East English River Provincial Park, Provincial park in Kenora District, Canada
Description
East English River Provincial Park encompasses a river system with lakes and forest along the English River, stretching from Highway 599 to Minnitaki Lake. The park features interconnected paddling routes including numerous rapids and scenic waterways.
History
The park was established in 2003 to protect this river system and its recreational potential. This creation marked a turning point in safeguarding this important waterway in the region.
Culture
Several pictograph sites within the park reveal how Indigenous peoples connected to the river system over time. These rock art locations show the waterways held deep meaning for the communities who traveled them.
Practical
The park is accessible via Highway 599 and former logging roads, with commercial outfitters providing services on Press Lake. Visitors should prepare for paddling and be aware of river conditions before heading out.
Did you know?
The English River system within the park maintains its uncontrolled natural flow, unaffected by dams. This rarity makes it one of the few large rivers in northwestern Ontario that flows freely.
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