Crab Lake

In my mind, there are only 2 seasons: Camping and Winter.  Between the fantastic weather we've had and our semi-flexible schedules; we have been lucky enough to go camping 8 times already and the season is not over yet.  August is probably my favourite month to go camping.  Hot days, cool nights, and best of all, no bugs!  We've enjoyed lots of paddling, swimming, hiking, fishing and just lounging around in the hammocks.  

We've canoed in on all (except one) of our trips, which have mostly to the Kawartha Highlands area.  This past weekend, five of us (with two canoes) camped at one of our favourite spots on Crab Lake.  This time, we figured out how to make it to the top of Blueberry Mountain. An easy paddle and hike to get there and well worth the view from the top. This would even make for a nice day trip, especially in the fall when the autumn colours are at their peak.   

 

The view from the top of Blueberry Mountain at Crab Lake

We camped at the site affectionately known as The Rock.  A short swim across the bay from this this site is a wonderful spot for cliff jumping into the deep water.  There is even a rope swing!

Connor, Vicky & Nelson about to jump (notice the rope swing on the far left of them)

Here is a map of Crab Lake:

So, if you haven't been lucky enough to get out there, the season is not over yet!  We used to camp in this park for for free, but now that this area is considered an Ontario Park, a reservation and a permit is required for overnight stays.