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Lac la Loche - Methye Portage Historic Trail
Lac la Loche - Methye Portage Historic Trail
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Lac la Loche - Methye Portage Historic Trail

Road access to La Loche; boat access required to trail head at Wallis Bay on Lac la Loche.
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Explore the Methye Portage Historic Trail, a significant path in northern Saskatchewan that stretches 20.5 km from Wallis Bay on Lac La Loche to the Clearwater River. This historic trail, used by explorer Peter Pond in 1778, marks the first overland trade route to the Northwest. A plaque commemorating Pond can be found at the trail's southern end.

Access to this remote trail is limited to boat or air from La Loche, with the trailhead starting notably at a rock cairn up La Loche Creek. Designed for experienced hikers, the trail traverses challenging terrain in a wilderness area without services. For safety and planning, visitors should contact the Ministry of Parks, Culture & Sport in Meadow Lake prior to arrival.

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