The middle section of the trail runs from Wilbur to Barryvale. This section runs through Lanark Highlands and Greater Madawaska. This section is primarily through relatively untouched wooded areas and is 32 kilometres (20 mi) long.
The northern section of the trail runs from Calabogie to Renfrew in Renfrew County. This section is approximately 21 kilometres (13 mi) long.