Note:  Local flood conditions at the time of this post may have an effect on road and trail conditions.  As of 6/18 Canadice Lake Road is open but the Canadice Lake Trail is questionable and will be confirmed on Friday.    

Check your time: To keep everyone on schedule, Kayakers and Bikers are asked to arrive by 3:30 to ensure all equipment is ready by the 4:00 start time!

Biking

It’s that special time of year again – the Summer Solstice – Father’s Day – the Annual Canadice Lake Tri-modal! One unique “little finger lake”, Canadice Lake,  offers at least 3 recreational opportunities for Springwater Trails to spend a day with their fathers, sons, grandsons, or anyone that has been special in their lives.  We will bike, kayak/canoe, or hike around Canadice Lake, share memories with loved ones, and enjoy  the Hemlock/Canadice State Forest and City of Rochester Water Reservoir.

Kayak

We will meet at the kayak/canoe launch on Canadice Lake Road about a mile south past the state boat launch.  Kayak/Canoe/Bikers please arrive at 3:30 as it takes some time to unload, outfit, and be ready for take off at 4:00.  Hikers please arrive at 3:45.  Times are important as not to congest the launch area.

Hike

If you wish to do all three activities, which some have done in the past, you may note that the time span may extend past 2 hours.  Biking first for 8 miles to the north on Canadice Lake Road, then Purcell Rd to the North Trail, ride the north trail 4 miles to the south entrance, then walk with your bike to the kayak launch, launch your kayak which has been waiting patiently.  Those that complete all 3 events will be presented with a gift from Canadice Kitchens.

canadice lake.

If you wish to do one of the activities, this is the plan. Hikers will walk the road from the kayak launch to the south trail, walk a distance to their ability, and return.  Bikers will ride around Canadice Lake, maybe taken a few side roads or stone hills to explore if they wish, or extend their trip down Canadice Lake Road to the north or south.

beaver lodge

Kayaks will venture from the launch south, exploring the wetland area, south west side of Canadice Lake, noting the birds and animals that live in the wetland area.    Of course weather conditions will be watched at all times and changes may be made. If you want to rent a kayak or canoe you can contact Canadice Lake Outfitters 669-9512. They will deliver to the launch.

Join us again!

A tailgate will be held after the event at the kayak launch.  Bring a dish to pass and your drink of choice.  Possibly some Summer Solstice activities will be celebrated. Social will be moved to Pam’s if rain dampens our activities.

canadice lake

view of Canadice Lake looking north