Cochenour Beach

Cochenor Beach, Red Lake

Cochenour Beach is located in Cochenour (Red Lake) on the channel between McKenzie Island and Cochenour. It features a sandy beach for swimming and a public boat launch.
 

Scotty's Beach

Scotty's Beach, Lake of the Woods

Scotty's Beach is fun all summer! If you are looking for a quiet beach for yourself, this is not it! There are boaters, people with PWC, houseboaters. Scotty's on Lake of the Woods is all about having a good time hanging out with the people on the beach. 

 

It's approximately a 10-15 minutes boat ride to Scotty's Island. 

Umfreville Park

Umfreville Park Beach

Located at the end of the Umfreville Walking Trail is the Umfreville Historic Park. A secluded rest area off of  Highway 72, visitors can enjoy a sandy beach area and a beautiful view of Abram Lake. While there are a bit more pebbles than on the other beaches, it's great to put in your feet or have a dip on a hot summer's day.

The park is equipped with picnic tables and outhouses for the convenience of those who stop to take in the views. Umfreville Park is a favourite destination for cyclists.

Second Sandy Beach

second sandy beach in sioux lookout

Second Sandy is a popular beach on Pelican Lake. It's just minutes from the core of Sioux Lookout. The beach is easily accessible off of Highway 72 and there is lots of parking.

There are restrooms, garbage bins, and picnic areas available. The beach sand is soft and there are some shaded areas as well.

Turtle Portage

The Turtle Portage Marine Railway System

The Turtle Portage Marine Railway System allows boaters to cross from Sabaskong Bay on Lake of the Woods to Whitefish Bay on Lake of the Woods. If not for this shortcut, boaters wanting to go from Whitefish Bay to Sabaskong Bay would have to boat the long journey around the Aulneau Peninsula. That trip is over 145 km (90 miles)! The only reason The Aulneau peninsula is a peninsula is the narrow piece of land at Turtle Portage.

Vic and Dot's Camp

Ice fishing for lake trout at Vic & Dot's Camp on Whitefish Bay

Vic & Dot's Camp is family-owned and operated since it opened over 50 years ago. Robert, (grandson of Vic and Dot), and his wife, Rebecca look forward to welcoming you to this unique and diverse fishing camp.

 


Situated on the southern Whitefish Bay on Lake of the Woods, it is the perfect spot to fish for lake trout, northern pike, bass, and walleye. Whether you are looking for a trophy fish or a shore lunch you can find several species within minutes of camp.  

 

Pine Tree Park

Pine Tree Park pavilion

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.

Terrace Bay Beach

Terrace Bay Beach

The beautiful, sandy Terrace Bay Beach is your launching point onto the mighty waters of Lake Superior, the caribou trodden archipelago of the Slate Islands Provincial Park and the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area! By day, the beach is a fantastic spot to watch the waves or enjoy the grande view of the Slate Islands. At night, the beach’s dark skies make it a perfect spot for stargazing, and spotting the northern lights and milky way! Interested in camping or fishing on the Slate Islands, or renting a kayak to paddle along the coastline?

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