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Why You Should Visit Northern Ontario This Summer
Northeastern Ontario
Just a few hours north of Toronto, Northeastern Ontario offers some of the province’s most spectacular outdoor experiences. Paddle, hike, ride, or camp your way through vast landscapes shaped by lakes, forest, and Canadian Shield. With room to explore and adventures for every level, this is your gateway to authentic northern wilderness. Come discover why Northeastern Ontario belongs on every outdoor enthusiast’s map.
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North Bay
North Bay is the perfect playground for soft adventure all year round. From rugged trails and scenic waterways to serene landscapes, the region offers endless ways to get outside and delivers an outdoor experience for every kind of adventurer.
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Sudbury/Kivi Park
Ontario's Algoma Country
Algoma Country in Ontario, Canada, is a spectacular year-round destination bordered by Lakes Superior and Huron. This region offers a landscape rich in old-growth forests, countless waterways, and vibrant seasonal adventures, from summer hiking and fishing to fall colour tours and winter recreation. Algoma provides the perfect blend of challenging wilderness and welcoming Northern Hospitality.
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Sault Ste. Marie - Ontario's Premier Outdoor adventure town.
Discover unique and exciting attractions, events and activities in and around Ontario’s premier adventure town. Rugged Great Lakes coastlines, ancient Canadian Shield mountains, countless rivers and lakes, pristine beaches and exceptionally snowy winters provide a world-class outdoor backdrop for all kinds of adventures. Visit a city that pushes the boundaries beyond expectations.
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Northern Skies Resort
Northern Skies Resort is a fourth generation family owned cottage resort offering cozy lakeside stays, unforgettable backcountry adventures, group retreats and unique wilderness experiences in the heart of beautiful Algoma Country.
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Agawa Canyon Tour Train
Sit back and enjoy the world famous, bucket-list must-have, Agawa Canyon Tour Train. This beautiful, full-day excursion truly showcases the rugged beauty of Northern Ontario and the Canadian Shield. Enjoy a relaxing ride through beautiful Maple forests and past untouched inland lakes until you reach the Canyon. There you can see the famous Bridal Veil Falls and enjoy incredible panoramic views of the Canyon.
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Lake Superior Circle Tour
The Lake Superior Circle Tour is an iconic 1,300-km route that loops around the world’s largest freshwater lake, connecting breathtaking coastlines, rugged wilderness, and vibrant northern communities. Perfect for road trippers, motorcyclists, and adventure seekers, the tour showcases must-see lookouts, hidden beaches, rich Indigenous culture, nd endless outdoor adventure. It’s the ultimate way to experience the power and beauty of Lake Superior.
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