Day Hikes
HIGHWAY 60 CORRIDOR

Whiskey Rapids Trail located at km 7.2 - 2.1km (1.5hours) moderate
This looped trail leads along the Oxtongue River to scenic Whiskey Rapids. The trail guide discusses the ecology and history of an Algonquin river.

Hardwood Lookout Trail located at km 13.8km - 0.8km (1 hour) moderate - This walk introduces the visitor to the ecology of a typical Algonquin hardwood forest and culminates in a fine view of Smoke Lake and the surrounding hills.

Mizzy Lake Trail located at km 15.4 - 11km (4-5 hours) moderate.
This trail requires an early start and a full day to do properly. It visits nine ponds and small lakes and affords some of the best chances to see wildlife in the Parkway Corridor. Dogs are not permitted on the trail.

Peck Lake Trail located at km 19.2 - 1.9km (1 hour) modeate.
This trail circumnavigates the shoreline of Peck Lake. The trail guide explores the ecology of a typical Algonquin lake.

Track and Tower Trail located at km 25km - 7.7km (3 hours) moderate - This looped trail features a spectacular lookout over Cache lake. An optional 5.5 km side trip follows an abandoned railway to Mew Lake.

Hemlock Bluff Trail located at km 27.2 - 3.5 km (2 hours) moderate.
This trail lead through a mixed forest to an impressive view of Jack Lake.

Bat Lake Trail located at km 30 - 5.6 km (2.5 hours) moderate
This looped trail introduces the hiker to basic park ecology while visiting a beautiful hemlock stand, a fine lookout, and acidic Bat Lake.

Two Rivers Trail located a km 31 - 2.1km (1 hour) moderate
This looped trail includes an easy climb to a pine-clad cliff.

Centennial Ridges Trail located at km 37.6 - 10 km (3-4 hours) strenuous - This demanding loop rewards the hiker with spectacular viewing along two high ridges.

Lookout Trail located at km 39.7 - 1.9km (1 hour) moderate
This trail is relatively steep and rugged but affords the hike with a magnificent view of several hundred square kilometres of Algonquin.

Booth's Rock Trail located at km 40.5 - 5.1 km (2 hours) moderate
This trail visits two lakes and a spectacular lookout, returning via n abandoned railway.

Spruce Bog Boardwalk located at km 42.5 - 1.5 km (1hour) easy
Several boardwalk sections in the looped trail give you an excellent close-up look of two typical northern black spruce bogs. The trail is located right off of the Highway 60 corridor, making it very accessible for bird watching.

Beaver Pond Trail located at km 45.2 - 2 km (1 hour) moderate
This trail provides excellent views of two beaver ponds.

EASTERN SECTION OF ALGONQUIN PARK:

Barron Canyon Trail located 10 km from the Sand Lake Gate entrance to the park and 35 km in total from the junction of the Barron Canyon Road and the Trans Canada Highway
1.5 km (1 hour) moderate
This trail leads to and runs along the north rim of the spectacular 100m deep Barron Canyon. The trail guide uses six stops to explain the formation and history of the canyon. Caution: This trail travels by an unfenced cliff, keep children and pets on a leash at all times.

Berm Lake Trail - This trail is accessed from the Achray Campgrount
4.5 km (2 hours) moderate
The trail circles Berm Lake and runs through pine and Oak forests typical of the area. A trail guide discusses the ecology of a pine forest.

NORTHERN SECTION OF THE PARK:

Brent Crater Trail - This trail is accessed from the Brent Campground
2 km (1.5 hours) strenuous
The Brent Crater was formed when a meteorite crashed to earth thousands of years ago. From a wooden observation tower overlooking the crater the trail descends to the crater floor before looping back to the starting point. Six stops interpretive relate some of the geological and historical significance of this unique feature.

BACKPACKING TRAILS
The interior of the park offers over 140 km of backpacking trails with designated campsites.

The Friends of Algonquin Park produce a map, Backpacking Trails of Algonquin Park which outlines all of the trails within the park. The map is available at all Park access points, main gates and bookstores. It is also available by contacting the Friends of Algonquin Park.