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Sleeping Giant PP “Top of the Giant” trail

Mon, Aug 19

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Silver Islet

A wonderful breathtaking full-day hike to experience some of the best that Thunder Bay's wilderness has to offer.

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Sleeping Giant PP “Top of the Giant” trail
Sleeping Giant PP “Top of the Giant” trail

Time & Location

Aug 19, 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT

Silver Islet, Silver Islet, ON P0T, Canada

About the event

This event is appreciatively being organized by Katie McGuire.

Please be advised that the itinerary and trail is a set course (changes will only be considered for extenuating circumstances i.e. part of the trail is washed out or closed)

All Trails link with trail description and route https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/ontario/top-of-the-giant (this is an out-and-back trail; NOT a loop)

All Trails rating: Hard / Total elevation gain: 577 m

Notes from past hikers who went in August: mosquitoes, need lots of water and snacks, good hiking shoes, calves burning, some muddy spots, shaded in parts BUT breathtaking views!   

Itinerary:

- Hikers arrive at the trailhead at 9:30 am. Set out shortly thereafter.

- Hike for the day. Total 23 km, average 6-7 hours (All Trails) + time for breaks and lunch. - Estimate time back at trailhead around 5-5:30 pm. Depending on pace and break lengths.

Going will be weather and trail conditions dependent. I plan on making my first assessment prior to my flight to Thunder Bay on Friday; then I plan on making a final morning assessment on the day of.

Because this is a Provincial Park, there's a fee for car parking which can be purchased and reserved no earlier than 5 days in advance of the arrival date. I'll be looking into that in August. https://reservations.ontarioparks.ca/

People can also connect directly to Katie and she'll organize a WhatsApp group for anyone interested in joining and/or coordinating rides. 

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