Travel to the centre of town, just off HWY 17 and Simcoe Plaza Road where you’ll spot the Terrace Bay Lighthouse. After taking your photo while sitting on the artist stool at the Moments of Algoma interpretive panel, climb to the top of the lighthouse to view the islands that inspired the painting Slate Islands, Lake Superior, c. 1921 by A.Y Jackson.
Your Group of Seven experience continues along the North Shore of Lake Superior. Stop by the Marathon District Museum and Historical Society to hear local stories and see photographs related to the Group of Seven. A Moments of Algoma Group of Seven Interpretive installation just outside the Museum, frames how the rugged coastline has been immortalized and permanently captured on canvas by multiple members of the Group.
Trek the Lake Superior shoreline when you travel the Voyageur Trail from Pukaskwa National Park to Pic River. While still within the park check out Horseshoe Beach where the Moments of Algoma interpretive panel features A.Y. Jackson’s painting Entrance to Puckasawa Bay, c 1960. Though spelt differently at the time than the current National Park name, this painting can be found in the permanent collection at the Art Gallery of Algoma in Sault Ste. Marie.
If you want an adventure, then Silver Falls is your destination. Silver Falls is within Silver Falls Provincial Park, 35 km northwest of Thunder Bay, Ontario. This pristine fall is a trek to get into, and out of, but it is the perfect destination for those that would like to do backcountry camping. The trail begins with a steep descending section with a rope to aid hikers.
Cascade Falls is at the end of the Palisades trail, standing 132 feet high. This impressive waterfall can be viewed from Highway 11 and a short trail allows you to get a closer look. It is a highlight for visitors during every season. For those that hike the challenging 7 km Palisades Hiking Trail the Cascade Falls will offer a highlight and memory of your journey. Cascade Falls is a climbing highlight for ice climbers; the water can freeze up to 33 feet thick. Cascade Falls is a beautiful site anytime of the year.
Aguasabon Falls is in Terrace Bay, off Highway 17. It is one of the entrances to the Casques Isles Hiking Trail. The area has an accessible boardwalk, picnic tables, RV friendly parking lot, and washrooms. Admire the 100 ft waterfall, as it cascades into the beautiful Aquasabon Gorge below. It is here you will find a 2.6-billion-year-old rock face worth exploring. Aguasabon Falls is a stunning must see stop while traveling along the North Shore of Lake Superior, visiting Superior Country, or driving along the Lake Superior Circle Tour.
Towering 100 feet into the sky, the former cold war Lookout Tower now offers a commanding view of Fort Frances. Climbing its 115 stairs will reward you with a one-of-a-kind view of both Canada and the US divided by the Rainy River.
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Norman Beach in Kenora is bustling with activity. Besides the beautiful sandy beach, there is a playground, washrooms, and a picnic shelter. In the summer months, Hoopla Island, a gigantic inflatable playground island is situated at the beach. Take the wheelchair-friendly path to the Rotary Splash Park. Just up from the Splash Park is the Lake of the Woods Railway Museum and Dairy Queen.
It's easy to spend a summer day at beautiful Norman Beach!