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St. Lawrence Parks Commission Celebrates Grand Reopening of Revitalized Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area

June 14, 2024

New park infrastructure offers accessibility and inclusion features for enhanced guest experience Mallorytown, ON – The patio is set, the perched beach is ready for sandcastles, the accessible water access points beckon and now, the ribbon has been cut. Though guests have been enjoying the newly renovated park for a few months already, Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area has now been declared officially open. The honours were conducted this morning at a grand re-opening ceremony, celebrating St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC’s) oldest and most iconic park, and marking the…

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Grand Reopening of Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area on June 14, 2024

June 9, 2024

All are invited to experience the revitalized park with ribbon cutting ceremony, dignitary guest speakers and free admission Mallorytown, ON – St. Lawrence Parks Commission is proud to present the newly revitalized Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area to guests and the local community as it is officially re-opened. Friday, June 14, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., all are invited to a grand reopening celebration and ribbon cutting, including guest speakers, tours, activities, and live music. The celebration will continue with free admission all weekend, Friday, June 14…

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Roof before enclosure at Brown's Bay Beach during revitalization project.

Construction at Brown’s Bay Continues Despite the Winter Weather

February 10, 2023

Focus Shifts to Indoor Work to Maintain Progress Residents along the Thousand Islands Parkway who have been watching construction progress at Brown’s Bay Beach and Picnic Area may soon notice that work is heading indoors as winter draws on. Next week, the structure-in-progress will be enclosed to keep construction work on the site moving forward, regardless of weather. As part of the multi-year revitalization project, Brown’s Bay will get a new bayfront building with accessible, gender-neutral washrooms and changerooms and food service. The new building will elevate the guest experience…

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Construction Progress Update on Revitalization at Brown’s Bay Beach

April 26, 2022

St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s Strategic Infrastructure Revitalization Plan in Full Swing at Its Oldest Park in Mallorytown, Ontario (L-R) Front of Yonge Township Mayor Roger Haley and Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark meet with St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) Chair, Hon. Bob Runciman; SLPC CEO & General Manager, Hollee Kew; and local contractors at Brown’s Bay Beach to celebrate the progress of construction on the park’s multi-year revitalization project. Mallorytown, ON — Spring has come to St. Lawrence Parks Commission’s (SLPC) oldest park, Brown’s Bay Beach and…

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Brown’s Bay Campground

January 11, 2022

 Brown’s Bay Campground Brown’s Bay Beach offers prime views of the 1000 islands the perfect picnic spot! It continues to be a popular stopping point for travellers to enjoy some outdoor recreation and magnificent scenery en route between Toronto and Montreal. The oldest of all of the Parks of the St. Lawrence, Brown’s Bay was the only provincial park between Gananoque and the Quebec border before the St. Lawrence Seaway came into existence. The large beautiful beach makes this location perfect for swimming, relaxing and having relaxing picnics in the shade…

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Green space with grass and trees overlooking body of water in the distance

Restoring Brown’s Bay Beach

November 8, 2021

Infrastructure Investments Will Optimize Guest Safety, Accessibility and Experience at Treasured Spot Along the Thousand Islands MORRISBURG, ONTARIO — St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) is pleased to announce that it is launching a multi-year project to restore its Brown’s Bay Beach site along the Thousand Islands Parkway in Mallorytown, Ontario. Work is currently underway preparing the site for key infrastructure upgrades such as new washrooms within a new canteen building, major reconstruction of a portion of the seawall that will also create an elevated beach, and a new and improved…

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Fees

April 16, 2025

2025 Fees All fees in CAD plus HST. Fees subject to change without notice. Camping Day Use Roofed Accommodations Discounts Camping Basic Site (no services) – All Locations Except Ivy Lea & Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary $39.99 Basic (Ivy Lea & UCMBS) $47.32 Waterfront Site (no services) $51.54 Waterfront Site (no services) – Ivy Lea & Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Brown’s Bay $55.30 Premium Waterfront (All Locations) $63.08 Walk-in/Beach – (UCMBS & Browns Bay) $75.00 Electric – 15 Amp (All Locations) $50.06 2 Service – 15 Amp & Water (All Locations)…

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Day Use Area

May 7, 2025

Looking for a place to picnic, swim, fish, or enjoy a relaxing day outdoors? Parks of the St. Lawrence offers a variety of beautiful day-use areas perfect for your next family outing, lakeside lunch, or casual summer adventure. From sandy beaches to scenic picnic spots, our day-use areas offer everything you need to unwind and make the most of the outdoors. Locations Permit Activities Special Events Rental Locations All day-use areas are first-come, first-served. No reservations for beaches or picnic areas. For best availability, arrive at 9am when the beach…

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Thousand Islands Parkway

December 16, 2022

Discover the Thousand Islands Parkway 37 km Multi-use Recreational Trail 2 Premier Waterfront Campgrounds The Thousand Islands Parkway is famous for the breathtaking panoramic landscapes and its’ natural features. Seemingly endless emerald and blue vistas that stretch off into the distance like a world all its own. Sprawling forests, and gorgeous trails ripe for exploring. Scenic drives along the shoreline, and time spent out on the river. The wind in your face, the warmth of the sun and the sheer majesty of it all. The Parkway is host to Ivy…

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Ivy Lea Campground

January 11, 2022

 Ivy Lea Campground Located in the heart of the 1000 Islands, one of the most scenic drives in North America, Ivy Lea is known for its spectacular views, unworldly topography and beautiful waterfront cottages. This campground is also heaven for boaters and avid scuba divers. Spend your days exploring the beautiful wooded area, visiting the suspension bridge or taking a dip in the bright blue water. 649 Thousand Islands Pkwy, Lansdowne, ON K0E 1L0 613-659-3057 Book Now Dates of Operation May 9 – October 26, 2025 Campground Map Download Park…

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