PALISADES HIKING TRAIL

The Pijtawabik Palisades Hiking Trail attracts year round visitors as you trek up to heights over 500ft. Marvel in the pristine wonder of thunderous waterfalls and fantastic views that this scenic destination has to offer. There are some very steep sections on this trail.

Directions: Approximately 40 km northeast of Nipigon on Highway 11 turn right at the blue and white highway sign identifying the trail entrance. The parking area is located 200 m from the highway.

Learn about the Palisades Hiking Trail and all there is to see and enjoy along the way.

PEREGRINE FALCON

Stand at one of the many lookouts atop the cliffs and survey a spectacular panoramic view of the Pijtawabik Palisades. You may catch a glimpse of the endangered peregrine falcon perched on a cliff’s edge.

CASCADE FALLS

Behold the thundering beauty of the 40 m high Cascade Falls. Freezing up to 10 m thick, this waterfall is one of the most popular ice climbing sites at Orient Bay. The ice wall offers a variety of climbing grades and ice variations.

BROUSE LAKE

Relax and picnic on the shore of this picturesque lake atop the Palisades before heading back down.

SPOT THE MOOSE

Keep a look out for the majestic moose, the largest member of the deer family. The Palisades serve as a major moose travel corridor, providing ample aquatic feeding grounds for this monarch of the boreal forest.

STEEP CLIMB AREA

A series of constructed stairs and earthen trail will assist you in the steep climb up the palisade to heights over 130 m above Orient Bay.

We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.