The Waterway:Hogg Bay/Big Rideau/Loon Lake Loop
#23 (Tay Valley Township)
How to Get There: Six km south of Perth on County Road 1 to County Road 21. Twelve km to Murphys Point.
The Launch Site: At the main beach on Hogg Bay. Site fees apply.
The Paddle: Recommended direction for prevailing winds from the west: paddle the narrow channel from Hogg Bay into Big Rideau Lake and keep to the left shoreline around the point into Noble Bay. Paddle almost to the end of the bay, then portage 100 m into Loon Lake, then second portage of 100 m into Hogg Bay. Picnic at McParlan House (Hogg Bay), natural beach or point (Big Rideau) or Park Store (Loon Lake). Camping available at 14 boat-access campsites.
Watch For: Black Creek rapids, Burgess Sawmill ruins and restored homestead (Hogg Bay).
Seasonal Information: Park open from early May to Thanksgiving, camping or day-use vehicle permit required. Canoe rentals available late June – Labour Day.
