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Coastal
Trail |
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Location
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Mashkinonje
Provincial Park, 342 Musky Island Road, south of Lavigne |
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Trailhead UTM |
551129 mE x 5120428 mN |
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Ownership |
Ministry of Natural Resources - Ontario Parks |
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Management |
Friends of Mashkinonje
and Municipality of French River |
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Length
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4.4 km / 2.7 miles
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Difficulty
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moderate to difficult
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Activities
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hiking,
snowshoeing
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Amenities
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parking,
lookout, scenic bridge
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Surface
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moderate,
rolling
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Rules for Use:
- no bicycle or motorized use of trails
- pets must be kept on a leash
- removal of natural or historic objects; damage or defacing of property; and litter prohibited under Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act
Safety Considerations:
- the official park status is non-operating and the park is not staffed by Ontario Parks, but it is maintained in partnership with community volunteers
- in the winter time, access roads may not be ploughed
- become familiar with backcountry travel and techniques, safety practices, and ethics
- take appropriate clothing, food, water, navigational aids, and a first aid kit when hiking or paddling
- protection from biting insects is recommended during spring and summer
- the park is the natural habitat for moose, bears, wolves, and bobcats, to name a few, so when hiking, pay attention and watch for wildlife
Maintenance:
- twice a year
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Description:
This trail follows bedrock ridges along the coast of Lake Nipissing, offering beautiful views of the West Arm. The bridge midway along the trail is a perfect spot for a picnic. The trail links to 27.7 km
(17.2 miles) of trails networks.
Directions:
From
the HWY 11/17 junction near Seymour Street, take HWY 17 northwest for
44 km (27.3 miles). Turn left at Lavac
Road, left again at Beaudry Road, and right at LeClair Road for 6 km
(3.7 miles). Turn left onto HWY 64, and travel for 25 km (15.5 miles) until Mashkinonje
Provincial Park appears on your right.
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