| Trip Reports » Bruce Lake September Solo » 9/21/2023 5:06 pm |
Thanks guys. More to come. Baby steps!
| Trip Reports » Bruce Lake September Solo » 9/19/2023 5:19 am |
swedish pimple wrote:
yes,, nice little hammock camp site only,, with a beach across the lake,, lots of splake,,
It's a great site. There are two decent sized tent pads but they are a distance from the main site toward the thunderbox. A little further than ideal for most I'm sure. I am a hammock guy so it was definitely fine for me. Firewood was tricky to find for sure. I was able to fill my time hunting lol. I did not fish but ventured down the creek toward Source I search of wildlife but came up empty handed.
Dave . Thanks. Glad to know Im Not the only one. Something about this site definitely was more comforting. The view from the thunderbox Maybe helped lol. I made a trip out there at night as well and all was good. Not sure why but this trip I definitely felt better than the last.
| Trip Reports » Bruce Lake September Solo » 9/17/2023 9:42 pm |
Wow that shoreline has really filled out since I visited the site in 2016. The place I used as a landing is completely overgrown and covered now. It's always interesting to see how campsites change over time.
Also congrats on your first solo!
Thank you. First successful solo I should have said lol! I bailed out after 8 hours on Islet a few years ago. Got a real uneasy feeling there and paddled out in the dark. Much different vibe this time. I should have shot the landing just to the left of photo. Pretty easy to navigate. Shallow with a few rocks but no real issues. I looked at your pics before I left and scouted that spit forst actually. Definitely not ideal nowadays.
| Trip Reports » Bruce Lake September Solo » 9/17/2023 7:56 pm |
Spent 2 nights on Bruce Lake this weekend. What a hidden gem with easy access from 60. Beautiful little Lake and a great site. Only site on the lake so that attracted me. I don't usually like 60 for obvious reason but this seemed to fit the bill. Great weekend for weather. First solo for me and it worked out great. A few pics from the weekend. Under 45 mins from put in on Source to take out at site. No wildlife and saw noone whatsover. Park was busy enough but the colours chaos has not quite started. I'd recommend this lake for someone looking for a quick trip for a couple days. 
| Equipment » Bought a dehydrator recently? » 9/11/2023 7:26 pm |
Works great for chili imo. Definitely requires some cleanup but it's does a great job. I can fit a decent sized crackpot worth at once. Enough to feed 6 .
| Equipment » Bought a dehydrator recently? » 9/08/2023 6:33 pm |
I have an Excalibur. Seems great but was our first so nothing to compare it to. Gets the job done.
| Trip Planning » Trail to Upper and Lower Twin Falls » 8/09/2023 8:54 pm |
Yeah. I didnt think official. Sometimes you see seemingly random cars parked on roadside near by. Was just wondering. Parking at the gate is a good idea. 👍 Thanks!
| Trip Planning » Trail to Upper and Lower Twin Falls » 8/08/2023 11:38 am |
At one time I recall hearing there was trail access from 60 to Upper and Lower Twin falls area on the Oxtongue River. Does anyone know if this does exist and where to access if so?
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA #663 » 6/22/2023 7:34 pm |
A while since I was there but reminds me of Lilly Pond.
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA 655 » 5/04/2023 2:08 pm |
More Smores has it. You're up!
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA 655 » 5/04/2023 11:47 am |
None of the above. It was a beauty of a beach site though.
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA 655 » 5/03/2023 10:26 pm |
From a site, looking west. 
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA 654 » 5/02/2023 9:20 pm |
North Tea
| Where In Algonquin? » WIA 653 » 4/29/2023 8:59 pm |
Big Crow
| Trip Planning » Algonquin First Timer » 4/29/2023 7:28 pm |
I don't see why you would think that the hwy 60 corridor is the most suitable?
Mostly to see the sights that the general public have come to associate with Algonquin Park.The West Gate. The scenic drive along 60. Canoe Lake. LOTR ETC. Literally a first timer. I just think access from a more obscure access point is great for the seasoned vet but maybe less enticing to someone never having experienced hwy 60. I still get excited when driving the corridor and seeing the flag at the west gate come into view or the float plane docked in Hanger Bay. It may not be the most serene back country experience but it's where it all began IMO. I always try to go somewhere I've never been and see new spots. But this trip won't be so much about me.I don't see it myself; the corridor is so overrun and beaten to death. But we're all different with different tastes and viewpoints.
Oh I agree 100%. I've been to many different areas to get away from the crowds and chaos. I just think there's something sentimental entering through the east or west gate vs a remote logging road alternative access point like 1B or more Obscure. I still enjoy grabbing a burger and beer at the Portage store and watching the comedy that is canoe rentals lmao.
| Trip Planning » Algonquin First Timer » 4/29/2023 12:12 pm |
Sunbeam Loop kinda interests me. As much as I dislike leaving outta Canoe Lake it does have that classic Algonquin vibe. Also with the history in the area there is some cool things to see. I've never been to the cemetery at Mowat so this might be the ticket with some points of interest to take in as well. Looking forward to more ideas.
If you can leave on a Tuesday/Wednesday it won’t be as hectic at Canoe.
You could head up Potters creek through the old town, Brule has a nice cliff site.
Then head up to Misty/Timberwolf/Mcintosh area. Last night camp on Tom Thomson or another lake in the area. Not too much travel, flat portages, lots of history etc. You would have lots of time to go visit the cemetery on your way in or out.
Yeah I've stayed on that Brule site. Its a great spot for sure. This sounds like a good option to think about as well.
| Trip Planning » Algonquin First Timer » 4/29/2023 8:46 am |
I don't see why you would think that the hwy 60 corridor is the most suitable?
Mostly to see the sights that the general public have come to associate with Algonquin Park.The West Gate. The scenic drive along 60. Canoe Lake. LOTR ETC. Literally a first timer. I just think access from a more obscure access point is great for the seasoned vet but maybe less enticing to someone never having experienced hwy 60. I still get excited when driving the corridor and seeing the flag at the west gate come into view or the float plane docked in Hanger Bay. It may not be the most serene back country experience but it's where it all began IMO. I always try to go somewhere I've never been and see new spots. But this trip won't be so much about me.
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