Charleston Lake Provincial Park

Charleston Lake has the interesting distinction of being cradled in two distinct bedrock types: granite and sandstone.

Natives once sheltered under rock overhangs on the shores of this coldwater lake. Then wealthy Victorian cottagers summered here. The rugged look of the north blended with the south still draws hikers and canoeists to these scenic shores and winding trails.

Additional Information

The hiking trails within Charleston Lake Park are varied and include distances for hikers of every experience level. Each trail has a theme:

geological and human history of the park
the story of Charleston Lake
wildlife of the park plant
communities of the park Charleston's diverse habitats
scenic lookouts

Blue Mountain is a trail network that is part of Charleston Lake Provincial Park. At Blue Mountain, visitors experience the highest altitude in Leeds and Grenville County and have an opportunity to see Charleston Lake and the surrounding area from the mountain top. The moderately difficult hiking trail winds up the mountain past a beaver dam to the peak and then down to Charleston Lake.

The entry to Blue Mountain is well marked just past the large beaver dam area known as Mosey Lake.

Difficulties

Low, Medium and Hard

Directions

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Further Details

For more information contact:
Ontario Parks
Phone: (613) 376-3489
Website: http://www.ontarioparks.com/
Friends of Charleston Lake Provincial Park
Website: http://www.friendsofcharlestonlake.ca/