Travel Experiences Across Northern Ontario - Canada's Great Outdoors
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Fishing in Northern Ontario
Nothing can match the feeling of casting your line out on a quiet lake at the crack of dawn and waiting for that special fish to bite.
Hunting in Northern Ontario
The challenge of the pursuit, the satisfaction of living off the land, hunting in Northern Ontario is a local tradition that has been connecting people with nature for centuries.
ATVing in Northern Ontario
Discover the rugged terrain of Northern Ontario on an ATV off-road adventure.
Canoe & Kayaking in Northern Ontario
Experience the ultimate canoeing or kayaking adventure in beautiful Northern Ontario.
Boating in Northern Ontario
With so many glimmering lakes, rushing rivers and intriguing shorelines to explore, Northern Ontario delivers unparalleled motor boat adventures.
Hiking & Nature in Northern Ontario
Grab your camera, binoculars and field guide! In Northern Ontario you can discover a diversity of plant and wildlife that's practically unparalleled.
Motorcycle Touring in Northern Ontario
It's all about the lifestyle; it's all about being free.
Snowmobiling in Northern Ontario
With over 43,000 km (26,000 mi.) of maintained, interconnected, uncongested trails, Ontario offers the longest snowmobiling network in the world.
Campgrounds & RV Parks in Northern Ontario
Nothing brings you closer to the heart of Northern Ontario than camping in our majestic wilderness.
Attractions in Northern Ontario
There is more to see and do in Northern Ontario.
Travel Regions in Northern Ontario
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Sunset Country
If you're looking for the best in outdoor adventures then come visit Northwestern Ontario's Sunset Country.
North of Superior
Welcome to one of Canada's most exciting and beautiful destinations - Ontario's North of Superior Country!
Algoma Country
Framed by Lake Huron and Lake Superior, Algoma Country attracts anglers, canoeists, kayakers and hunters.
Ontario’s Wilderness Region – Explore Your Wild Side
Visit the northern wilds of Ontario’s Wilderness Region, the largest travel region in the province.
Rainbow Country
Rainbow Country includes the areas of Pointe au Baril, Britt, French River, Killarney, Greater Sudbury, Espanola, North Shore and Manitoulin Island.
Ontario's Near North
There's so much to do here, you may never want to leave!
Muskoka
Muskoka is one of Ontario's favorite year-round vacation destinations.
Cities of the North
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North Bay
North Bay is a caring community of energetic, high-spirited people. There are many tourist attractions in the City. The Dionne Qunituplets Museum, Chief Commanda II cruise ship and beaches on Lake Nipissing are just some of the things you can do.
Sault Ste. Marie
Nestled right in the heart of the Great Lakes, Sault Ste. Marie borders some of the most incredible wilderness on the planet.
Sudbury
With over 250 lakes and a ski hill within its boundaries, the City of Greater Sudbury has plenty of recreational opportunities.
Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay's awe-inspiring landscapes are matched by its rich cultural history.
Timmins
Over 500 lakes are located in and around Timmins, ensuring a wealth of recreational possibilities.
Fishing in Northern Ontario
Nothing can match the feeling of casting your line out on a quiet lake at the crack of dawn and waiting for that special fish to bite. Or, for the angler, imagine yourself catching a trophy walleye or muskie. With thousands of inland lakes and rivers and a variety of fresh water fish, Northern Ontario is the heart of great fishing opportunities. From fly fishing to trolling and ice fishing, whatever your preference or skill level, Ontario lodges and outfitters will be happy to accommodate your needs.
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Fishing in Sunset Country
Sunset Country sells itself as "Canada's Premier Fishing Destination" and they can back it up! With 70,000 freshwater lakes and rivers, the region can definitely lay claim to some of the best fishing in Ontario. Remote outpost cabins, five star fishing lodges and fly-in resorts - they are all here. You also have a wide variety of campgrounds to choose from or for something completely different, try an Ontario houseboat rental. The fishing is fantastic!
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Fishing in North of Superior
Stretching from the big water on Lake Superior north to wilderness lakes and rivers, the North of Superior region has great fishing adventures. Catch huge lake trout on Superior or trophy brook trout on the Albany River system. Wabakimi Wilderness Park has 12,000 lakes in it, many teeming with walleye and northern pike. There are many fly-in outposts and remote fishing lodges located in the park's boundaries offering a true world-class fishing experience. Famous fishing destinations such as Armstrong and Nakina are located in this travel region.
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Fishing in Algoma Country
Algoma Country's fishing options are endless! Deep troll for the elusive lake trout, go fly-fishing for brook trout in cold streams, find big bass near rocky shelves, tasty walleye on channels and shoals or go after mighty musky or great northern pike. The best thing is you can find all these fish species in our wilderness back-country. Fly-in to beautiful resorts and lodges, remote outpost lakes or drive-to a lakeside cabin or campground.
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Fishing in the Wilderness Region
By it's sheer size alone, Ontario's Wilderness Region is bound to have many great places to fish. What swims in these far northern reaches of the Province of Ontario are the ones you'll be talking about for years to come. Big in size and in fight, trophy fish like northern pike and walleye swim in our waters. Catch fresh fish for a shorelunch prepared by your Ontario fishing guide with all the fixings. It's a big part of the angling experience up here. You can drive-in and rent a cabin right beside the lake and access boat rentals and other services. You can also go for the extra adventure of a fly in fishing trip where you are the only people on the lake. If you like to fish, it's certainly worth it to see exactly what that trip is all about!.
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Fishing in Rainbow Country, Ontario
With endless opportunities presented by Georgian Bay and some of the best river fishing along the banks of the French River, Rainbow Country in Northeastern Ontario is a great destination for a fishing vacation. If you like to fish for muskie, both the French River and Georgian Bay are prime spots - the Ontario record muskie was caught in Georgian Bay so that is a real good sign if it is trophy-sized fish you are after. You can also enjoy great walleye, pike and bass fishing along with huge lake trout in the big bay.
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Fishing Trips to Ontario's Near North
The waters of the Near North travel region in Ontario have beckoned anglers from across Canada and the United States for decades. The star attraction in the region is massive Lake Nipissing with its abundant populations of walleye, bass, pike and muskie. Fishing on this lake is excellent both summer and winter so if it is ice fishing that you fancy, then the resorts and lodges in the Near North region can outfit you for a great vacation - winter or summer. In addition to Lake Nipissing are many smaller but just as productive lakes and rivers. Comfortable accommodations and some great times out on the water await you.
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Fishing in Muskoka
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