Surviving a Daddy-Daughter Fishing Trip in Northern Ontario | Episode 10

In today’s episode, we have fishing accidents, bleeding knees, a lost hiking expedition, a hangry daddy…and a very special guest!

Our youngest daughter joins Dan to talk about all of the mishaps that happen when you take a trip without Mom…and how that leads to lots of fun (and lots of fish)!

In particular, Dan laments the lack of boxed lunches for the road. If you haven’t learned about Box Lunches yet, listen to episode 8 where we review our best trips for making more miles on your road trips.

Finlayson Point Provincial Park

Cagtegory: Provincial Park

Location: Temagami, Ontario

Area: 47.00 ha

Year Established: 1963

Address: 24 Finlayson Park Road, Temagami P0H 2H0

Seasonal Opening Dates:

• May to Labour Day for Day Use
• June to Labour Day for Campground
• *check site for exact opening dates.

How to Book: reservations.ontarioparks.com     

*reservation window opens 5 months to the day prior to your trip*

Total Campground sites: 117 sites, 1 Cabin

Nightly Site Rates (not including HST) *regular rates* – please see ontarioparks.com for Ontario Seniors and persons with disabilities rates:

*PLEASE NOTE* Ontario Provincial parks have three rate categories which are dependant on popularity of a campsite and availability of amenities and programs

HIGH

Electric: $47.50

Non-electric: $42.00

MIDDLE

Electric: $43.75

Non-electric: $31.00

LOW

Electric: $37.75

Non-electric: $34.25

Campground Description:

Located on a peninsula in the island-dotted waters of Lake Temagami, Finlayson Point provincial park is the gateway to the vast wilderness of Temagami and the Lady Evelyn-Smoothwater which is the centre of a 2400km interconnected canoeing network.

A base for canoeists, boaters, hikers and anglers seeking the wilds of Temagami region, campers will find sites for tents up to large RVs, some with electric, comfort stations and amenities, and lots of swimming and hiking opportunity in the area. Just across the highway lies, the White Bear Woods with an abundance of ancient forest to explore. Not far from the park is the Caribou Mountain lookout and fire tower, with views over the park, the town of Temagami and Lake Temagami

RV Canucks Campground Review

SITES

It’s important to note that there are some hills in the campground and the roads are loose gravel. On our first trip to the park some years back, we locked up the brakes skidding down the hill with our 29′ travel trailer, so we warned to take it slow and easy if camping with a larger rig.

The campground contains two comfort stations, complete with hot water, showers, flush toilets (all barrier-free), and laundry facilities.

Boat Dock and Fish Cleaning Stations

Finlayson Point has a boat basin with docking facilities, along with a boat launch and fish cleaning area. Mooring fees apply when using the docking facilities.

Look out for Bass, Pike, Perch, Lake Trout and Walleye in abundance. A valid fishing license is required to fish and limits are in effect.

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Hiking and Daytrips

There are lots of hiking and canoe access points in the area. We suggest picking up an adventure map which lists the various public access locations.

One must-do trip is the Caribou Fire Tower. The view from the top is fantastic, and it is an easy walk from the parking lot to the tower base. Entrance is via a nominal fee for upkeep and maintenance

Temagami

Temagami is a small municipality, but one that has enough amenities and shops to make your trip comfortable. Great ice cream, sundries, alcohol and artisan shops are only a short hop away from the park and well worth a visit. For a complete listing of services, visit the Municipality of Temagami Website

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