August 24, 2024

Spectacular Scenery Hike

Difficulty Rating:
Wilderness Hike
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Beauty Rating:
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Solitude Rating:
⭐⭐️⭐️⭐️️
Adventure Category:
Adventure Start:
Aug 24, 2024 7:00 AM
Estimated End:
Aug 24, 2024 7:00 PM

Adventure Description

We're visiting Algonquin Highlands to see some of Muskoka's most impressive scenery. There's a reason the hike we're doing has viewpoints in the title... This is a challenging 11km hike that will take us along a series of incredible lookouts. There's just over 330m of total elevation gain, some of which is pretty steep so you'll need to be in decent shape for this trip but it's not overly difficult.

There's so much up to see this way. We'll also be taking in the historic wooden log-chute at hawk lake, the last of its kind in Ontario and a feat of engineering that served the loggers who were once based up there. We'll end up the day at a famous local fire tower, climbing hundreds of steps for the pièce de résistance - a 360 view around the area.

"Arguably the most scenic trail south of Algonquin Park... spectacular viewpoints"

Join us for our inaugural adventure at this secret location, Wilderness Union's first visit to this incredible trail.

We're visiting Algonquin Highlands to see some of Muskoka's most impressive scenery. There's a reason the hike we're doing has viewpoints in the title... This is a challenging 11km hike that will take us along a series of incredible lookouts. There's just over 330m of total elevation gain, some of which is pretty steep so you'll need to be in decent shape for this trip but it's not overly difficult.

There's so much up to see this way. We'll also be taking in the historic wooden log-chute at hawk lake, the last of its kind in Ontario and a feat of engineering that served the loggers who were once based up there. We'll end up the day at a famous local fire tower, climbing hundreds of steps for the pièce de résistance - a 360 view around the area.

"Arguably the most scenic trail south of Algonquin Park... spectacular viewpoints"

Join us for our inaugural adventure at this secret location, Wilderness Union's first visit to this incredible trail.

What's included:

  • Guided 11km hike led by knowledgeable professional guide with advanced wilderness first aid qualification
  • Free entry to the lookout tower for everyone who's chosen to ride in the van

Self drivers, please note there's a $10.64 charge for your car to access the lookout tower.

Itinerary

07:00 - Shuttle leaves from Keele Station

10:00 - Visit the Log chute and begin hike

15:30 - Visit fire tower for lookout

19:00 - Anticipated return to Keele Station

Rental Gear available

Adventure Cost

Event Cost:
$60+HST
Transport Cost:
$50+HST

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This trip is not eligible for trip credit use (except for any refund credit on file).

Cancellation Policy

$10 cancellation fee after registration. No refunds after full amount has been billed (typically a week prior to the event)
If you cancel and wish to rejoin, please confirm with us on Discord to ensure that the updated registration has been received.

Members Attending

Trinh
Johnson
Sukriti
Marija
Anand
Edward
Cristina
Noor
Enida
Denis
Linda
Cassandra
Charlotte
Nathan
Natalie
Maria
Artem
Marcelo
Britt
Laura
Josh

Members on Waitlist

This adventure is now full but you can join the waitlist!

Adventure Cancellations

Anand
Noor
Enida
Cassandra
Natalie
Maria
Josh
This adventure opens for registration soon!

Trip Updates

19/8/24 - Please note the van is now full. Anybody who signs up now will carpool with other members. There are still spots in the van for Sunday's adventure as an alternative.

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