Agate Island

Agate

Agate Island is within the Lake Superior Archipelago near Nipigon Bay, a part of the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area. The agate laden shoreline of this island has been named one of the seven Natural Wonder Beaches of the world by the Travel & Escape Channel.

The island is also unique due to the Pukaskwa Pits that can be found there. These pits were dug into the pebbled beach by early Ojibwe inhabitants over a thousand years ago. These pits are thought to have been made for food storage though other theories suggest hunting blinds or spiritual sites.

Cascade Falls

Cascade Falls

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.

Pancake Bay Provincial Park

Sandy beach front looking out at Lake Superior

This park offers a camping experience fit for everyone with large RV sites, car camping, and yurts with over 3 km of sandy beach and clear clear blue water.

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!

Eagle Canyon Adventures

park

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.

Amethyst Mine Panorama

Amethyst Mine Panorama

Amethyst Mine Panorama, North America’s largest amethyst deposit, is an active, working quarry. Walking tour of mine, interesting informative talk on history and geology of the mine and the mineralogy of amethyst. Experience the joy and excitement of mining your own amethyst. They offer both guided and self-guided tours, as well as an onsite gift shop. They are located 60 kilometres east of Thunder Bay on Hwy 11/17 on East Loon Rd. Travel 8 kilometres to Bass Lake Rd.

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.

David Thompson Astronomical Observatory

David Thompson Astronomical

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.

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.

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