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!
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The waters of the Near North travel region in Ontario have beckoned anglers from across Canada and the United States for decades. The star attraction in the region is massive Lake Nipissing with its abundant populations of walleye, bass, pike and muskie. Fishing on this lake is excellent both summer and winter so if it is ice fishing that you fancy, then the resorts and lodges in the Near North region can outfit you for a great vacation - winter or summer. In addition to Lake Nipissing are many smaller but just as productive lakes and rivers. Comfortable accommodations and some great times out on the water await you.
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You don't have far to go to find great hunting in Ontario. The Near North Travel Region has plentiful big game like moose, bear and deer. Local hunting lodges and outfitters can provide you with a guided hunt or you can venture out in the woods on your own. Access excellent hunting land not far from Toronto and all of Southern Ontario for that matter. In addition to the larger animals you can also pursue quarry such as waterfowl, grouse and small game.
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If you are an ATV enthusiast then put the Near North Travel Region on your list of must try destinations. There are many signed and maintained trail systems you can try. Stay at local accommodations such as hotels, motels a lodge or resort. You can ride your machine and enjoy great accommodations at the end of the day. It is easy to book your ATV adventure!
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Algonquin Park, the words alone create images of the canoe and its role in providing access to the wilderness for thousands of people from across Canada and the rest of the world. Canoeing opportunities in the Near North Travel Region and nearby Algonquin Park are easily some of the best in Ontario. Experienced canoe outfitters can provide all the services and trip planning assistance that you require. Novice or experienced canoeists will find a trip into our back country a very satisfying and pleasurable experience.
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Ontario's Near North's Canoe & Kayaking Site
Paddling Ontario
Partners in Eco-Adventure Tourism
Do you enjoy recreational boating on beautiful freshwater lakes? If the answer is yes then you should head to Ontario's Near North Travel Region. Our many lakes offer excellent opportunities for fun out on the water. Stay in a cabin at a lodge or resort and make it an extended stay. If you think you'd enjoy boating during your vacation and you don't own a boat no worries! Lodges in the region offer boat rental packages for their guests. Enjoy fishing at the same time.
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The many back country areas make Ontario's Near North region a great destination to go hiking on nature trails. Experience the wonder of the boreal forest and see wildlife, birds and many interesting plant and tree species on your wilderness trek. Bring your camera as the wildlife photography opportunities are numerous. Birders converge on our area each year looking for the many songbirds that are seasonal visitors. Local accommodations are available for weekend and weeklong stays. Go camping or stay at a lodge or a hotel.
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Ontario's Near North's Hiking & Nature Site
Partners in Eco-Adventure Tourism
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Chief Commanda
Dionne Quints Museum
Provincial Parks in Ontario's Near North
Screaming Heads
Temagami Tower
Science North
The Park to Park Trail
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