Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes
So blue you won’t believe your eyes.
By Virginia Marshall
Northern Backcountry Bliss
Local outfitters offer exceptional services for self-guided adventures. #PaddleON
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.
For information on park fees and reservations, click here.
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