Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes
Waters so blue you won’t believe your eyes.
By Virginia Marshall
Explore the largest park south of Algonquin
Local outfitters offer exceptional services for guided or self-guided adventures. #PaddleON
Kawartha Highlands has over 100 backcountry campsites spread over six recommended loops. Campsites can only be reached by canoe and most require portaging to access them. To maintain the wilderness atmosphere, the use of radios is prohibited.
- Anstruther Lake Marina (Canoe and kayak rentals)
- Long Lake Lodge (Canoe and kayak rentals)
- Adventure Outfitters (Lakefield)
- Kawartha Outfitters (Seagrave)
- Trips and Tails Adventure Outfitting (Bancroft)
- Wild Rock Outfitters (Peterborough)
Discover great backcountry paddling adventures at Ontario Parks.
For information on park fees and reservations, click here.
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