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Beautiful nature, lots of wildlife
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Not enough time for Nature, Nature, Nature!
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Backcountry wilderness at its best!
Algonquin Portage - Store and outfitters.
Regina1965 Says: I will add this tip under things to do even though this is a store, as this is the last opportunity for fuel before you enter Algonquin park. At this store they rent out canoes and kayaks and sell canoes. They have camping supplies and food and souvenirs. And they sell...
The Grand Lake and Achray Campground.
Regina1965 Says: After our hike on Barron Canyon Trail Greg and I went to Grand Lake where the Achray campground is located. I found this place to be heaven on earth, I had no idea that there were golden beaches in Algonquin park. And this beautiful lake, where people were canoeing and...
Sand Lake Gate - entrance to the park.
Regina1965 Says: We entered the park at Sand Lake Gate, which is where you pay the entrance fee and get info on the park. We only wanted to stay for one day so we paid CAD 15 for a day permit for two people. But of course here people also pay for camping, canoes etc. The day permit allowed...
Regina1965 Says: Our goal was to hike on the Barron Canyon trail. It is an easy trail, marked by a blue dot on some trees, but it is really not possible to get lost on this trail. Only at the very beginning does it go a bit upwards, after that it is a all smooth. It leads you by the amazing...
Babzz Says: Southern Ontario has arguably the most beautiful autumns of all of Canada. Algonquin is one of the recommended places to experience this beauty in (roughly) late September to mid-October. Check out the park's webpage regarding the status of the foliage.
Opeongo Store & Access Point to the Interior
mim95 Says: There is a boat launch, canoe and other equipment rentals, water taxi service, a gift shop and an interior camping registration office.Algonquin has over 2000km of canoe routes! Lake Opeongo is the largest lake in Algonquin and it is one of the many access point to the...
sim1 Says: We made another stop in the village of Dorset, to get a cup of coffee and stretch our legs. During a cold winter day like this there is not so much to do and see in Dorset. But if you come here in the autumn it will be crawling with people. Dorset is known for its...
sim1 Says: The most likely way that you enter the park is through the West Gate. And the first thing you will see is this welcome sign:You are now entering Algonquin, the oldest and most famous Provincial Park in Ontario. Since 1893, this vast expanse of forest lakes and rivers has...
Rent a canoe and paddle on out.
heitzenrater Says: So you can do a day paddle and cone the sorounding lakes, or you can go on an overnight trip.If you plan on camping overnight you will need a back country permit. They come on first come first serve so book early. Once you have booked you permit you get that at canoe lake,...
Spring Lake Resort Motel and Restaurant
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1 Review and 52 Opinions Arowhon Pines Lodge (at km 15.4), Bartlett Lodge (at km 23.3) and Killarney Lodge (at km 33.2) are...
bus to Algonquin from Toronto or Ottawa
Suzanne123 Says: Cheaper travel close to the park. Twice a week service. It takes you to the wolf Den Lodge Hostel which is at Oxtongue lake. (15 minute drive to the park) Takes highway 11 north to highway 60 than east.
Driving to Algonquin park by car.
Regina1965 Says: We drove to Algonquin park by car from Ottawa. The drive takes ca 1 hour and 45 minutes. To get there from Ottawa you proceed west along Highway 417, pass through the town of Pembroke and make a left turn into Doran road, which is marked as Renfrew County Road 26. Then make...
Faiza-Ifrah Says: We were driving towards Opeongo Lake (3 kms north of Km 46.3 mark) when the rain started falling. Before we know it, it turned into a massive down pour with visibility becoming almost zero. We saw some kayakers drastically pedaling to get back to the launching deck. When we...
opeongo66 Says: I've been going there for 25 years. Number one problem is noisy people. They RUIN it for everyone. This is not a wilderness park as often described. It is a daycare for teenagers and five year olds. Crank up the volume big time. Going into the interior by foot or canoe for...
mim95 Says: Even though Algonquin is a provincial park, it doesn't mean that all of its land is protected. In fact, only about 20% of the land is saved from the chainsaw. If you are only travelling around Hwy 60, you will likely even not know about this fact, as most of the logging...
sim1 Says: When you go on a day hike it's good to take a few things along with you. * First of all the bug repellent (see the next tip for more info).* Sunscreen! The sun can be suprisingly strong and a sunburn is easily caught.* Water! Hahaha, when you've done a climb uphill you...
sim1 Says: As you could read in my warning tip it's best to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes because of the West Nile Virus. Here are some useful tips to reduce the risk of being bitten by mosquitoes: Pack light coloured and long-sleeved clothing that includes long sleeved shirts or...
If you're prepared you can enjoy the park by water
CdnJane Says: I didn't partake this time, but years ago as a camper, we set out to our summer camp from Canoe Lake Portage Docks (which is much fancier now then it was 35 yrs ago!). From here you can rent a canoe, and the gear, to go canoeing for the day, or for several days. This time,...
epicult Says: This is a foolish watersports game played by those looking to 'literally take a load off' and get stupid after some serious portaging and canoeing - or - you just happen to be near a lake and have a canoe. The name of the game?... Gunnel Bobbing -or- dump your competitor...
GENERAL TIP WITH A BEGINNERS ITENERARY
RACCOON1 Says: Try Algonguin Outfitters for equipment. Seeing animals is not guaranteed. Fot three to four day trips you do not need a guide as long as someone can read maps and you have some camping experience. Paddling across a lake into the wind can be tiring so take breaks at the...
RACCOON1 Says: UNDER CONSTRUCTIONAlgonguin Park has an interconnected waterway system ( lakes, rivers, etc) which totals some 2000km in length making it probably the premier canoeing/camping area in the world . If you visit Algonquin Park you have to go canoeing .
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Wow, Algonquin Provincial Park! So beautiful!
Beautiful Algonquin Park! I always love going here. The campgrounds close to the road through the park are often very busy, but when you get in the canoe.... wow.... so beautiful! Lakes, forest,...
An Algonquin Teamwork Blueprint
When most people think of the great Canadian outdoors, images of the Rocky Mountains rising from dense forest and surreally turquoise lakes generally come to their heads but all the spectacle aside,...
Algonquin...A Paradise...for Moose
Algonquin is about a 3-hour drive northeast of Toronto. It is the third-largest provincial park in Ontario, covering 7725 km2. It is no dobut one of the most popular parks for camping, fishing,...
My tips for Algonquin focus on interior canoeing, portaging and camping. While quite strenuous physically, the rewards of your efforts are many. The tips comntained in these pages only scratch the...
Away from the Freeway, and into Algonquin!
My greatest thanks to my friend and most excellent VT trip advisor... The Most Friendly and Helpful CdnJane! Not only did she and Laura organize and plan the most successful VT Meeting in Toronto, but...
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