What to do and see in Ontario's Near North, Ontario's Near North: The Best Gear Rentals

November 16, 2021 Major Galusha

Discover the best top things to do in Ontario's Near North, United States including Algonquin Outfitters, Algonquin Basecamp, Canoe Algonquin, Outdoor Adventures ATV, The Portage Store, Algonquin Outfitters – Opeongo Store & Water Taxi, The Port Shores, Temagami Outfitting, Fun Rentals.
Restaurants in Ontario's Near North

1. Algonquin Outfitters

Cedar Lake Access Point 27, Brent, Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario K0J 2M0 Canada +1 705-635-2243 http://algonquinoutfitters.com/contact/store-locations/brent/
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Algonquin Outfitters

Reviewed By dsapatkin

I've been renting from Jake at AO's Brent store every couple years since 1982 -- we happened across him cleaning out the store after being delayed a day when we picked up a canoe with a huge hole in it in Pembroke on a Sunday. (After several years coming in through Opeongo, I think before AO had that franchise, we looked at a map to see what would likely be the least trafficked part of the park and guessed at Brent.) A buddy and I (or just me a few times) always go for 10-12 days and everything about the rental and trip experience from Brent has always been perfect -- the canoe recommendations and actual canoes, rental packs (this year we tried a barrel for the first time and will never go back to hanging food again), Jake's suggestions on routes (the rangers can't help much with that but Jake knows every trail in the park, marked or not), everything.I trust him completely. The Brent store also happens to be right on the water, so you can get the canoe and go. I also had a good experience renting one time from AO's main location near Oxtongue Lake (but had to transport the canoe to where we were putting in to the northwest). Note that the Brent store has an eclectic mix of stuff for sale but far too limited to prepare for a trip (unless, I assume, you are getting complete outfitting, which I've never done). Cedar Lake also is a great location to start a trip, with multiple routes, lots of shortcuts if you fall behind, and a nice diversity of water bodies, from big lakes to small ones, streams, bogs, etc. And it's fairly quiet -- I often don't see anyone for a week between portaging a few days in and out.

2. Algonquin Basecamp

15 Main St, Kearney, Ontario P0A 1M0 Canada +1 705-783-2005 [email protected] http://algonquinbasecamp.ca/
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Algonquin Basecamp

Reviewed By NonnieO - Tysons Corner, United States

Chris and Robin are our favorite outfitters Robin tuned their deluxe outfitting package to meet our specific needs. They are a delight to work with - highly recommend them.

3. Canoe Algonquin

1914 518 Hwy E, Kearney, Ontario P0A 1M0 Canada +1 705-636-5956 [email protected] http://www.canoealgonquin.com/index.html
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Canoe Algonquin

Canoe Algonquin is your one stop Algonquin Adventure Outfitting store and gateway to Algonquin Park's Wilderness Westside. Here you'll find an abundance of wildlife, great fishing and amazing lakes and rivers to explore! We are located right in Kearney, Ontario. Canoe, kayak, gear, rentals and sales. We service Algonquin Park access points #2 Tim River, #3 Magnetawan Lake and #4 Rain Lake. We've been assisting in Backcountry Adventures for over 35 years.

4. Outdoor Adventures ATV

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Outdoor Adventures ATV

Outdoor Adventures ATV Guided Tours Established in 2017, in South River, Ontario which is located 40 minutes north of Huntsville off Hwy 11. We formed our business around our love of ATV's, Kayaking and snowmobiling. Outdoor Adventures ATV provides a one of a kind adventure to the outdoor enthusiast and vacationing tourist in Northern Ontario. Unleash your spirit of adventure come ride with us.

5. The Portage Store

Canoe Lake Highway 60 at Km. 14.1, Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario P1H 2H4 Canada +1 705-633-5622 [email protected] http://www.portagestore.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

The Portage Store

6. Algonquin Outfitters – Opeongo Store & Water Taxi

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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Algonquin Outfitters – Opeongo Store & Water Taxi

The biggest lake in Algonquin Park is home to the Algonquin Outfitters Opeongo Store and Water Taxi. Lake Opeongo is Algonquin Park’s largest body of water, well known for some of the best lake trout and Small-mouth bass fishing in the park. For canoeists or sea kayakers wishing a trip with no portages, the many campsites dotting the bays and islands of the big lake offer a unique alternative to a traditional lake and river route. A water taxi ride can give your trip a head start by eliminating the 15-25 km paddle to the main portages at the far end of the lake, or the boat can drop you off at your favourite Opeongo campsite. The Lake Opeongo access point (access # 11) offers excellent access to the central canoe tripping area of Algonquin Park. The store is located right at the access point, at the south end of Lake Opeongo in Algonquin Park. Our Opeongo Store offers canoe & kayak rentals, complete outfitting, water taxi service, as well as an outstanding selection of fish tackle, camping supplies, clothing, footwear, souvenirs, groceries, live bait, and ice. Lake Opeongo is a popular destination for day trippers. Canoe and kayak rentals are available for the day and the lake offers a wide variety of scenic destinations. The Hailstorm Creek Wildlife Viewing Trip allows day visitors to access the Hailstorm Creek Nature Reserve. This protected area offers excellent wildlife viewing, particularly for moose. Our unique program allows day-trippers to explore Hailstorm Creek without having to worry about paddling on the big lake – a water taxi transports people and canoes safely from our store to the mouth of the creek in 20 minutes. The trip price includes canoe rental, all safety equipment and water taxi transportation. This trip is available only at the Opeongo Store.

7. The Port Shores

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5.0 based on 5 reviews

The Port Shores

8. Temagami Outfitting

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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Temagami Outfitting

9. Fun Rentals

Lakeshore Drive, North Bay, Ontario Canada +1 705-471-4007 http://www.funrentals.ca
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2.5 based on 2 reviews

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