Want to see the Northern Lights?

See incredible stars and the dancing Aurora Borealis

Fall is the best time of the year to see the Northern Lights on Manitoulin Island. Come to Gordon's Park RASC Dark Sky Preserve for an incredible night sky experience. 

Two dates available: September 2 to 5, 2016 or October 7 to 10, 2016 

  • Welcome Wine and Cheese Campfire, Astronomy & Laser Sky Tours
  • How to Take Photos of Northern Lights, Supper, Slide Show, Astronomy & Laser Sky Tours
  • Horseshoe Tournament, fall hiking, Wind up campfire
About Trish Manning

Trish Manning is an adventure travel writer and the content coordinator for Ontario Outdoor Adventures. She is an avid outdoor person who loves to hike, paddle, SUP, snowshoe, cross-country ski and explore Ontario's great outdoors with her golden retriever, Daisy.

Recommended Articles

9 of the Most Beautiful Fall Destinations

And they’re all in Ontario.

Natural Highs

7 magnificent mountains in Ontario to climb, hike, ride, ski and more.

2025 Triathalons

Swim, cycle and run your way to triathlete status at these Ontario events.

Insider’s Guide to Sleeping Giant

Everything you need to plan a trip to this iconic provincial park.

Crown Land Camping

What it is and where you can camp in Ontario.

Ontario Trail Races

Find out where to test your limits and get out in the woods.

Go Winter Glamping

Get cozy at these 11 snowy Ontario getaways.

Best Winter Getaways in Ontario

Make the most of the snow in these stunning locales.

Dog Sledding in Ontario

Your guide to this exhilarating winter activity.

Want to kayak with caribou?

Go to Slate Islands

12 Reasons to Go to the Slate Islands

Rare wildlife, Arctic tundra, awesome paddling, and more!

Dogs Welcome!

Top dog-friendly resorts.

Explore Ontario’s Hidden Gems

18 destinations you need to visit.

Girls’ Getaways

21 ideas for an adventurous escape or bachelorette party in Ontario.

25 Adventurous Fall Activities in Ontario

Get outside and make the most of the season.

Best Waterfalls in Ontario

Discover where they are and how to get there.

Attention Detroit

A short drive gets you a lot of vacation fun in Ontario, Canada

Take a ruff ride

Dogsledding adventure at Haliburton Forest

Bachelor Parties: Boys’ Trips for Outdoor Lovers

Plans for outdoorsy guys and bachelor parties.

Can't-Miss Skating Trails & Outdoor Rinks

15 best places to lace up.