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In planning my next trip, I would like to spend a day in Algonquin provincial park to practice canoeing. I searched on the web but it would seem that they rent only for two days minimum. Have you ever rent a canoe for half day in the park? I am interested by any informations Thanks.

I apologize for calling it camping - we're in an r.v. (cottage on wheels). We're planning our 1st trip to Algonquin this summer. Someone, who we have no way of contacting anymore, once told us that he stayed at Alg. in his r.v. and near that campground was a spot where you could jump into the water from the high rock on shore. Sound familiar to anyone? thanks.

Hello to everyone, i'm actually working to prepare a canoe trip in the Park for a group of 10 adults campers for 4 days during the month of september and i have some questions. It would be very kind if anybody could give me some answsers. - We would like to stay all 10 together for the overnight camping but it seems that it's forbidden. Should we split our group ? What is the best solution ? - Wich itinerary could you advice ? We would like to have the most wilderness trip that it could be and we would like to see some animals if it's possible. - Is it very tiring ? We have some girls in our group and they are not very strong, is that a problem ? - Wich canoe renting company do you advice and should we take a tour with a guide ? Thank's in advance for all your answers. Have a nice day. Jay.

I've been camping in Algonquin for 15 or so years, but I've mainly stuck to Rock and Opeongo. A couple of times I've noticed two adjecent sites that were close enough to be connected by a short (30 or 40 foot) path. I'm looking to find a lake where there are two such sites close to each other. If possible, a lake where there are a few clusters of two sites next to each other (in case one is occupied when we arrive) I realize that this is rare in Algonquin interior camping, but I've seen them a few times. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Hello In July 2008, we will be in Algonquin and would like to canoe. We are 2 adults, 2 children (12 and 10). Perhaps another family with the same make-up will join us. Forgive me if some of the questions have obvious answers or I am not using the correct jargon. I have surfed the internet quite abit for recommended routes but I am absolutely overwhelmed with the detail available, and finding it tough to sift through the volume of material. So some personal recommendations would really be welcome. Some questions: 1. we will come from Toronto and move on to Quebec. Should we hire a car, use public transport (who?) or an outfitter? 2. Can you recommend a 3-day, 2 night canoe trail which would be suitable for canoe novices. We hike and camp frequently, know how to read a map. Some preferences: a. not too many people b. lots of wildlife c. a mix of open water, river and canoe-able marsh. d. portages should not be too hectic. 3. Should we hire a guide or do it on our own? 4. We will need to hire equipment - where? 5. What should we book in advance? Thanks Eish

Hello - Can anyone suggest a very good camp site in Parkside bay? thanks

Hello i am interesting in taking my 15 year old son and his friend up to algonquin, i have only been there once as a child and from what i remember it was a good time. I am trying to find directions to butt lake, i kno there is a long bumpy road way back in the bush and than u have to portage twice to get to butt lake, i live in brantford ontario and if anyone could help me that would be great. Fish on Dave

We have 8-10 people for an interior campsite... what is the risk to having too many people? the maximum is 9 people. 2 people are meeting us at the site (they arrive a few days earlier) and 2 people are only staying one night. Any thoughts? We are all very good - responsible adult campers.

Trying to calculate the driving time in a car from Huntsville to the West Gate. Anyone have the time. Thanx

My husband and I are interested in doing a 5 day canoe trip. Looking at the official canoe map, we have picked four access points: 1)Lake Opeonago and environs; 2) Grand Lake - Achray; 3) Galeairy - Whitney; and 4) Shall Lake. We are curious if people would rate one of these areas as more scenic and less traveled.

Hi, I was wondering if anyone had any info on the old hotel algonquin or new of where i can find any information. My great grandfather owned the hotel at one point, and i am intersted in finding any information on it. Thank you, A

Hello. I am looking for a short kayak route about 30-50 km. I was wondering if there is a route that goes in a loop, so one the first day we go 30-50 km, then the 2nd daywe rest/swim etc and the 3rd day its a quicker trip home bascially a detour on the first day img252.echo.cx/my.php?image=... Heres a drawn example Hope someone can help. Thank You!

Hi I'm planning to travel to Canada with my two Children (2 1/2 and 4 1/2 years old) in July. I'm also thinking of doing a canoe trip with my kids. Has anyone experience doing this with children? Can anyone give me some tips? Thanks