Solitaire Lake loop — Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve

Hiking trails & Routes

Canada

Ontario

Lake Of Bays

Solitaire Lake loop — Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve

Easy

4.8

(14)

115

hikers

Solitaire Lake loop — Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve

01:41

6.30km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.09 km

Solitaire Lake

Highlight • Lake

Solitaire Lake is a beautiful and quiet, nestled in the heart of Limberlost Forest. It is one of over twenty private lakes in the reserve, bordered by mixed hardwood forest and granite outcrops typical of the Canadian Shield. The lake is visible from multiple points along its perimeter trail, including Echo Rock Lookout and the Quartz Rock Deposit. As part of the protected wilderness area, motorized vehicles are not allowed, making it an ideal spot for a peaceful, low-impact hiking experience.

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4.43 km

Quartz Rock Deposit

Highlight • Natural Monument

This exposed outcrop of white quartz embedded in granite is a unique contrast against the surrounding forest. It’s just steps away from Echo Rock Lookout, and is a popular rest stop and a great place to capture a few memorable photos.

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4.69 km

Echo Rock Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view of Solitaire Lake and the surrounding forest from this natural granite ledge is breathtaking, especially in the fall when the leaves of the hardwoods change colour. It’s a beautiful spot, known for its quiet atmosphere and echo effect across the water, hence the name.

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6.30 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.70 km

590 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

665 m

< 100 m