Callander Trans Canada Trail

Callander

Discovery Routes

Description

Callander’s section of the Trans Canada Trail is truly a wilderness experience characteristic of Northern Ontario’s rugged landscapes. The hiking trail was built in the early 2000’s through a large section of crown land following, as much as possible, an active snowmobile trail managed by the South Shore/ Restoule Snowmobile Club. Over time, with no ongoing summer stewardship, the trail has fallen into disrepair. Motorized activity in the summer months and an active beaver population in the adjacent wetlands have caused drainage issues and resulted in sections of the trail to be flooded during the wet season.

The best time to visit the trail on foot is during the winter months when the wet areas are frozen. Access at the south end of Pinecreek Road is popular for short hikes since there are a number of route options and trail conditions have been improved by hunt camp owners frequenting the trail in the fall and early winter.

Trailhead Parking: 1304 Pine Creek Rd S #1630, Callander, ON P0H 1H0
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Ownership Municipality of Callander/ Crown Land
Management South Shore/ Restoule Snowmobile Club
Length 9.8 km
Amenities Backcountry, Parking
Level of Development Minimally Developed
Surface Natural

Rules for Use

  • Respect Private Property
  • Hunters may be present during the season

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