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Hiking in Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park: trails, map and practical info

Algonquin Park, Almaguin Highlands, Muskoka and Parry Sound • Ontario

Explore the historic Mattawa River corridor in Ontario's Algonquin region through the Etienne Trail system, offering loops from 5 to 17 kilometers. This 100m elevation adventure winds through classic Canadian Shield terrain where French explorer Samuel de Champlain once traveled.

100 m
Elevation
Dogs
Allowed
Recommended for :

Ready to explore Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

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Trail description

Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park is located near Mattawa in Ontario's Algonquin region, within the larger Algonquin Park, Almaguin Highlands, Muskoka, and Parry Sound area. The park protects over 2,500 hectares of Canadian Shield wilderness along the historic Mattawa River. Named after the French explorer who paddled these very waters in the early 1600s, the park carries a sense of place that goes well beyond the trails themselves.

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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
6905 Hwy 17 E, Mattawa, Ontario P0H 1V0, Canada
GPS coordinates
46.2839009, -78.8544047
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The samuel de champlain provincial park is located in Ontario. To get to the start of the trails, take Highway 401 to exit 727 and follow Highway 2 north for about 9 km. The park entrance will be on your left.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?

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Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
Dogs allowed
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
46.2839009, -78.8544047
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
The elevation gain of Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park is 100 m.
Yes, dogs are allowed at Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park.
No, Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park has no visitor centre on site.
To reach Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park, take Highway 401 to exit 727 and follow Highway 2 north for about 9 km. The park entrance will be on your left.
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Update : October 2026