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Pukaskwa National Park
offered by supplier M14510 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 10
day(s)
Group Size: 1
- 8
people
Destination(s):
Ontario
Specialty Categories:
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Hiking & Trekking
Season: August
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 1155 Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1155 Canadian Dollar (CAD)
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Cascading rivers, uninhabited coastline, magnificent granite headlands, and deep clear water -- the Pukaskwa coast of Lake Superior is the experienced kayakers' dream adventure.
Your trip leader, Bruce Lash, will guide you from the park headquarters, all they way to Michipicoten Harbour, 160 km to the southeast. We provide the guiding, safety, and shuttle; you provide your skills, meals and equipment (or rent from us).
Previous sea kayaking experience (intermediate level at minimum) is a "must".
Your Itinerary:
The trip begins at 3:00 pm at Michipicioten Harbour (about 300 km north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario). Note: meals are not provided. You must supply sleeping bag and clothing, all tenting and camping equipment and kayaks.
Day 1, 3:00 p.m.: Michipicoten Harbour.
We meet at Michipicoten harbour, where we distribute equipment (to those who rent from us), go over equipment lists and discuss trip planning, itinerary and safety procedures. After dinner, we will go for a short paddle on Michipicoten Bay.
Day 2: Fish Harbour or Oiseau Bay.
We rise early, load the van and trailer with equipment and depart by 8:00 a.m. for Pukaskwa Park headquarters (2-hour drive). Vehicles can be left at the public beach adjacent to Naturallly Superior Adventures. We launch from Hattie Cove by noon. Sea kayak south past the White and Willow Rivers, through the long sheltered channels of Morrison Harbour, while taking advantage of the small islands that dot the coast south of the Willow. Our campsite at Oiseau Bay is on a large sand beach.
Day 3: Hidden Lake Harbor.
Paddle through many narrow channels and stop for a break in the deep sheltered waters of Fisherman's cove -- one of the prettiest coves in the park. As we leave Fishermans cove, the coast is dotted with numerous small islands and passageways -- some small enough to "squeeze" through -- as well small rivers with white crystlline sand beaches. Simons Harbour area is particularly beautiful- we set up camp there near Hidden Lake Harbor.
Day 4: Otter Island.
We pass the white and pink granite headlands of English Fishery Harbour and Triangle Harbour, and view the Cascade river as it plunges over Cascade Falls into Lake Superior. Cross to Otter Island to set up camp for two nights. Then hike to the light-house for a spectacular view of Lake Superior.
Day 5: Circumnavigate Otter Island.
Paddle west side of Otter Island in search of the Pukaskwa Pits -- mysterious native American structures whose meaning lies buried in time and in the speculations of anthropologists. We cross to the mainland to Otter Cove, the former home of the legendary Gus Weidman, a reclusive and feared woodsman who lived in this isolated spot during the early part of the 20’th century, then cross back over to Otter Island and our campsite.
Day 6: South-East of Pukaskwa River.
We continue to the southeast in the shelter of Richardsons's Harbour, then pass Point La Canadienne into the mouth of the Pukaskwa River. Remmnant moss covered buildings of the old logging days are still standing here. Our desitination is the 'Wheat Bin', a large beach campsite. If we have time, we will continue to a site near Crane Island or the Pipe River.
Day 7: Near Ghost River.
With, hopefully, west and southwest winds at our backs we continue on to Floating Heart Bay or the Ghost River to make camp (west of Point Isacor).
Day 8 - 9: Dog River.
The Dog River is a great spot to relax. We hike to the spectacular Dennison Falls a few kilometers upstream, and spend a day recuperating those tired paddling muscles.
Day 10: Dorry River.
There are many pocket beaches along this section such as McCoy's Harbour and Minnakonna Pt. where we take leisurely breaks. The Dorry River provides a great campsite just a few hours paddle from the Michipicoten River.
Day 11: Michipicoten River.
Trip officially ends at 3:00 p.m., to end your guided sea kayaking adventure trip on Lake Superior.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Taxes are included.
Also see tour packages in:
Canada
Ontario
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Hiking & Trekking
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