Camping on Lake Erie in Ontario means big water, sandy shoreline and long summer evenings, and Haldimand County and Dunnville are among the easiest places in southern Ontario to enjoy it. Maitland Shores Resort – RV Park & Marina at 659 Port Maitland Rd, Dunnville sits where the Grand River meets the lake, with full-hookup RV sites, a marina and boat launch, and ATV trails.
Why Camp on Lake Erie in Haldimand County?
Haldimand County covers a long stretch of Lake Erie’s north shore, with the Grand River running through it. Anglers come for walleye and perch, boaters for open water and river access, and families for beaches, trails and quiet campsites. Dunnville and Port Maitland are the natural base for all of it.
What to Look for in a Lake Erie Campground
- Hookups: 30 or 50 amp power, water and sewer for RVs.
- Boating: A marina or boat launch close to the site.
- Site types: Pull-through and back-in sites, plus seasonal sites for a full summer.
- Things to do: Fishing, ATV trails, swimming and family space.
Camping at Maitland Shores in Dunnville
Maitland Shores offers overnight and seasonal RV camping, tent sites, cabin rentals and luxury glamping on a large waterfront property. The season runs April 15 to October 31. Guests use the marina and boat launch for Lake Erie and Grand River outings, and the ATV trails for time on land.
Drive Times to Dunnville
Maitland Shores is about 35 minutes from Hamilton, 40 from Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, 40 from Brantford, 45 from Cambridge and Kitchener, 65 from London and 90 from Toronto. That makes it a realistic Friday-evening trip.
Plan Your Lake Erie Camping Trip
Read our guides to campgrounds in Haldimand County, campgrounds near Lake Erie, RV parks on Lake Erie and campgrounds near me. To reserve a site, call (647) 212 1234 or email info@rvparkontario.com.