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

White Lake Provincial Park: A Hidden Gem

Camp, paddle, hike and swim in Northern Ontario.

Outdoor Playgrounds

Discover the best Ontario Provincial Parks.

Ontario’s Most Stunning Winter Resorts

13 places to book a snow-filled getaway to.

Discover Ontario’s Least Busy Parks

12 incredible off-the-radar destinations.

6 Best Places To Camp On Manitoulin

Book a campsite as your base to roam this chill oasis.

Dog Sledding in Ontario

Your guide to this exhilarating winter activity.

Like cycle touring?

Our top 3 must-do picks are ...

Kayak Georgian Bay

Experience a guided sea kayak trip on the bay.

Dog-Friendly Hikes in Ontario

Check out these stunning on- and off-leash trails.

Can't-Miss Skating Trails & Outdoor Rinks

15 best places to lace up.

9 of the Most Beautiful Fall Destinations

And they’re all in Ontario.

Horseback Trail Riding in Ontario

Discover the best horseback riding trails and clubs.

Hidden Gem: Rainbow Falls Provincial Park

Explore the trails, waterfalls and campsites of this little-known Ontario treasure.

All-Season Ontario Camping: 10 Incredible Yurts

Yurt adventures to discover in Ontario!

SUP in the city

The top 6 places to paddleboard in Toronto.

Learn to Skijor

Cross-country skiing with your dog just got better.

An Adventure Cycling Dream Come True

Explore a new leg of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail.

Pancake Bay: Ontario’s Ultimate Beach Escape

Discover the shores of an inland sea.

Throw Like a Pro

16 exciting disc golf courses in Ontario.

Canoe vs Kayak

Which is better for paddling on Lake Superior?