Overview
Barry's Bay is a quiet town of about 1,300 people in the Township of Madawaska Valley in Eastern Ontario. It sits near the eastern entrance to Algonquin Provincial Park, making it the second-closest town east of the park (after Whitney, which is right at the park entrance).
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Family Travel · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget motels include Ash Grove Inn (doubles from $120) and Balmoral Hotel (doubles from $140), both with restaurants on site.
Connectivity
Free Wi-Fi is available at the Railway Station Museum and the Madawaska Valley Public Library.
Food
Local dining centers on roadside chip wagons serving poutine and grilled items. Charlie D's and Polka Spudz are notable options.
Transport
A car is essential for getting around Barry's Bay and reaching nearby attractions. The nearest taxis are in Pembroke, 30 km away.