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The 10 Best RV Itineraries in Ontario
Bucket list trips to destinations all across the province.
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New ATV Route to Connect 5 Northern Towns
A first-ever, 5-day, 1,000-km backroad route
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2026 Northern Ontario Travel Survey Contest
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An Insider's Guide to Manitoulin Island
12 communities, sights, hikes and experiences that most first-time visitors miss!
By Bonnie Schiedel
The Ultimate Guide to Seeing the Northern Lights 2026
47 tips, tricks, and itineraries to help you see aurora borealis and plan your Northern Lights adventure.
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The Best of Fall in Northeastern Ontario
Where to find peak colour, fall fair weekends, farm fun, and our best ghost stories
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
4 Essential RV Itineraries From Toronto
From the GTA to the great outdoors, have you done these road trips?
By Rebecca Tucker
A Guide to Boating the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario
Recently named one of the best travel experiences in 2025 by the New York Times, this historic waterway offers boaters a leisurely way to explore dozens of small towns while relaxing on a rented houseboat.
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Inside the Manitouwadge ATV Jamboree: A Northern Ontario Trail-Riding Weekend
A hundred strangers, sixty-seven machines, and one small town that gets it right—ten years running.
By Mike Jacobs
Ontario Pow Wow Calendar: 2026 Edition
Culture, community, food, dancing, music, tradition, regalia—check out the 2025 pow wow calendar and discover where to celebrate this year.
By Indigenous Tourism Ontario
Snowmobiling the Superior 4 in Northwestern Ontario
These snowmobile routes deliver rides that feel spacious, uncrowded, and distinctly northern.
By Vicki Banning
Northern Ontario Motorcycle Routes: The Giant, Thunder Bay & Scenic Rides
Hit Northern Ontario’s top motorcycle routes—The Giant, Thunder Bay, and scenic trails await riders.
By Vicki Banning
Experience Skiing and Snowshoeing in Marathon, Ontario This Winter
Discover winter trails along Lake Superior’s North Shore—move, explore, and embrace the season, one glide or step at a time.
By Suzanne Kukko
Old Woman Bay
A Must Stop on Lake Superior
By Greg Sacco
The Northern Lights Trip Planner
3 trip ideas for an illuminating experience in Ontario
By Jamie McIntyre
See the Leaves Change: Fall Colour Report Ontario 2025
Autumn in Ontario is one of the most beautiful sights in the world. Here’s how to plan a spectacular viewing experience.
By Celeste Percy-Beauregard
Shop, Sip, Stay: Supporting Local in Thunder Bay
From a historic waterfront hotel to farm-to-table dining, bookshops, and artisan markets
By Northern Ontario
9 of the Most Beautiful Fall Destinations
And they’re all in Ontario.
By Jessica Wynne Lockhart
The Wawa Goose
12 Fun Facts About This Iconic Monument on Ontario's Highway 17 North.
By Algoma Staff Writer
Complete Guide to Moosonee & Moose Factory Island
11 essential experiences for visitors.
By Mitch Bowmile
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Marissa Evans

Marissa is the digital editor at Rapid Media, the media company behind Paddling Magazine and Kayak Angler Magazine. In summer, you'll find her canoe tripping, hiking, adventure racing and probably making a pit stop at Kawartha Dairy for ice cream. In winter, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, skating and, without question, still eating ice cream. 

More Articles By Marissa Evans

Backpacking Trails in Ontario

7 multiday hiking trips to the province’s most beautiful places.
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9 Reasons To Visit Ontario this Fall

Hello all things autumn.
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Best Backcountry Camping in Ontario

7 destinations that are wild with beauty and fun.
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Beach Camping in Ontario

14 sandy places to pitch your tent and swim to your heart’s content.
By Marissa Evans

Canoe & Kayak Trips in Ontario

Learn how to plan your next paddling day trip or overnight here.
By Marissa Evans

Hiking Trails in Ontario

Find the path to your next outdoor adventure here.
By Marissa Evans

Bike Routes & Trails in Ontario

Find the best destinations for every type of cycling here.
By Marissa Evans

Kayaking in Northern Ontario

14 paddling spots that are sure to delight.
By Marissa Evans

Skiing & Snowboarding During the Pandemic

Find out what restrictions you'll find at ski areas in Ontario.
By Marissa Evans

Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing During the Pandemic

Learn about the changes you’ll find at trails across the province.
By Marissa Evans
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