Two provincial parks in northeastern Ontario have re-opened after forest fires forced them to close last month.
The Grundy Lake Provincial Park, which had to be evacuated on July 27, opened at 8 a.m. Friday and officials say visitors have slowly started to return.
The French River Provincial Park was also re-opened but certain restrictions are in place.
Get breaking National news
Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Visitors cannot access certain entrances to the park and some campsites, as well as the visitors’ centre, are closed.
- Canada faces off against the United States in para hockey development camp
- Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk set for 6 months on the International Space Station
- Calgary city council approves outdoor watering schedule as part of demand reduction plan
- ‘Bailey’s Law’ clears House of Commons hurdle to toughen intimate partner violence laws
READ MORE: Northeastern Ontario plagued by 17 forest fires still out of control
Fire bans are in place at both parks.
The Ministry of Natural Resources says close to 50 forest fires remain active in northeastern Ontario, 11 of which are still out of control.
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.