Algonquin Park from Toronto: Day Trips & Weekends
Day trips from $37.50 · Park admission included · 15% off gear rentals
Algonquin is Ontario's oldest provincial park — bigger than Prince Edward Island, with over 2,400 lakes and some of the best paddling and cycling in the country. The Highway 60 corridor runs through the south end of the park, and that's where we take you. You choose your stop: paddle Oxtongue Lake, bike the old Rail Trail, eat lunch at a licensed restaurant on Canoe Lake, or just sit on a dock and do absolutely nothing.
Two ways to go: a day trip (out and back in one day, 5+ hours in the park) or a weekend trip (we drop you Friday, pick you up Sunday). Both include park admission. Both give you 15% off canoe and bike rentals from Algonquin Outfitters.
The Ultimate Algonquin Day Trip:
- Adult, Student, Senior: $74.00
- Child (12 and under): $37.50
Algonquin's not around the corner. But with Parkbus, you don't have to drive. You'll ride in a comfy coach with big windows and time to nap or dream about trees. By 11:00 AM, you're at Oxtongue Lake with 5+ hours to explore.
Pick your stop along the Highway 60 corridor — Oxtongue Lake for canoeing, Canoe Lake for a guided paddle and lunch, Lake of Two Rivers for mountain biking the Rail Trail. The bus collects everyone on the return loop and you're back in Toronto by 8:30 PM. No car, no gas, no Highway 400 on a Sunday evening.
And with 15% off rentals from our friends at Algonquin Outfitters (when booked through us), your canoe or bike will be waiting when you arrive.
Stay and play for the weekend
Overnight Trip Tickets:
- Regular: $149.00
- Student: $138.00
- Child (12 and under): $75.00
- Senior (60+): $138.00
Same bus, same Friday departure — but instead of coming home that evening, you stay. We drop you at your stop on Friday. You spend Saturday doing whatever the park puts in front of you. Sunday afternoon, the bus picks you up and brings you home.
Where you stay is up to you. New this year: glamping at Four Corners Algonquin, with their shuttle service to spots along the Highway 60 corridor. Or the Wolf Den Bunkhouse — cozy cabins and communal rooms, a Parkbus favourite for years. Or bring a tent and camp at Lake of Two Rivers, Mew Lake, or Pog Lake. All options are at or near our stops.
Special Discount:
We've teamed up with Algonquin Outfitters to get you 15% off gear rentals — canoes, bikes, stand-up paddleboards. After checkout you'll be taken to an exclusive Parkbus–Algonquin Outfitters store to book your gear. Pick your activity, and it'll be waiting at your stop when you step off the bus.
Pickup Locations
34 Asquith Avenue
Pick up at 34 Asquith Ave, just north of the Yonge and Bloor Subway stop. We recommend getting there 15 minutes early to make sure you have enough time for the bus.
Departure Time
7:30 AM
Return Time
8:30 PM
Major Mackenzie Drive Car Park
Major Mackenzie Dr. @ Hwy. 400 Park & Ride Highway 400, Maple, ON https://www.gotransit.com/en/find-a-station-or-stop/00334/station-details
Departure Time
8:15 AM
Return Time
7:30 PM
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Oxtongue Lake
The most popular stop for paddlers. Algonquin Outfitters' home base is right here — rent a canoe for a self-guided paddle on calm, sheltered water, or book a guided North Canoe trip to Ragged Falls, one of the area's biggest waterfalls. The Beetle Lake trail is a short hike steps from the drop-off. Small café on site for lunch.
Best for: Canoeing, kayaking, waterfall access, short hikes
Estimated arrival
11:00 AM
Departure
4:40 PM
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Wolf Den Bunkhouse
The go-to for weekenders on a budget. The Wolf Den Hostel & Nature Retreat has cozy cabins, private and semi-private rooms, and a communal vibe. It's 6 km from the park gate, but the setting feels like you're already in it. Oxtongue Lake and Algonquin Outfitters are a 10-minute walk down Highway 60.
Best for: Weekend accommodation, access to Oxtongue Lake activities
Estimated arrival
11:05 AM
Departure
4:30 PM
3
Canoe Lake (Portage Store)
The main hub on Highway 60. Algonquin Outfitters' Portage Store has a licensed sit-down restaurant, guided North Canoe trips, self-guided rentals, and an Ontario Parks permit office. If you're heading deeper into the park for a backcountry canoe trip, this is your launch point.
Best for: Lunch, guided paddles, gear rentals, starting backcountry trips
Estimated arrival
11:25 AM
Departure
4:25 PM
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Lake of Two Rivers Store
The only stop with bike rentals. Grab a mountain bike and ride the old Rail Trail connecting the campgrounds — it's a former rail line, flat and scenic. Lake of Two Rivers Store has a restaurant and small grocery store. The Highland Backpacking Trail starts a short walk from here.
Best for: Mountain biking the Rail Trail, groceries, Highland Trail access
Estimated arrival
11:35 AM
Departure
4:10 PM
5
Pog Lake / Whitefish Campground
Quieter campground on the east side of the park — a good alternative if you want more privacy than Lake of Two Rivers. Also the access point for Whitefish Group Campground. Connected to the other campgrounds by the Rail Trail. Note: this stop operates until Labour Day only.
Best for: Camping (quieter option), cycling between campgrounds
Estimated arrival
11:40 AM
Departure
4:00 PM
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Four Corners Algonquin
New for 2026 - Luxury glamping on the east end of the park, near the town of Whitney. We drop you Friday by noon. Four Corners' shuttle service covers the Highway 60 corridor so you can explore the park without a car. Whitney has outfitters for day adventures, and the old rail trail runs right through.
Book your accommodation directly on the Four Corners website in advance — they fill up.
Best for: Glamping weekends, a car-free weekend in the park
Estimated arrival
12:00 PM
Departure
Sundays at 4:30 PM — no same-day return
Are there overnight options for non-campers?
Yes — and you have more options than ever.
New for 2026: Four Corners Algonquin is a luxury glamping site on the east end of the park. Domes and cabins with real beds, near the town of Whitney. Book accommodations on their website in advance. We drop you Friday, their shuttle handles the rest, and we pick you up Sunday at 4:30 PM.
Wolf Den Bunkhouse — (705) 635-9336 — has been the Parkbus favourite for years. Cozy cabins, private and semi-private rooms. 6 km from the park gate, with hiking trails and canoe rentals within walking distance. Oxtongue Lake Algonquin Outfitters is about a 10-minute walk.
Wolf Den and Four Corners are the only locations where Parkbus currently stops. However, Algonquin Lakeside Inn, Blue Spruce Inn, and Blue Spruce Resort are all within walking distance of our stops. Inside the park, Killarney Lodge, Arowhon Pines Resort, and Bartlett Lodge are high-end options — they can typically arrange a shuttle to our Lake of Two Rivers Store or Portage Store stops.
Can Parkbus offer extra stops on demand?
Unfortunately we cannot do it for many reasons, including safety, liability and our agreements with the park and our partners. However, we are constantly reviewing our operations, and if you have any suggestions or ideas, including new stops for the future, do get in touch!
Are there places to buy food / camping equipment?
Lake of Two Rivers Store (one of our stops) has basic groceries — mostly non-perishables — and a fast-food restaurant with burgers, pizza, fries, and ice cream.
Portage Store at Canoe Lake (also one of our stops) offers similar products and services.
Call ahead if you need something specific. Options are limited and these are the only two spots along the corridor, so plan accordingly.
Is there cellphone reception in the park?
While spotty and unreliable, it has been (un)fortunately improving over the last few years. You will get best reception, and sometimes even 3G/LTE on top of hills, or in middle of some larger lakes. Ultimately, it depends on your operator - in the same place, one cellphone can have 3G connectivity, while another would be getting no service at all.
Can I bring pets on the bus?
We generally allow pets on the bus to Algonquin, as long as pet ticket is bought ($20 each way), the pet is transported either in a carrier or with a muzzle, and the owner assumes responsibility for a cleaning fee in case their pet makes a mess on the bus.
Dogs must be on the leash when in the park.
Are there bears? How do we hide our food overnight without a car?
There are bears in the park, although they generally avoid humans, and your chances of seeing one are extremely slim. Check out official Ontario Government publication (BearWise) on avoiding bear encounters.
Bears, raccoons, chipmunks and other wildlife are attracted to human food, and you must take precautions. If you are staying at Lake of Two Rivers, Mew Lake or Pog Lake Campgrounds, park staff offers use of food lockers free of charge to Parkbus passengers. Lockers are placed in several locations around campgrounds (usually next to comfort station), and require a key which can be obtained at park office with $25 refundable cash deposit.
How much luggage can we bring on the bus? What about bikes?
We mostly run 56 seater passenger buses on this route, and generally you can bring suitcases, backpacks, coolers, and other camping equipment. We allow up to 3 regular (not e-bikes) bikes per bus, on first-come, first-served basis where you have to email us (help@parkbus.ca) in advance and reserve your spots.
Folding bikes, and folding/inflatable kayaks do not require pre-approval as long as they do not take more space than a large suitcase would - if you are not sure, give us a call! Regular canoes and kayaks are NOT allowed as they will not fit.
Fireworks, firewood, and firearms are NOT permitted on board or in the luggage compartment.
Is there bathroom on board? Do you make a stop on the way?
There are bathrooms on board most buses. We also make a 15 min stop about half way into the journey to allow passengers a quick visit to fast food, washrooms, etc on the way.
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