Hike FullViewpoints Galore

Experienced leader Wally Ozog and his sweep Larry will get you high on this hike. Along the ridges of the Crest of Kennisis and Circuit of 5 Viewpoints trails you will visit some amazing vistas to photograph the emerging fall colours. This hike is a good workout on rugged terrain. Bring water, snacks and lunch. Hiking poles are recommended. Suitable for adults and youth 12+. No dogs please.

HIKE #: 2

DATE: Friday, September 20

START TIME: 9:00 am

DURATION: 5 hours, 9.5km

LOCATION: 2029 Little Hawk Lake Rd

RATING: Challenging (with some steep climbs)

MAXIMUM # 20

AMENITIES: Parking, washrooms

LEADER: Wally Ozog

LEADER BIO: Wally is an avid hiker, snowshoer, and a cross country skier . As a resident of Algonquin Highlands, he has hiked all the local trails including Algonquin Park. Since retirement he has enjoyed the trails of the Canadian Rockies, Newfoundland, Scotland, England, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, and Peru. Wally is a certified hike leader (Hike Ontario).

DIRECTIONS:  From Haliburton take Hwy 118 west to Carnarvon. Turn right onto Hwy 35 and continue north to Little Hawk Lake Rd (County Road 13). Turn right and follow east on Little Hawk Lake Rd and proceed to the trailhead located on left before you get to Oakview Lodge. Distance from Haliburton is 32km; travel time is approximately 33 minutes. From Minden take Hwy 35 north to Little Hawk Lake Rd (County Road 13) and proceed as described above. Distance from Minden is 23km; travel time is approximately 24 minutes. GPS coordinates: N 45.1331, W 78.7232