Hidden Gems: Best New Canoe Routes
Guidebook author Kevin Callan’s favourite picks.
By Kevin Callan
Northern Backcountry Bliss
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Wakami Lake offers an incredible northern camping experience. Choose from five canoe-in backcountry campsites along the perimeter of Wakami Lake.
Find great backcountry paddling experiences at Ontario Parks.
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