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Great birding and incredible fishing

Explore the favourite haunt of Grey Owl, renowned conservationist.
By Trish Manning Trish Manning is an adventure travel writer and the content coordinator for Ontario Outdoor Adventures.
April 12, 2023

Discover the many historic stories of this island-studded lake. Enjoy incredible flatwater paddling and great fishing.

You can paddle to many large lakes via a few short portages for extended paddling trips. Access is by road or train.  #PaddleON

There are no paddle outfitting services offered within this Park.  It is recommended that you bring your own gear and supplies for your self-guided backcountry trip. Ontario Parks staff can assist you with planning your trip. 

Lodge-based Paddling Adventures

Grey Owl Camps

Fly-in Adventures 

Sudbury Aviation 

Northeastern Ontario – Regional Travel Information

Discover great backcountry paddling adventures at Ontario Parks.

For information on park fees and reservations, click here.

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About Trish Manning

Trish Manning is an adventure travel writer and the content coordinator for Ontario Outdoor Adventures. She is an avid outdoor person who loves to hike, paddle, SUP, snowshoe, cross-country ski and explore Ontario's great outdoors with her golden retriever, Daisy.

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