Ghost Lake Beach is about 15 minutes from Dryden. It's a beautiful beach, with easy access for day-trippers, anglers, and swimmers. There is a boat launch, canoe rental, walking path, a picnic area, and restrooms. Great place to spend the day with the family.
In the winter, the area can be used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
The hub of the trail system in Vermilion Bay, Pine Tree Park has a beautiful pavilion with picnic tables for visitors to take advantage of. This park has three trails along with a government dock where anyone is free to sit down and enjoy the view of Eagle Lake. Located minutes off of Highway 17, Pine Tree Park offers easy access and convenient parking for users to enjoy.
There is also a small beach and swimming area along with a government dock and boat launch.
Nicknamed "The 99 Steps", this conservation area features an accessible lookout to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views at the ridge of the forest. After that it gets a bit more challenging on the Red Oak Trail.
The only downside is there are only 8 spots to park (and parking on the road will get you a ticket or towed) so if there's no room try nearby Scanlon Creek in Bradford or Rogers Reservoir in East Gwillimbury.
The Duchesnay and Campus Trails on the northwestern border of North Bay each offer outstanding scenery and a chance to stretch your legs on an ancient and historic part of the Laurentian Escarpment.
A series of beautiful trails conveniently located within the city limits of North Bay. The conservation area is open all year and makes a great opportunity to reconnect with nature.
Located in Schreiber, in Ontario’s Superior Country, this Lake Superior beach boasts a pebbly landscape. Along the Casque Isle Hiking Trail, this beach requires a short hike and offers a sense of seclusion. Enjoy wonderous Lake Superior views, a pet friendly area and a fair sized parking space.
Located on the eastern side of the Black Bay Peninsula, Porphyry Island is 24.8 miles (40km) east of Thunder Bay. Porphyry Island Lighthouse is only accessible by boat, the closest launching point is Silver Islet, a short drive past
Kama Cliffs Trail is located 15.5 miles (25 km) east of Nipigon in Ontario’s Superior Country. This is a 4.5 mile (7.3 km) loop multi-use, non motorized recreation trail. The majority of the trail is considered of moderate difficulty though there is one section that is considered difficult due to steep ascent. The climb is definitely worth the effort though. Once you reach the top of Kama Cliffs you get incredible panoramic views of Nipigon Bay and it’s islands and Lake Superior as far as the eye can see.
The Welcome Centre is a great place to learn what Burk's Falls has too offer. And it often has fresh-baked good for sale!
The Heritage River Walk is an easy 1.4-km walk that starts at the Centre and covered bridge, travels along the Magnetewan River and ends at the Burk's Falls Fairgrounds. You'll see a hydroelectric dam, wood sculptures, a waterfall, and options for side trails.