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#7 on this list
Algonquin Provincial Park interior
Ontario, Canada
Canada's best-known canoe country, with a huge network of lakes, rivers and portages.
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#8 on this list
Gorges de l'Ardèche
Ardèche, France
Limestone canyon paddling from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc past the natural Pont d'Arc arch.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Algonquin Provincial Park interior | Gorges de l'Ardèche |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Multiple access points incl. Canoe Lake | — |
| Permits | Ontario Parks backcountry permit | — |
| Style | Lake-and-portage loops | — |
| Season | Ice-out to freeze-up | — |
| Start | — | Vallon-Pont-d'Arc |
| Landmark | — | Pont d'Arc natural arch |
| Typical time | — | 1–2 days |
| Overnight | — | Designated bivouacs, booking required |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Algonquin Provincial Park interior
- Endless route options
- Easy outfitter access
- Busy near access points
- Bugs in early summer
Gorges de l'Ardèche
- Spectacular canyon
- Easy logistics
- Crowded in summer
- Short trip
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