Point Trail

Location

Mikisew Provincial Park, 301 Park Road South, west of South River

Trailhead UTM 615631 mE x 5074960 mN
Ownership Ministry of Natural Resources - Ontario Parks

Management

Mikisew Provincial Park

Length

0.5 km / 0.31 miles

Difficulty

easy

Activities

hiking, biking

Amenities

paid parking, washrooms and picnic areas within park

Surface

backcountry

User Fees a park-entry fee is charged to access the trails within the park

Rules for Use: 

- motorized travel is prohibited 
- appropriate footwear is a necessity
- pets must be leashed at all times 
- park entry permit is required for trail use

Maintenance:

- annually

Additional Information:

Ontario Provincial Parks are generally open from the May long weekend until Thanksgiving, though these dates may vary depending on the Park.  For exact operating dates, please contact Ontario Parks at 1-888-ONT-PARK, or call the Mikisew Provincial Park directly at (705) 386-7762 (from May to Sept), or at (705) 729-2010 (from Oct to Apr).

Description:

This beautiful and short trail is found on a small piece of land that juts out into Eagle Lake.  This gateway within the park is a perfect place to enjoy a nice picnic, or read a good book by the water. 

Directions: 

From the HWY 11/17 junction near Seymour Street, head southeast on HWY 11 for about 57 km (35.4 miles).  Turn right at Marie Street and right at Eagle Lake Road.  Continue on Eagle Lake Road for 13 km (8.1 miles), and turn left at Park Road South.  Take a left 1.5 km (0.93 miles) later towards the Provincial Park.