Arrowhead Provincial Park is only 8 kilometres north of Huntsville's town centre, making it the most immediately accessible outdoor space from the town. The park centres on Arrowhead Lake, where there is a supervised swimming beach and canoe and kayak rentals throughout summer. Several hiking trails wind through mixed forest — the Stubb's Falls Trail (2.5 km return) is the most popular, following Mayflower Creek to a 40-metre waterfall through cedar forest.
In winter, Arrowhead operates a network of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, plus the famous skating trail through the forest. In summer, the park is quieter than Algonquin and far less crowded — a good choice for families who want an easy swim and a picnic without a two-hour drive. Camping is available May through October.