OLDEST - Provincial Park in Ontario
N 45° 26.527 W 078° 49.170
17T E 670529 N 5034378
Quick Description: Algonquin Park is the oldest and most famous Provincial Park in Ontario.
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 10/21/2009 1:33:20 PM
Waymark Code: WM7G2V
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Long Description:
Text from the sign:
You are now entering Algonquin, the oldest and most famous Provincial Park in Ontario. Since 1893, this vast expanse of forest lakes, and rivers has protected some of our most precious natural and cultural heritage and has welcomed and inspired millions of visiters.
From here the Frank MacDougall Parkway, named for a famous park superintendent, will take you 56 kilometers across the park's southwest corner. Trails, museums, campgrounds, and canoe trip access points are waiting to start you on your personal discovery of this wild and magnificient landscape. Have an unforgettable visit.
Type of documentation of superlative status: Sign
Location of coordinates: Parking lot of west gate of Algonquin Park
Web Site: [Web Link]
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