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Provides hiking, camping, paddling, and swimming on the Canadian Shield. Although most campsites are setup for car camping, a handful are back-country, accessed via hike or portage. Motor restrictions on some parts of the lake create peaceful opportunities to explore the rocky coasts and islands by canoe or kayak (rentals are available).
Charleston Lake Provincial Park is located on Charleston Lake near Athens, Ontario, Canada, in the township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands.
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Gazebo and walking paths among gardens.
Guided tours from locals in period costume about the Front of Yonge area and its history.
A tribute to the local fallen soldiers.
Federal Heritage Building located inside the Thousand Islands National Park.
Provides information, mainland day use amenities, and boat launch. Also offer natural and historic information and exhibits. Several tent structures, "oTentiks", provide overnight accommodation.
This private island is viewable from the 1000 Islands Parkway and Brown's Bay Day Use Area. It is a National Historic Site of Canada.