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White River Route (4-6 days) intermediate
Start at White Lake Provincial Park for a trip down the scenic White River to Pukaskwa National Park and Lake Superior. Rated one of the ten best canoe trips in Ontario by Outdoor Canada Magazine, this route features Class 1,2 and 3 whitewater rapids (with portages) and waterfalls. (Umbata Falls is the highest at 100'.)
Note: Begetekong Power Corporation is beginning construction of a hydro electric project at Umbata Falls in the summer of 2006. Paddlers should use caution when approaching the area. Please follow signs on site. For more information, contact White Lake Provincial Park at (807) 822-2447.
All paddlers must register-in with Pukaskwa National Park before starting their trip. Permits are required for the days traveling within Pukaskwa National Park.
You should do so either in person or by phoning the Park at (807)229-0801 ext. 242. Be prepared to take 15-20 minutes to:
- Provide information on your party, trip, equipment, vehicles, and emergency contact.
- Pay applicable fees to purchase your backcountry permit. The Park accepts VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, debit card, cash, or traveler’s cheque.
- Receive a mandatory backcountry orientation.
Upon completion of your trip, all parties must register-out by completing a BACKCOUNTRY RETURN REGISTRATION FORM at Hattie Cove in Pukaskwa National Park.
For further information please follow the link to Pukaskwa National Park
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