3 Day Canoe Trip Itinerary
These are fun filled canoe trips into exhilarating wilderness areas in Algonquin Park interior. Everything you need for this guided trip will be supplied, including canoes, tents, gear, food and waterproof canoe packs. You need only bring your clothes and personal items.
This Algonquin Park canoe trip is ideal for those with little or no canoe experience. Not only will you experience canoeing the majesty of Canada’s wilderness in Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada but also improve your paddling and wilderness skills as our Paddle Canada certified Canoe guides / instructors lead you on a wilderness odyssey Algonquin Park canoe trip that will be the highlight of your summer vacation. You will have the opportunity to experience equipment and techniques that will ensure that your encounter with nature will be a safe, dry, warm and comfortable one.
Algonquin Park is the oldest provincial park in Ontario and one of the largest parks in Canada and the largest wilderness canoe park in the world. It encompasses 8,000 square kilometers (3,500 square miles), with over 1600 kilometers of canoe routes within Algonquin Park boundaries which provides numerous possibilities for an unforgettable wilderness experience.
We’ll travel in modern light weight canoes, camp on Algonquin Park interior wilderness sites, sleep in comfortable two person tents, bake fresh breads and goodies right in camp and eat like royalty. You will see what equipment works very well and what to leave behind. This will be an event that will change and enhance your experience of wilderness canoe travel forever more.
Paddle Canada Intro to Tandem Lake Canoe Skills certification is included on this Algonquin Park canoe trip.
The trip starts at 9:00 am at Algonquin Park and ends at 3-4 pm on the last day.
What skills you can learn and certify (if desired): Paddle Canada Intro to Tandem Lake Canoe Skills on our 3 day Algonquin Canoe trips:
| safety Retrieving a swamped canoe Canoe over canoe rescue Re-entering a swamped canoe |
Theory Selection of equipment Equipment knowledge Equipment care Government regulations Safe canoeing procedures Outdoor precautions Environmental awareness Windy weather precautions Canoeing history |
Paddling Skills Day trip packing Skills (tandem) Launching and removing a canoe Entering and exiting a canoe Paddling positions and trimming Balancing Changing positions Landing Pivots Draw Strokes (moving sideways) Forward straight line Inside and outside turns Inside and outside circles Stopping Inside and outside landings Reverse straight line Lifts and carries |
3 Day Algonquin Park Interior Wet Side Access # 3 Itinerary:
Day 1: Meet at the Algonquin Park sign-in office in the town of Kearney about 20 minutes north of Huntsville off of Hwy 11 at 9 am the first morning of your trip.
We then move to Access # 3 which gives direct access to true wilderness areas of Algonquin Park. Here you’ll repack your clothes and personal items into a canoe waterproof backpack which we will supply for the trip.
After a short safety and paddling briefing we’ll load our canoes and paddle 3 lakes into the interior where we will set up a camp for 2 nights on a big beautiful wilderness lake where you can relax, swim, fish and explore the surrounding area. We’ll prepare for the evening campfire and perhaps go for an evening paddle to watch the sunset.
Day 2: This is our day to explore the surrounding lakes traveling with empty boats and a lunch which will make the short portages quick and easy. We’ll paddle 2 lakes deeper into the interior and perhaps even hike a wilderness portage to a cascading waterfall on the Tim River for lunch. It’s not unusual to see loons, deer and maybe even some moose on this day.
We’ll paddle back to our waiting camp usually arriving around 3 pm where we can relax, swim, fish and prepare for the evening.
Day 3: After a delicious breakfast and some great coffee we’ll pack up our camp, load our canoes and paddle back to our starting point stopping for lunch along the way and arriving around 3 pm where your canoe adventure ends.
3 Day Algonquin Park Interior East Side Access # 22 And The Barron Canyon Itinerary:
Day 1: Meet at the Algonquin Park sign-in office at the Grand Lake Achray Access Point # 22 at 9 am on the first morning of your trip.
Your canoe adventure begins at the Grand Lake Achray Access Point, a popular entry point to Algonquin Park. After a brief orientation, you will launch your canoe into Grand Lake. This large, scenic lake offers excellent views of surrounding forests and is home to a variety of wildlife, including loons and otters.
As you paddle through 3 more lakes, and short portages to arrive in the High Falls Lake area where we will set up a lakeside camp here we will spend 2 nights.
After setting up camp on one of the secluded campsites on High Falls Lake, you’ll have time to relax, fish, swim and explore the surrounding area. High Falls Lake is surrounded by rugged terrain and forest, offering a serene setting for unwinding after the first day of paddling. The lake’s calm waters are great for an evening paddle, and the surrounding natural beauty is perfect for stargazing.
Day 2: High Falls Lake → Barron Canyon → Return to High Falls Lake
On Day 2, paddle out from your campsite with just the empty boats and a lunch and make your way through High Falls Lake, heading towards Barron Canyon. The path to the canyon will take you through small, quiet bays, rivers, and past rocky outcrops, where you can spot wildlife such as beavers, loons, and perhaps even a moose.
After reaching High Falls Lake, portage to the Barron River, which leads directly to Barron Canyon. The portage trails are generally easy to navigate and offer scenic views of the surrounding forest. Once you’ve completed the portages, you’ll launch your canoe on the Barron River and begin your paddle into Barron Canyon.
Entering Barron Canyon is a thrilling experience. The towering cliffs, which rise 100 meters above the river, create a dramatic setting that is one of the most iconic features of Algonquin Park. The narrow canyon walls, carved out of the Canadian Shield, are filled with rich vegetation and wildlife. Paddle through the gorge, taking in the stunning rock formations and looking out for birds of prey and other wildlife. The river flows through this geological wonder, offering a serene yet awe-inspiring paddle. We will then return to our camp in the High Falls Lake area.
Day 3: High Falls Lake → Grand Lake Achray Access Point
On your final day, paddle back across High Falls Lake towards the portage trail that will bring you back to Grand Lake. This is a peaceful leg of the journey, offering time for reflection and appreciation of the surrounding natural beauty. As you paddle, keep an eye out for wildlife along the shores.
The short portages will take you back to Grand Lake, where you’ll complete the final leg of your trip. Paddle across Grand Lake one last time to reach the Grand Lake Achray Access Point, where your canoe adventure concludes usually between 3-4 pm.
Please Note: In the interest of participant safety and well being the guide / instructor may alter the actual trip itinerary at their discretion.
Please Note: Prices and Itineraries are subject to change with notice on the Algonquin Canoe main web page. Once a booking is in place no price increases will be applied.
Booking: The booking requires a 30% deposit by Visa or Master Card with the balance due 30 days prior to trip departure.
These trip dates do sell out so please make your reservation soon to ensure you get the trip dates you would like