- Travel along the coast of Georgian Bay and Lake Huron.
- Partake in a cultural learning experience on Manitoulin Island.
- Visit the city of Sault Ste. Marie, offering packages that tie in the rich history and culture of the city.
- Travel north through along the coast of mighty Lake Superior to Wawa.
- Visit Naturally Superior Adventures just outside of Wawa to experience guided adventures by sea kayak, voyageur canoe, stand-up paddle board or just relax in the lodge on shores of Lake Superior.
- Continue north along the rugged northern shore to the city of Thunder Bay.
- Spend some time in Thunder Bay, the ideal urban basecamp for outdoor activities.
- Head west to discover the magnificent Lake of the Woods region.
- Continue north to the city of Kenora, known as the "Premiere Boating Destination of North America".
ROUTE
DISTANCE: 1900 km
- Depart from Toronto on Hwy#410.
- Turn onto Hwy#10 to Owen Sound.
- Take Hwy#6 up the Bruce Peninsula to Tobermory.
- Board the MS Chi-Cheemaun Ferry from Tobermory to South Baymouth, Manitoulin Island (2 hr crossing of Georgian Bay).
- Hwy#6 off the island joining up with Hwy#17 to Sault Ste. Marie.
- Continue north on HWY#17 to Wawa.
- Departing from Wawa, continue on HWY#17 north to Thunder Bay.
- Depart west from Thunder Bay on HWY#17.
- Turn left onto HWY#11
- Continue on HWY#11 to HWY#71.
- Follow HWY #71 north to Kenora.
Toronto to Manitoulin Island
6 h 38 min / 364 km
MS Chi-Cheemaun Ferry crossing:
2 h crossing of Georgian Bay.
Manitoulin Island to Sault Ste. Marie
4 h 10 min / 340 km
Sault Ste. Marie to Wawa
2 h 40 min / 230 km
Wawa to Thunder Bay
5 h 25 min / 477 km
Thunder Bay to Kenora
5 h 30 min / 490 km
MS Chi-Cheemaun
The ferry connects Tobermory on the tip of Bruce Peninsula with South Baymouth on Manitoulin Island, crossing Georgian Bay.
Contact
T: 1-800-265-3163
Wikwemikong experience
The largest Anishinabek community on Manitoulin Island.
Contact
Luke Wassegijig – Tourism Manager
T: 1-705-859-3477
Ojibwe Cultural Foundation
Browse Indigenous galleries, sample authentic cuisine and learn traditions like beading or spirit rock painting.
Contact
Manitoulin Island hotel
& conference centre
Wake up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated in contemporary rooms with decor reflecting the First Nations traditions.
Contact
manitoulinhotel.com
Perivale gallery
Perivale Gallery is the premier art destination of Manitoulin Island, and one of the most prestigious art galleries in all of Northern Ontario.
Contact
T: 705-210-0290
E: info@perivalegallery.com
Meldrum Bay Inn
On the Northern shores of the Manitoulin Island, and just before the end of Highway 540, sits the Meldrum Bay Inn.
Contact
T: 877-557-1645
E: meldrumbayinn@yahoo.com
Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth is an immersive, hands-on science centre that features earth science and mining experiences.
Contact
T: 1-800-461-4898
E: contactus@sciencenorth.ca
Science North
Discover the connection between science and the everyday world at Science North.
Contact
T: 1-800-461-4898
E: contactus@sciencenorth.ca
Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site
Once the most westerly fort in Upper Canada, Fort St. Joseph is now a fascinating historic ruin.
Contact
T: 705-246-2664
E: fortstjoseph-info@pc.gc.ca
Agawa Canyon Tour Train
The Agawa Canyon Tour Train is one of the most popular train excursions in North America.
Contact
T: 249-622-1163
E:info@agawatrain.ca
Art Gallery of Algoma
The Art Gallery of Algoma (AGA) is a public art gallery dedicated to cultivating and advancing the knowledge and appreciation of visual arts in Sault Ste. Marie and district.
Contact
T: 705-949-9067
E: news@artgalleryofalgoma.com
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is dedicated to preserving the history and telling the story of bush planes and forest fire protection in Canada.
Contact
T: 705-945-6242
E: forestfire@bushplane.com
Entomica Insectarium
An insect-based science centre sharing to discover a variety of live exotic insects from around the world displayed in beautiful living vivariums.
Contact
T: 705-297-5777
E: bugus@entomica.com
Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site
The Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site features two of the oldest stone buildings in Northern Ontario.
Contact
T: 705-759-5443
E: old.stone.house@cityssm.on.ca
Forest the Canoe
Forest the Canoe embraces "True North" experiences offering both winter and summer interpretive and guided tours.
Contact
T: 705-730-3457
E: forestthecanoe@gmail.com
Métis Tours
Interpretive guided canoe tours take you on a journey of historic water trails.
Contact
T: 705-975-0631
E: info@superiorconservancy.org
Miss Marie Sault Lock Tours
Sit back, relax and a enjoy a tour of the Sault Locks along the waters of Lake Superior and the St. Mary's River.
Contact
T: 705-989-4985
E: info@saultlocktours.ca
Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site
The Sault Ste. Marie Canal, built in 1895, was the world’s longest lock, the first to operate using electricity and the last link in an all-Canadian navigational chain from the Atlantic to Lake Superior.
Contact
T: 705-941-6262
E: infolhncssm-ssmcnhsinfo@pc.gc.ca
Sault Ste. Marie Museum
The Museum is housed in fine heritage sandstone from the excavation of the canal.
Contact
T: 705-759-7278
E: info@saultmuseum.ca
Thrive Tours
An Indigenous-owned and operated guided ecotourism company in Sault Ste. Marie.
Contact
T: 705-862-1558
E: info@thrivetours.ca
Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre
The space presents over 110 years of history of the Shingwauk Indian Industrial Residential Schools.
Contact
T: 705-949-2301x 4623
E: shingwaukDG@algomau.ca
Waterfront Adventure Centre
The Waterfront Adventure Centre offers canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals.
Contact
T: 705-759-2554 ext. 292
E: philip.dittburner@saultcollege.ca
Walk Among The Trees
Through an Anishinaabe cultural lens, participants will learn about the natural and cultural history, experience ceremony, storytelling, teachings and cuisine for creating important long-lasting memories.
Contact
T: 705-975-3086
E: walkamongthetrees23@gmail.com
Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site
Once the most westerly fort in Upper Canada, Fort St. Joseph is now a fascinating historic ruin.
Contact
T: 705-246-2664
E: fortstjoseph-info@pc.gc.ca
Enjoy guided tours from the Group of Seven, historic Sault Ste. Marie to culinary tours and colourful murals.
Contact
T: 705-649-2235
E: carole@blaqbear.ca
Hogan’s Homestead is the third largest Maple Producer in the region, with over 30,000 trees to tap.
Stokely Creek Lodge
Situated in the Algoma Highlands, Stokely Creek Lodge is an all-inclusive winter ski and snowshoe resort.
Contact
T: 705-649-3421
E: info@stokelycreek.com
Searchmont Resort is a top-tier ski facility with a vertical of 703 feet/214 metres and 26 runs – 10 of which are 1 km or longer.
Contact
T: 705-781-2340
E: info@searchmont.com
Lake Superior Provincial Park
Discover the crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, beautiful scenic vistas and spectacular waterfalls of Lake Superior's rugged coast.
Contact
T: 705-856-2284
Mystic Isle Motel
Mystic Isle Motel is a “Gem in the Woods” located right off Highway 17 and minutes from downtown Wawa, Ontario.
Contact
T: 705-856-1737
E: mysticisle@mysticisle.com
Mar Mac Lodge Wilderness Resort
Mar Mac Lodge is your gateway to an unforgettable wilderness adventure on Esnagi Lake.
Contact
T: 705-971-7922
E: info@marmaclodge.com
Lodge Eighty-Eight
Lodge Eighty Eight is a premiere wilderness lodge situated on remote Esnagi Lake.
Contact
T: 705-812-1624
E: info@lodgeeightyeight.com
Naturally Superior Adventures
Half day, one or multi day guided adventures.
Contact
T: 705-856-2939
E: info@naturallysuperior.com
Kakabeka falls provincial park
Also known as Niagara of the North.
Contact
T: 1-807-473-9231
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
On the southern tip of this rugged peninsula near Thunder Bay lies the legendary Sleeping Giant.
Contact
T: 1-807-977-2526
Fort William Historical Park
Fort William Historical Park is one of the largest living history attractions in North America.
Contact
Reservations: 807-473-2344
Admissions: 807-473-2347
Administration: 807-577-8461
Sail Superior
Sail Superior offers a variety of exciting journeys on the open waters of Lake Superior.
Contact
T: 1-807-628 3333
E: info@sailsuperior.com
Canadian Lighthouses of Lake Superior
Visit one of Lake Superior's Lighthouses and experience firsthand the life and adventure of a light keeper.
Contact
WildernesS North
Wilderness North offers world-class Canadian fishing, fly fishing, and adventure experiences.
Contact
Toll Free: 888-465-3474
T: 807-983-2047
E: krista@wildernessnorth.com
Branch's Seine River Lodge
Nestled in the heart of Sunset Country in Northwestern Ontario Canada, Branch's Seine River Lodge is a modern, full service, drive in fishing and hunting lodge.
Contact
T: 1-(866) 443-4414
E: fishing@seineriverlodge.com
Quetico Provincial Park
Quetico Provincial Park is one of Ontario’s finest wilderness canoeing Parks, recognized by the world for its unparalled peace and tranquility.
Contact
T: 1-807-597-2735
Totem Lodge
Totem Lodge is a Premier Fishing Resort in Sioux Narrows, Ontario, Canada
Contact
T: 1-807-226-5275
E: info@totemresorts.com
Grace Anne II yacht & lodge
A sophisticated world-class cruise through majestic Lake of the Woods.
Contact
T: 1-800-987-3857
Clarion Lakeside Inn
Stay at this Kenora Hotel situated on the beautiful Lake of the Woods!
Contact
T: (807) 468-5521
Lake of the Woods Brewery Tours
Lake of the Woods Brewing company is located in a 100+ year old historic fire hall in down town Kenora, ON.
Contact
T: 1-833-321-2337
Lake of the Woods Museum
The award-winning Lake of the Woods Museum, one of the finest small museums in Canada is located in the City of Kenora.
Contact
T: (807) 467-2105
MS Kenora
The MS Kenora offers scenic tours around beautiful Lake of the Woods in Kenora.
Contact
T: (807) 468-9124
