Welcome to Sunset Country

Naturally Remote

Imagine a place that has more lakes than people and the best fishing anywhere in the province. A place where you can experience the clean northern air and waters, retreat to the wilds of the backcountry, and truly breathe. 

Welcome to Sunset Country

Choose your own adventure here in Northwest Ontario. You can find nirvana in Sunset Country’s vast wilderness or place yourself just outside of civilization’s reach. An outdoors enthusiast’s paradise, Sunset Country offers everything you could ever dream of and more. 

Retreat for a fishing trip of a lifetime, bring your family on the ultimate adventure, paddle into the wilderness for solitude and reflection or simply enjoy the wilderness from a cozy cabin on the boreal shoreline. Whatever you choose to do in Sunset Country, be prepared to be wowed by the wildlife, northern lights, and vast landscapes with a setting sun that stretches nearly to midnight. 

Explore our waterways by boat, paddling canoes, kayaks, or SUPs, cruising in a houseboat, or even by plane. Along the way, you’re bound to spot abundant wildlife, cascading waterfalls, and vistas that will take your newly regained breath away. 

Piqued your interest? Start planning a vacation by ordering the FREE Ontario's Sunset Country Travel Guide.

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New Restrictions on What You Can Bring into Canada

Keep up to dates with the changes.

Renew Your Outdoors Card, Online!

It's never been easier to buy your Ontario fishing license and Outdoors Card

8 facts you didn't know about moose

Just how big is a moose anyway?

Canada's Gemstone Capital: Mining Amethyst in Thunder Bay

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10 Facts About Lac Seul

How many of these did you know?

White Otter Castle: The Incredible Story of the Mansion in the Middle of Nowhere

Imagine single-handedly building this massive structure in the middle of the wilderness?

Curious as to which fish species are in your favourite lake?

Use this interactive map to find out.

Kakabeka Falls

5 reasons to stop on your next trip

7 Interesting Facts about Sioux Lookout

From airplane skis to Queen Elizabeth, this northern town is full of historic surprises!

Northwest Ontario Fishing Tournaments

Fish for walleye, bass or even muskie!

Catch More Walleye!

The bait you use can make all the difference

Secluded Cottage Rentals

You won't believe what's available at some of these remote lodges!

Provincial Campgrounds Full?

Book a site at one of these amazing campgrounds!

10 things to do in Dryden

See the famous "Dryden Buck"!

Tips for Spring Walleye Fishing

Find out the best places to find walleyes.

What makes Wabigoon such a great lake to fish?

Well for one, it has potential for the next world record muskie!

Fish Species in Ojibwe

Learn the Anishinaabemowin name of your favourite species

Detouring the gigantic Aulneau Peninsula

Whitefish Bay to Sabaskong Bay just got easier

Discover The Winnipeg River

From fur traders to trophy anglers, the beauty hasn't changed.

Big Fish, Big Baits!

Fishing for the giants in Ontario's Sunset Country.