Discover Thunder Bay

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Located on the shores of Lake Superior, the world's largest freshwater lake, Thunder Bay offers unlimited access to outdoor adventure. With skiing, snowshoeing, fat biking and ice climbing in the winter and hiking, sailing, paddling, mountain biking and more throughout the summer months—Thunder Bay truly is Canada's Greatest Outdoor City. 


A view of Sleeping Giant across the water from the city of Thunder Bay. 

Packed with Indigenous history, art, music, film, and a lively culinary scene including several independent breweries, Canada's Greatest Outdoor City is perfect for those who are not-so-outdoorsy as well.

Thunder Bay is the largest city in Northwest Ontario, offering easy access for visitors from the U.S., Manitoba, the rest of Ontario, and beyond.  The city boasts an international airport, boutique hotel and accommodation options, and makes an ideal basecamp for all of your Northwest Ontario adventures.

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The Best Sights to See in Thunder Bay

From the legendary Sleeping Giant to Indigenous art galleries these Thunder Bay attractions are not to be missed.

12 best places to stay in Thunder Bay

A boutique courthouse, art-filled hostel, or a luxe waterfront hotel—TBay has accommodations for every taste.

WWII Bombers in Thunder Bay

Climb Aboard or Take a Flight of a Lifetime!

Trails at Shuniah Mines

Come Ride in Thunder Bay

Experience Your Perfect Summer in Thunder Bay

An A to Z guide to outdoor adventure in this scenic Northern Ontario city

A Bird's-Eye View of Thunder Bay

Mount McKay Lookout - Anemki Wajiw is a must-do in this Northwestern Ontario city

Get Up, Stand Up!

Stand Up Paddleboarding In Thunder Bay

Conquer a Giant

This iconic Northwest Ontario landmark rises 1000 ft above the surface of Lake Superior.

Get a taste of Island Life

Take your taste buds on a trip to Jamaica, without leaving Thunder Bay

A City of Sisu

Finnish Culture in Thunder Bay

Getting Bites Under City Lights

Urban Angling in Thunder Bay

Treasure Hunting in Thunder Bay

A longtime thrifter's story—and some hot tips!

Top 5 places to view the Sleeping Giant

Thunder Bay's Most Famous Landmark and the best places to see it

Good News Yarn Hunters!

Two New Yarn Stores have opened in Thunder Bay

An Epic Road Trip to Thunder Bay

Two weeks, five stopovers, and one incredible adventure in Northern Ontario

The Remembrance Poppy and its Thunder Bay Roots

How an iconic downtown hotel helped launch this time-honoured tradition.

Enter a World of Creative Potential at Lockstitch Fabrics

Big City Fabric Options with a Tight-Knit Community Feel

6 great hiking trails in and around Thunder Bay

Hike the famous Sleeping Giant or the Flett railway tunnel in this Northwest Ontario city.

Green Mantle and Nanabijou's Wife

Discover the Legends of Thunder Bay's Natural Wonders

Blast from the Past

Touch history at the Founders' Museum on Highway 61