Choose Your Winter Adventure!

Unforgettable Winter Experiences in Sault Ste. Marie

By Staff Writer Tourism SSM Bringing the local tourism industry together to promote the city and assist in developing its economy.

July 13, 2023

Did you know that you can hop on a Porter flight from downtown Toronto and be in beautiful Sault Ste. Marie—offering some of the best winter adventures for an unforgettable getaway in just over an hour of flying time? Not only is this a quick flight saving you more time to have more fun, but you will also gain access to packages that will create an affordable and unforgettable winter experience this season.

Ski/Snowshoe & Stay Packages

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Cross Country and Snowshoe Paradise Getaway

Cross Country ski packages include two nights of accommodations (minimum)! Stokely Creek Lodge or Hiawatha Highlands offer over 14,000 acres of Northern Ontario wilderness to explore by snowshoe or Nordic ski. Breathtaking views are waiting around every corner, atop every mountain, and keep a close eye out for hidden ice falls and caves to stop and admire.

An Epic Alpine Skiing Experience

Visit Searchmont Ski Resort and book your true mountain experience, which includes accommodations and lift tickets! Breakfast and/or OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie packages are included with certain participating accommodations. Visit Sault Tourism's Ski page for more information on skiing in the area.

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A Fishing Adventure

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Algoma Ice Fishing Package (Two Nights)

Sault Ste. Marie is your gateway to an epic fishing adventure in the Algoma Region. With the comforts of a fully equipped portable hut, you will enjoy a day of fishing action with a local expert and guide. This unique experience begins with a snowshoe into the remote wilderness, where you will be fishing in the infamous Lake Superior Provincial Park or you can choose to visit St. Marys River for Steelhead, or one of the hundreds of inland lakes in the Algoma Region. This is truly a high-quality fishing experience, one that will take you beyond your expecations.

Book your package and explore the Algoma region with one of Sault Ste. Marie's top anglers, Tyler Dunn. You will be contacted after completing your booking to choose your location and discuss details. Ontario Fishing licence is required.

Fishing options: Whitefish, Perch, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, & Crappie/Blue Gil

A Northern River Fishing Experience

Sault Ste. Marie is a year-round paradise for anglers of any skill level. This is your opportunity to experience a unique guided adventure, fishing for some of Canada's most iconic species in the numerous rivers scattered all over the Algoma Region. Troll, wade, or shore fish on a fully equipped day of fishing action with a local expert and guide. St. Marys River is know for its Steelhead if you're up for the challenge.

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Fish cleaning and transportation are available upon request at an additional cost, and should be arranged with your guide prior to your visit. Explore the Algoma region with one of Sault Ste. Marie's top anglers. You will be contacted after completing your booking to choose your location and discuss details. Ontario Fishing license is required Your fishing options include Small Mouth Bass, Large Mouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Steelhead, Atlantic Salmon, Lake Trout, Brook Trou, and Rainbow Trout.

We'd love to hear about the winter adventure you chose!