Map of Barry’s Bay – Topo Map of the Week

This weekend, Paddle Canada hosted the 2009 Central Canadian Paddling Symposium in Barry’s Bay, and since topographic maps are such an important part of every canoe and kayak trip, we thought we would focus in on the region for the Topo Map of the Week.

Barry’s Bay is a small town located 2 hours west of Ottawa in the Madawaska Valley, just east of Algonquin Park. It is situated on Kamaniskeg Lake, one of numerous lakes found along the Madawaska River – a favourite of canoeists and kayakers alike.

The area around Barry’s Bay is a popular cottage region for Toronto and Ottawa residents. With many lakes in the area, access roads to the major urban centres, and beautiful natural scenery, the region is a perfect get-away for weekends and vacations.

Paugh Lake

Good friends of mine have a cottage on the island in he middle of Paugh Lake, just north of Barry’s Bay. Paugh Lake is a gem that’s both accessible being relatively close to Barry’s Bay, while maintaining a very natural feel on the lake and the surroundings. A little swimming, a little canoeing, a little sunning, a barbecue and a beer or two – what could be better? Now if only I could have had one of these handy maps in hand. Next time!

Create your own Topographic Maps of Barry’s Bay with MapSherpa. Simply search for Barry’s Bay, or your favourite location with the search function in the upper left corner of the map making application.