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Canoeing to Dryberry Lake offers a quiet wilderness experience in one of the world’s most important freshwater research regions called the Experimental Lake Area. Paddlers travel through clear northern waters surrounded by boreal forest, rocky shorelines, and abundant wildlife. The journey combines peaceful canoeing with the chance to explore a landscape that has helped scientists understand how pollution and environmental changes affect lakes. There is no official maintenance of this area, however many portages are kept-up and signed. Unauthorized motorized boats are not permitted in the Experimental Lakes region of this route, which include Stewart Lake, Manomin, Winnange & Geejay Lakes. Highlights include secluded beaches, natural erratic caves, and towering granite cliffs. Please support the important scientific research done in this area by following all signage and decontamination protocols when entering and exiting the ELA.
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All skill levels; flat water only
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Dryberry Lake loop is approximately 100km (5-7 days), although there are opportunities to explore nearby lakes to extend the trip.
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Spotty cell reception in the area. All paddlers are encouraged to bring a satellite-enabled communication device.
Campsites and portages are rustic and not professionally maintained.
Invasive species abatement practices are carried out between lakes in the ELA. Please follow all practices as posted in the area by portages and access points.
Black bears are present throughout.
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Parking is free and available on Pine Road. It is maintained but not monitored by the Experimental Lakes Area. Lodges along the south shore of Dryberry Lake provide egress for paddles on emergencies. Please contact Lodges for permission to use as a launching point into Dryberry Lake.