Been there twice. Once through Moc and once through from Lily Pond. Moc to Cranebill portage was a relatively easy , un remarkable portage. I seem to remember the Moc landing somewhat tricky and littered with sketchy floating logs and debris hindering the loading and unloading.  Doable though. Been a few years now since there. The site itslef was decent. Nice rocky outcrop to sit on and swim from. Quiet as only site on lake. The other two ports in and out are long and black. Likely wont have any traffic passing through. Site was smallish without allot of room for tents. Always thought of it as more of a hammocking site. Maybe OK for one small/med size tent. Worth the trip in if a small group just to have the lake to yourself. Had a nice fire pit last time we were there.

Might be tight . Uneven ground. If you venture from the campsite proper you may get lucky. Enjoy your trip. Nice remote feeling without too much work. You're accessing from Rain?Nice trip in. 


 

Last edited by Shayne74 (7/17/2019 2:16 pm)

My brother and I did a trip down to see Cranebill a few years ago for what I remember the site is relatively flat, up a little rise - open area with a few tent sites but again if memory serves me it wasn’t super spacious - the large rocks are perfect for stargazing and swimming from (I took a swim off of them to cool off and it has a nice drop off) I might have some pictures - give me some time to see if I can find them - if I get lucky I’ll post them for ya

Foxriderz wrote:

... Photos would be great! Are these large rocks jutting out fairly far from the shore line? No canopy above them?

The pics I have are not that good. The rock outcropping only juts into the water for a short way but I think I remember there not being too much canopy directly overhead. On the other hand, the opposite shore is quite close and when combined with the trees over the site you will find the view is somewhat limited. Some views can be had by standing on the rock and looking towards the larger end of the lake.

Also, I remember having trouble finding a flat spot for our 2 man MEC wanderer. The site has a rolling topography and we didn't have the most comfortable sleep. I can't imagine finding decent spots for the 3 tents you want to bring, unless you hack them out of the bush. However, as you can see below, it is quite comfortable to lie on the rock with your Thermarest.

I looked long and hard and unfortunately couldn't find any photos. Sorry I couldn't help you out in that department . Solos post gives good perspective on the Canadian shield below the camp site. Looking at the photo, I "think" the swimming hole was to the right of the pup.  I would back up Stainless's perspective of the site. I "think" you could squeeze two tents in the area and there would be some room for a hammock as well. but it would be somewhat tight. Also if memory serves me, the fire pit needed rebuilt as well. Never made it back to the thunderbox. Haven't a clue it's condition

Sorry I couldn't have been more help. Regardless, FWIW, I would stay a few nights on that site fer sure ! Have a great trip !  <edit> PS that bass fishing was good! 

Last edited by Andy W (7/18/2019 5:50 pm)

Have a great time Foxriderz! We did a loop, traversing through Wenona a few years ago. Sorry I can't remember much about the camp site but for the lake, it was a really nice little gem. If ya'll are looking for getting away from the crowd's ya picked a good spot.