Rules & Regulations

We have put some rules and regulations in place to protect not only the guests of Limberlost but our lakes and wildlife as well. It is important that we all follow these rules to insure that Limberlost Forest and Wilderness Reserve stays true to it’s name.

Safety responsibility contract is required. You must sign our safety responsibility form (and other applicable permits) before exploring the reserve. You can do this from our website or from the front kiosk at the main gate or main office/Tuck Shop.


The following activities are strictly prohibited at Limberlost:

  • Dogs must be on leash, we are not leash-free.
  • Fireworks are not permitted on Limberlost Property.
  • RVs, tear drop, pop up trailers, camper vans are NOT permitted.
  • Motorized watercraft are not permitted on Limberlost Property.
  • Off road vehicles such as dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and ATVs are not permitted on our roads.
  • No flying of drones anywhere on the property.
  • Firearms of any kind are not allowed.
  • Disturbing, destroying, or removing plants and animals.
  • Introducing plants, animals, or anything else to the reserve landscape.

At Limberlost Forest and Wilderness Reserve, the following regulations also apply:

  • No fishing on any of the lakes that are part of the Limberlost property.
  • Camping in only our designated camping locations. Camping anywhere else on the property is restricted.
  • You must pack out everything you bring in, including cans, glass, and other garbage. Garbage and recycling dumpsters are located across the main road from the office/tuck shop.
  • Hunting and the use of ATVs for game retrieval is not allowed in the reserve.
  • No loud music at any time of the day.
  • NO day time burning from 8am to 6pm, from April 1 to October 31 (as per the rules of the Township of Lake of Bays). This includes fires for cooking.
  • During some seasons, open fires may be prohibited. Contact the local fire department to determine if open fires are permitted. Completely extinguish fires before leaving.