Family and education programs

Thousand Islands National Park

Other learning opportunities at Thousand Islands National Park

A child stands at a wooden park kiosk talking to two staff from inside. 

Learning at the Cabin!

Mallorytown Landing

Science snapshot

Can you picture yourself as a scientist? We can! Join us at the photo booth, where you can dress up as a Parks Canada ecologist and see what it’s like to protect nature for a living.

Xplorers program
Kids of all ages can complete challenges and earn a special Parks Canada medallion.

Landons Bay

On the Lookout

Before you set out on the trail check in with the cabin interpreters to learn about the hidden gems of the Thousand Islands that make your hike a little more special. 


TENT Talks

Join us every Thursday in July 2026 at the Mallorytown Landing dockside shelter to go behind the scenes and learn from our dedicated conservation professionals. Learn more about these events

TENT talk schedule

July 2 - Ecosystem Monitoring 
July 9 - Fire management and visitor safety 
July 16 - TBC
July 23 - 2 Billion Trees, Mending Ground Project
July 30 - Fish of the Thousand Islands


Special events

Join park staff to mark special days throughout the summer at Mallorytown Landing. 


Parks Canada National App

Listen to children’s stories about the species at risk of the Thousand Islands, on a park hiking trail or at home. Available for free. 


Guided hikes

On the Lookout
  • Landons Bay 
  • Check the calendar of events for the next guided hike offering 
  • 1-hour 
  • Lookout Trail (Begins at the Welcome Kiosk)
  • Parking fees apply

Can you see what I see? On this guided hike, Park staff will show you the best-kept secrets of the landscape, as well as our iconic clifftop lookout! 

Note on accessibility: Lookout Trail is a narrow pathway, with uneven ground, tripping hazards (roots/rocks), marshy areas, and multiple set of stairs (without banisters). 


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