Algonquin is stunning in winter. Waist deep snow, frozen lakes, night skies filled with a billion stars, wildlife tracks. These snowshoe and backcountry trips are perfect for active people who love the snow!
Ski across frozen lakes. Snowshoe through lush conifer forests. The winter wonderland is stunning !
Highlight at the end of the day spent outside on snowshoes or skis is coming into a cozy cabin, having a sauna and a meal in front of the fireplace.
No need to own your gear! Our all inclusive guided trips include accommodation , tasty meals and all winter equipment. DIY types love our cabin rentals with a la carte equipment rental options.
Experience Algonquin's winter wonderland with good friends, good food, and cozy chalet accommodation. This all-inclusive weekend is perfect for 4 people.
Cozy chalets include full kitchens, fireplaces and solar power. Ski and snowshoe from your door step. Perfect for those who love to make their own meals and looking for a private adventure. These getaways include an a la carte menu of adventure add ons including dogsledding, snowmobiling, guided excursions and catered meals.
Escape to Algonquin's winter wilderness for a private, fully inclusive, fully guided adventure this winter. Perfect for groups of 8-12, your family will be able to snowshoe, ski and explore, while we take care of all the details!
This was our family’s fifth year at the winter log cabin, and 9 years since our first summer trip with VQ. Every time it’s been a highlight of our year. The winter cabin in particular is magical — a rustic winter wonderland, with delicious food, excellent guides and total disconnection from civilization and city life. (Although warm and cosy, bear in mind there is no electricity!) Marc-Andre, Heather and Emily were a particularly wonderful team in 2018. We can’t wait to continue the tradition!
Taylor
We had the pleasure of staying at the Algonquin Log Cabin February 19-21 for a spectacular winter wonderland! We had booked a 3 day winter lodge adventure through Voyageur Quest that included snow shoe, cross country ski and dogsledding. The entire experience from the initial emails and inquisitive phone calls, up to the day we left was nothing short of amazing! The cabin and surrounding area was just beautiful.
Inside the cabin was warm and welcoming. The fireplace alone was worth the drive! Our two guides, Nick & Andrea were friendly, well educated, entertaining and a whole lot of fun! All of the prepared meals were amazing and even the snacks were fantastic! You won’t go hungry! There were plenty of opportunities to keep busy and have fun from the torch lit luge run, guided hikes, “learn to ski” tutorial and the grand finale of dog sledding. The hikes provided many breathtaking & spectacular views for some glorious photo ops. There was also ample time to self explore, unwind and recharge. We took advantage of the frozen lake and enjoyed a successful ice fishing adventure as well. The sauna and hot shower was a welcome pleasure after enjoying the leisurely days of playing in the great outdoors. Cell phone reception (with Bell) was spotty, but there were a couple of areas where a signal could be reached such as at the top of the luge, and 200 yards from the cabin on the lake. The scenery and seclusion was a welcome change from the everyday and we saw and heard many signs of wildlife including moose tracks, a beaver in the dam, owls hooting at night, red squirrels and many birds. This included several blue jays that seemed to have taken up residence at the cabin! It was a vacation that we will always treasure and highly recommend to anyone that enjoys the splendour of the wilderness and will appreciate the grandeur of the rustic, electricity free log cabin. Remember to tip your guides as they are at your service pretty much 24/7. Angel
Check out more photos from our winter adventures!
As I’m trying to take photos from the porch, territorial grey jays swoop in just above my head with a menacing flutter that has the subtlety of a Harley Davidson. Fair play: I’m on their turf. The Algonquin Log Cabin is an isolated dot next to Surprise Lake … Read More
Paddle into past Janet Podolak News-Herald Cincinnati, Ohio, USA – July 10, 2005 A male swan on patrol puffs up his chest feathers and eyes us warily as we paddle near the edge of the Canadian lagoon he?s apparently guarding.
German TV Story on the Algonquin Log Cabin Voyageur Quest – August 2002 A great TV piece (in German) on the Algonquin Log Cabin and canoe trips.
The Great Outdoors Getaways and Day Trips Toronto Life Toronto Life City Guide 2006 Toronto, Ontario, Canada – March 2006 The Great Outdoors Northeast Algonquin Log Cabin Lodge Before you unpack your bags at the base camp – a rustic
CKVR Barrie News Story on Voyageur Quest Canoe Trips Voyageur Quest – September 2001 A great news feature done by Janie Robinson of VR News on the Voyageur Quest canoe trips.
TV News Feature on the Algonquin Log Cabin Voyageur Quest – September 2001 A news feature on the Algonquin Log Cabin. Seen on the video are VR reporter Janie Robinson and Voyageur Quest owner John Langford.
Two timber wolves, trotting in tandem, cross the lumber trail ahead of us and melt silently into the bush. From our canoe we note the submerged snout of a swimming beaver as it pushes an arrowhead of ripples toward a sticks-and-mud lodge in the centre of the wilderness lake. … Read More
As I’m trying to take photos from the porch, territorial grey jays swoop in just above my head with a menacing flutter that has the subtlety of a Harley Davidson. Fair play: I’m on their turf. The Algonquin Log Cabin is an isolated dot next to Surprise Lake … Read More
Ontario Eco-Adventure Celebrates Winter Debbie McKeown Snowshoe Magazine – January 25, 2011 As my laboured breathing slowly returns to normal, I take in the natural splendour surrounding me. Snow falls steadily, cooling my overheated face while I scan the slopes
The Muskoka Moose & Wildlife Seven-Day Family Canoe and Rafting Trip is on the National Geographic “A” List!
With 60,000 miles (96,560 km) of canoe routes, Ontario, Canada, is a paddler’s dream. … Read More
3-part 1996 TV documentary on Guide Jo Orviss and a Voyageur Quest Georgian Bay sea kayak trip to the Mink islands. … Read More
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Voyageur Quest operates across our three main locations, all in Algonquin's North West. When checking in for a trip, visit our Outfitter at Algonquin Park Access Point #1. GPS Co-Ordinates: Outfitter: 45.922151, -79.184819 Log Cabin: 45.956722, -79.233316 Cottage Outpost: 45.915361, -79.185695
Specializing in Algonquin Park Canoe Trips, Lodge-Based Adventure Trips, and Private Cottage Rentals.
