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Ontario Parks day-use permit lending

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This program provides permits for complimentary day-use access for one vehicle and its occupants at more than 100 provincial parks where fees are normally charged. Please visit the Park Locator for a map of operating park locations near us and the Operating Dates page to view which parks are open for day-use in our area at different times of year.

Ontario Parks 2021 day-use permits lending program

  • You must hold a valid Muskoka Lakes Public Library card
  • Your account must be in good standing 
  • You must be 18 years of age or older
  • Your account must be listed as permanent or seasonal (not non-resident)
  • You may borrow one pass per account per year
  • You may borrow a pass for a period of 3 days
  • Fine rate for late return is $21 per day
  • Replacement cost for lost permit is $255
  • Phone us to request a permit 705-765-5650 (Port Carling) or 705-762-1086 (Bala) or search in the library catalogue for Ontario Park Pass to place a request with your library account

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