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Devil Lake

Frontenac, ON

As one of the farthest destinations in Frontenac, Devil Lake offers the magic of Frontenac but with a bit more distance for those who like to push a bit harder.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 10.5km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Location: Frontenac Provincial Park
  • Access: Big Salmon Lake
  • Portages: 6 (3/day)
  • Portage Distance: 3km
  • Max Portage: 800m
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Spider Bay

The Massasauga, ON

This gorgeous route in Massasauga and out through Spider Bay leads you to the famous Henry's Famous Fish and Chips restaurant which is normally only accessible by seaplane or yacht. Spectacular views lead the way to a world-class dining experience in the backcountry. 

  • Duration: 2 Nights
  • Distance: ~43.8km 
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Location: The Massasauga
  • Access Point: Three-legged Lake Access Point
  • Portages:
  • Total Portage Distance: 1,865m
  • Longest Portage: 780m
Day Paddle

Lion's Head

Bruce Peninsula, ON

Lion's Head is one of the most impressive Kayak routes in Ontario. Over the course of a couple of hours of easy paddling expect to be in awe of towering rocky cliffs, coastal caves, and crystal clear water.

  • Distance: ~9km 
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location:Bruce Peninsula
  • Access Point: Lion's Head Beach
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Barron Canyon

Algonquin, ON

As one of Algonquin's most impressive canoe routes, Barron canyon is a spectacular paddle through a variety of terrain ranging from lakes, marshes, waterfalls, and eventually the towering rock walls of the canyon itself. 

  • Duration: 2 Nights
  • Distance: ~23.2km 
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
  • Access Point: Grand Lake (Archray)
  • Portages: 11 
  • Total Portage Distance: 3,340m
  • Longest Portage: 590m
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North Tea Lake

Algonquin, ON

North Tea Lake is an excellent paddle for beginners looking to add a bit more distance to a standard weekend getaway. Thanks to only a pair of easy portages the North Tea Lake trip is a nice relaxing paddle onto a gorgeous lake.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 30km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
  • Access: Kawawaymog (Round) Lake Access
  • Portages: 4 (2/day)
  • Total Portage Distance: 660m
  • Longest Portage: 260m
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Little Trout Lake

Algonquin, ON

Little Trout Lake is a great weekend option for any level of paddler. It represents several hours of gorgeous scenery and well-marked, easy portages into the heart of Algonquin.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 20.6km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
  • Access: Magnetawan Lake
  • Portages: 6 (3/day)
  • Total Portage Distance: 1,834m
  • Longest Portage: 435m
Backcountry Hike

Maple Leaf Lake

Algonquin, ON

A perfect beginner jaunt into Algonquin. Enjoy a short and fun hike through the beginning of Western Uplands to camp on a calm shore.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 9.4km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
  • Access: Western Uplands Backpacking Trail
  • Elevation Gain: ~300m
Backcountry Hike

Big Salmon Lake

Frontenac, ON

A wonderful weekend hike along the shore of Big Salmon Lake. Expect plenty of up and down through rocky terrain as well as countless sweeping majestic views.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 14km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Frontenac Provincial Park
  • Access: Big Salmon Lake
  • Elevation Gain: ~300m
Backcountry Hike

Provoking Lake

Algonquin, ON

Provoking Lake is a perfect weekend trip for your first experience at backcountry camping. The trail is easy to follow, covers a variety of terrain, and has a beautiful lake at the end.

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 9km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
  • Access: Highland Backpacking Trail (Mew Lake)
  • Elevation Gain: ~400m
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Serpentine Lake

Kawartha Highlands, ON

A delightful weekend getaway accessible to nearly anyone and made special by an iconic paddle through a maze of tall reeds. 

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: ~20km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park
  • Access Point: Anstruther Lake
  • Portages: 8 (4/day)
  • Total Portage Distance: 1.7km
  • Longest Portage: 360m
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McNally Bay

Frontenac, ON

This weekend paddle is mostly defined by two moderately long portages over very steep terrain. McNally Bay is one of Frontenac's gorgeous gems. 

  • Duration: 1 Night
  • Distance: 13.2km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Location: Frontenac Provincial Park
  • Access: Big Salmon Lake
  • Portages: 4 (2/day)
  • Portage Distance: 4.2km
  • Max Portage: 1.1km
Day Hike

Perley Rock

Glacier National Park, BC

In all my years of hiking the Canadian Rockies, no trail has impressed me quite like Perley. It is the shining crown of an area famous for world-class hikes.

  • Duration: Day Hike
  • Distance: 14km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Location: Glacier National Park
  • Access: Illecillewaet Campground
  • Elevation Gain: ~1,300m
Day Hike

Abbott Ridge

Glacier National Park, BC

For those willing to tackle a formidable workout, Abbott Ridge is one of the most impressive hikes in all of Canada. The top of the ridge boasts a 360-degree view of Rogers Pass in the heart of the Selkirk mountains.

  • Duration: Day Hike
  • Distance: 13.4km Out & Back
  • Difficulty: Hard
  • Location: Glacier National Park
  • Access: Illecillewaet Campground
  • Elevation Gain: ~1,000m