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Where to Canoe near Toronto

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Looking for the best places to Canoe in and around Toronto? Below are some great routes, trips and resources to help you Canoe in and around Toronto.

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From the iconic Ottawa River with its world-class whitewater to serene flatwater paddling in the heart of cottage country, Ontario offers something for every paddler. Chase big waves, tackle multi-day wilderness trips in Algonquin Park, or soak up fall colors on clear, glassy lakes. And let’s not forget the beauty of the region—think rugged Canadian Shield, shimmering waterways, and endless wildlife encounters. It’s no wonder Ontario’s rivers and lakes are a must hit for every paddler in North America.

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Canoe Trips or Routes around Toronto

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Lower Section
Humber River - Easy day trip into the Humber river. Paddle to Lake Ontario and back in under 2 hours. Lots of wildlife, and very little motorboat wake.
Lower Lower Section
Humber River - Easy day trip into the Humber river. Paddle to Lake Ontario and back in under 2 hours. Lots of wildlife, and very little motorboat wake.
Tommy Thompson park
Lake Ontario - Easy day trip from Cherry beach leading to Tommy Thompson
Centre Island
Lake Ontario - Paddle to Centre island across the Eastern Channel. Half day or full day trip.
Humber Bay
Lake Ontario - Beautiful full or half day trip along the eastern coast of Lake Ontario. View the city landscape from afar, and view the lakeshores true natural habitat.
Sunnyside Park
Lake Ontario - Beautiful paddle along the eastern shores of Lake Ontario. Paddle on either side of the wave break wall for your level of adventure. Calm waters on one side for those looking for a gentle paddle. Many spots to stop and enjoy.
Ontario Place
Lake Ontario - Enjoy Ontario Place & Trillum Park from the water. See the city landscape from afar. Multiple spots to stop for a break, or a quick swim.
Ashbridges Bay
Lake Ontario - Paddle along Ashbridges Bay , and towards Woodbine Beach. Great half day trip, with excellent spots to stop.

Photos of Toronto Trips

Humber River Lower Section

Humber River Lower Section

Lower Humber at Old Mill Station. Put down area
July 29, 2024

West Humber River Claireville Dam section

Our first time seeing this wave.
July 22, 2020

Resources around Toronto

Kawartha Whitewater Paddlers

Whether you’re a kayaker or open boater, our club is always looking for fresh, new faces. We are proudly affiliated with Whitewater Ontario and World Kayak. Our club is based out of the Kawarthas, but we will routinely paddle Burleigh Falls, Gull River, Madawaska, the Highway 7 runs (Marmora area) and the Ottawa river. Our members come from as far as the Kingston area, Cobourg, Whitby, Port Perry, Barrie, Toronto, Ottawa and of course, Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough! We have a depth of experience amongst our members and every year we ensure to include events for all paddling levels so that new and advanced boaters may challenge themselves while making safety our first priority.
6 Page Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
6476182470
http://www.kwpclub.ca

Toronto SUP and Kayak

SUP and kayak rentals, secure on-site kayak and SUP storage, Paddle Canada sanctioned SUP and kayak clinics, courses and certification.
1 Cherry St, Toronto, ON M5A 1A1
(647) 546-4787
https://www.torontosup.com/

Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Centre

Rent a Kayak, Canoe or Stand Up Paddleboard
283 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5V 1A2
(416) 203-2277
https://paddletoronto.com/

Toronto Island SUP Inc.

Lessons, Rentals, Tours
13 Algonquin Bridge Rd, Toronto, ON M5J 2C8
(416) 899-1668
https://www.torontoislandsup.com/

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