Pancake Bay

Elizabeth EAR

The campground had pros and cons. We were on an accessible campsite. It had a guard kinda thing around the fire pit that i found super helpful. Especially because we had littles with us and it kept them away from it. Personally, i think it should be the case for all firepits. The playground was not accessible for young children at all. The accessible shower unit was nice and had a shower head on a hose, making it much easier to bathe. The womens accessible stall, unfortunately, would not close or lock. We appreciated the accessibility mat at the one beach entrance and how you could get to that entrance relatively easily from the accessible campsite. Overall, i would come again.

Candice Grimes

Overall, the park is a wonderful park, but there are a few drawbacks. The Trans Canada highway runs along the park. We could see it sitting on our site. We slept in tents, and the noise was enough to keep us up at night. Just check your sites location before booking. The sand beach isn't crowded and is breathtaking, especially in the early morning. The trails need work. Lots of muck to walk through, I suggest rubber boots. The beauty of the trails is second to none. We enjoyed our stay. As always, the park staff were friendly.

Amanda Chan

We had so much fun at Pancake bay this summer! This was our second time visiting the park. This year we stayed in the Hilltop Campground, site 46. This is my favourite area, with beautiful, spaced out, private sites. Previously, we had stayed on site 137 in the East Campground. I personally wouldn't recommend any of the sites right next to the highway, especially for tent campers (I think it would be okay if you had a trailer), it was very loud, almost scary at night when you are sleeping and it feels like the trucks driving on 17 are driving right next to you. There are so many sites to choose from, so there are definitely lots of options! The beach at Pancake Bay is absolutely gorgeous with white sand and clear water. The water is cool, but warm enough to swim during the hot summer months. Lots of beach access points throughout the campground, some with picnic tables available on the beach more towards the entrance of the park. There is also a dog beach near the West Campground. The bathrooms and shower facilities are well maintained and cleaned multiple times per day. Overall a beautiful and fun park to visit!

foxleaf

Our favourite beach in the area! Lots of nice smooth sand, shallow water for a good ways out for littles, gorgeous view. We have camped at 2 different spots and both were great! Our kids love the playground at the campsites. We always visit the park store at least once during our stay and they have a great little selection of local products and Ontario Parks branded items.

Cee Ess Ell

Site #151 very nice & clean campground just across the lake. It so soothing to rest at night w/ the sound of the waves. Close to the washroom (flush toilet & high pressure shower). Be mindful that it is close to the highway so better have sites close to the lake. There more secluded d site if you prefer. Also there’s a hiking trail.