Activities
The park is open year round, but is only staffed during the summer (from May 15 to September 15).
There are also a number of trails for cross-country skiing in winter, and horseback riding and hiking during summer. 5 km of paved paths can be used for rollerblading and biking. Named trails in the park include Wild Rose Trail, Cathedral Trail, Fescue Trail, and Lakeside Trail.
Fishing is allowed in the Vermilion Park lake, with a designated pond for trout fishing and amenities for ice fishing.
Water based activities include canoeing, kayaking and sailing.
A year-round campground with all amenities is located in Vermilion, and overnight camping is permitted at the CN Station and three other campgrounds. Several additional day use areas (one featuring a baseball diamond) are found in the park. A golf course is found in Vermilion, and a mini golf course is within the park limits.
The old CNR station has been relocated to the park as well an old CNR caboose on display near the station.
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