Port Carmen Marina sits right along Highway 520 in Ontario’s Almaguin Highlands, serving as a primary water gateway between Burk’s Falls and the historic village of Magnetawan. Nestled directly on the calm waters of Lake Cecebe, it gives boaters, anglers, and cottagers immediate access to one of the most distinctive freshwater networks in the Parry Sound District.
What truly sets this spot apart is its place within the historic Magnetawan River waterway system. Launching from Port Carmen does not confine you to a single body of water. Boaters can cruise across Lake Cecebe, lock through the famous hand-operated Magnetawan locks, and navigate all the way into Ahmic Lake, unlocking roughly 40 miles of continuous boating and fishing shoreline without ever trailering out.
Throughout the ice-free season from May through October, the marina operates as a full-service cottage country hub. Dockside pumps provide premium non-ethanol marine gas directly on the water, while the on-site store carries propane exchanges, live bait, tackle, and cold drinks. For visitors exploring without their own vessel, the marina rents pontoon boats for leisurely family cruises and aluminum utility boats rigged to chase Lake Cecebe’s resident walleye, northern pike, and bass. Full mechanical maintenance, seasonal slip rentals, winterization, and secure yard storage round out its summer support for the local lake association.
Activity does not end when the temperature drops. Positioned right near regional snowmobile routes—connected via Club Trail 712 off the main C104D trunk line maintained by the Magnetawan Ridge Runners—the marina serves as a handy winter stop for riders traversing the district.
Whether you pull up to the dock mid-cruise for fuel and ice cream or trailer a boat in off Highway 520, Port Carmen Marina retains the rugged, friendly, and unpretentious character that defines the Almaguin Highlands.