Birding
Kap-Kig-Iwan is a haven for birdwatchers. During summer, listen for the calls of forest songbirds like warblers and flycatchers. These birds nest in the park, raise their young, and defend their territories.
Year-round residents include:
- Black-capped Chickadees
- Red-breasted Nuthatches
- Woodpeckers
Fishing
For those who love to fish, the park’s rivers and waters are home to:
- Northern Pike
- Walleye
- Smallmouth Bass
- Brook Trout
Whether you’re casting a line or enjoying the sounds of the forest, Kap-Kig-Iwan has something for everyone.
Hiking
High Falls Trail
- Distance: 0.5 km
- Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
- Features: A short and scenic walk to the base of the majestic falls, ending at a beautiful lookout point.
Hell’s Gate Trail
- Distance: 2.3 km return
- Duration: About 1 hour
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Highlights: Follow the Englehart River as it winds through dramatic waterfalls, rapids, and deep ravines.
Upland Circle Trail
- Distance: 4 km
- Duration: Around 2.5 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Specialty: A bird watcher’s paradise—this loop winds through diverse forests of pine, birch, and poplar.