I am asked often about this trip, probably because Port Dover is such a popular tourist location. The Black Creek and Lynn River are a favourite paddle of mine in the shoulder seasons, they are relatively calm, scenic paddles. In my opinion, I much prefer to do this in the spring when the water level is up and the trees are budding. It also allows much better views of the valley. As an added bonus, it is much less busy than in the summer months when the marina traffic is quite heavy.
Please note the map is slightly inaccurate, there is a small dirt road 100M to the east of the marker shown. That is the launch.
Trip Rating: 4/5 in the spring, 3/5 in the summer.
I am asked often about this trip, probably because Port Dover is such a popular tourist location. The Black Creek and Lynn River are a favourite paddle of mine in the shoulder seasons, they are relatively calm, scenic paddles.
In my opinion, I much prefer to do this in the spring when the water level is up and the trees are budding. It also allows much better views of the valley. As an added bonus, it is much less busy than in the summer months when the marina traffic is quite heavy.
Launch Sites:
There are two launch sites, but only one is practical. The launch in town is exceptionally busy with beach goers, and the dock is often covered in goose droppings. The better spot to launch is located just off Concession 2 Woodhouse.
Cost: $0.
Difficulty: In the spring the north section can have rapids as high as class II, if you are paddling upstream from the launch, you will notice a large increase in flow. Don't push it, you can get stuck in the rapids. Otherwise, the river is gentile. Always be sure to wear full safety gear including a PFD.
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