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Labyrinth Bay

  • Saltwater
  • Bay
Sq. miles
16
Boat Ramps
0
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Labyrinth Bay is an Arctic waterway located in the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut, Canada, within the southwestern portion of Queen Maud Gulf. It is an uninhabited, remote coastal bay that opens into the Arctic Ocean. The bay's defining geographical characteristic is that it is dotted with numerous islands. To the south of the bay lies a range of rocky hills. The bay's shoreline forms part of the boundary for a large Migratory Bird Sanctuary, indicating the area's ecological significance for waterfowl such as brant and snow geese, which use the coastal islands. The bay is situated near Dease Point and Cape Roxborough, with its northern entrance described as a bluff. The surrounding sector, including the adjacent Foggy Bay, is noted for being full of islets and rocks, suggesting a complex and potentially hazardous coastline for navigation. This area represents a true wilderness paddling destination on the historic Northwest Passage route, accessible only to experienced expedition kayakers undertaking multi-day, open-water journeys. One documented expedition involved a kayaker portaging across a narrow neck of land to begin paddling from Labyrinth Bay on Queen Maud Gulf. The environment is exposed, with no settlements, facilities, or amenities for paddlers. Paddlers must be entirely self-sufficient, prepared for cold Arctic water temperatures year-round, and aware of the sanctuary regulations that protect the abundant birdlife. The experience is defined by navigating a maze-like landscape of islands and rocks against a backdrop of low rocky hills, offering a profound sense of isolation and raw Arctic coastal scenery.


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