Hawthorn Campground is one of nine campgrounds within Balsam Lake Provincial Park, situated on the west shore of Balsam Lake in Ontario's Kawartha Lakes region, part of the Trent-Severn Waterway.

All sites are non-electric, and the campground is designated radio-free and generator-free, making it one of the quieter options in the park.

Navigation within Hawthorn can be challenging — signage is sparse, and campers generally need to cross-reference site numbers against a map to find their way around.

Those seeking a peaceful, low-impact stay without the noise of generators will find it suits that purpose, though arriving prepared with a good map of the campground layout is advisable.