In search of Fall Colors in the Backcountry... It didn't dissapoint. Enough reward for my aching hands and legs from all the paddling and hiking in a day's time.
I only had a full day to explore Canisbay - but didn't want to let go the opportunity even if I couldn't stay overnight. (I would have loved to - sky was so crisp clear, the stars would have been a spectacle)
I launched from the beach at Canisbay Campgrounds at 9am. Paddled up to the Northernmost end and camped at the farthest campsite on the right. It was a cute little place with excellent fishing spot nearby. A portage to Polly Lake was just a few minutes' paddle away. I explored the entire portage all the way to Polly Lake and back. During the 5.2 km jaunt, I didn't see another soul - and was occassionally scared of black bear (who must be busy feeding for their winter hibernation)
Back at the camp, cooked some lunch for myself and rested on the hammock. Then, just before sunset went paddling to see the Fall colors popping on the distant tree tops.
After a leisurely meandering paddle, beached the canoe back at the starting point by 7pm.
Canisbay backcountry is a great place for beginners to experience backcountry camping. It's an easy 30-45 min paddle one way.
00:00 Intro
00:58 Launching from Canisbay Campgrounds Beach
03:00 Reached Campsite (Northernmost)
04:44 Paddle to Portage and Hike to Polly Lake
08:21 Lunch (Chicken Kabab and Garlic Naan roll)
10:21 Return back
