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FISHING
Nothing can match the feeling of casting your line out on a quiet lake at the crack of dawn and waiting for that special fish to bite. Or, for the angler, imagine yourself catching a trophy Walleye or Muskeye. With thousands of inland lakes and rivers and a variety of fresh water fish, Northern Ontario is the heart of great fishing opportunities. From fly fishing to trolling and ice fishing, whatever your preference or skill level, Ontario lodges and outfitters will be happy to accommodate your needs.
FISHING IN SUNSET COUNTRY
FISHING IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
FISHING IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
http://www.algomacountry.com/activitydetail.php?id=2FISHING IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
FISHING IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
FISHING IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
FISHING IN MUSKOKA TOURISM
HUNTING
The challenge of the pursuit, the satisfaction of living off the land, hunting in Northern Ontario is a local tradition that has been connecting people with nature for centuries. If it's big game you're after, there is black bear, deer, and moose to challenge your skills. For smaller game, Ontario offers excellent habitat for a variety of grouse and waterfowl. Ontario's outfitters are ready to assist you with all of your hunting plans and needs. They will help to ensure you have an exciting hunting experience.
HUNTING IN SUNSET COUNTRY
HUNTING IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
HUNTING IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
HUNTING IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
HUNTING IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
HUNTING IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
HUNTING IN MUSKOKA
ATVing
Discover the rugged terrain of Northern Ontario on an ATV off-road adventure. Feel the exhilaration of driving along an unbeaten path or take a smooth ride on one of our many groomed trails. Whether you prefer to explore the wilderness on your own or take a guided tour, Northern Ontario has thousands of miles of trails and unlimited destinations to challenge and inspire you.
ATVing IN SUNSET COUNTRY
ATVing IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
ATVing in ALGOMA COUNTRY
ATVing in ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
ATVing in RAINBOW COUNTRY
ATVing in ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
ATVing in MUSKOKA
CANOEING & KAYAKING
Experience the ultimate canoeing or kayaking adventure in beautiful Northern Ontario. Come on up and get outfitted with all the necessary equipment and gear. Discover the thrill of riding the rapids, the solitude of paddling a misty lake, or the freedom of boating across a clear blue lake as the sun sets. With over 100,000 lakes and thousands of miles of canoe routes, Northern Ontario is the crown jewel of canoeing and kayaking opportunities.
CANOEING IN SUNSET COUNTRY
CANOEING IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
CANOEING IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
CANOEING IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
CANOEING IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
CANOEING IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
CANOEING IN MUSKOKA
MOTOR BOATING
With so many glimmering lakes, rushing rivers and intriguing shorelines to explore, Northern Ontario delivers unparalleled motor boat adventures. Go water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing or just cruise along a sunny lake in your boat alone. Then relax at one of the many lodges Northern Ontario has to offer.
MOTORBOATING IN SUNSET COUNTRY
MOTORBOATING IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
MOTORBOATING IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
MOTORBOATING IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
MOTORBOATING IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
MOTORBOATING IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
MOTORBOATING IN MUSKOKA
HIKING & NATURE
Grab your camera, binoculars and field guide! In Northern Ontario you can discover a diversity of plant and wildlife that's practically unparalleled. Explore our rugged terrain on your own or take a guided tour. Whichever your preference, this region's diverse landscape offers something to spark every nature lover's interest.
NATURE VIEWING IN SUNSET COUNTRY
NATURE VIEWING IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
NATURE VIEWING IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
NATURE VIEWING IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
NATURE VIEWING IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
NATURE VIEWING IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
NATURE VIEWING IN MUSKOKA
CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS
Nothing brings you closer to the heart of Northern Ontario than camping in our majestic wilderness. With numerous full-service private campgrounds and RV parks and over 200 Ontario Provincial Parks, there is always somewhere new to explore in our region for every type of camper. Grab your gear and prepare for an outdoor adventure that leaves you feeling refreshed, renewed, and longing for more.
CAMPGROUNDS IN SUNSET COUNTRY
CAMPGROUNDS IN NORTH OF SUPERIOR
CAMPGROUNDS IN ALGOMA COUNTRY
CAMPGROUNDS IN ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION
CAMPGROUNDS IN RAINBOW COUNTRY
CAMPGROUNDS IN ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
CAMPGROUNDS IN MUSKOKA
Things to Know
GETTING HERE
Ontario has an extensive and efficient transportation system. Travelers can enjoy a wide variety of options for getting around the province, from air to land to water.
There are eight international airports in Ontario, two national and international airlines, and five domestic airlines providing service within Ontario including service to remote northern locations. You can fly to Toronto from the United States, then easily catch a flight to whatever part of Ontario you're looking to explore. Car rental companies, airport taxis and shuttle services are often situated right on airport premises, while bus, rail lines and ferries offer services that can be tailored to suit any budget.
For a complete list of airports, bus lines, ferries, trains, car rental agencies, and marinas,
click here.
Traveling times
To use a helpful guide for determining traveling times to Ontario,
click here.
Get Here From Michigan
You can also get to Ontario by flying to Northern Michigan, then renting a car to head across the border into Canada.
For a list of Michigan Airports,
click here.
For a list of Minnesota Airports,
click here.
For a list of Wisconsin Airports,
click here.
DRIVING TIMES
Driving Times to US/Canada Border access points: (in hours)
Sault Ste. Marie Fort Frances Pigeon River Rainy River
Chicago, IL 8 10.5 10.75 12
Cleveland, OH 9.25 16 16.25 17.5
Denver, CO 21.5 16.5 18.25 18
Des Moines, IA 12.25 8.5 8.75 10
Detroit, MI 6 15 14.5 16.25
Green Bay, WI 5.5 8.25 9 10
Houston, TX 24 23 23.5 24.5
Indianapolis, IN 8.25 13.5 13.75 15
Kingston, ON 12.75 21 19.75 22.5
Madison, WI 7.75 8.5 8.5 9.75
Milwaukee, WI 8.5 9.25 9.5 10.75
Minneapolis, MN 12.25 5 5.5 6.5
Nashville, TN 12.75 17.75 17.75 19.25
New York, NY 19.25 23 23.25 24.5
Niagara Falls, ON 10.5 18.5 17.75 20
North Bay, ON 5.75 16.75 14.5 18.25
Oklahoma City, OK 19 16.5 16.75 18
Omaha, NE 14.5 10.5 11 10.75
Ottawa, ON 10.75 21.5 18.75 22.75
Philadelphia, PA 17.75 22.5 22.75 24
Pittsburgh, PA 12 17.75 18 19.25
Rochester, NY 12.5 20 19 21.25
Sioux Falls, SD 13.25 8.5 9.25 8.25
St. Louis, MO 14.5 13.5 14 15
Toronto, ON 9 18.25 17.25 19.5
Windsor, ON 6 15 14.5 16.5
U.S. VISITOR REGULATIONS
Whether you're traveling to Canada by air, car or sea it's important to understand all the various regulations and customs information before you get to the border. For example, you'll require a passport if you're flying but not if you're entering Canada by land.
There are also specific laws regarding duty free items, alcohol, tobacco, hunting, fishing and firearms. You'll find that some of these area quite different in Canada from the US. It's important to know what you can and can't bring into the country, and what paperwork you'll be required to present.
For Customs & U.S. Visitor Regulations,
click here.
For Fishing Regulations in Ontario,
click here.
For Hunting Regulations in Ontario,
click here.
For Firearms Regulations in Ontario,
click here.
CURRENCY & SALES TAX
We recommend that visitors use Canadian funds in Ontario. Currency-exchange offices are conveniently located at most Ontario Travel Information Centres at the U.S./Ontario border. They offer the current rate of exchange and are open daily.
The good rate of exchange is also offered at currency-exchange booths at international airports (Toronto, Ottawa) and at all banks, trust companies, and credit unions. Banks are generally open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday; to 6 p.m. Friday. Most trust companies are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and Saturday mornings.
To use our Currency Converter,
click here.
WEATHER
Due to Ontario's vast size, temperatures can vary greatly from region to region and even within the regions themselves. Generally, our weather is considered continental, with the lowest temperatures being recorded in January and the highest in July.
Generally, Northern Ontario experiences a colder climate than Southern Ontario. Temperatures are given in degrees Celsius with the Fahrenheit equivalent often added - for an exact conversion of Celsius to Fahrenheit, multiply the Celsius by 9, divide by 5, and add 32.
For detailed information about Ontario's climate, click here.
OTHER RESOURCES
Here are a few helpful tips, facts and resources to help you get the most out of your Ontario travel experience, no matter where you're visiting from. Please make a selection from the list below to learn more about a particular topic.
Alcohol
Credit Cards
Duty Free
Emergency Services
Facts about Ontario
Gambling
Gifts
Health Insurance
History and Culture
Hospitals and Medical Services
Land Use Laws
Language Information
Ontario Tourism Signs
Ontario Travel Information Centres
Pets
Postage
Public Holidays
Rules of the Road
Regions
SUNSET COUNTRY
If you're looking for the best in outdoor adventures then come visit Northwestern Ontario's Sunset Country. Covering a 60,000 square mile area of the Canadian Province of Ontario, Sunset Country offers some of Canada's finest freshwater fishing and outdoor adventure opportunities! Enjoy your favorite outdoor activity be it fishing, snowmobiling, camping, or touring. Sunset Country is easily accessible from almost any place in North America and is located directly north of the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
SUNSET COUNTRY: MORE TO SEE AND DO
NORTH OF SUPERIOR
Welcome to one of Canada's most exciting and beautiful destinations - Ontario's North of Superior Country! The area is vast, over 60,000 square miles in the middle of Canada, but we make it easy to explore. The world's largest freshwater lake, the legendary wild inland sea of Lake Superior, is the anchor for North of Superior Country. It's also a great starting place for incredible day tripping along the Canadian lakeshore as you drive the famous Lake Superior Circle Tour. As the highway meanders along 575 miles of shoreline, you'll pass magnificent scenic vistas, historic sites, wilderness provincial parks, sandy beaches, towering cliffs and quaint fishing villages.
NORTH OF SUPERIOR: MORE TO SEE AND DO
ALGOMA COUNTRY
Framed by Lake Huron and Lake Superior, Algoma Country attracts anglers, canoeists, kayakers and hunters. Sault Ste. Marie, situated at the nexus of the lakes, offers opportunities for every visitor. Summer brings hiking and kayaking excursions, while winter offers numerous groomed trails ideal for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. The Algoma Central Railway (ACR) features single-day excursions to the Agawa Canyon and its surrounding forests during warmer months while the Snow Train showcases the area in winter. Several provincial parks, such as Pancake Bay Provincial Park or Batchawana Bay Provincial Park, offer adventures such as swimming, hiking, or staying in one of many camping facilities.
ALGOMA COUNTRY: MORE TO SEE AND DO
ONTARIO'S WILDERNESS REGION
Visit the northern wilds in the Ontario Wilderness Frontier, the largest travel region in the province. Located in the northeast corner of Ontario, the area's vast stretches of untamed land are filled with cliffs, canyons and lakes, where boreal forests mix with tundra and muskeg resulting in a stark natural beauty. Rich with wildlife, the area is known for both its fishing and hunting, as well as its polar bear and beluga whale viewing opportunities. When visiting Cochrane, make sure to take time to see the polar bears at the local conservation habitat.
ONTARIO WILDERNESS REGION: MORE TO SEE AND DO
RAINBOW COUNTRY
Rainbow Country includes the areas of Pointe au Baril, Britt, French River, Killarney, Greater Sudbury, Espanola, North Shore and Manitoulin Island. In summer you'll discover water everywhere, dotted with islands. Experience the spectacular blue stretches of Georgian Bay sprinkled with the famous 30,000 Islands and the sailing paradise of Lake Huron's North Channel. In winter you can enjoy cross country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, dog sledding, ice skating and, of course, a Snowmobiler's Paradise with hundreds of miles of groomed trails. Warm hospitality can be found any time of year in all of the inns, resorts, lodges and motels throughout our region.
RAINBOW COUNTRY: MORE TO SEE AND DO
ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH
With a coverage of more than 62,000 square kilometres, the Near North has more opportunities to fish, paddle, snowmobile, snowshoe, dogsled, boat, backpack, bike, ski, hunt, and basically have a great time than just about anywhere around! There's so much to do here, you may never want to leave! Come for a visit, have a great time and take home memories you'll treasure a lifetime!
ONTARIO'S NEAR NORTH: MORE TO SEE AND DO
MUSKOKA
Muskoka is one of Ontario's favorite year-round vacation destinations. With 2,500 square miles of towering pines, sparkling lakes and rivers, endless recreational activities, diversified culture and genuine friendly service, Muskoka will have you under its spell on your first visit! Just a 90-minute drive north of Toronto, you'll reach the gateways to Muskoka between Highway 11 North at Severn Bridge and Highway 400 North at Port Severn. Immediately you will feel the magic of the region; pink granite rock of the Canadian Shield will surround you, the roar of our many picturesque waterfalls and the charming beauty of our towns and villages will enliven your spirit and imagination.
MUSKOKA: MORE TO SEE AND DO