Kejikujik NP – Channel Lake Hike

Starting at Big Dam, this is a 1-2 day backcountry intermediate loop.

Trail Location

  • Starting waypoint: 44.441886, -65.253253 (open map)
  • Location source: Trail waypoint from gpx_for_app index
  • GPX file: Kejikujik_NP_Channel_Lake_Hike.gpx
  • GPX track name: Kejikujik NP – Channel Lake Hike

Recent Trail Notes

Recent trail-related items found during a five-year scan from July 12, 2021 through July 12, 2026. Verify access, closures, and conditions with the park, trail manager, or local association before heading out.

No recent trail-specific news item was found in the five-year scan. This draft keeps the section as a review note so it can be refreshed before publishing.

Trip Summary

Trip Stats

25.0km
Distance
15.5mi
Distance
44h 19m
Total time
0.6km/h
Avg speed (incl. stops)
3.2km/h
Moving speed
680m
Elevation gain
688m
Elevation loss
177m
Highest point

Elevation Profile

Terrain & Pace Summary

Hilly Walk

Good rolling terrain with 680 m of gain over 25.0 km (27 m/km). Rewarding underfoot without being punishing.

Leisurely Walk

Easy 3.2 km/h pace — plenty of time to take in the surroundings.

Stops Along the Way

  • 15 min1 min into ride  ·  128 m elevation  ·  22:03–22:08 UTCMap it
  • 26 min34 min into ride  ·  130 m elevation  ·  22:36–22:41 UTCMap it
  • 3824 min48 min into ride  ·  134 m elevation  ·  22:50–12:34 UTCMap it
  • 49 min14h 33m into ride  ·  174 m elevation  ·  12:35–12:44 UTCMap it
  • 552 min17h 30m into ride  ·  108 m elevation  ·  15:32–16:24 UTCMap it
  • 66 min19h 04m into ride  ·  111 m elevation  ·  17:06–17:12 UTCMap it
  • 711 min19h 13m into ride  ·  113 m elevation  ·  17:15–17:26 UTCMap it
  • 81156 min19h 36m into ride  ·  29 m elevation  ·  17:38–12:53 UTCMap it
  • 97 min39h 53m into ride  ·  107 m elevation  ·  13:55–14:02 UTCMap it
  • 1036 min41h 42m into ride  ·  100 m elevation  ·  15:44–16:20 UTCMap it
  • 115 min42h 28m into ride  ·  104 m elevation  ·  16:30–16:35 UTCMap it
  • 126 min42h 37m into ride  ·  104 m elevation  ·  16:39–16:45 UTCMap it

Stops detected where GPS movement paused for 5 minutes or more — likely a viewpoint, snack break, or photo opportunity.

Trails Near This Route

🧭️ Trails from avoidingchores.com within 10 km of the trailhead, sorted nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the trailhead.
25 km trail  ·  0.0 km away
Kejikujik NP – Channel Lake Loop
Starting at Big Dam, this is a 1-2 day backcountry intermediate loop.
Trailhead map
4.7 km trail  ·  0.0 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Hemlocks & Hardwoods
Stroller friendly loop trail with sections along boardwalk as your cross the hemlock forest. Junctions with two backcountry trails and access to a portage…
Trailhead map  ·  Watch on YouTube
9.5 km trail  ·  0.1 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Hike to Frozen Ocean
This is part of a long hike to backcountry site 5 along Hemlocks and Hardwoods, Frozen Ocean trail.
Trailhead map  ·  Watch on YouTube
1.5 km trail  ·  1.5 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Flowing Waters
A short easy hike with a section along the Mersey River, many fishing spots along the way.
Trailhead map  ·  Watch on YouTube
3.2 km trail  ·  3.0 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Mill Falls
From the Mill Falls parking lot you start either from the shelter or to the trailhead marker towards the end of the parking lot. the path follows the Mersey…
Trailhead map
3.6 km trail  ·  4.4 km away
Kejimkujik NP- Slapfoot Trail
This multi-use trail starts at the main camping section and eventually joins with Mersey River Trail or Merrymakedge.
Trailhead map
1 km trail  ·  4.6 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Rogers Brook
Short easy hike along the watershed along Mersey River. Some section are along boardwalk.
Trailhead map  ·  Watch on YouTube
1.4 km trail  ·  5.1 km away
Kejimkujik NP – Jim Charles
The group camping area of the park, you can also find a small beach, washroom, otentiks and rustic cabins. Start on the left from the washrooms near the…
Trailhead map

Nearby Trails

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Trail Access & Pass Information

⚠️ Trail pass and gate information changes seasonally. The notes below are based on publicly available information at time of generation — verify before you go.
  • Check your provincial / state OHV registration requirements before riding.
  • Verify gate and seasonal-closure status with a local ATV club or land manager.
  • Some trail networks require a separate trail pass — confirm with the local OHV association.
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