Spanish River Provincial Park
exclusive access
The Spanish River and Biscotasi Lake are favourites for backcountry canoeing. Its rugged landscape, towering pines, variety of whitewater, a chance to include road or train access options, and choice of routes make it a popular trip.
The Spanish River offers paddling for canoeists of intermediate skill level, with Class I and II rapids, lots of swifts, and moving water. Take the East Branch of the river for whitewater fun or take the train to Biscotasing to start your trip on the wilder, West Branch of the river.
Stay on huge island-studded Biscotasi Lake for flatwater paddling and great fishing.
It’s a historic route of the Ojibwe, 18th century fur traders and turn of the century Forest Ranger Archie Belaney, known later as Grey Owl.
Special instructions
Canoo Members receive free day use entry into Ontario Parks! Daily vehicle permits are available on this park on a first come first served basis upon arrival at the gatehouse. Please arrive at the park with your Canoo App. To validate your free entry, the park gatehouse personnel will either provide a 4-digit code that you will input on the Canoo App OR they will provide a QR code for you to scan on the Canoo app. An ID must be shown.
