The Pigeon River Canoe Route is a legendary 50-mile wilderness journey along the Canada-US border featuring dramatic geography and historic significance dating back centuries to Indigenous and voyageur travel. The route climbs through the international boundary waters, culminating in spectacular scenery as the river approaches Lake Superior with High Falls (120 feet) and Middle Falls visible from the Grand Portage. This advanced route demands strong paddling skills, with challenging portages around significant drops; best paddled in spring (May-early June) when water levels are high and access is from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Minnesota.
The difficulty of Pigeon River (ON) Canoe Route River varies by section.
The best time is May-June.
Pigeon River (ON) Canoe Route River is located in the Ontario region of Canada.
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