Natural Features

Over thousands of years, the Makobe River has cut a series of narrow canyons through Shield bedrock as it flows northward from the height-of-land to the town of Elk Lake. Highlights include numerous small waterfalls and scenic ravines. During summer, canoeing consists mainly of flatwater with some moving water, lining and numerous portages. In the high water levels of spring, many of the numerous rapids may be run as Class I and II by skilled whitewater paddlers.

Park Facilities and Activities

There are no visitor facilities. Only experienced backcountry travellers should attempt this river. Canoeists should be skilled and equipped to meet the demands of varying water and weather conditions. Topographic maps for navigation are essential.

Location: 28 kilometres south of Elk Lake. Access is by water only, through Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater Provincial Park. Air access via floatplane can also be arranged from Elk Lake.

For more information:
Finlayson Point Provincial Park
P.O. Box 38
Temagami, ON, P0H 2H0
(705) 569-3205