EASTERN PINES

2 days, 1 night

19 km

Skill Level: Intermediate
Ages: 18+
Max Group Size: 6+ Guide
Start/Finish: Achray Campground, Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario
Dates: Saturday, August 9th - Sunday, August 10th, 2025

BY DONATION

3% Cover the Fee

Note that all donations are anonymous. 

Suggested donation for this trip: $75.00

ITINERARY

  • DAY 1

    📍 Start: Achray Campground Trailhead
    📍 Finish: Stratton Lake
    📏 Distance: ~9.5 km
    ⏳ Time: ~3 hours

    Morning

    10:00 am – Arrive at Achray Campground trailhead and register vehicles. SHE Ventures will be there to show you how!

    10:30 am – Begin hike along the Eastern Pines Trail, taking short breaks at Johnston Lake for scenic views.

    Afternoon

    1:30 pm – Arrive at Stratton Lake and enjoy lunch.

    2:30 pm – Set up camp near the eastern end of Stratton Lake, close to High Falls Natural Waterslide.

    4:00 pm – Hike a short distance (1 km) to High Falls for swimming and sliding on the natural rock waterslide.

    Evening

    5:30 pm – Return to camp, cook dinner, and enjoy sunset by the lake.

    8:00 pm – Relax around the fire (if allowed) and stargaze.

    Overnight: Stratton Lake Campsite

  • DAY 2

    📍 Start: Stratton Lake
    📍 Finish: Achray Campground Trailhead
    📏 Distance: ~9.2 km
    ⏳ Time: ~3 hours

    Morning

    7:00 am – Wake up, enjoy a quiet sunrise over Stratton Lake.

    8:00 am – Breakfast and pack up camp.

    10:00 am – Start hiking back via the loop section of Eastern Pines Trail for new scenery.

    Afternoon

    1:00 pm – Arrive back at Achray Campground, rest, and enjoy a post-hike snack or swim in Grand Lake before departure.

what’s included

GUIDE

Maximum 1:6 ratio

Wilderness First Aid Certified

equipment

Premium lightweight tent

Backpack (45-60 L)

Tarp

Stove

Kitchen utensils

SOS satellite device/GPS

Signalling devices

Bear spray

Camp saw

First aid kit

Water purification system

Adjustable declination compass

Physical waterproof map

Fire starter

Biodegradable soap

Polycord

Click here to see what gear you need to bring. Checked boxes will be supplied by SHE Ventures.

TRAINING

Essential gear and backpack fitting

Water treatment and purification

Food preparation and storage

Bear safety and camp set-up

Hands-on gear demonstration

what’s excluded

transportation

Transportation to/from trailhead

MEALS

Meals for both Day 1 and 2

Snacks

Coffee

Tea

permits

Vehicle permit and registration for trip length ($14.13 per vehicle per day, payable to Ontario Parks upon arrival)

Backcountry camping permit ($12.43 per person per day, payable to Ontario Parks upon arrival)

SHE Ventures will assist you with registering your vehicle and obtaining your camping permit at the Achray Campground park office.