Barron Canyon — Local services in Unorganized South Nipissing

While the Barron Canyon view does provide height, the vantage point that is useful when viewing a water body, the overall experience is somewhat underwhelming given that the water flowing through the Barron river looks black and not turquoise blue as is usually the case with rivers in Rockies. The trek to the canyon is just 1/4 a km from the parking lot and with somewhat steep ascent, but not for long until you reach the first view point. There are 3-4 more viewpoints close by as you proceed on the circular trail. The edges are unprotected by any railings and therefore should not be used for selfies without putting yourself in danger as you would need to move close to the edge to have a meaningful photo with water down below 100 meters.

The drive itself to the parking lot is way off in the east end of the Algonquin park requiring long drive if you are coming from the west as is usually the case for most trails in the park. The drive also has dirt track 29 kms long into the parking lot, however wide enough for to and fro traffic. However get used to the oncoming cars blowing the plume of dust as it passes by you.

Overall a good but somewhat...

Fall visit to the north east side of Algonquin Park. Short 1.5km looped trail, easy walking for all ages with moderate slopes. Marked canyon viewing areas can be busy with other visitors taking photos. One should stop along trails and take in the forest growth and natures surroundings. Lots of large 100’ ancient pine trees. As well, Fungi season is upon us. Several different types of fungi, Lichens and scalpycaps are everywhere, just don’t touch or walk on please. Hundred meter Cliffs are dangerous for out of control dogs and children. Both should be on leashes, for safety sake or leave them at home. This is a rocky, bumpy forest trail, saw someone pushing and pulling a loaded stroller. Must have been...

This is a beautiful part of our province that everyone should visit if they have the opportunity.

It’s a short trail on the left on the way to Grand Lake.

Grand Lake is also beautiful.

If you have the chance to go all the way to Lake Traverse; that’s real wilderness.

Talk to Algonquin Portage if you require equipment rental (eg canoe).

They’ll even help you mount your rental on your roof.

If you want to experience back country canoeing the route from Achray to Squirrel Rapids via Grand-Stratton-Barron River is a good place to start.

It can be done in 2 or 3 days and there are plenty of beautiful options for...