Algonquin Provincial Park
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Algonquin Provincial Park is the oldest provincial park in Ontario and one of the largest parks in Canada. Residing on the southern edge of the Canadian Shield it consists of 7725 square kilometers of some of the most beautiful canoeing territory in the world. The lakes provide excellent paddling opportunities and the rivers are a challenge for whitewater enthusiasts.
Campsites in the interior of the park are on a first come, first served basis. You make a reservation to get into the access point and only a certain number of paddling groups are permitted in each access point on each day. Once on the water, you head in to find an open site. If all the sites on the lake of your choice are taken, you have no choice but to portage to the next lake. For that reason, and because of the popularity of the park, you are advised to make sure you get an early start, go on a mid-week day or in the off-season. Showing up late in the day during prime season may leave you without an easy-to-access campsite. Not much of a problem if you have a canoe or like portaging kayaks.
When you arrive at Algonquin, check in at the gate and you'll be told where to pick up your permit(s) for the trip - you might get them there or you may be directed to go to the office at the put in. For larger access points, the latter is common.
Note that provincial parks in Ontario have a can and bottle ban on for interior camping. You cannot bring any canned or glass-bottled products into the park (prescription medications excepted). All food products should be in reusable packaging if possible. There are a few kinds of beer sold in plastic bottles if that is a concern. The reason for the ban is a long history of non-degradable garbage and broken glass accumulating in the backcountry - do your bit to avoid the problem. If caught with cans or bottles in the backcountry, you can receive a significant fine from a park warden.
Sea kayaking Destinations:
For sea kayaking, only Opeongo and Cedar offer a serious overnight trip without portaging. Of the two, Opeongo is the most accessible. However, the others can be nice with only a single portage.
Whitewater Destinations:
