This popular 4-5 day loop from Canoe Lake (Highway 60) accesses one of Algonquin's most beautiful interior lakes through Otterslide Creek—famous for its 5 portages and exciting narrows with beaver dams. Big Trout Lake itself is stunning with 36 island and shoreline campsites, dramatic cliff scenery, and excellent paddling in calm conditions. The route includes scenic McIntosh and White Trout Lakes with their own wildlife viewing opportunities. Moderate difficulty with well-maintained portages, though Otterslide Creek demands focus and some wading may be needed in low water.
The difficulty of Big Trout-Otterslide Loop River varies by section.
The best time is May-September.
Big Trout-Otterslide Loop River is located in the Algonquin Provincial Park region of Canada.
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