Barron Canyon Trail — Attraction in Unorganized South Nipissing

Barron canyon is a beautiful site to behold, every bit on par with the Niagara gorge or even the canyons around Lake Superior. There are trail guides in English and French near the entrance for free use (or paid keeping) which explain the natural history of what you are seeing, but for the most part the setting itself will put any words to shame. Of particular note to the botanical minded is a bonus feature in the form of a rather extensive Eastern hemlock (Tsuga canadensis) grove one passes through on the trail (pictured), and of course the cold climate species clinging to the south rock face in the persistent shade. If you are traveling the country across the trans-Canada highway and want to include Algonquin but don't want to stray too far off the beaten path of the route, this is a relatively easy jaunt from 17. For those more familiar with the 60 corridor looking to expand some windshield tourism beyond the crowds and venture in Algonquin east, this trail offers the perfect examples of the dramatic elevation changes and pine forests found in this part...

Steep walk up the trail, be sure to wear proper shoes! I had my crocs on, as we had just been canoeing nearby... It was a bit slippery and could have been easily avoided if I had known. Be sure to grab a trail guide--they are beautifully illustrated and include well written stories and maps about the trail. Be sure to return them or to pay at the front though, these sorts of things aren't cheap! It's a small fee for something so lovingly made that accompanies such a breathtaking spot. It really is something special.

I visited here in the summer with some friends, and we had the trail all to ourselves as the sun began to sink into late afternoon. It was a very strange time in my life. I think I will remember the view for a...

What a beautiful trail! It is short, a loop of just 1.5 km, or roughly 1 mile. The ascent is constant and a little breathtaking, if you don't have enough stamina. But it is worthy, because the views from the top of the cliffs down to the river are breathtaking themselves! It was pretty busy in October when we visited, I can only imagine in summer... Please pay attention to the cliffs as there are no safety rails, and they shouldn't be. Common sense is required and good management of children and pets. A place we will...