A rugged landscape of ancient hills and sparkling waters

Local outfitters offer exceptional services for guided or self-guided adventures. #PaddleON

Mississagi offers excellent hiking with amazing lookouts. Hike to the top of Bear Mountain and camp with a spectacular view. Enjoy excellent trout fishing. Paddle the pristine lakes and choose one of five private backcountry sites.

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For information on park fees and reservations, click here.

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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