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 Canyon Adventures

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Located on Valley Road just off Ouimet Canyon road you will find Eagle Canyon Adventures. Here you will enjoy the sheer cliffs of Eagle Canyon. This outdoor paradise is home to Canada’s longest, highest and fastest zipline, along with Canada’s longest suspension bridges. It is surrounded with spectacular scenery, beautiful landscapes, and serene surroundings. Eagle Canyon is home to 2 suspension bridges spanning 300 and 600 feet across the canyon hanging 152 feet about the canyon floor.

Diamond Willow Amethyst Mine

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Founded in 1977 by Gunnard Noyes, Diamond Willow Amethyst Mine still remains as a family owned and operated amethyst mine passed down. Located beside Blue Points Amethyst mine they are just 55 kms east of Thunder Bay off Hwy 11/17 on Road #5 North. The mine is free of charge, and they charge by the bucketful or you can visit their gift shop for a polished piece of amethyst.

Blue Points Amethyst Mine

Blue Points Amethyst Mine

Owned and operated by Minnesotan Lyn Swan, Blue Points Amethyst Mine is located 55 kilometres east of Thunder Bay on Hwy 11/17 on Road #5 North. Just 3 kilometres off the main Highway this mine is located beside Diamond Willow Amethyst Mine. During your visit Lyn will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the gemstone. Admission is free and he charges by the bucketful.

Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park

Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park

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.

Superior Rocket

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.

Sail Superior

Sail Superior

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 Museum

Thunder Bay Historical Museum

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.

Ojibway Provincial Park

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Ojibway Provincial Park is about 25 kilometres southwest of Sioux Lookout on Highway 72 in Northwestern Ontario, Canada. On Little Vermilion Lake, the park offers swimming, a sandy beach, camping and fishing. It has trails through pine forests and along the lake's shore.

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