4 Days Alone in the Wilderness: A Solo Kayak Journey Through Algonquin

Описание: Early September in southern Algonquin Park, I set out solo from Smoke Lake on a 4-day, 3-night kayak and portaging trip. My route took me through Little Raccoon Lake, Lake Louisa, and Lac Bonnechere — with rugged portages, incredible wildlife, and a few surprises along the way.

From the Devil’s Staircase portage to sunrise loon calls, this trip had everything: tough carries, quiet lakes, curious otters, and peaceful campsites deep in the backcountry.

If you love canoe tripping, backcountry camping, or exploring Algonquin’s quieter routes, this video’s for you.

🌲 Trip Highlights:

Remote backcountry route from Smoke Lake to Lac Bonnechere
Wildlife encounters (otters, loons & more)
Challenging portages including the Devil’s Staircase
Solo travel in Algonquin’s southern lakes



0:00 Introduction
0:19 Day 1
3:10 Wildlife on Ragged Lake
7:48 The Devil's Staircase
15:18 Camping on Little Raccoon Lake
17:49 Day 2
19:42 The Double Devil's Staircase
24:11 Otters! (And a whole lot of portaging)
38:41 Camping on Lake Louisa
41:19 Day 3 - More Portaging... Like a lot of it.
55:30 Trying not to get lost in the weeds on Phipps Lake
59:38 Camping on Lac Bonnnechere
1:02:37 Day 4 - Morning Loons
1:08:37 Timelapse Home, with more wildlife
1:14:42 Route Map

🎒 Key Gear:
Delta 15.5 GT Kayak with DIY Yoke for portaging
Werner Camano paddle
Osprey Exos Pro 55 backpack
Nemo Hornet Osmo 2p Tent

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