A few weeks ago we managed to arrange a trip in Algonquin to take in the fall colours and do some hiking. Unfortunately, we missed the peak colours for the maples, but we were lucky to catch the remaining golden leaves before they fell as well.
Staying in a yurt (which we got super lucky to get last minute) is definitely something we enjoy doing every now and again. They provide a much appreciated warm escape from the elements during the shoulder seasons and winter for those without hot tents.
My boys had gone hiking before I arrived and they checked out Ragged Falls and the Oxtongue River. Dan took some great photos of the rushing waters and the fall colors surrounding the river.
Ragged Falls 
Once I finally arrived for the night we cooked super and settled in to our evening where we enjoyed playing games at the table.
Just chilling before we eat 
Game of crazy 8’s 
Kicking butt in Phase 10
We were up and on the move early because we knew the park would get busier as the day progressed. The key to getting in a good hike is getting to the trailhead early to beat the crowds, so we headed straight to the Lookout Trial and began our hike. The parking lot was already getting really busy and there were many hikers on the trail with us.
As we neared the top of the trail to the famous lookout section the fog had rolled in really thick. It was like we were transported back to Newfoundland, but with the forest of typical Algonquin surroundings. Many other hikers did not stay and headed back down the trail, but we decided to wait at the top for a while just in case. Sure enough the fog started to clear and we had an opening where the sun came out and lit up the beautiful golden colors below.
Lookout Trail 
On our way up 
Did he sprout from this tree? 
Loves climbing rocks 
Fog greeted us 
Finally cleared for great views 
Beauty Views 
It was getting time to leave and when we reached the parking lot, there was an OPP officer directing traffic as the parking lot was now officially full. We heard that later that morning the park had sold out of day passes and patrons were not permitted into the park anymore that day.
Since it was still really early, we decided to take a detour to the southern portion of the park on our way home and hike into High Falls. It was my third time visiting the falls this year and they were quite impressive once again.
Dan did his thing at the falls by taking some beautiful pictures of the flowing water. I have learned to be patient when he takes his camera gear, but Hayden is quite the opposite. He likes to hike in, see, then leave right away. Eventually he will learn to sit and enjoy the views as much as we do.
Photo by Dan
It was a great visit to the park and we will be headed back again soon for some fall and winter adventures. We have a new piece of gear coming our way and we are excited to share this with you soon. Thanks for reading and please leave a comment below as we love to hear from our readers.
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