Algonquin Park Vacation Rentals

Algonquin Provincial Park is located in southern Ontario, Canada. It's a beautiful countryside location which comprises of forests, rivers and lakes. Traditional Algonquin Park cabin and cottage rentals are typically cozy and have everything you will need for a great stay. They are located next to the park which offers some great walking trails. Look out for moose and bears as they live in the area.

Algonquin Park's Historical Sites

As the oldest Provincial Park in Canada, Algonquin is rich with history as well as natural beauty!

The Algonquin Logging Museum is interesting and educational as it spans many years of the logging industry. The methods of logging are demonstrated and you can also see how loggers used to live in this challenging environment. The museum also shows how technology has been introduced to make logging easier.

For those of you who are interested in art head to the Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery. Many of the local artists paint the surrounding landscape; visitors can purchase some lovely art which makes a great Souvenir.

Exploring Algonquin Provincial Park with Kids

On the drive to Algonquin, make a stop at the Muskoka Heritage Place. The kids can visit houses, shops and a school to see how the early settlers lived. This museum is great fun for all the family as there are often children's activities during the holiday season.

Hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts

Beaver Pond Trail is relatively easy to navigate and is fun to wander around. The trail has beautiful scenery and lots of birds and wildlife to spot. The pond is home to frogs and insects and kids will love looking out for these.

For those of you who are feeling a bit more energetic or adventurous, the Lookout Trail is a great walk with lots of large glacial rocks. The trail ends at a large rocky ledge and has panoramic views over the surrounding park - you can see the mountain range in the distance, surrounded by forest.

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