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We can pick you up at your hotel to join the Barron Canyon canoe trip. Let our office team know which hotel you are staying at and we'll pick you up enroute to the park!!
Combine a day of canoeing on the Barron Canyon with a day of whitewater rafting! more»
The Barron Canyon day trip takes us beyond the eastern gateway of Algonquin Park to a wilderness area of spectacular rugged beauty. First we explore the canyon from its rim, over 100 m from the river below. The walk will take us along a 1.5 km long interpretive trail that passes through the pine forest. At the canyon's rim, the views are breathtaking as we look down the red chasm walls and across the seemingly endless evergreen forest.
At Bringham's Chute, we will enter the Barron River and begin paddling downstream. Enroute, we will paddle through small streams and lakes, stop for a swim under a waterfall and enjoy a scenic riverside lunch. Ultimately, we reach the canyon. As we paddle through the canyon, look out for Barn Swallows and Eastern Phoebes nesting on the canyon walls and rare relict plants from glacial times, such as the Encrusted Saxifrage and Fragrant Cliff Fern. With over 10,000 years of ancient history, the Barron Canyon canoe trip is the perfect way to experience this natural wonder.
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| April 18 - October 15 |
Adults |
Youth (under 12 years) |
| Wednesdays & Sundays (only) | $150.00 | $80.00 |
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Itinerary| 9:00 am | Meet your guides and fellow paddlers at the Best Western |
| 9:15 am | Safety briefing and instruction given enroute to put-in. |
| 9:45 am | Trail walk around the lip of the Canyon |
| 11:00 am | Put-In for canoe trip |
| 12:15 pm | Lunch and swim at waterfall |
| 1:00 pm | Paddle through the canyon |
| 4:30 pm | Take out at Squirel Rapid |
Note: Trip timing may vary depending on water levels. |
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What's included in your adventureThe Barron Canyon day trip includes 1 full day of canoeing, 1 riverside lunch, all safety and paddling equipment, internationally certified guides, local transportation, complimentary après canoeing beer, juice or soft drink.
Customize your day trip with Esprit by adding any of the following options:
| Shuttle: | |
| Ottawa shuttle service | $20.00 |
| Accommodation: | |
| Camping Hostel |
$10.00/night $25.00/night |
| Meals: | |
| Breakfast Ultimate BBQ |
$8.00 $25.00 |
What you should bring with you for the dayAll your mandatory safety equipment is provided for you, therefore, all you need to bring with you are some personal items to help make your day even more enjoyable. We recommend that you bring a pair of shoes or sandals to wear on the river (they will get wet!), your swimsuit and/or shorts, sunscreen, water bottle, rain shell (just in case!), towel and a change of clothes.
Don't just take our word for the fact that Esprit's canoe trips are awesome! Here is what others who have experienced a Barron Canyon canoe trip have to say:
"Great canoe trip! You are very good at what you do. Thanks for a wonderful time and great experience!"
Jacqueline
"Incredible! That is the only way to describe the experience.."
Eric, Stirling
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