A favourite backcountry destination

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

In addition to serene flatwater, the Spanish River offers paddling for canoeists of intermediate skill level, with Class I and II rapids, lots of swifts and moving water. Explore the historic route of the Ojibwe, 18th century fur traders and turn of the century Forest Ranger Archie Belaney, later known as Grey Owl.

Find great backcountry paddling experiences at Ontario Parks. 

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.

Recommended Articles

Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes

So blue you won’t believe your eyes.

Paddling Laws

This is what you need to know about safety on the water in Ontario.

Easy River Tripping

The French River will delight canoeists of all ages.

Temagami Canoe Trip Guide

Expert advice for paddling in paradise.

Find Wilderness South of Algonquin

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

It's Time for a Paddle

Canoe and kayak rentals that are perfect for your next paddling adventure.

Best Sites on the French River

Where to stay on your canoe trip.

The Spanish River

Everything you need to plan your next canoe trip.

Temagami Canoe Trip Routes

6 top trip options.

Sun and Sand

Soak it up at the best Lake Huron beaches

Escape the Crowds

How to plan a Lake Superior Provincial Park canoe trip.

Killarney’s Most Beautiful Lakes

10 lakes you need to book a campsite on.

Mississagi River Canoe Trip

Find out how to paddle this famed wilderness river.

8 Unforgettable Lakes in Wabakimi Provincial Park

Which should you visit this summer?

Explore Ontario by Paddleboard

Find SUP rentals near you and get out on the water.

Songs About Canoeing

Kevin Callan shares his top 15 favourites.

10 Best All-Inclusive Canoe Trips

Go guided into the wilderness.

Get On The Water

Ontario paddling events for canoeists, kayakers, SUPers, and rafters in 2025.

Quetico’s Best Canoe Routes

Expert advice for exploring Canada’s top canoeing paradise.

Canoe on Georgian Bay

Everything you need to know.