Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes
So blue you won’t believe your eyes.
By Virginia Marshall
Backcountry for Beginners
Local outfitters offer exceptional services for guided or self-guided adventures. #PaddleON
Grundy Lake offers endless canoeing and kayaking adventures, excellent swimming and hiking. Common bird sightings include the Common Loon, Broad-winged Hawk, Ruffed Grouse, Great Blue Heron and Great-horned Owl.
Discover great backcountry paddling adventures at Ontario Parks.
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