Keewatin Beach

Keewatin Beach on the shores of Lake of the Woods in Kenora.

Keewatin Beach is located on the shores of Lake of the Woods off Beach Road in Kenora (Keewatin). It's easy to find, just turn off Highway 17 west onto Main Street, then right (west) onto Beach Road. There is a nice small sand beach, washrooms, play structure, dock to jump off of, and picnic shelter. 

Atikokan

White Otter Castle model in Atikokan

Your gateway to Quetico, Atikokan is home to some of the best outdoors experiences in the north—12 months a year!

Chips 'R' Us

Chips R Us Atikokan

The perfect place for a quick bite when cruising Highway 11 is just north of the highway, in downtown Atikokan. Chips ‘R’ Us is open for business from mid-May to mid-October, Monday to Friday 11:30 am – 5:30 pm.

Wabigoon Lake RV Park

camping spots at Wabigoon Lake RV Park Dryden Ontario

In the heart of Ontario's Sunset Country, this spot just outside of Dryden is a great place for the whole family. Bring your boat and fish the famous Wabigoon chain of lakes for walleye, northern, bass and world record size muskie.

Busters BBQ

busters BBQ smoked meat vermilion bay

Buster's Barbeque has been featured on the Food Network and has been winning top awards for over 10 years for its Blueberry Barbeque Sauce. Stop in at Fort Vermilion and order a meal from Buster's food truck!

Ouimet Canyon

Ouimet Canyon

Located 45 minutes east of Thunder Bay on Hwy 11/17, Ouimet Canyon features panoramic views of a 150-metre-wide gorge and sheer cliffs that drop 100 metres straight down to the canyon floor. A trail and boardwalk connect two lookout platforms with spectacular views of the canyon, along with the Indian Head. Arctic plants, usually found 1,000 km north, survive in the unique environment at the bottom of the canyon. The cost is by donation.

Mount McKay Scenic Lookout

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Located in the Fort William First Nation, Anemki Wajiw, Mount McKay Scenic Lookout towers 1,000 ft. over the city. This is a must on your list of attractions to see when you visit Thunder Bay. At the 500 ft. level, the viewing scope and skyline walkway offer a magnificent vista of the city, Lake Superior and surrounding countryside. There is also a picnic area, snack bar and an easy hiking trail to the top of the mountain. At the top you will have amazing views of Thunder Bay and area.

Eagle Ridge Trout Ponds

Eagle Ridge Trout Ponds

Down Hwy 61, you will find Eagle Ridge Trout Pond which has been owned and operated for over 15 years. Here you can fish in a relaxing park setting where everyone has a good chance of catching something. This catch and release is a place where people of all ages can come and enjoy hassle-free fishing. Eagle Ridge also offers 3 RV campsites, 2 rental cabins, general store, and in-ground swimming pool, sauna, and a large picnic area.

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