TORONTO, October 10, 2026 — Ontario Parks just released a useful guide to Ontario’s prime fall-color leaf-peeping spots for 2026.
Most Ontario Parks are showing excellent fall colours right now, the week of October 10-17. This Ontario Parks fall colour report has the following parks showing at least 80% colour change:
Lake Superior Provincial Park – top spots include northern areas along the Trans-Canada highway, The Nokomis Trail and Mijinemungshing Lake areas.
Chutes Provincial Park – the Twin Bridges Trail and Main Falls Lookout are two superb spots for fall colours right now.
Restoule Provincial Park – both the River Trail and Fire Tower Trail are excellent for fall colours right now.
Mikisew Provincial Park – excellent colour viewing throughout the park, including around the disc golf course and the Beaver Meadow and Maple Canyon Trails.
Arrowhead Provincial Park – great colours can be enjoyed at Big Bend Lookout, Beach Area #1, or the Arrowhead Lake Trail. Note: Arrowhead vehicle permits sold out this past weekend. Plan to visit during the week, or book your permit early.
Oxtongue River – Ragged Falls Provincial Park – colours along the hiking trails are excellent, with the best views from the top of the falls.
Algonquin Provincial Park – trails along the highway 60 corridor are showing spectacular colours; which should last for a couple of weeks. Note: Algonquin vehicle permits sold out this past weekend. Plan ahead, by following these Algonquin fall colour tips.
Numerous other Ontario Parks are at 60-70% colour change, with parks in Southern Ontario starting to show colours, which will reach their peak over the next week or two. Visit the fall colour report page to find a park showing colours near you.
Remember: vehicle permits for day visits to Ontario Parks can be booked up to 5 days in advance. Book early as many parks can sell out and reach capacity during fall colour season.
SOURCE: Ontario Parks
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