Top Things to do in Algonquin Provincial Park
What to do and see in Algonquin Provincial Park, Algonquin Provincial Park: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Algonquin Provincial Park, United States including Algonquin Park Adventure Tours, Barron Canyon Trail, Snow Forest Adventures, Big Pines Trail, Leaf Lake Ski Trail, Algonquin Logging Museum Trail, Centennial Ridges Trail, The Portage Store, Beaver Pond Trail, Spruce Bog Boardwalk Trail.
1. Algonquin Park Adventure Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 400 reviews
Since 1996, we have guided educational wilderness adventure tours into the Algonquin Provincial Park interior. We provide multiday guided canoe trips and glamping camping that will get you intimate with Algonquin Provincial Park. Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey programs can also be arranged. We also provide an assortment of Algonquin Park guided day trips. Paddle canoe, motorized canoe, fishing, hiking, bicycle, birding, landscape & wildlife photography and fall colours adventure tours are provided 7 days a week (May-Oct). In winter, we provide very Canadian snowshoe, nordic ski and winter camping adventures. Custom tours, wilderness skills training, school trips and corporate team building services are also provided.
2. Barron Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By DaveAFamilyMan - Chatham, Canada
Finally crossed it off of our list this was quite the journey from our cottage, over 3 hours one way, but well worth it. We had my Parents 68 and 70 and my children 6/8/13 and we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. The hike was short but we stayed for a while to take it the breath taking views. There is a number of scenic look outs at the top and every one just as stunning. We also explored the river down at the picnic area and canoe launch. Definitely recommend this shot trail if you travel east of Algonquin at all!
3. Snow Forest Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
World Class Multi-day Expeditions by Dog Sled and Canoe. Located in Algonquin Park and Temagami, Ontario.
Reviewed By SR_Miss - Mississauga, Canada
My son and I had an amazing 3 day trip! The guides (Nick and Travis) did a great job teaching us about sledding and caring for the dogs. They also prepared delicious meals which were safe for my son who has multiple food allergies. It was so beautiful to have the dogs take us through the park in deep snow. The dogs were definitely the highlight of the trip and getting to know their unique personalities was so fun. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone! It’s a unique, winter experience that should not be missed!
4. Big Pines Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By carriem57 - Oshawa, Canada
Impressive sized trees. No trail map and could not see the logging camp. Took 1 hour with a 10 year old child.
5. Leaf Lake Ski Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By christinas303
Only the second time every skiing and I loved it!! I did the entire pine loop. It was really challenging but a huge payoff at the end. I think it took us about 5 hours to finish. There is steep downhill sections, but they’re more fun than scary if you take it slow.
6. Algonquin Logging Museum Trail
7. Centennial Ridges Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By MandA2012 - Toronto, Canada
This was easily the most beautiful hike we have done in Ontario. It is moderately challenging with lots of ascents and descents. Each of the ascents rewards you with a spectacular view from along the ridge. There are 12 marked viewpoints but each one of the viewpoints along the ridge (there are at least 4 that I recall) actually has multiple viewpoints. When you arrive on top of the ridge there is no need to congregate with everyone, just walk ahead and you will find several other spots, each more beautiful than the last. On top of the ridge are sweeping views over the tree canopy and the lakes below. We timed our visit (Sept 26) around the peak viewing season for maples and the canopy was a sea of red, orange and yellow. The trail was full of colourful maples and poplars, contrasted by beautiful white birch trees. None of this 10 km hike is flat or smooth - it is winding and narrow (single file for much of it) and you are hiking over rocks, rock face, tree roots and mud. Wear hiking shoes or you will regret it. There are no washrooms except for an outhouse in the parking lot. Go early - we arrived around 10:30am and had to park on the side of the road 1/2 km from the parking lot (by the time we got back cars were parked nearly 2km out). The last two viewpoints of the 12 were a slow go because of all the people entering the park and just doing those last few viewpoints in reverse direction instead of the full loop. The full 10km loop took us 4 hours including 1/2 hour picnic lunch, tons of photos, and the painfully slow last few kilometres when the trail got crowded.
8. The Portage Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
9. Beaver Pond Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By 796eliasj - Mississauga, Canada
We selected this trail at Algonquin Park since my daughters were young. But to my amaze, they took it with ease. Walking was tricky at times with stairs at certain places. There are park bench around the lookout point and the most amazing part was to walk through the trail with the fall colours all around you. Love the nature. Recommended specially during Fall..
10. Spruce Bog Boardwalk Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By RandyRoss - Ridgetown, Canada
This is a nice short trail on level ground and suitable for all ages and almost all levels of ability. Not strenuous. There are several benches along the trail for those who wish to stop and enjoy - or to stop and rest.
