Barron Canyon Trail

Description

Barron Canyon Trail is a 1.5 km loop trail that lead along the north rim of the spectacular, 100 m deep Barron Canyon and then returning to the parking lot. Please remember that this trail visits a very high, unfenced cliff top from which a fall would be fatal. You may also explore the Barron Canyon by canoe by accessing the canyon from the Brigham Lake Parking Lot and/or the Barron River Parking Lot.

Length

1.5 km loop

Location

Barron Canyon Trail is located at km 29.0 of the Barron Canyon Road, 11 km north of the Sand Lake Gate. Latitude/Longitude: 45.889509°, -77.635245°

Difficulty Rating & Rationale

• Moderate.
• Contact Algonquin Park Information for updates.

Theme

• History of the Canyon

Features & Amenities

• Scenic lookout over the Barron Canyon
• Major geological feature of Algonquin Park
• Parking

Trail Guide

• Barron Canyon Trail Guide

Rules and Regulations

Protecting Visitors

Fees

A valid Park permit is required for trail use.

Nearby Attractions

• Sand Lake Gate
• Achray Campground
• Grand Lake - Achray Access Point
• McManus Access Point

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Related Information

• Interpretive Walking Trails
• Jack Pine Trail
• Berm Lake Trail
• Barron Canyon Trail Guide
• Adopt-A-Trail
• Support the Trails - Make a Donation