​Algonquin Park Hiking Trip

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Photo courtesy Ontario Parks
Ahoy, nature enthusiasts! Join our day trip from Toronto to Algonquin Park, where you'll explore vibrant wildflowers, towering trees, and hopefully get a sight of some wildlife. The adventure includes a visit to the Visitor's Centre and two scenic hikes (one is easy and one is moderate to difficult), promising a perfect day of exploration and wildlife delight amidst the rejuvenated beauty of the great outdoors. It's a perfect escapade for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike, offering a glimpse into the rejuvenation of the great outdoors. Join us for a day of exploration, discovery, and wildlife spotting delight in Algonquin Park.
  • ​Please note this is a long day, between 12-13 hours in total depending on your pickup location. 
  • This tour is NOT recommended for those with mobility issues. 
  • ​Comfortable walking or hiking shoes are strongly recommended.
  • You are welcome to bring your own walking or hiking poles to assist you on the hikes.

Tour Dates

1-Day Trip
​Sat June 28, 2025
Full refund if you cancel for any reason at least 7 days before departure.

Price

$120 per person
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!

Pickup Locations

7:30 AM Mississauga Hurontario & Courtney Park Drive
8:00 AM York Mills Station
8:30 AM Vaughan Weston Rd & Hwy 7
To book over the phone
​please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on highway motorcoach with a washroom and WiFi included.
  • Admission to Algonquin Park included.
  • Visit to Algonquin Park Visitor's Centre included.
  • Transportation to and from the trails included.
  • 2 Hikes included. Please see the Notes section below for more information about the available hikes. 
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during trip.
  • All taxes & tips included.

Notes

  • The first hike is at the Algonquin Logging Museum and is a 1.3 km loop trail rated as flat and easy. It has exhibits that summarize the logging history of the Algonquin area. Along the trail you will pass a recreated camboose camp and a fascinating steam-powered amphibious tug called an "alligator" among the many exhibits on display.
  • For the second hike you have a choice of either the Big Pines Trail or the Lookout Trail. Both trails start from the same location and both are 2.9 km loop trails.
    • The Big Pines trail is a fairly level loop trail that visits spectacularly large, old growth White Pine and the remains of an 1880s logging camp. The trail difficulty is rated as moderate.
    • The Lookout Trail is fairly steep and rugged, but rewards the hiker with a magnificent view of several hundred square kilometres of Algonquin. The trail is rated as difficult with rough terrain, exposed tree roots and rocks. The climb is steep in some sections.
  • Both hikes are optional. If you decide to skip the second hike, you will remain at the visitor's centre where you can continue to enjoy the beautiful deck, the bookstore & giftshop, restrooms and WiFi.
  • Depending on trail conditions and with advice from Algonquin Park staff, the hike trails may be changed upon arrival at the park.
  • ​Food is not available at Algonquin Park. We stop at rest areas on the way to and from the park. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch and beverages or purchase something to eat at our stops along the way. Various fast food outlets will be available at our stops. Meals are not included in the tour price.

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date. 
  • You can transfer your seat to anyone else you know, up to the time of departure without penalty. 

Approximate Return Times

  • Vaughan 8:15 PM
  • York Mills Station 8:50 PM
  • Mississauga 9:25 PM

​Travelling With Children

  • Children 10+ are welcome on this tour. Price is the same as adults.

Algonquin Park

Take in the beauty and subtle hues of Algonquin's spring colours. Enjoy the pastel green of Trembling Aspen leaves, the pink wash of distant Red Maples, the white of cherry blossoms, and the silvery puffs of the Largetooth Aspen.

Interesting Facts
  • It is about 7,600 square kilometres in size and is 1.5 times the size of Prince Edward Island or about a quarter of the size of the country of Belgium.  
  • Over 2,400 lakes and 1,200 kilometres of streams and rivers are located within the park. 
  • The park is considered part of the "border" between Northern Ontario and Southern Ontario. 
  • It was named a National Historic Site of Canada in 1992.

Algonquin Park Visitor Centre

Opened in 1993 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Algonquin Provincial Park and the entire Ontario provincial park system, the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre has exhibits on the Park's natural and human history, a cafe, an excellent bookstore & gift shop, a movie theatre that shows a film about the story of the park on a continuous loop, washrooms and of course the impressive viewing deck.