Known as Niagara of the North, Kakabeka Falls drops 40 metres over rock cliffs and some of the oldest fossils in the world. Check out the view from platforms and trails along the gorge or trace voyageur routes around the falls in this history-rich park. Features walking and nature trails in summer and groomed cross-country ski trails in winter.
Enjoy family friendly activities throughout the year including Easter Egg Festival in the spring, Pumpkin Fest in the fall, and Sleigh Rides in the winter.
Stargazers will thrill at viewing the Universe courtesy of real-time and recorded images of fascinating celestial activity, it’s great for astronomy buffs, community groups and students. The David Thompson Astronomical Obserbatory is located at Fort William Historical Park beside the Visitor Centre.
Zoom up close to the lakers and salties, look up at the massive grain elevators, and pass by the famous Alexander Henry Museum Ship. Continue up the Kaministiqua River, under the formidable Jackknife Bridge, around the Ontario Power Generation power station, and back onto the big lake for a hair-raising rocket ride to the historic Thunder Bay Main lighthouse. Superior Rocket is owned and operated by Sail Superior and departs from Pier 3 at Prince Arthurs Landing/Marina Park.
A multi vessel fleet, Sail Superior offers a vast array of tours ranging from 90 minute Harbour Tours to multi-day excursions. With hiking adventures aboard the RHIB Zodiac, Wine and Cheese Tours, Corporate and Special Event Tours aboard the 50 foot Lagoon 500 Catamaran along with a series of instructional tours aboard our Jonmeri Cruiser/Racer 'Frodo' choose the ultimate destination today! Become the captain of your own ship with monohull bareboating options and explore the lake like never before.
Thunder Bay’s Tourist “Pagoda” can rightfully claim its place in history as Canada’s oldest continuously operating tourist bureau. This Chinese-like structure dates back to 1909. Amongst its modern neighbours and overlooking Thunder Bay’s marina, the Pagoda has continued to greet visitors for more than a century. Additional information on the Pagoda can be found in the lessons section on the manual.
Climb aboard and adventure into the past on the Alexander Henry Museum Ship. This ice-breaking, buoy tending lighthouse supply ship that was built right here in Thunder Bay! Touch history and be guided on one of our interactive tours. The Alexander Henry can be found on Thunder Bay's waterfront at Pool Six at Prince Arthur's Landing
Located in a historic building, which once served as a Police Station and Court House, the Thunder Bay Museum offers visitors six galleries of local, regional and national heritage. Galleries include the first settlers, fur trade era, silver mining, shipping, and Thunder Bay through the centuries on the main floor, a rotating display on the 2nd floor, as well as military and music on the 3rd floor.
The Thunder Bay Art Gallery is the largest public gallery between Sault Ste. Marie and Winnipeg. The Gallery's Permanent Collection includes over 1600 works, the vast majority of which are traditional Woodland art, making it one of the most significant collections of Indigenous art in Canada. The Gallery presents more than 20 exhibitions by regional, national, and international artists every year.
The Northwestern Ontario Sports Hall of Fame and Museum was established to preserve and honour our region's rich and proud sports heritage.