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Winter Guide Algonquin Park 2019 Detailed map of Highway 60 and ski trails inside ALGONQUIN WINTER GUIDE he mood of Algonquin in winter is very SAFETY IN WINTER different from the summer scene familiar We advise against ice travel, as ice toT most Park visitors. On clear, frosty days after conditions vary and hazards are difficult a fresh snowfall, there are breathtaking views of to detect. frozen lakes ringed by snow-covered conifers. On day trips, monitor your time Although many animals are hibernating, winter and progress to allow enough time to is still the best time of year to see signs of get back to your vehicle before dark. wildlife such as tracks of deer, moose, marten, Although Park staff do some limited A park permit is required and it fisher, otter, fox, and wolves – and occasionally patrols during the winter months, must be visibly displayed on the the animals themselves. Winter can be an your safety in Algonquin Park is dash of your vehicle at all times. excellent time to see some of the northern ultimately YOUR responsibility. bird specialties found here such as Canada Jay, Be prepared! Check the weather Information Boreal Chickadee or Spruce Grouse. before you plan your trip. Information (including all Algonquin Park As a visitor to Algonquin Park, there publications) is available, during business are activities unique to the season and this For additional information check: hours, at the East and West Gates and brochure will help you plan your trip. However, GENERAL PARK INFORMATION the Visitor Centre; by calling the Park the winter season also presents some serious East and West Gates: FM102.7 Information Office; or by checking online. safety challenges and someone unprepared WEATHER Algonquin Park Information: could find themselves in trouble. www.weatheroffice.gc.ca 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (705) 633-5572 Mailing Address Algonquin Provincial Park P.O. Box 219, Whitney, ON, K0J 2M0 Park Administration: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (613) 637-2780 Ontario Provincial Police (OPP): 1-888-310-1122 Ambulance Barry’s Bay .......(613) 756-3090 Huntsville .........(705) 789-9694 To Report Natural Resources Violations 1-877-TIPS-MNR • 1-877-847-7667 KILOMETRE CELL PHONE MARKERS SERVICE Use these markers Limited along to locate park Highway 60 facilities. West and trails. Gate is at km 0. HAYLEIGH CONWAY www.ontarioparks.com • www.algonquinpark.on.ca Section Closed Linda Lake Opeongo Algonquin Park in Winter Lake Arowhon Road HIGHWAY 60 CORRIDOR (not maintained in winter) BELYEA GORD The only part of Algonquin that can be easily visited in winter is along Polly Highway 60 which travels 56 kilometres across the Park’s southwestern corner. Lake Minnesing Ski Trail (18.4 kms Wilderness Ski Trails The highway is ploughed and sanded all winter. There is limited cell phone not groomed or trackset) THE FRIENDS OF ALGONQUIN PARK coverage along the highway and very limited to no coverage off the highway. Mizzy Lake Heated washrooms are located at the West Gate, East Gate, (no dogs allowed) Canoe Lake Mew Lake Campground and at the Visitor Centre during business hours. Canisbay Two Rivers Store Bat Lake LEV FRID Lake Two (closed in winter) The locations of outdoor privies are indicated on the inside map. Source Lake Rivers Gasoline, groceries, and lodging are only available outside the Park Hemlock Bluff Lake of Two Rivers km km during winter months. 15 20 km km km Peck Lake 25 30 35 A small selection of snowshoe rentals are available from the East Found Big Pines Lake Jake Lake of Two Rivers and West Gates (on a first-come, first served basis). Outfitters located Lake Mew Lake Lookout Spruce Bog Hardwood Cache Lake Campground outside the park also rent winter equipment (skis, snowshoes, Track & Tower km Boardwalk Opeongo Road Lookout Historic Site Skating Rink Pog 40 km 45 camping equipment, etc.) Exhibit L Vehicles left overnight on the shoulder of Highway 60 Provoking Lake Brewer Smoke Lake Beaver Lake may be ticketed by the Ontario Provincial Police and Pond towed away at the owner’s expense. Do not park Tea Lake Cache Lake Algonquin Visitor Centre Centennial in unmaintained parking lots. Exhibits • Café Old Railway Ridges Bookstore & Nature Shop km 10 km Multi-use Trail Viewing Deck 50 Highland (Cache Lake to Rock Lake - 16 kms) Western Uplands (19 & 35 km loops) Rock Lake Road Algonquin (32, 55 & 88 km loops) Whitefish (not maintained in winter) Logging Lake Museum Oxtongue River Exhibit Trail km 5 WEST Leaf Lake Ski Trail GATE Mew Lake Campground (45 km - groomed and trackset) Outdoor km Exhibit Trail 56 EAST GATE Mew Lake Campground (km 30.6) is situated in a coniferous forest Rock setting dominated by beautiful White Pine on the shore of Mew Lake. Lake 45.537182, -78.264907 RANDY MITSON Campsites 1–33 and yurts are available for reservations while the 45.442166º -78.820229º Recommended Winter Trails on Highway 60 • Easy • • Moderate • • • Difficult remainder of the sites are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Fen Lake Ski Trail A heated comfort station offers flush toilets, showers and laundry. (18 km - groomed and trackset) TRAIL NAME LENGTH RATING TIME (hrs) FEATURES See back cover for details. LEGEND Mizzy Lake 10.8 km ••• 6 ponds; wetlands; NO DOGS allowed Whether you are camping, or visiting for the day, Mew Lake offers an Information Cafe Track and Tower 7.5 km ••• 4 scenic lookout; abandoned railway outdoor skating rink (late December to March weather permitting), and Hemlock Bluff 3.5 km •• 2 mixed forest; view of Jack Lake access to the multi-use Old Railway Bike Trail (walking, snowshoeing, Fee Collection Picnic Ground cross-country skiing or fat biking). Flush Toilet Campground Bat Lake 5.8 km ••• 3.5 hemlock stand; lookout; acidic Bat Lake flat multi-use trail good for cross country skiing, Vault Toilet Birdwatching Old Railway Bike Trail 16 km • - snowshoeing and fat biking Telephone Lookout pine-clad cliff; recommended as an intermediate Two Rivers 2.3 km •• 1.5 Wheelchair Accessible Snowshoeing snowshoe trail northern spruce bogs; also recommended as a Dogsledding Spruce Bog Boardwalk 1.5 km • 1 Algonquin Visitor Centre Visitor Centre staging area beginner snowshoe trail outdoor exhibits on logging history, also recommended Algonquin Logging Museum 1.3 km • 1 Ski Trail as a beginner snowshoe trail The Algonquin Park Visitor Centre has world class exhibits on the Park’s natural Recommended Trail (day) Additional Trails on Highway 60 (conditions permitting) • Easy • • Moderate • • • Difficult and human history, a full restaurant (weekends only), an art room and an Backpacking Trail (overnight) TRAIL NAME LENGTH RATING TIME (hrs) FEATURES excellent bookstore and nature shop operated by The Friends of Algonquin Bike Trail Algonquin Logging Museum Park. A theatre presentation sums up the Park story and then takes you out Hardwood Lookout 1.0 km •• 0.75 scenic lookout to the viewing deck from where you can admire a breathtaking Algonquin lake shoreline trail; also recommended as an landscape panorama. The bird feeders located below the deck are a highlight Peck Lake 2.3 km •• 1.5 intermediate snowshoe trail (limited parking) in winter. A replica Fire Tower cupola offers Although the reception building is Weekdays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Centennial Ridges 10.4 km ••• 6 high ridges; scenic lookout (road closed in winter) closed in the winter, the 1.3 km outdoor an alternative view of the Sunday Creek (limited services) valley (weather permitting). Weekdays in Lookout 2.1 km •• 1.5 scenic lookout exhibit trail is open year-round and Weekends and Holidays: excellent to hike or snowshoe while winter, a small selection of light snacks 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Big Pines 2.9 km •• 2 old growth White Pine; remains of 1880s logging camp PETER FERGUSON exploring the exhibits showcasing and drinks are available for purchase See algonquinpark.on.ca for Beaver Pond 2.0 km •• 1.5 views of two beaver ponds the rich logging history of the Park. courtesy of The Friends of Algonquin Park. more information. (613) 637-2828 ISTOCK Winter Actvities in Algonquin Park Interpretive Trails Accommodations Plan ahead and purchase your trail guide No lodges operate in Algonquin Park during booklets online, or during business hours at the the winter. Yurts are available for rent at Mew East and West Gates and the Visitor Centre. Lake Campground. Yurts are eight-sided, Parking is available at most of the self-guided tent-like structures mounted on a wooden interpretive trails. However, from late October deck floor. These structures can sleep up to to early May, trails are not maintained, and 6 people and are accessible by vehicle. Yurts guide booklets are removed from trailhead have electric heat, lighting, and are situated dispensers due to severe weather conditions. on a campsite with a 15A & 30A receptacle. Know your limitations… They are furnished with bunk beds, table, • Allow enough time to be back to your chairs, outdoor fire pit and picnic table. No vehicle before dusk. dogs permitted. Yurt rentals are available by • During the winter months, do not start out reservation only at 1-888-668-7275. on any trail after 3:00 p.m. Backcountry Camping • Wear appropriate footwear and clothing for Camping in the Park Backcountry the time of year (ice grips/snowshoes may be is permitted; however, winter backcountry required). Trails may be icy. camping is not permitted on designated Cross-country Skiing summer campsites nor within 30 metres of a See insert for details. lakeshore, trail, or portage. We recommend that you camp in low, sheltered areas where there Snowshoeing is a good supply of standing dead firewood for Snowshoeing enthusiasts can go virtually warmth and cooking.
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