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Algonquin Yeti Paddling.

Guided canoe trips and Kevlar canoe rentals out of Kingscote Lake Access Point #15 in the Algonquin Park Panhandle

01 — About

The brief.

Algonquin Yeti Paddling is a Harcourt-based commercial outfitter operating in the Panhandle of Algonquin Park, a short drive from Kingscote Lake Access Point #15. The shop rents ultralight Souris River Kevlar tripping canoes — a 16-foot tandem and a 17-foot three-seater — and runs guided day and overnight experiences along the York River corridor, including hikes to Gut Rapids, evening paddles to High Falls, and a three-day fall-colours trip to the Scorch Lake Lookout. The property covers 15 acres with tent, RV, and jump-off camping sites for staging Algonquin departures, plus canvas hot-tent winter retreats and snowshoe programming led by guide Allan. Bookings run by phone and email; a shuttle to Access Point #15 is available.

02 — Programs

11. ways in.

  1. 01

    16-Foot Souris River Ultralight Kevlar Tripping Canoe Rental

    For: Tandem paddlersWhen: 2026 canoe season

    A 16-foot Souris River ultralight Kevlar tripping canoe at roughly 40 lbs, sized for tandem paddlers heading into the Algonquin Park Panhandle. A $50 deposit secures the canoe with a full refund if cancelled 72 hours prior. Shuttle to Kingscote Lake Access Point #15 is available at a $40 flat rate; other destinations on request.

    $55.00/Daily Rate

  2. 02

    17-Foot Souris River Ultralight Kevlar Tripping Canoe Rental

    For: Three-seat partiesWhen: 2026 canoe season

    A 17-foot Souris River ultralight Kevlar tripping canoe with a third seat, suited to families or trios moving gear into the Park. Same Kevlar build at roughly 40 lbs, same $50 deposit and 72-hour refund window, and the same $40 flat-rate shuttle to Kingscote Lake Access Point #15 applies.

    $65.00/Daily Rate

  3. 03

    Hike to Gut Rapids

    A 5-hour, 8-km guided hike along the York River to the Gut Rapids rock chasm. $99/person; lunch provided, water self-supplied.

    $99/person

  4. 04

    Evening High Falls Guided Paddle

    A 4-hour guided paddle up the York River with a short hike to High Falls, including canoe rental, safety equipment, and a light meal. $150/adult, $125/youth.

    $150/adult — $125/youth

  5. 05

    Back Country Overnight Experience

    A 2-day, 1-night guided back-country trip with a Yeti guide; meals, tents, canoes, camping gear, and PFDs all included. $275/adult, $250/youth.

    $275/adult — $250/youth

  6. 06

    Scorch Lake Fall Colours Lookout Guided Trip

    For: AdultsWhen: Fall colours season — Friday noon departure from Kingscote Lake Access Point #15

    A 3-day, 2-night guided canoe trip in the Algonquin Park Panhandle, paddling ~8 km from Access Point #15 to Byers Lake on Day 1, up the York River to the Scorch Lake Lookout on Day 2, and back past cascading falls, Gut Rapids, and High Falls on Day 3. Canoes, gear, sleeping bags, tents, waterproof packs, and all meals are included; guests bring clothing and personal items.

    $550 per person plus HST (25% deposit at booking; balance before departure)

  7. 07

    Couples/Friends Winter Weekend Retreat

    For: Couples and small groupsWhen: Winter

    A canvas hot-tent stay on a 15-acre property, with wood or propane stove, cots, firewood, and access to an on-property snowshoe trail. A short drive from Algonquin Park's High Falls — set up as an off-grid winter overnight rather than a serviced cottage rental.

    Packages starting at $300.00 for two people per night

  8. 08

    Guided Winter Day Trips

    When: Winter

    A tiered set of winter day-trip routes: High Falls Trail (2–3 hours, beginner/family), Rock Lake Loop (4–5 hours, intermediate), and Gut Rapids (full day, winter enthusiast). Contact for pricing.

    Contact for details

  9. 09

    Guided Snow Shoe & Chaga Identification

    When: Winter

    A guided snowshoe outing paired with chaga identification. Snowshoe rentals and family rates available; contact for pricing.

    Contact for details

  10. 10

    Guided Winter Survival Workshop

    When: Winter

    A winter survival workshop led by guide Allan, covering primitive fire, harvesting combustible materials, and constructing a bow drill on a snowshoe hike. Contact for pricing.

    Contact for details

  11. 11

    On-Property Overnight Camping

    Tent sites, small RV sites, and "jump-off" sites for paddlers staging an early Algonquin Park departure from 4025 Loop Road. Contact for rates and availability.

    Contact for details

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AER’s guide to Algonquin Yeti Paddling · Compiled from aypinfo.caLast verified 2026-05-27