[3] The resort community of Tobin Lake is on the southern shore and spread out along its over 250 kilometres (160 mi) of shoreline are several parks, outfitters, lodges, and campgrounds.

It preserves natural stands of boreal forest that harbours several species of birds and animals, such as woodpeckers, black bears, cougars, and raccoons.

Caroll's Cove Campground has several well-treed campsites and rustic trappers' cabins that are semi-modern and sleep six set in boreal forest.

The park also has a picnic area on the lake's shore, several marked hiking trails, and a number of fishing spots.

Pruden's Point has many campsites and modern cabins for rent and facilities include potable water, showers, and laundry.

The resort has cabin rentals, beach access, a boat launch, and 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) of hiking trails.

[17][18] Father Mariuz Zajac, from Carrot River, set the world ice fishing record for walleye here in 2005 with a catch of 8.3 kg (18 lb).