ParksNL is preparing to open reservations for the 2026 camping season.
The reservation system opens on April 22 at 7:00 a.m. (6:30 a.m. for most of Labrador) and reservations can be made by visiting www.nlcamping.ca or by calling 1-877-214-CAMP (2267).
Nine parks will be open for the Victoria Day holiday weekend. Clients will notice that Sandbanks and Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Parks are opening earlier this year, while Blow Me Down Provincial Park is extending its open season by one week. Seasonal camping fees have been updated accordingly, and any unsold seasonal campsites will be available for short-stay reservations on the Monday prior to each park’s opening date. The opening and closing dates for all campgrounds are provided in the backgrounder below.
Before making a reservation online, campers are encouraged to create a profile or log in to ensure their profile information is up to date.
Inquiries about the 2026 camping season can be made by calling ParksNL at 709-637-2040 or emailing info@ParksNL.ca.
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“There’s no better way to recharge than camping in Newfoundland and Labrador. With provincial parks across the province now available for booking and offering unique landscapes and experiences, visitors can unplug from daily routines and enjoy the restorative power of nature.”
Honourable Andrea Barbour
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
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BACKGROUNDER
Opening and Closing Dates for Provincial Camping Parks
| Park Name | Opening Date | Closing Date |
| Barachois Pond | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Butter Pot | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Frenchman’s Cove | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| J.T. Cheeseman | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| La Manche | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Lockston Path | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Notre Dame | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Sandbanks | May 15, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Sir Richard Squires Memorial | May 15, 2026 | September 7, 2026 |
| Blow Me Down | May 29, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Dildo Run | May 29, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Pinware River | May 29, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Pistolet Bay | May 29, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
Please note: All dates are subject to change, depending on weather conditions.