GRCA conservation areas set to take reservations beginning March 15

Camping season opens May 1, 2022

It may not look like it outside, but the 2022 camping season is just around the corner and the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) campsite reservation system will be open to take reservations online beginning March 15, 2022 at 8:00 a.m.

The reservation system at www.grcacamping.ca provides a 24-hour, online reservation service until mid-October, when the camping season closes. Reservations by phone are available by calling 1-877-558-4722, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., 7-days a week.

Campsite reservations can be made for all eight GRCA conservation areas that offer camping. Limited group site and pavilion bookings will be available by calling the conservation areas directly, beginning May 1.

New reservation system for 2022

The GRCA campsite reservation system will take on a new look this year, focused on an improved customer experience. The system will open for limited online access, beginning March 8 at 8:00 a.m. Visitors will be able to set up a new customer profile, explore campsites at GRCA conservation areas and become familiar with the platform ahead of the launch date. Reservations will not be available online or by phone until March 15.

Quick Facts

• GRCA online camping reservation website: www.grcacamping.ca
• Online hours of operation: 24 hours a day, March 15 through to mid-October
• We are committed to providing accessible customer service. If guests require alternate booking arrangements beginning March 15, call 1-877-558-4722.

COVID-19 pandemic restrictions eased

While the GRCA will be easing many COVID-19 restrictions at its conservation areas this year, some operational limitations will remain in place. Conservation areas will continue to manage day-use capacity and guests will be asked to follow all local public health guidelines. Swimming pools at Brant and Byng Island conservation areas and the splash pad at Elora Gorge Conservation Area will reopen this summer.

To stay up-to-date on conservation area and activity status, visit www.grandriver.ca/conservationareastatus for real-time information about whether a conservation area is open or has reached its operating capacity for the day.

The GRCA is the second largest campground operator in Ontario, providing up to 2,200 campsites throughout the Grand River watershed. Of the GRCA’s 11 conservation areas, eight offer nightly, monthly, or seasonal camping opportunities.

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Media Contacts:

Cam Linwood, GRCA Supervisor, Strategic Communications
Phone 519-621-2763 x2251  |  Email clinwood@grandriver.ca

Lisa Stocco, GRCA Manager, Strategic Communications and Environmental Education
Phone 519-621-2763 x2316  |  Email lstocco@grandriver.ca