Fire Tower Trail

Description

This fully accessible trail is 200 metres (660 feet) round-trip and goes to a viewpoint overlooking the Sunday Creek valley where there is a replica of a cupola (wooden lookout structure) that was at the top of steel fire towers in Algonquin Park. Along the route, discover more about fire and fire towers in Algonquin Park through a series of exhibit panels.

Length

• 200 metres (round-trip)

Location

• The Fire Tower Trail is located at the entrance to the Algonquin Visitor Centre (km 43.0 of Highway 60).
• Latitude/Longitude: 45.583922°, -78.359455°

Difficulty Rating & Rationale

• Easy
• This trail is universally accessible and suitable for all ages.

Features & Amenities

• Scenic views of the Sunday Creek Valley
• Exhibit panels about fire and fire towers in Algonquin Park
• Parking
• Toilets
• Algonquin Visitor Centre

Trail Guide

• There is no trail guide for the Fire Tower Trail, but self-guided exhibit panels are located on the trail.

Fees

• A valid Park permit is required for trail use.

Nearby Attractions

• Algonquin Visitor Centre
• Spruce Bog Boardwalk Trail
• Beaver Pond Trail
• Big Pines Trail
• Lookout Trail
• Sunday Creek Access Point

Related Information

• Interpretive Walking Trails
• Adopt-A-Trail
• Support the Trails - Make a Donation