Inspiring views, challenging hiking paths and some surprisingly-useful services make this a…read moremust-stop destination if you're ever in Temagami. Often referred to as "Temagami Trails", this is the collective site for a number of trails that run along the highway and town and into the nearby Finlayson Point park site, ranging from easy (but long) beginner trails up to absurdly-difficult paths that cover extreme obstacles and challenging terrain. Visiting here was quite the experience, as I had the opportunity to check out three of the site's paths and visit the famed Fire Tower that is an easy landmark to spot from the town. While our original plan was to try out the area's toughest course, Peregrine, and the associated Beaver Trail, we discovered that it would have taken too long to cross over the sprawling site, and decided to set our expectations a bit lower, dividing and checking out a total of four courses. My friend and I started with the Old Fire Marshal's Trail - let me put this as a word of warning: if you don't have any proficiency with hiking, DO NOT USE THIS TRAIL. It's marked as a moderate hike, but its obstacles and steep nature are so challenging that it took us more than 40 minutes to get down a trail that normally would have taken 10 minutes. It goes almost vertically-downwards at points, and your only salvation will be making treacherous climbs across groups of rocks and the odd tree. If you fall, it's game over. Luckily, the nearby White Bear and Caribou trails are much, MUCH easier, taking a circuitous route through the heart of the White Bear forest and showcasing a number of photo-perfect opportunities in Lake Temagami. While it was tough due to the heat on the day we went, we nevertheless plowed through it and had the chance to see some spectacular views of the old-growth forest and lake. Having the chance to climb the Temagami Fire Tower was also a treat, as visitors are encouraged to ascend to the top, where they'll find some incredible views of the nearby town and surrounding municipalities. It really is worth the drive just for this - everyone should check it out. Overall, it was a great place to spend the day and offered a number of unique opportunities to see and learn more about the surrounding area. While the visitors' centre wasn't open, the free wi-fi was also much appreciated. Well worth a visit!

If you're willing to sacrifice a few odds and ends, Finlayson Point is a fantastic campsite to…read morevisit. Since coming here back in September with four of my buddies, I've been reflecting on the experience. As part of our now seemingly-annual camping trips, I found this to be a better overall experience than last year's stay at Sturgeon Bay -- but not without some caveats. There is no question that if you're looking for prime views of the lake and ease of access to nearby towns and activities, this is the place to go. A relatively-quiet space just outside the town of Temagami, this site is much further removed from the action and offers a lot of opportunities for hiking, boating and fishing. My friends and I stayed in the site's sole cabin, which has a prime view of the lake and featured a whole bunch of amenities and tools, including a barbecue, cleaning supplies and four beds. Despite the additional features, I wasn't as big on this cabin as my friends were. For one, the place turns into an absolute sauna at night, even with all the windows open and fans going. I ended up sleeping on the couch and could barely get any sleep for the first two days due to the heat and other external factors. That being said, the cabin was an undeniably beautiful place. Filled with plenty of rustic touches, it was incredibly peaceful when I just wanted to sit and read a book. The attached barbecue also came in incredibly handy, and I ended up cooking for the group for the majority of the trip. Most of the campsites are big, and it wasnt uncommon this late in the season to see couples and large families braving colder weather and bringing their RVs or camps to enjoy the season. In fact, the weather may have made it even busier, as I saw a number of people walking around nonchalantly with heavy raingear just days before the park closed for the season. The staff are a bit strict on the campers, but then again, we were acting like a bunch of schmucks on the first night and had built a campfire that was too large. Coming off the heels of a nearby forest fire, it's no surprise that we were read the Riot Act for it. The warden, Hannah, was fairly polite otherwise, and the rest of the staff were good. The warden's office doesn't have much in the way of amenities (only one central bathroom/set of showers, balanced out by unique services like a fish cleaning station), but it's adequate. Luckily, the site was fairly close to the town of Temagami. My friends were able to paddle down to the town (forgoing the truck) to pick up supplies. More than one review online has mentioned how the park is a nightmare for boats (to the point that it's been referred to as "the 407 of the north" on one forum), and it's hard to argue with that point. You'd best hope you have no plans to sleep regularly, because big boats and biplanes will roar past the lake in the middle of the night. I didn't even get any sleep for the first two days because of the constant noise from large biplanes flying at impossibly-low altitudes overhead, and my friends very nearly had a collision with a plane landing in the lake when they were out canoeing. It's also a bit tough for some trucks and vans, as the paths are narrow and it can be hard to maneuver around the site. There is no question that the park has character, though. Whether it was befriending some of the local wildlife (don't tell the staff that the chipmunks love chocolate bars) or dipping your feet into the lake at the docks at sunset, this is an impossibly beautiful site that offers a lot of great views and makes you feel like you're in the heart of cottage country. Well worth a visit if you're in the area. Recommended!

This was an unexpected and pleasant side trip on a family get together in North Bay, even though it…read morewas raining.

The waterfalls feature a paved parking area accessible most months of the year. Trails are not well…read moremarked, but just follow the creek. This is a moderate difficulty climb and hikers should wear proper footwear l. One of my favourite places. Enjoy nature!

I'm so glad to read the detailed reviews of this park from Allison and Laura, because my experience…read morewas super brief and kind of a blur. The camp store was full of cute, well-designed things right next to the rental shack with boats and the spot to get your firewood. We rolled in to our camp site just before sunset, quickly put up our tent and through on our swimsuits and ran to the end of our little dirt road to jump in the water in the last of the golden light. It was glorious. After dinner we walked around the campground and checked out the other beach where teens were playing and bugs were gathering hungry for blood. We tucked into bed early, really glad we'd gotten that perfect swim in. We were gone the next morning early, on to the next one.

I can't say I'm a big camper. I like my comfort and convenience, and cleanliness. It's my third…read moretime camping, and I know what to expect now. I was really happy with this park, and the facilities they had. All the toilets are flush toilets, so no pinching your nose and squating on top of a hole, afriad you'll fall in. And it wasn't too stinky either. There were 4 + 1 handicap showers. The 1st one had warm water. And I never saw a line up or had to wait. The facilities were kept some what clean, and I liked that. The site also had a beach that fell on to the Moore Lake. It was a nice secluded beach and perfect for a swim and to put all your stuff. They had rental canoes and kayaks you can take out to the lake. Algonquin Northern Outfitters down the street has cheaper ones than the park. The Park store has anything you could want (including ice cream) yum. And life jackets you can borrow. The park staff also organize some events every evening (perfect for kids) like star gazing or history hikes. There is also a small museum that explains the history of Samuel de Champlain and his trade routes. I also liked seeing the park staff patrol occasionally throughout the day. The park itself had a few trails that go along the Mattawa river. It was a tortuous 5 hr hike that had us wishing we had a machete to cut through the ruffage. I guess that's how M. Champlain travelled thru the trading routes. I like going to new places all the time, but if I had to choose one to come back to , this would be it.

Outdoor nature walk at its best. This conversation area is a beautiful spot for a hike within city…read morelimits. The trails are well maintained, it's common to see birds, chipmunks, squirrels, but sometimes you can spot a deer or a beaver. We take our dog on walks here a few times a month, and it's a great for him as there are so many smells for him to enjoy during the walk. This place is a family favourite. We have been enjoying this space for years and will enjoy for many more years to come.