
Backcountry Paddling and Hiking in Ontario Parks
Start planning your backcountry adventure today!

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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