLAN We'll meet at 8:00 PM outside Christie Station and then head to Markham together in a rental SUV. The road trip transportation includes: 🚙 Round-trip transportation from Toronto 🎃 Transportation to and from Pumpkins After Dark 👻 A fun evening with the group 🍂 A perfect Fall/pre-Halloween night out! 💰 TRANSPORTATION: $25 The $25 covers your round-trip transportation only. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: Your Pumpkins After Dark admission ticket is NOT included. You must purchase your own event admission separately. 🎟️ Buy your Pumpkins After Dark ticket here: https://pumpkinsafterdark.com/markham 🚨 RESERVE YOUR SPOT Because we're using a rental SUV with limited space, your spot is NOT locked in until I receive your $25 e-transfer. 📧 E-transfer: nicolasbello@yahoo.com 💵 $25 per person Please don't RSVP unless you're committed to coming and can send the $25 to secure your spot. 🎃 WHY THIS WILL BE FUN Think giant glowing pumpkins, Halloween displays, crisp Fall weather, music, photos and a bunch of friends enjoying one of the most seasonal activities around. It's basically the perfect excuse to start celebrating Halloween before Halloween actually arrives! 👻🍂 Come for the pumpkins, stay for the road-trip fun! First time for our group — let's make it a good one! 🎃🚙