Brain Lake Access Point (#28)

Location

From a point on Highway 17, 10.7 kilometres west of Mattawa, turn south on the Calvin Township Road (gravel). Follow this road for 2.1 kilometres then turn right and travel for another 2.1 kilometres; turn left and proceed for 4.2 kilometres, past the first intersection. At the second intersection, turn right and follow this road for 20.1 kilometres to the access point on the southwest shore of Brain Lake. Latitude and longitude of Access Point: 46.10612°, -78.689065°

Facilities

• Parking

Backcountry Permits

Make a reservation for your backcountry camping permit up to 5 months in advance. Permits are only available online or via telephone.

Equipment Rental

Do you need to rent a canoe, tent, or other camping equipment? Find a business that can supply some or all of the required equipment for your backcountry trip.

Water Levels

Check for special advisories prior to your departure at Algonquin Park Advisories.

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