Western Uplands Backpacking Trail to Maple Leaf Lake

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Canada

Ontario

Unorganized South Nipissing

Western Uplands Backpacking Trail to Maple Leaf Lake

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Western Uplands Backpacking Trail to Maple Leaf Lake

03:16

11.8km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 21, 2026

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Algonquin Provincial Park

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Western Uplands Backpacking Trailhead

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This trailhead serves as the main access point for the Western Uplands Backpacking Trail, and a network of backpacking loops that range from 32 to 88 kilometres. Located just off …

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66 m

Oxtongue River

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The Oxtongue River winds through the forests of Algonquin Provincial Park, connecting lakes, wetlands, and wildlife habitat along its course. Its clear water and natural shoreline offer a glimpse into …

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1.07 km

Western Uplands Backpacking Trail

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One of Algonquin Provincial Park's premier backpacking routes, the Western Uplands Trail leads through a rugged landscape of forests, lakes, wetlands, and rocky ridges. The trail network offers several loop …

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5.90 km

Maple Leaf Lake

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Maple Leaf Lake is one of the backcountry lakes along Algonquin's Western Uplands Trail, surrounded by mixed forest and rocky shoreline. Accessible only on foot, it offers a quieter side …

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11.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

Surfaces

7.57 km

4.24 km

Elevation