Visitors to Fushimi Lake Provincial Park will find a clean, clear northern lake against the backdrop of a lush Boreal Forest. There is camping for everyone: RV sites, tent & trailer sites, or backcountry sites. The park is day use and overnight camping. Excellent swimming, wildlife viewing and hiking. Experienced hikers will enjoy the Fire Tower Trail (7 km return).
Nagagamisis Provincial Park is located on Hwy 631 north of Hornepayne, Ontario. Visitors will love this park for its secluded lake and great fishing for walleye, northern pike and yellow perch. There are hiking trails, a children's playground, a beautiful sandy beach, and excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Equipment rentals, day use and overnight camping available.
The Miss McKenzie II: McKenzie Island's seasonal link to the mainland. This ferry transports people and goods from the mainland to their homes and cottages on McKenzie Island during the summer. When the lake freezes people either walk or drive to the island.
The Fish Shop in Shuniah, known by generations of locals and visitors as the best place to buy fresh and Finnish-style smoked local fish, is located a short drive east of Thunder Bay. Opened in 1970, the shop has expanded over the years to encompass more of owner Liisa’s Karkkainen’s Finn heritage. You will find ready to heat Finnish meat pies and Karjalan piirakka (savory rice pudding pie) as well as blueberry, apple and/or rhubarb pies featuring local ingredients.
The Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club trails are located in Northwestern Ontario just outside of Fort Frances, and are open to the public. The trails cover 15 km of groomed skate & classic tracks and 5 km of snowshoe trails. Rental equipment (self-serve) is available on site. All ages are welcome.
The centrepiece of a massive mine reclamation project, the Discover Geraldton Interpretive Centre (GIC) opened its doors in July 2000 to offer visitors a truly unique experience in Northwestern Ontario. Highlighting how the past and present meet in a fantastic interactive heritage display, the GIC attracts hundreds of tourists each year, providing a quick break from their travels down Highway 11.
June 18 to October 31 — Monday to Sunday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Thunder Bay's Tourist Pagoda can rightfully claim its place in history as Canada's oldest continuously operating tourist bureau. Dating back to 1909, the Pagoda has and continues to greet visitors for more than a century.
Such a Nice Day Adventures (S.A.N.D.) is located on the Canadian north shore of Lake Superior in Rossport Ontario. They are an outdoor adventure and education company that operates south from Thunder Bay to the United States Border and eastward in the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area. They offer courses, a variety of guided trips, sea kayaking, voyageur canoeing, hiking, rentals and shuttle service.
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.