LOCATION: THUNDER BAY, LAKE SUPERIOR

Signature Experiences

Canada’s Signature Experiences’ Collection is a wide range of extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime experiences rarely found anywhere on earth!

Check out the five Signature Experiences in Northwest Ontario.

 

SAIL SUPERIOR

Fair Winds And Fresh Waters Are Calling

Experience the crystal clear waters and magnificent vistas of the world’s largest freshwater lake with Sail Superior, Northwest Ontario’s premier yacht charter company. Sail to the Welcome Islands, hike the Sleeping Giant, photograph local island lighthouses, and then cap your day with a traditional Finnish sauna at Thompson Island. When night falls, snuggle up beside the campfire, light up the BBQ and enjoy the alluring aromas as you sit back, relax and marvel at the breathtaking milky-way twinkling brightly overhead.

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Sail Superior

Sail Superior

 

WILDERNESS NORTH FLY IN FISHING

Fly Fish The Albany River System

Considered one of the crown jewels of Ontario, the “Mighty” Albany river system provides a variety of phenomenal fishing opportunities. Stay at one of Wilderness North’s fly-in lodges and experience swift tributaries brimming with trophy brook trout; open lakes teaming with northern pike; and flowing channels and rock structures, home to some of the most prolific walleye fishing on the planet. Wilderness North has the only full-service lodges on this 600-mile long river. Miminiska Lodge is your exclusive point of access to this amazing experience!

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Wilderness North

Wilderness North

 

FORT WILLIAM HISTORICAL PARK

Preserving the Past While Building the Future

Travel back in time to 1815, to a place where the buildings, artifacts, characters, and our natural surroundings combine to create a unique 19th century destination. Follow the picturesque nature trail to the Fort and step into the past. Tours, dramas, and demonstrations along with themed weekends, festivals, feasts, and concerts throughout the year are held at the Fort. Artisan demonstrations such as canoe building, blacksmithing, tinsmithing, period firearm assembly and demonstrations, coopering, and tailoring, as well as “domestic” demonstrations including period baking, food preparation and tasting! All of which are sure to entice and fascinate you on your journey to the past at Fort William Historical Park.

Fort William Historical Park

Fort William Historical Park

Fort William Historical Park

 

TOTEM LODGE

The Premier Fishing Resort in Sioux Narrows, Ontario, Canada

Come enjoy the rustic beauty of Totem Lodge, nestled in amongst the majestic pine trees and sparkling lake. Located on Lake of the Woods, Ontario, Canada. Whether it’sa quaint log cabin or an executive chalet, our accommodations are first class in every detail – and it shows! We’re the only lodge that has been given a 5 Star Rating for 15 consecutive years

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Totem Lodge

Totem Lodge

 

CHARTER EXCURSION ON THE GRACE ANNE II

Experience The Golden Age Of Lake Cruising

For a truly unforgettable excursion, steeped in history and sophistication, charter the Grace Anne II and explore the 14,000 islands of magical Lake of the Woods. Featuring gleaming mahogany decks and staterooms, Persian carpets, fine linens, and impeccable service, the Grace Anne II has been the pinnacle of luxury wilderness cruising for over 80 years.

Excursions aboard the Grace Anne II offer a myriad of daytime recreational activities to excite and engage you and your guests. From first-class fishing guides, trap shooting and shore lunches, to hiking, kayaking and hot tubs-there’s something available for every interest, skill and group size.

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The Grace Anne II

The Grace Anne II

 

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