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Kag Trail

Location

Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park in Mattawa

Ownership

MNR - Ontario Parks

Management

Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park

Length

2.5 km

Difficulty (1-easy; 2-moderate; 3-difficult)

3

Supported Activities

hiking, snowshoeing

Amenities

paid parking

Surface

steep and rocky sections; forested

Rules for Use: 

- motorized travel and bicycles are prohibited
- appropriate footwear is a necessity 
- pets must be leashed at all times 
- park entry permit is required for trail use

Safety Considerations:

- trail has steep sections and some unauthorized paths to sheer cliff sections 
- extreme caution must be used if approach cliff edges

Maintenance:

- as required in summer months

Description:

The Kag Trail passes through a natural pure stand of red pine.  Native peoples sometimes gathered the edible inner bark and seeds of this and other pines.  As you explore the Kat woodlands, imagine you are back in time, so awaken your senses, and look for signs of forest creatures and listen for their voices.  This trail has some steep cliffs and is therefore recommended for experienced hikers.  The trail takes its name from the Ojibway language, meaning 'porcupine'.  

Directions: 

From the HWY 11/17 junction near Seymour Street, take exit 377 onto HWY 17 East.  After about 48 km of travel you will see an entrance on the left to Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park.