First Snow Fall of the Year

Last night we had our first serious snow fall of the year. Not sure how long it will last, here is the view of Algonquin Inn from across Oxtongue Lake



This is a picture of the canoes stacked for yet another year at our neighbors across the bridge, The Algonquin Outfitters and Swift Canoe.

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lake temperature 78f

What a difference a week makes in the Lake water temperatures at oxtongue lake , Gord over at Beauview cottages on lake of bays Muskoka advised that he has taken the water temperature today and it is an amazing 78f.
In less than a week, the water has warmed up dramatically.

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Ragged falls Oxtongue Lake

Ragged Falls Provincial Park is a unique Park, 5 kms west of Algonquin Provincial Park ,Ragged Falls is a little known hidden gem, which is only a two minute drive from the Algonquin Inn on highway # 60 towards Algonquin Park West gate.

This is a wild waterfall, and unlike its many neighbors in the Muskoka Region it has not been dammed or diverted in any way. A well groomed trail leads to a nice overlook of the falls. A chain link fence along the gorge walls is the only thing that takes away from the wildness of the area.
The falls is a steep cascade that is somewhat 'S' shaped. You can climb along the rocks alongside the falls, and it is easy to get to the base and to the top of the falls. The view from the bottom is particularly impressive.
The Oxtongue River flows out of Algonquin Provincial Park into Oxtongue Lake and eventually into the Lake of Bays Muskoka, which is the source of the South Branch of the Muskoka River. The Muskoka eventually reaches Lake Huron by means of Moon River.
Oxtongue River is primarily a waterway park. The Ragged Falls section consists of a small parking area just off of Hwy 60 and the trails to the falls. There is a fee to park.



Nearby Falls


There are a lot of waterfalls in this area. Gravel Chute is upstream of Ragged Falls and Marsh's Falls is downstream. There are many waterfalls in Algonquin Provincial Park, but most of the bigger ones are on the eastern side of the park. Bracebridge Falls. Muskoka Falls, Muskoka High Falls and others can all be found near Bracebridge.




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the ice is out on Oxtongue Lake

it's offical the ice is now off oxtongue lake spring has truly sprung...

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river flow into Oxtongue Lake

Picture taken today of Oxtongue Lake, it clearly shows the river has entered into the main part of the lake, it will only take a few days more to be totally across then the wind will do it's job and start to break up the main ice.
Oxtongue is the first Lake in the area to freeze up in November, that's when we can safely start to ice skate. Becusae of the river flow, Oxtongue is the first to have full open water.

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Beatle Lake Trail - Next to Algonquin Inn

Wow, are we ever pleased to announce that finally there is a hiking trail next to Algonquin Inn for our guests to use. It is not an easy trail but well worth the effort. Offering a fantastic view of the Oxtongue Lake, as well as the peace and tranquility of the general area.

Here for your convenience is a map of the Hike. Our family has done it many times, so when you are here, if you have any questions .

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