Built for Today, Ready for Tomorrow: Improved Amenities Support a Better Camping Experience at Glengarry
Lancaster, ON – St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC), which operates Parks of the St. Lawrence, is pleased to announce the completion of infrastructure upgrades at Glengarry Campground, aimed at improving the overall guest camping experience while supporting SLPC’s commitment to sustainability and accessibility goals.
As part of SLPC’s long-term infrastructure renewal strategy, these upgrades replace aging systems with modern, guest-focused amenities that reflect the evolving needs of today’s campers. Working in partnership with Infrastructure Ontario, the Glengarry Campground improvements include a newly constructed comfort facility, modernized water distribution systems, and upgrades to the RV trailer dump station.
Centrally located within the campground, the new building is designed to provide greater comfort, convenience and accessibility for guests. The facility includes private, gender-neutral washrooms, showers and changerooms, laundry facilities, and accessible features that meet AODA standards. Outside the building, campers will benefit from a water bottle refill station and an outdoor kitchen wash station. Locally sourced materials and a durable steel roof reinforce SLPC’s commitment to long-lasting, sustainable infrastructure.
“The completion of this project is a tangible example of how SLPC is delivering on its strategic vision,” said the Honourable Bob Runciman, Chair of the SLPC Board of Commissioners. “By strengthening core infrastructure that supports both environmental responsibility and guest comfort, we are laying the foundation for a stronger, more resilient St. Lawrence Parks Commission that continues to be a strong contributor to the tourism sector in Eastern Ontario.”
While offering greater comfort and convenience to campers, these necessary upgrades align with SLPC’s 2021-2026 strategic plan, Strengthening our Foundation for a Sustainable Future, which outlines key priorities including modernizing infrastructure, enhancing guest experiences, and advancing environmental stewardship.
“Modern infrastructure and amenities at our campgrounds and beaches such as washrooms, showers, laundry, safe drinking water and responsible waste disposal are essential to delivering the kind of high-quality experiences our guests expect,” adds Hollee Kew, General Manager and CEO of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission. “These improvements reflect our commitment to better serving our guests and creating spaces that embody our values and those of the communities we serve.”
Located less than an hour from Montreal, Glengarry Campground is Parks of the St. Lawrence’s easternmost campground, known for its serene atmosphere, mature forests with towering old-growth pines, and scenic views of the Adirondack Mountains. It remains a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, families and anglers.
Camping reservations for Parks of the St. Lawrence campgrounds will open in spring 2026.
About Parks of the St. Lawrence
Parks of the St. Lawrence is one of the largest tourism destinations in Eastern Ontario, operating two scenic waterfront parkways, six sandy beaches and day-use picnic areas, a bird sanctuary, extensive multi-use trail networks, and ten beautiful waterfront campgrounds. These areas, which span 7000 acres from the 1000 Islands to the Quebec border, are a haven for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, families, boaters, and scuba divers. Parks of the St. Lawrence welcomes guests to enjoy our spacious campsites and waterfront cabins, winding bike paths, pristine nature trails, boat launches, picnic areas, scuba diving and remarkable fishing. We are the perfect destination for campers, runners, cyclists, photographers, anglers, scuba divers and explorers alike.
About St. Lawrence Parks Commission
The St. Lawrence Parks Commission, an agency of the Government of Ontario, operates facilities stretching from Kingston to the Quebec border, including Upper Canada Village, Fort Henry National Historic Site of Canada (and a UNESCO World Heritage Site); Kingston Pen Tours, Crysler Park Marina, Upper Canada Golf Course, Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary and 10 Parks of the St. Lawrence campgrounds and 6 beach day-use picnic areas including the Long Sault and Thousand Islands Parkways.
Since 2019, the St. Lawrence Parks Commission (SLPC) has undertaken a series of major infrastructure improvements, culminating in a historic $82.2 million investment announced in 2025. These upgrades are part of a multi-year revitalization strategy aimed at modernizing facilities, improving environmental sustainability, and enhancing guest experiences across Eastern Ontario.
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