This route runs along the Albany River, which is the longest river in Ontario! Because of its impressive size, the Albany River was used during the fur trade to transport furs from the centre of Ontario to Hudson Bay. This is a challenging and remote route is dotted with many rapids and even a couple of waterfalls, such as the mighty Upper Eskawa Falls! There are three smaller portages along the route to allow for safe passage of the waterfalls. To go from Patte lake to Miminiska Lake is approximately 35km (70km return). Travelling the Albany River is a long and challenging route not meant for the novice canoer but is worth the experience in the pristine Ontario wilderness.
Caddy lake canoe route is a very popular route in Whiteshell provincial park in Manitoba. The defining feature of the route is the two stretches of tunnels that paddlers get to travel through on the water. The entire route is only around 14km long and can be completed in a day. A day trip from the first tunnel and back usually takes about 4hrs to complete. If you want to stick around and see the scenery, there are also a couple of campsites to choose from all along the route.
It is recommended to arrive early if you want a campsite. The popularity of this route means that campsites often fill up quickly. The first tunnel is about 130m, and the second tunnel is 150m.
If you are lucky, you might see a bat or two perched in one of the tunnels. Don't worry if you're claustrophobic; there is plenty of headroom; you could definitely fit a car in one of these tunnels (As long as it wasn't underwater).
The caddy lake canoe route is also relatively easy to paddle and suitable for beginner paddlers and families.
The put-in site for the route starts either from the beach at either Caddy lake resort or green bay resort. Both resorts also offer canoe and equipment rentals if you need these for your trip.
To get to caddy lake from Winnipeg, follow HWY #1 until the turn off for HWY #44 and then follow this until you reach caddy lake resort. You may also wish to turn at Provincial road #312 if you want to go to Green Bay resort. Alternatively, you can follow HWY #15, turning Left at HWY #11 until HWY #44, then follow HWY #44 to Caddy Lake.
This trip will take approximately five days to complete. The Winnipeg river route allows paddlers an excellent opportunity to see lots of Winnipeg provincial park from the water level. This Route Is not as much of a pristine backwoods experience as some other routes in the area because it passes by many cottages and hydroelectric dams. However it still offers beautiful views while covering a large portion Winnipeg park.
This Route is intermediate in difficulty, care should be taken when portaging the six hydro dams along the route. Give yourself plenty of runway when taking your craft out of the water and make note of all warning signs.
The Winnipeg river route typically starts on Big whiteshell lake but serious adventurers can even begin their journey as far as lake of the woods in Kenora, Ontario. The route can then be followed all the way until lake Winnipeg. Arrangements can also be made for multiple pickup sites along the route.
A typical Whitesell river trip begins on White Lake in southern whiteshell provincial park and meanders its way up and into Nutimik Lake. This journey is about 30km and is straight forward for beginner river canoeists.
During late summer and fall, expect low water levels and multiple rapids. Some rapids can be run but others will require a short portage.
For a more challenging experience, advanced paddlers can start their journey in caddy lake and travel the 160km over six days to complete the full whiteshell river route.
This route is not the most secluded backwoods experience but offers great views of some of whiteshell provincial parks most famous lakes. The usual put-in site is the boat launch at white lake.
The Manigotagan lake route is a challenging canoe route that travels 70km down the Manigotagan River. For paddlers who would like a longer experience, it is also possible to start the route at long lake or Gem lake further south. If Traveling from Gem lake, you will see the Manigotagan river in its entirety but it will add about 50km to your total trip.
The Route is full of class 1–3 white water and should only be attempted by experienced canoers with proper Whitewater training and equipment. Along the Route, there are also at least 20 different portages (although short) to traverse rapids that are not possible by canoe.
The trip will take approximately five whole days to complete. The shorter, standard route starts on Quesnel Lake at a location called caribou landing, just before the Q lake fishing lodge. The Route then runs east towards lake Winnipeg and stops at the town of Manigotagan
There is a turn-off from highway 304 20min before the town of Bissett to get to Caribou landing. Watch out, this dirt road is quite rough, and only one lane so come prepared and make sure your vehicle has a spare tire, just in case.
War Eagle Lake route is a short lake hopping route located in Whiteshell provincial park.
The route starts at Breton Lake and continues first into Mud turtle lake and finally into War Eagle Lake. You can start the route at Breton Lake resort just off on highway MB 307.
The first portage from Breton Lake is straightforward, but the portage from Mud turtle lake into War Eagle Lake is known for being a tough slog through thick marsh and mud. This makes the journey more complex than other portages with a clear trailer; at least, it is only around 100m long.
Awaiting you on the other side is beautiful and quiet war eagle lake. There is good fishing to be had as the lake offers a perfect hideaway for pickerel, perch and smallmouth bass.
There are no fire-pits on war Eagle Lake, and it is illegal to have open fires in Whiteshell park, so make sure to come prepared with a camp stove and fuel to do your cooking.
Nestled on the east side of nopiming provincial park; The bird river canoe route is a favourite amongst canoeists in central Canada.
The Route starts just above the falls at Tulabi Lake. You are able to take the route as far as McGregor lake and even into Ontario, although this is not the standard. Expect to spend 3-6 days on the water.
The Route is moderately difficult and traversable by anyone of intermediate canoeing skill and ability. There are five portages along the Route, the longest being the portage into McGregor Lake, spanning about 500 metres. One of the portages is very easy, only covering a couple meters around a small set of rapids.
Most of the route passes through the sheltered area of Bird River but also be prepared for some more significant lake crossings. The route is accessible between May and September depending on water levels.
The Seagrim lake route is an excellent place for beginners to practice their skills and is still fun for experienced paddlers as a low-key weekend getaway.
The Route will take about three days to complete but can be less if you’re moving fast. Seagrim lake is actually the final lake in the Seargim lake chain. If you are looking for a shorter trip, you don’t have to portage into Seagrim lake at all.
There are 11 backwoods campsites spread out around Elton lake and two small unnamed lakes that are part of the Seagrim chain. There is actually no camping permitted on Seagrim lake itself because it is a protected bird sanctuary. It is wise to arrive early as campsites can fill up quickly during the high season given the accessibility of the route.
You will find three short portages between the lakes and another short walk to get your canoe in the water from the parking lot at the start of the route. The portages are clearly marked with a portage sign and are easy to find.
This is a very scenic canoe route through Pinetree Lake in Ontario. **It begins at the main access point which can be accessed by parking at the Lakeview Park launch.** Paddling north, you will enter a winding river full of natural beauty. Here you will paddle past tall pines, cedar and other trees. Along the way you will see many animals such as Loons, Canada Geese and various waterfowl. In addition, you will also have a chance to see several beaver dams and lodges. As you navigate through the lake and river, be sure to take your time and enjoy all of the sights and sounds. This route also offers some great fishing spots, so bring your rod and take a few chances. Once you make it to the end, you can take a swim or just relax and take in the view. This route will bring you back to where you started from and you will have completed a relaxing and enjoyable loop paddle on Pinetree Lake.
The Hogan Lake/Lake La Muir Canoe Route is a beautiful route located in central Algonquin provincial park. The route typically takes 3 – 5 days to complete; the route totals 65km of paddling. The shorter trip time is achievable by taking a water taxi to the start of the Proulx lake portage. Water taxis are available from either Algonquin Outfitter or Opeongo Outfitters.
This route is considered intermediate difficulty with ten portages along the route. Be aware that there is an intimidatingly long 3,750m portage from Big crow lake into Hogan lake, closer to the end of the loop. The route starts off Highway 60 at the Opeongo Lake Access point.
The Experiential lakes route Is a fun a lake loop that traverses the Experiential lakes chain about 50km southwest of Kenora, Ontario. The Experiential lakes region was created in 1968 as a testing ground to observe the ecological effects of artificially polluting the lakes with substances such as nitrogen and prosperous. These experiments were meet by some controversy by the public but are considered by the scientific community to be invaluable for advancing studies in global warming, acidification and ozone depletion.
The route will take approximately three Days to complete, even just two with a group of strong paddlers. You will find signs for the turn-off heading east on the trans-Canada highway past Kenora. Once you reach the turn off, you will find the typical put-in site is on the left-hand side of a culvert bridge crossing the access road.
The route is relatively short but be prepared for many short portages and one dozy of a portage nicknamed the "Devil's Staircase", Where you will be expected to carry your canoe and gear 100m up a steep hill. This route is not terribly difficult otherwise and offers great scenic views of this historical area.
