Peck Lake

Overview

Peck Lake Trail is the classic quick stop along Highway 60: a signed, day-use loop that circles a quiet lake and makes you feel like you slipped deep into the backcountry without the work. Expect shoreline views the whole way and a floating boardwalk section that keeps your feet dry while you skim over the shallows.

The Trail

It’s a 1.9 km (about 1 hour) loop—short, scenic, and friendly for most hikers. The path hugs the lake with gentle rises and that photogenic boardwalk stretch. You’re not climbing to a lookout here; you’re orbiting water the entire time, which is exactly the charm.

Wildlife & Scenery

This loop is a reliable place to spot signs of wildlife and occasional sightings right from the lakeshore path. It’s a crowd-pleaser in every season, and fall color really pops around the water.

Logistics You Should Know

• Trailhead coordinates: 45.547449, -78.648729.
• Parking is provided; the listing for this trailhead notes parking as the amenity.
• No toilets at the Peck Lake trailhead. For washrooms, use nearby trailhead lots like Mizzy Lake or Track & Tower, or day-use areas such as Tea Lake Dam, Lake of Two Rivers, and East Beach.
• This is not a canoe/portage hub, and there are no campsites on Peck Lake. If you want to camp, pick one of the Highway 60 frontcountry campgrounds like Mew Lake, Lake of Two Rivers, Canisbay Lake, or Pog Lake.

Best Time to Visit

Because it’s a short loop, you can fit it into almost any day along Highway 60. Mornings and late afternoons tend to feel calmer on the water, and fall is especially photogenic. Day‑use facilities along Highway 60 operate year‑round, though some services are seasonal—check Ontario Parks before you go.