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Watch this space for summer 2025 activities!For information about amenities at Murphys Point (services, facilities, attractions) during the 2025 season, be sure to check https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/murphyspoint.
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Category Archives: Murphys Point Provincial Park
Minerals of the Silver Queen Mine: Apatite
Did you know that several minerals were mined at Murphys Point over 100 years ago? Apatite, a green mineral rich in phosphorus, was used for making fertilizer since phosphorus is conducive to plant growth. It was ground and treated with … Continue reading
Perseid Meteor Shower
Have you ever watched a meteor shower before? Murphys Point is an excellent place to view the Perseid meteor shower which happens every year from mid-July to late August. The shower is predicted to peak the night of August 12, … Continue reading
Minerals of the Silver Queen Mine: Mica
When hiking around Murphys Point, especially near the Silver Queen Mine, you might notice sparkly silver flakes on the ground. These are pieces of mica, one of the minerals that were mined here in the early 1900s. The mica mined … Continue reading
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