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🏕 New Trip Report: Nearly 100 km Down the Nipissing River
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Hello Reader, Welcome to the first day of May! Now that paddling season is upon us, I'm resuming my weekly newsletter showcasing lesser-known destinations - and lesser-known routes in popular destinations - for backcountry camping. We'll start this series with the Nipissing River. Although it stretches some ~100 km through Algonquin Park, the Nipissing River contains some of the park's least frequently travelled sections. So if you want Algonquin, but want to avoid the craziness of Hwy 60, read on. ​Nipissing River: Tim River to Cedar Lake (4 days / 97 km)​Quick Facts​
Starting at Tim River Access Point and finishing at Cedar Lake, this 97 km route follows the meandering Nipissing River through one of the most remote sections of Algonquin Park. It’s a great spring or fall route, especially if you’re hoping to land a Brook Trout or two. Although this specific route was completed in 4 days, most people will feel more comfortable with 6–7 days for a more relaxed pace. This route requires a shuttle or two vehicles and includes a few long portages—so it’s best for paddlers with some backcountry experience. But if you’re up for a challenge, this one really delivers: wildlife sightings, winding marshland, and campsites that feel truly off the beaten path. “The Nipissing River will not disappoint you if you have a thirst for adventure in the backcountry.” Highlights from the report:
This report was written by Isaiah, a new contributor to the site. He does a lot of tripping, so I'm sure we'll see a few more reports from him in the not-so-distant future. Have a wonderful weekend everyone and, as always, happy adventuring! Mikaela 🛶 Join Trip Reports: Get access to more than 215 detailed reports, plus the interactive Route Planner, to make trip planning easier. Click here to join!​ 💰 Get Paid to Write Trip Reports: Want to contribute to our growing collection of comprehensive trip reports and make some money to fund your camping adventures? Click here to learn more and send in your route!​ 🌲 Support Conservation Efforts: Excess proceeds from membership fees go towards supporting "Friends of..." organizations so they can keep our parks in good condition. |
Mikaela | Voyageur Tripper
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Hello Reader! Now that the camping season has slowed and I have more time on my hands again, I'll go back to sharing my semi-regular dose of outdoor adventure (a mix of destination spotlights and trip reports, planning tips and outdoor education). This report is brought to you by Isaiah (Canoes Camping Cocktails on Instagram) and is a classic weekend route in Algonquin Provincial Park. Short-ish distance, good rest day exploration and surprising solitude and wildlife potential, given its...
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