The Crack is Killarney Provincial Park's most famous hike and best view.
We're on the road by 6 a.m. to get a full day on the trail, so pack your coffee and be ready for an unforgettable adventure. The first couple of kilometres are deceptively easy, a flat walk through birch and pine that barely hints at what's coming.
Then things start to pick up. You'll cross Kakakise Creek, join the La Cloche Silhouette Trail, and start climbing over the white quartzite rocks that this area is so well known for. Near the top, the trail squeezes through the crack itself: a narrow, boulder-choked crevasse that’s split into the rock face. Working your way up and over the boulders inside is a highlight of the whole day.
From the ridge, Georgian Bay and a scatter of Killarney's blue lakes spread out below, framed by that same iconic white quartzite of the La Cloche Mountains on every side. On a clear day, you can see for kilometres in every direction. It's one of the best views in the province, and you’ll be able to share it with a great group of people.
Please note: It is highly recommended to take the provided transport for this adventure as daily vehicle permits for this hike sell out very quickly
The Crack is Killarney Provincial Park's most famous hike and best view.
We're on the road by 6 a.m. to get a full day on the trail, so pack your coffee and be ready for an unforgettable adventure. The first couple of kilometres are deceptively easy, a flat walk through birch and pine that barely hints at what's coming.
Then things start to pick up. You'll cross Kakakise Creek, join the La Cloche Silhouette Trail, and start climbing over the white quartzite rocks that this area is so well known for. Near the top, the trail squeezes through the crack itself: a narrow, boulder-choked crevasse that’s split into the rock face. Working your way up and over the boulders inside is a highlight of the whole day.
From the ridge, Georgian Bay and a scatter of Killarney's blue lakes spread out below, framed by that same iconic white quartzite of the La Cloche Mountains on every side. On a clear day, you can see for kilometres in every direction. It's one of the best views in the province, and you’ll be able to share it with a great group of people.
Please note: It is highly recommended to take the provided transport for this adventure as daily vehicle permits for this hike sell out very quickly
Iconic Killarney Park: Discover rugged white quartzite ridges, sapphire lakes, and the wild beauty that makes Killarney one of Ontario’s most unforgettable parks.
The Quartzite Scramble: A hands-on climb over loose rock and boulders, Killarney's most technical stretch of trail.
The Crack: The narrow, boulder-filled crevasse in the quartzite ridge that gives the trail its name.
06:00 - Shuttle leaves from near Keele Station
10:30 - 16:00 - Arrive at Killarney and hike the Crack trail, stopping for lunch along the way
16:00 - Leave for Toronto
20:00 - Anticipated return to Toronto
Food and Drink
You'll need to bring a packed lunch and water for any of our day trips that don't explicitly say we're making a stop at a restaurant. Where we stop at restaurants, you are responsible for the purchase of any food. Full details are available at the adventure plan, shared above on registration.
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