OLD NIPISSING ROAD
This historic colonization road is part of the Trans Canada Trail System. It has been nicknamed “Ontario’s Ghost Road”. This road formed a 110 km bond between Lake Rousseau in the south to Lake Nipissing in the north. It provides a tangible link to Almaguin’s colourful past.
Link to trail map showing proximity of other trails:
https://discoveryroutes.sofaproduction.ca/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Forgotten-Trail-Map-PG1.pdf
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Parry Sound DistrictNearby towns and cities: Magnetawan
OLD NIPISSING ROAD characteristics
Length: 50 kmDifficulty: Difficult (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Natural and Paved
Trail use: Hiking and Cycling
Accessibility Notes: Partially wheelchair accessible.
Fees: None
Flora & Fauna:
Not reported yet
Amenities: None
Contact:
Village of South River Phone: (705)386-2573
Find it: North side of intersection of Highways 124 and 510
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 45.6923760
Longitude: -79.6403150
Are ATV’s allowed on this Old Nippising Road trail system?
This route has a variety of road surfaces: paved, gravel, natural. The route has been used by ATV’s. See https://www.northernontario.travel/atving/ghost-towns-of-old-nipissing-road-atv-mission-part-2. Suggest checking with Village of South River Phone: (705)386-2573.
Are you able to camp in this area..
Suggest you try Mikesew Provincial Park, located just 16 km west of South River. Also, check out trails in this provincial park on this site.
Wondering if you could recommend a good day trip as part of this trail for 2 people to bicycle. Hoping for nothing really challenging.Places to park begin and end?
Don’t have any specific info re cycling trips on this fabulously historic trail. However, a perusal of this link, http://www.nipissingroad.ca, might give you some ideas. It’s meant for motor tours but the info should help.
Was wondering if horses are allowed along the trail and if there are any bed n bales near by? We are self suffieficient only need place to set up small corrals to keep horse in
Quite frankly, and I apologize for this, I don’t know what the equine possibilities are on this trail. Suggest you contact the local municipal offices near the trail for info. Such as Village of South River Phone: (705)386-2573