The Big List of All Major Waterways in Ontario

Read on to find out where to float your boat

Ontario is home to the best freshwater cruising in the world. With approximately 250,000 lakes and over 100,000km of rivers, 1/6th of the surface of this massive province is covered in water! With all this water to play in, it's no surprise that boat touring trips are very popular. Whether you're going out on a powerboat, yacht, or personal watercraft, all along the shores of the main waterways you will find marinas, restaurants, accommodations, and plenty of things to do to make your holiday one to remember!

Below is a list of the best resources for discovering the main waterways in Ontario. Click on each of them to learn more.

Trent Severn Waterway

Georgian Bay

The North Channel

St. Lawrence River

1000 Islands

Muskoka Lakes

Kawartha Lakes

Lake Simcoe

Ottawa River

The Rideau Canal

French River

Lake of the Woods

Lake St Clair

Lake Huron

Lake Ontario

Lake Superior

Lake Erie

Lake St. Clair

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