Destination: Freshwater Fun

Discover some of Ontario's 250,000 lakes

Imagine a place with nearly limitless interconnected waterways. Where thousands of rivers, locks, and lakes combine to create a world-class boating experience—with world-class scenery, too. Sail through the 1000 Islands, past pink quartzite cliffs in Georgian Bay, and alongside the landscapes that inspired Canada's Group of Seven artists. With well-appointed marinas, municipal docks, waterfront restaurants and lodgings, as well as remote lakes where you can truly get an off-the-grid experience, Northern Ontario is the perfect place for boaters. 

This is Ontario, a playground for cruisers, day-trippers, and personal watercraft. 

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A Hidden Powerboating Haven

Two provinces, three cultures, one amazing lake.

A Guide to Getting your Ontario Boating Card

Get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) and then get out on the water!

A boat-in golf course?

​​​​​​​Check out these 5 baller boating destinations in Ontario for the ultimate luxury experience.

Pull Over Right Here

16 PWC-Accessible Restaurants

Boating in Ontario

The Complete Guide

A full day PWC adventure

Tips for a fun and problem-free ride

Boating is a Way of Life in Canada

Getting out on the water is part of an age old tradition–and it's good for your health!

The Boatless Boater

6 Ways to Be a Boater Without Being A Boat Owner

An epic trip by motorcycle boat?!

You have to see this vehicle to believe it.

Best Boat Launches

Where to start your PWC day trips

The Best Things In Life Are On The Water

Sea-Dooing on Georgian Bay

Uncovering the Gem of the Bruce Peninsula

Why Tobermory is so adored by boaters

Boaters' Heaven at Wiley Point Lodge

Lake of the Woods' best-kept secret

Beauty off the beaten track

A sailing adventure in Georgian Bay

Cruising Lake Ontario

A boater's complete guide.

Island Treasures

Exploring Ontario's Archipelagos

Cruising Lake Nipissing, part 2

Your Go-To Guide

The BOATsmart! Must-Do List for Summer

And these folks know their boating.

Take Me to the River

5 Great Ontario River Rides for your PWC

Larry Berrio's Concert *in* a lake comes to Timmins in 2023

Country fans get excited: the famous concert-in-a-lake that's been one of Sudbury's most popular events over the last couple of years is now coming to Timmins!