Backcountry Paddling and Hiking in Ontario Parks

Explore the wild lands and waters of Ontario Parks’ backcountry with an unparalleled paddling or hiking adventure. Whether you are an avid adventurer or new to backcountry tripping, Ontario Parks has the experience you are looking for.

Backcountry travel requires some specialized skills and safety is of the utmost importance. Park staff and local outffitters/adventure companies offer exceptional planning and outfitting services for guided or unguided trips.

If you don't want to camp for all or any of your backcountry adventure, you can stay in rustic comfort at unique lodges or cabins and do day paddling or hiking trips.

To find out more about services for each park, click on the Park name below.   

NORTHWEST ONTARIO 

ALGOMA COUNTRY  

NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO

EXPLORERS' EDGE

THE GREAT WATERWAY

ONTARIO'S HIGHLANDS

KAWARTHAS NORTHUMBERLAND

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Explore the wild lands and waters of Ontario Parks’ backcountry with an unparalleled paddling or hiking adventure. Whether you are an avid adventurer or new to backcountry tripping, Ontario Parks has the experience you are looking for.

Backcountry travel requires some specialized skills and safety is of the utmost importance. Park staff and local outffitters/adventure companies offer exceptional planning and outfitting services for guided or unguided trips.

If you don't want to camp for all or any of your backcountry adventure, you can stay in rustic comfort at unique lodges or cabins and do day paddling or hiking trips.

To find out more about services for each park, click on the Park name below.   

NORTHWEST ONTARIO 

ALGOMA COUNTRY  

NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO

EXPLORERS' EDGE

THE GREAT WATERWAY

ONTARIO'S HIGHLANDS

KAWARTHAS NORTHUMBERLAND