Visit the northern wilds of Ontario’s Wilderness Region, 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.
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By it's sheer size alone, Ontario's Wilderness Region is bound to have many great places to fish. What swims in these far northern reaches of the Province of Ontario are the ones you'll be talking about for years to come. Big in size and in fight, trophy fish like northern pike and walleye swim in our waters. Catch fresh fish for a shorelunch prepared by your Ontario fishing guide with all the fixings. It's a big part of the angling experience up here. You can drive-in and rent a cabin right beside the lake and access boat rentals and other services. You can also go for the extra adventure of a fly in fishing trip where you are the only people on the lake. If you like to fish, it's certainly worth it to see exactly what that trip is all about!.
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Ontario’s Wilderness Region not only offers you plenty of game, but a hunting experience unparalleled to any other destination. We pride ourselves on our natural wilderness, abundance of game and our ability to connect you with guides, outfitters, support services and accommodations for a safe and enjoyable hunt.
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ATV enthusiasts will think they have found the promised land when the see all the places to ride in Ontario's Widerness Region. Access areas that are remote and incredibly beautiful. Ride trails and stay in the many accommodations along the way.
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With a region as vast as ours, the paddling opportunities are virtually unlimited. Explore river systems with your canoe or kayak - some traveled by the Voyageurs. Go on a wildrness canoe trip deep into the back woods and enjoy the Canadian Wilderness on its terms. Qualified canoe and kayak outfitters are available with packages that suit a variety of budgets and needs.
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Ontario's Wilderness' Canoe & Kayaking Site
Paddling Ontario
Partners in Eco-Adventure Tourism
Water is everywhere - that's what you'll be thinking when you bring your motor boat into Ontario's Wilderness Region. Boating options range from large lakes to rivers where you can enjoy the fres air and freedom motor boating gives you. See beautiful vistas as you cruise the waters or enjoy activities like tubing,wake-boarding or skiing.
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You can experience nature up close in Ontario's Wilderness Region. Wildlife viewing opportunities are incredible, poalrs bears in the far north, black bears, moose, deer, eagles, wolves and many more species. It is a nature photographer's paradise. For the serious hiker we have thousands of square kilometers to tackle, pick your spot and experience the beauty of the boreal forest.
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Ontario's Wilderness' Hiking Site
Twisty, windy and paved roads are what you will find in Ontario’s Wilderness Region. Along with the adventure of the ride, you will also be welcomed into some of the most graceful communities in Northern Ontario. As a rider, you know that part of the experience is about grasping the adventure along the way. Ontario’s Wilderness Region takes pride in its breathtaking sceneries throughout the area. So, stop and enjoy the wilderness, the waterways and all of our popular attractions. Discover our Wide Open Spaces this summer.
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Whether your looking for a full-service RV Park or you want to go wilderness camping, Ontario's Wilderness Region has got a lot to offer. Bring up your RV and spend a week at a beautiful lakeside campground - there are many options to choose from. Explore the backcountry regions of this vast part of Ontario - canoeists can find many different routes that will take them deep into the wilderness. Canoe outfitters can provide you with the equipment you need.
You won't believe the number of things you can see and do while vactioning in Ontario's Wilderness Region. Our communities have all kinds of activities going on including some of the most unique tourist attractions anywhere. Take a train far into Canada's north - the Polar Bear Express is a fantastic trip to the Arctic Coast along James Bay. Famous singer Shania Twain was born in and raised in Timmins and her career is celebrated in that city at the Shania Twain Centre. These are only a few examples find out why it's worth the tri to visit us.
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Ontario's Wilderness' Attractions Site
Hockey Heritage North
Polar Bear Express
Polar Bear Habitat & Heritage Village
Shania Twain Centre
Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour
Do you want snow in April? Vast tracts of groomed trails you can ride on? Then a snowmobile adventure in our region is just what the doctor ordered! Yes, its true, we have had good snow conditions in our area late as early April and the sheer expanse of our snowmobile trail system is something to experience. Trail maps are available from clubs in the region. Try ice fishing on your snowmobile trip!
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