Facilities at the launch
The park lists a boat ramp, parking and toilets; visitors also mention docks by the launch. This is a simple access area, so bring the supplies you need before setting out on the water.
Overview
About Smoke Lake Access Point (#6)
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- Parking can be busy on long weekends
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4 active Algonquin alerts
- ClosureProvoking Falls Bridge ClosedThe Provoking Falls bridge on the Highland Backpacking Trail is closed because of safety concerns; the bridge has been removed. - Use the posted reroute, which adds 2.5 km.Official details
- CautionLow Water on Backcountry Canoe RoutesOntario Parks currently lists low-water alerts for six backcountry canoe-route sections: - Varley Lake from Carl Wilson Lake - Latour Creek north of Rosebary Lake - Carcajou Creek north towards…Official details
The highest, rockiest slopes around here are a summer buffet for grizzly bears.
Algonquin Tour Guide
Your drive to Smoke Lake Access Point (#6), narrated.
Parkwolf is a GPS audio tour guide for Algonquin Provincial Park. As you drive, it chimes in with what’s ahead: hidden gems, upcoming stops, history, geology, and wildlife, right through your car’s speakers.
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Smoke Lake Canoe Launch0:00 / 0:15
“Smoke Lake's canoe launch is ahead, a simple put-in at the north end of the lake. Stop here if your paddle starts on Smoke Lake; the main purpose is getting onto the water.”
Plays as you drive up to Smoke Lake Access Point (#6) in the Parkwolf Algonquin Tour Guide.
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- Works offlinemaps, 39 trails, 66 places, and audio download before you lose signal
- CarPlay readysimple controls built for the drive
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More about Smoke Lake Access Point (#6)
The Smoke Lake put-inSmoke Lake Access Point (6) is a boat launch at the north end of Smoke Lake, reached by a short…
Smoke Lake Access Point (#6) is a boat launch at the north end of Smoke Lake, reached by a short road south from Highway 60 at km 14.1. It is a practical starting point for paddling the lake or heading into Algonquin's backcountry. Use this access point if your trip starts on Smoke Lake.
Plan for busy weekendsParking can be busy or full on long weekends, so allow time to unload and launch.
Parking can be busy or full on long weekends, so allow time to unload and launch. Backcountry campers can reserve a permit up to five months ahead; arrange that before an overnight trip.
Wildlife
Wildlife in Algonquin
1,237 sightingsMooseMost seen around 6 AMSighting map
245 sightingsEastern WolfMost seen around 7 PMSighting map
331 sightingsBlack BearMost seen around 7 PMSighting map
604 sightingsLoonMost seen around 6 PMSighting map
110 sightingsBald EagleMost seen around 11 AMSighting map
192 sightingsRiver OtterMost seen around 6 PMSighting mapSighting maps show where each species has been reported across Algonquin. Wildlife moves, so no sighting is guaranteed.
