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.
Just a small drive down Hwy 61, you will find Founders’ Museum & Pioneer Village. There you will touch history in this unique Northwestern Ontario Pioneer Village.
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.
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.
Located on Rosslyn road, the Duke Hunt Historical Museum (formerly known as the Paipoonge Museum) preserves the memory of early settlers, showing the hardships and pleasures they experienced in their new community. Named Duke Hunt after the original curator H.K. Hunt, it reflects his passion to preserve local history and generous collection donations of his own artifacts. The museum was created in a spare room in the Slate River School and later the present building was erected to house the museum collection.
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.
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.
A sustainable pick-your-own and "fresh picked for you" fruit and vegetable farm. Well-known for their strawberry picking, however you can also pick many other fruits and vegetables like peas, potatoes, and of course pumpkins in the fall. On-site farm market store with fresh-picked produce, local meat, local cheese, maple syrup, preserves, honey and gift items. The Harvest Cafe features fresh local food. Four-acre Amazing Corn Maze, wagon rides, play area, and farm animals.
Vanderwees is a locally owner greenhouse who offers quite a variety of activities for the entire family. During the summer months, they offer an outdoor funland which includes midway rides, train ride, animals, bouncy features and more. During the winter they have an indoor funland that has go-carts, sand area, and more. They also hold many events including pictures with Santa, and an Easter Egg hunt. They offer visitors a relaxing shopping environment including a gift shop including fudge, and the tulip café.
Watch how Gouda cheese is made and experience the wonderful taste of Gouda. This creamy Dutch cheese has long been a favourite of cheese lovers around the world, Thunder Oak Cheese Farm has been making it in Thunder Bay since 1995 with fresh milk from their own Holstein cows with no preservatives or added colouring.