Algonquin Provincial Park spreads over 7 725 sq km (4800 sq mi) of forest, lakes, rivers and wilderness in Ontario – Canada. The park is set in a transition zone of deciduous and coniferous forests, with a landscape of beaver ponds, lakes, and wildflower-strewn cliffs, which gives a vast opportunities to see different flora and fauna not usually found together.
Within the Park you can encounter an enormous number of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects.
The park was originally settled by aboriginals until the 19th century when loggers came in search for the Ottawa Valley’s white pines wood which was increasingly in demand by the growing economy.
The Park was established as a wildlife sanctuary in 1893. to preserve the area and its major rivers.
The area is visited by the people from all around the world who want to hear the wolves howling, catch a sight of the moose or just to paint this natural beauty.
HOW TO FIND IT East of Muskoka in Ontario – Canada. The main access points are via Highway 60, just east of Huntsville.
WHAT IS IT KNOWN FOR One of the largest provincial parks in Canada
IT IS IMPORTANT FOR Being an inspiration to famous Tom Thompson and the Canadian landscape painters – The Group of Seven
WHAT TO DO THERE Go canoeing in the more than 1500km (900mi) of canoe routes, go hiking, mountain bike riding, skiing or bird watching.
