Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes
So blue you won’t believe your eyes.
By Virginia Marshall
Near the salt waters of James Bay and Hudson Bay
Local outfitters offer exceptional services for guided or self-guided adventures. #PaddleON
From Moosonee, there are water taxis to take visitors to the islands. Caution is advised as the winds, tides and river currents can challenge even the most experienced canoeists. You may even see a beluga whale or seal.
Find great backcountry paddling experiences at Ontario Parks.
For information on park fees and reservations, click here.
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