Route: Ridge Trail - Circuit of 5 Viewpoints - Crests of Kennisis (ON, Canada)

Submitted by dan riley on Sat, 09/20/2025 - 10:25am
Location
Ontario, CA
Distance
24.5 km
Vertical Gain
881 m
Description

A linked route north of Carnarvon. The trailhead is located on North Shore Rd, about 1km off Highway 35.

Linked Route is:

  • Ridge Trail (8km)
  • Circuit of 5 Viewpoints (5km)
  • Crests of Kennisis (6km)


Steep hills, some wet spots, plenty of views. Trails are clearly marked, signs at each junction. 

https://www.algonquinhighlands.ca/explore-play/trails/

AlgonquinTrails

Parking is available in a small roadside lot 50m from the trailhead. 

VARIATION NOTE: The "out and back with a twist" refers to the requirement of completing all of the Circuit of 5 Viewpoints Loop. (Taking one side on the way out, and the other side on the way back)

GPS Track