Backcountry Canoe Tripping Principles

Backcountry canoeing tripping in Algonquin Park is an unforgettable experience. For the first time or novice canoe tripper, it may seem overwhelming to set out on your own backcountry experience. The information below will assist a first time or expert when preparing to head into Algonquin's backcountry.

Planning Your Trip

• What Time of the Year?
• Canoe Routes Network
  • Algonquin Park Canoe Routes Map
  • Difficultly of Routes
  • Rate Your Progress
  • Looking for Privacy?
  • Paddle In Campsites
  • Different Area, Different Landscapes
• What Will it Cost?
• Backcountry Reservations
• Ranger Cabins
• Choosing an Access Point
• Find an Outfitter or Guide
• Special Backcountry Regulations
  • Can and Bottle Ban
  • No Live Baitfish
• Cell Phones & Coverage
• Can & Bottle Ban
• Waste Management
• Staying Safe
• Leave No Trace Ethic
• Equipment
  • Canoes and Paddles
  • PFDs and Other Safety Equipment
  • Tents
  • Sleeping Bags and Mattresses
  • Clothing
  • Stoves and Cooking
  • Backpacks
  • Food
  • Drinking Water
  • Organized Trips

The Trip Itself

• Loading the Canoe and Getting In
• Paddling
• Portaging
• Making Camp
• Campfires & Safety
• Black Bear Safety
• If You Get Lost or Injured
• Windy or Stormy Weather
• Fishing
• Biting Insects
• No Live Baitfish
• Closed Roads
• Caching Canoes (or Boats)
• Motor Restrictions
• Leave No Trace

Algonquin Park Background

• Park Goals & Objectives
• Park Management
• Directions
• Weather
• This Season's Activities
• Astronomy & Geology
• Plants & Fungi
• Wildlife
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Insects
  • Mammals
  • Reptiles & Amphibians
• Cultural History
• Fees & Permits
• Backcountry Regulations
• FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)