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Lake Superior/Rabbit Blanket Lake
Overview
Rabbit Blanket Lake Campground serves as a serene, forested retreat within the vast expanse of Lake Superior Provincial Park. Located a short drive south of Wawa, this destination offers a more sheltered and intimate alternative to the exposed shores of the big lake. The park provides a quintessential Northern Ontario experience, where the scent of balsam fir and the sounds of loons define the atmosphere. It is an excellent base for those looking to immerse themselves in the boreal forest landscape while maintaining easy access to the Trans-Canada Highway.
Location & Surroundings
Situated approximately 30 kilometers south of Wawa, the campground sits nestled on the eastern shore of its namesake lake. Unlike the wind-swept beaches of Agawa Bay, this location is tucked into high hills and dense timber. The surrounding terrain is characterized by ancient rock formations and tranquil inland waters. Its proximity to Highway 17 makes it a convenient stop for travelers journeying across Ontario, yet the thick canopy of trees provides a significant buffer from road noise, ensuring a peaceful stay in the Algoma Highlands region.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground offers 60 sites, including several electrical hookup options suited for smaller RVs and trailers. While the park maintains a rustic vibe, visitors have access to a comfort station equipped with flush toilets and laundry facilities, alongside several vault toilets scattered throughout the loops. A boat launch provides easy entry for canoes and kayaks, which are popular for exploring the calm waters of Rabbit Blanket Lake. The sites are generally well-treed, offering a high degree of privacy and a natural feel for motorized campers.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor enthusiasts will find the Peat Mountain Trail directly accessible from the campground, offering a challenging hike with a rewarding lookout over the park’s rugged interior. Anglers can enjoy fishing for brook trout and northern pike within the lake. Just a short drive away, visitors can explore the famous Agawa Rock Pictographs or visit the town of Wawa to see the iconic goose monument. The park’s various day-use areas along Lake Superior provide ample opportunities for beachcombing and sunset viewing along the coastal cliffs.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is ideal for RVers who prefer a quiet, inland environment over the often-boisterous winds of Lake Superior’s shoreline. It is a fantastic choice for nature photographers, hikers, and paddlers who want to be close to the trailhead. While it accommodates trailers and smaller motorhomes, the park is best suited for those who appreciate off-the-beaten-path tranquility and are comfortable with a more traditional provincial park experience rather than a commercial resort with extensive modern hookups.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Aaron
Nice campground layout with open but shaded sites. I was there Labor Day weekend so it was busy but didn’t feel crowded. The shower house and vault toilets need a major update. Also this is one of those campgrounds that have shared electrical hookups 30-50 feet from your campsites. Not ideal. And the entire campground was under a boil order and my nearest hydrant had a bad faucet leak. The coin laundry does not take US quarters.
Robert Most
We stayed one night at the rabbit blanket campground, which is part of parks Canada. We arrived after the main gate office was closed, and according to directions, you had to drive to the headquarters a few miles to the east to get a permit, of which the headquarters would also close after 7. We got a back lot campsite, which was very quiet and secluded. Since we had a simple tent, it worked out, there was potable water nearby as well as pit toilet and outside sink. Plenty of firewood for a fire. Black flies were heavy in the evening, but not morning. A fine place to stay. Update: stay away from the comfort station! Overflowing toilets flooded the men’s room. Gross!
Rand MacIntosh
nice campground, sites are well maintained. staff pleasant. close to hiking trails and beaches along 17
The Dutch Explorer
I absolutely love Lake Superior Provincial Park but my stay at Rabbit Blanket Lake campground was very disappointing. The campsites that are right at the water would be nice but if you don't have one of those it can be hard to get to even get to the water. There is a tiny public beach but you have to walk right by the cabin that people can rent in order to get there and it feels as if you are hanging out in their backyard. The bathrooms were all absolutely disgusting and soaking wet to a point that using them and staying dry was almost impossible. The lake is small but very pretty. A little better management would turn this campground around. I think I'll skip next time and stick to my usual Agawa Bay.
Barbara Richards
Lots of black flies! Site 5, has a nice little access to the water. Nice step down into the site area. Large tree overhanging the parking. Large chunk out of tree shows it has bit several RVs already. Handicap bathroom is abysmal. I had a very hard time having a shower and the hand held was broken. Beautiful park! So big and so many activities! Just not quite easy to navigate when you are operating with a disability.