Total Number of Lakes Paddled: 355 Started the fire to get breakfast and coffee going. The site is fairly compact. You were on macintosh as an eight year old. One portage, a pleasant paddle, and one easy lift-over later, I found myself at Tom Thomson Lake enjoying a lunch of KD and taking in the glittering waters. A staircase led up to a flat site on top of what felt like an esker. Gradually the clouds broke up, and the wind grew. C.U.E. The shoreline on this site is rocky and there’s an immediate uphill, so you have to balance yourself when getting out of the boat/unloading. There are six interior campsites scattered around this remote Algonquin Park lake. Carl Wilson Lake 143. Fire pit directly in front. Black flies were few. On the flat top of the island, red pines provided an excellent spot to hang my hammock for the night. Tent sites: Three good ones, all close to the fire pit. This time we began our trip from what may be the most popular launch in the whole park, Canoe Lake located right off the highway 60 corridor. Acres: 1430.3. Perley Lake 131. This was a week long spring fishing trip, going for Algonquin Park Brook and Lake Trout. I took my time paddling up the shore of the lake toward the narrows, in the shadow of White Trout's cliffs, trying to avoid the strong sunshine. I stayed on this site in August, 2017. Friends of Algonquin I took my time paddling up the shore of the lake toward the narrows, in the shadow of White Trout's cliffs, trying to avoid the strong sunshine. I pushed out into the last stretch of creek before Grassy Bay. I stopped to chat with a group of British campers. Cedar Lake 135. Fry Lake 138. So coming around a bend in the creek, I was shocked to see another soloist. Ontario Fish ON-Line. The portages were easy walks, well-maintained with new boardwalks. Total Distance Covered: 1052.9 KM That is 86% higher than the average asking price of $510,000 found across all Algonquin Highlands properties for sale. The weather was warm but not too sweaty. Views: Absolutely spectacular sunset view. It'll be worth it. But instead, I received a cold welcome to Big Trout Lake. It was hell. The site is fairly compact. I wanted to take my time and explore more of this big lake. I hadn't spoken to anyone since the portage at McIntosh Lake, although I had seen a canoe in the distance on Big Trout. Ontario Fish ON-Line. Now after 9 trips, I have a good sense of central and southern Algonquin. The site just as quickly dropped on the other side to reveal the lake's northern expanse. On White Trout Lake, we headed for the campsites on the East side. I quickly crossed to Ink Lake's outlet. … While I stood frozen to the dam, he ran past me along the grassy bank, eventually stomping into the water ahead of me. A quick three day interior trip with friends from Canoe Lake to Opeongo. Lake Information; Trip Reports; Campsites; Portages; Fish; Photos; You can click on the campsites, portages, and lakes on the map to go to their respective pages. Sunfish Lake 132. Day 5 – White Trout Lake to McIntosh Lake It was sad waking up on Day 5 since it meant leaving the island, which easily became one of my favourite campsites in Algonquin. The lake was glass and the skies were overcast, as I toured the empty lake and her islands. Camp Five Lake 141. Total Number of Trips: 33. The short stretch of McIntosh Creek between the portages was a lot of fun, with some current and some rocks to avoid. There’s a great spot just up from the shoreline to set up your camp chair and watch the sun go down. White Trout Lake Campsite #6 in Algonquin Park | Campsite Report White Trout Lake – Campsite #6 Midway through White Trout Lake and nestled on the eastern shore is this cozy little campsite. Another tent site behind fire pit to left. The bush to the left shook and a huge bull moose emerged less than fifteen feet away! As a second choice, it worked out pretty well. Seems … FAQAA – Frequently Asked Questions About Algonquin. The rest of the day I spent with my black fly buddies, as I ascended twisty Otterslide Creek and her many beaver dams and portages. One kayak, two canoes, and three amazing days in the park. Little Cedar Lake 146. Fire pit in front left, one tent site just behind the campsite sign tree. The next day was the same story .. high winds and waves. I came to it at the end of a long day, and to be honest it was my second choice. They preferred to use motor boats on the countless lakes. Algonquin Canoe Trip, Algonquin Park, Big Trout Lake. Lake Information; Trip Reports; Campsites; Portages; Fish; Photos; You can click on the campsites, portages, and lakes on the map to go to their respective pages. As I exited the canoe to stand on the dam, a loud snort broke the silence. Randy from Algonquin Outfitters helped Jen and I to choose our route, and made some campsite suggestions too. Bartlett Lake 3. Drawbacks: None that I can think of. Grassy Bay was a long paddle, especially when the adrenaline rush of seeing the moose wore off. You need a good guide here, but the trip is spectacular. Number of New Lakes Paddled: 218 For the first time, I was going to do single-portages, if I could. There are also some big fish here, with brookies found to 45 cm (18 in) and lakers up to 65 cm (26 in). 2 This is the inverse of C.U.E. Fry Lake 138. Sunfish Lake 132. The fire pit is about twenty paces from the water, and there are three tent sites within ten to twenty paces of that. It’s been fun cooking everything on the fire. C.U.E. Next morning the lake was glass. It’s a great spot for a solo traveller or smaller group. Apart from that, there are three decent log benches built in a crescent around the fire pit. The mysterious black waters, the boreal-style ecosystem, the feeling of speed that the close banks provide, the need to time your turns as the narrow river twists, all make the Ink River one of my favourite spots in the park. It was a beautiful evening, with the sun still shining and strong winds banishing the flies. So I finally made it to Otterslide. High winds caused me problems, trapping me in camp for many hours on occasion, but single portaging made up for lost time. Aster Pond 2. The birds where chirping all around. Watch Queue Queue. Despite being a 7,630 square kilometre protected area, Algonquin's native fisheries are under threat. White Trout Lake Campsite #9 in Algonquin Park | Campsite Report White Trout Lake – Campsite #9 This is the ‘horseshoe’ island on White Trout Lake, in the south of the lake. White Trout Lake Campsite #1 in Algonquin Park | Campsite Report White Trout Lake – Campsite #1 I originally saw this site from a distance in 2017 and thought it looked nice, so when I had a permit again for White Trout Lake in 2019, I decided to check it out. There was no canoe flipping for me. There’s a rise from the water to the fire pit/tent area, but after the initial clamber up from the shore, it’s not overly steep. Red Pine Bay 129. Big Trout 127. I managed to launch the boat and with a lot of effort and careful timing, I rounded a point into the south bay, where the waves were less crazy. Little Cedar Lake 146. Despite what you might think, people in Northern Ontario (where he came from) didn't do much canoeing. This was my second time camping on the lake, and even on my second try, I … A beaver walked right through the campsite! "Umm, June canoe trip? Ravenau Lake 136. While White Trout Bay has no properties currently on the market, the city of Algonquin Highlands has 12 properties on the market. Everyone has their personal preferences when it comes to campsites, and this island was basically my ideal site. To make things worse, every campsite I stopped at had trees in the wrong places for my hammock, or had giant widow-makers ready to fall on top of me while I slept. On a high, I sat admiring the lake until the sun went down on the longest day of the year. Coveo Lake 10. The terrain underwater is rocky, so watch your step. Glacier Lake 140. Here are a few Algonquin Park sites and blogs that I’ve really enjoyed/found very useful. Small world). I had seen Big Trout (at the top of the map) in 2013. Burntroot Lake 130. It’s a great spot for a solo traveller or smaller group. From a rocky islet ahead, two gulls came skimming along the surface of the water. It was sunny and gusty by the time I found a campsite on White Trout Lake, on a long narrow C-shaped island that divides the lake. The lake was calm and there was just a slight breeze. Ravenau Lake 136. The next morning, I woke up excited to leave familiar routes and explore some new (to me) territory. Cradle Lake 11. Ironwood Lake 144. Eventually I ran out of lake, and settled on the island opposite the portage to Baby Joe Lake. It ought to be given a rest for ten years or so. The underwater terrain is also rocky. On our last two trips in Algonquin we started from the north, our first from Kiosk, while the other was from Brent. Bonfield Lake 6. Total Portage Distance: 218.915KM And I'd discovered that June provides fantastically long days of paddling, and quiet uncrowded lakes. A 6 day solo trip in early September in Algonquin Park. The next morning dawned glorious and sunny. The lakes left behind were deep, coldwater lakes situated on hard granite. White Trout 126. I'd done a double carry from Canoe to Joe, just to warm up. The first real challenge loomed .. the 2390m portage to Ink Lake. It'll be worth it." From Canoe Lake, I had been up the west side chain of lakes as far as Timberwolf in 2014. Perley Lake 131. The average asking price of a property in the area around white-trout-bay is $950,986, with an approximate mortgage of $3,471 per month*. There’s a clear path that splits off north from the site, just past the grassy tent spot. My plan was to just go to Big Trout Lake. Camp Five Lake 141. Camp Five Lake 141. Day Three: White Trout to Big Trout. Seeing Algonquin Park. Narrowbag Lake 134. This is a trip that heads in to White Partridge Lake, but avoids the grueling 14 kilometer portage to get there by taking a wagon pulled by a pair of horses. Cedar Lake 135. Finally reaching Otterslide Lake, I made a white-knuckle crossing to the big island and hunkered down out of the wind, which had suddenly sprung up again. Little Cedar Lake 146. More paddling time, less portaging. Thunderbox: Well away from the site and in great shape. They were leaving early because the bugs were so bad. He recalls portaging into Otterslide from Happy Isle. Algonquin Adventures Probably one of my favourite aspects of this site. Like Liked by 1 person. Acres: 3816.5. Longer Lake 128. After a few steps, I breathed a sigh of relief. Big Trout 127. Fire Pit: Well built and well protected from the wind, despite the fact that the site is fairly open to the elements. I launched at Canoe Lake, where a tailwind propelled me north. Location/Terrain: Located at about the midpoint of the lake, the first site on the eastern shore, just north of the narrowing between the two island sites. Varley Lake 142. Carl Wilson Lake 143. I visited 5 beautiful lakes, which I pretty much had to myself, the scenery was spectacular, the weather was nice, the wildlife was cooperative and the solitude was a welcome respite from the crowds of the long weekend. Jeff’s Map Tour du Park No portages. 1 This is the Catch per Unit of Effort, the number of trout reported caught per rod hour of fishing. As I was preparing dinner, I had my second animal encounter. Planning a canoe trip in Algonquin Park can be tedious. State/Province: ON. Ravenau Lake 136. It was doable, if a bit uncomfortable. I was really hoping to get site number 8, but that was already taken (by a guy I know through Instagram, it turned out afterwards. I started at Magnetawan and went through the Petawawa to Misty, White Trout for a few nights, McIntosh, and then back to Magnetawan. He'd been photographing a bug in the canoe! Will they be nice? Fishing can be good at times for both brook and lake trout. Algonquin Park is home to one of the world's highest concentrations of natural Brook Trout lakes. I could hardly wait to tell my dad I'd made it to Otterslide Lake. When they got there, my dad took one look and declared, "It's just another g&%$#n lake!" 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