Anchored on the beautiful Lake of the Woods, the wilderness around Kenora is the big draw. But over the years, the city itself has become an attraction of its own. With a burgeoning arts and culture scene, an exciting array of places to eat and drink, a variety of places to stay, and the Matiowski Farmers Market (in the summer), Kenora is no longer just about fishing.

Long-running and charming gas station in Emo. The staff at Norlund are friendly and knowledgeable when it comes to repairs. One of the only full-serve gas stations still going. And they've got snacks too!

Fully-stocked grocery store including a bakery, sushi counter, pharmacy, and a Starbucks. There's also a gas station. The perfect one-stop experience!

Esso gas, right downtown on Highway 17. 

It's Subway. You know what you're going to get and you know you're not going to leave hungry!

See Sioux Lookout from the top of Sioux Mountain, located across the lake from the town. Whether hiking in the summer or sledding in the winter, this is a must-see when in the area. 

Full-serve gas bar and propane, boat maintenance, and service, authorized Lund and Mercury sales and service, authorized Honda power equipment sales and service, and a wide range of boating parts and accessories.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a log cabin. They've got a great menu—try the pizza! With Lake of the Woods brewery on tap and live music on occasion, it's the place to be in Nestor Falls.

Best breakfast in town! With great lunch and dinner options as well. You've got to try the Pickerel Nuggets.

This has to be seen to be believed—a massive, three-story red pine log house with a turret on top, seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Built by hand by an eccentric hermit from 1903 to 1904, it stands as a testament to the resilience and imagination of this “frontier” man.