For over 6,000 years, native North Americans have canoed the countless lakes, rivers, streams and associated portages that interconnect throughout northeastern Ontario. In the local Ojibway language, this is referred to as the Nastawagan. Today, paddlers in the Temagami area are still using these documented archaeological campsites along the 2,400 kilometers (1,500 miles) of some of the most diverse and unique landscapes found throughout northeastern Ontario.
Lighter and stronger Kevlar or ABS canoes have replaced the native birch bark canoes that were the preferred means of transporting goods for trade or consumption. Ample opportunities still exist today for viewing and photographing some of nature's many forms of wildlife such as moose, bear, beaver, otter, loons, osprey, blue herons, pilleated woodpeckers and countless other small songbirds including the elusive but very vocal orange crested warbler that can be found in the tops of some of the old growth pine forests.
Most lakes and rivers have walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike or brook trout which will readily come to a properly presented fly, lure, artificial or live bait to supply you with an evening meal that will be second to none when cooked over an open campfire. At varying times of the summer, wild strawberries, blueberries and red raspberries are abundant near campsites and all make excellent evening desserts or add a special taste to tomorrow morning’s pancakes. Small animals such as the chipmunk see so few people each year that they are naturally curious enough to take scraps of food directly from your hand. Later on at night, after the campfire has died out, lay back and gaze at the millions of stars in a sky that is so dark, you won’t even be able to see your own hand directly in front of your face.
The silence will be deadening. Enjoy!
The staff at Northland Paradise Lodge are ready to assist you with your plans for a canoe vacation ranging from an overnight trip on a small lake to larger loops that could last for weeks through Temagami’s back country where you will never have to portage the same trail twice. Different levels of endurance can be suggested that range from flat-water lakes for beginners and/or families wishing to introduce their children to the beauties of nature ... to adrenaline-fueled trips for more experienced paddlers anxious to shoot down whitewater chutes that have been carved in the hard granite rock by thousands of years of erosion.
Open water usually arrives in early May and lasts through late October. We have 17-foot canoes in both Kevlar and ABS (required for some river trips) and all have shoulder yokes to ease the effort on portages. Paddles and safety equipment such as life jackets, bailers and whistles are included with all rentals. At the present time, we do not offer food barrels, tents or sleeping bags. Both land or air shuttles to and from the starting/finishing points on some trips can be arranged for a minimal cost.
We encourage catch and release of the larger fish of all species to retain limit catches for future generations.
Don't forget the camera!
Check-in times for weekly packages are after 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and check-out times are before 11:00 a.m. on the following Saturdays. For overnight packages, the same times apply for each day. Please inquire about any variationsthat can be made to these time schedules.
Responsible use of alcoholic beverages is allowed on lodge property. However, we are not a licensed outlet for the sale of these beverages.
Pets are always welcome.
Would you like to know how the fishing has been during the past week? Check out the weekly Fishing Report page which can be accessed in the menu at the top of this page.
Choice of 17 foot Kevlar or ABS canoes
Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
A variety of loops in both length and endurance are available
Route map and books available
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Description |
Price (Can $) |
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Daily |
Weekly |
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Overnight Accommodations |
$79.95 |
$475.00 |
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Accommodations |
$37.50 |
$225.00 |
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Housekeeping Unit |
$150.00 |
$895.00 |
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2 Meals |
$30.00 |
$180.00 |
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Canoe Rental |
$30.00 |
$150.00 |
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Tripod Rental |
$15.00 |
$60.00 |
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Note: Damage deposit required on all rentals. |
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All reservations require a 50% deposit by credit card.
Cancellations with refunds are accepted prior to 30 days before date of arrival.
No monetary refunds for early returns on rentals.
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