Getting to Thousand Islands National Park
Thousand Islands National Park sits in ON, Canada, with Gananoque the nearest town of any size — about 17.3 km (10.7 mi) out, or roughly 29 min of driving.
Drive times from Thousand Islands National Park
Thousand Islands National Park sits close enough to Rouge National Park, Georgian Bay Islands National Park, and La Mauricie National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Rouge National Park | 266 km (165 mi) | 4 hr 22 min |
| Georgian Bay Islands National Park | 316 km (196 mi) | 5 hr 6 min |
| La Mauricie National Park | 358 km (222 mi) | 5 hr 43 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Gananoque | 17.3 km (10.7 mi) | 29 min |
| Brockville | 34 km (21.1 mi) | 48 min |
| Kingston | 44.3 km (27.5 mi) | 59 min |
| Smiths Falls | 61.9 km (38.5 mi) | 1 hr 18 min |
| Perth | 65.6 km (40.8 mi) | 1 hr 22 min |
| Sharbot Lake | 75.1 km (46.6 mi) | 1 hr 32 min |
| Greater Napanee | 80.3 km (49.9 mi) | 1 hr 38 min |
| Napanee | 80.3 km (49.9 mi) | 1 hr 38 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Thousand Islands National Park?
Gananoque, about 17.3 km (10.7 mi) away — roughly 29 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Thousand Islands National Park?
The practical bases are Gananoque, Brockville, and Kingston — all within a reasonable drive of the park.