Quetico Provincial Park

Quetico Provincial Park, one of the first parks established in Ontario, is a wilderness sanctum of international acclaim. Encompassing 469 456 hectares of lakes and rivers carving the Canadian Shield, the park is revered by paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts who desire the tranquility and challenges of a true wilderness experience. 

French River Rapids by Paul Kane courtesy of the Royal Ontario Museum (©ROM)

2012 Fishing Licenses

The Ministry of Natural Resources has implemented the Licensing Automation System (LAS), which will replace the old paper-based manual system. In Quetico Park for 2012, Dawson Trail, Prairie Portage and Cache Bay will be the only stations that will sell fishing licenses.  If you are going to Beaverhouse, Lac La Croix, or the Atikokan Entry station you will have to purchase your fishing licenses before arriving, as these stations will not sell fishing licenses. Click the "News" tab on the top right of this page for further information on fishing licenses.

Current Events

Spring has sprung! French Lake is open and many of our flying friends have returned. The songs of the American Robin, Dark-eyed Junco, Red-winged Blackbird and Black-capped Chickadee are resounding in the region. The quiet forest air is frequently broken with the feverish hammering of the Pileated, Downy and Hairy woodpeckers. We hope to see our Three-toed woodpecker again this year. What a treat! When dusk falls, our owls are calling again. At Dawson Trail, our resident Barred Owl has resumed his night-time ritual.  During the May long weekend, join in on guided bird and amphibian hikes and learn to identify these amazing creatures by sound!

A magnificent Great Grey Owl inspects Deb Riley, Atikokan Area Clerk as she captures its image. 

Join us in celebrating the beauty of Quetico either on your own, with an Outfitter or with Park Staff at Dawson Trail. 

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Quetico Park Management Planning

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