Doube’s Bridge hike + Canoe Day Plan

Doube’s Bridge + Canoe Day Plan
Stop 1 — Morning Walk
📍 Orange Corners Road Access Walk the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail to Doube's Trestle Bridge
Hiking Plan
Start early: around 8:30–9:00 AM
Walk east on trail
Cross the bridge
Continue until:
7.5 km
Turn back
Total:
15 km
~3.5–4.5 hours
After Hike

Stop 2 — Canoe/Kayak

Emily Provincial Park
Canoes and kayaks are available for rent throughout the summer months. Please contact the park directly for availability. All necessary safety equipment is included.

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) are available for loan at the park store. For a $35 refundable deposit, visitors can borrow a properly fitted PFD for themselves and their children.

Good for:
beginner canoeing
relaxing paddle
scenic river views
less stressful launching
Paddle Route
Explore the Pigeon River
Paddle casually toward:
marsh areas
quiet shoreline
Emily Provincial Park direction

Timeline
8:30 AM → Start hike
12:30–1:00 PM → Finish hike
1:00 PM → Lunch/snack break
1:30 PM → Drive to canoe launch
2:00–4:00 PM → Paddle
4:30 PM → Early dinner nearby

Bring
For both activities:
water
electrolytes
snacks/protein bars
sunscreen
bug spray
hat
extra socks
towel
portable charger
change of clothes
For canoe:
waterproof bag
sandals/water shoes
life jacket