Lake Superior Circle Tour
| The distinct 1,300-mile circle tour by highway around the world’s largest and most famous freshwater lake will absolutely amaze your senses. Lake Superior’s changing moods and awesome power will thrill and fascinate you. |
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Simply enjoy the natural beauty of the water with its 2726 miles of shoreline, cliffs and beaches. In some places you can’t even see to the other side, Lake Superior is very large much like a huge crystal clean inland sea.
Travel around the lake by land or lake, 350 miles long by 160 miles wide with a total surface area of 31,700 square miles, much of it accessible for your enjoyment. Discover some of the world's most exciting fresh water sailing and boating areas. Follow the historic voyageur routes and explore miles of Lake Superior scenic shoreline from sandy beaches to towering bluffs or enjoy the quiet serenity of a secluded anchorage or the comforts of a full-service marina with docks, fuel and launch ramps to accommodate visiting boats of almost any length.
| Amethyst Mine Panorama | |  Amethyst Mine Panorama is the largest deposit in North America. It was discovered in 1955 as a result of a road being built to the forest fire lookout tower (McTavish Tower) visible from the mine sight. Amethyst production started in 1960 and the mine has produced continuously since then.
The mine produces 40% usable amethyst by volume. A large digging area, open to the public, contains 20% usable amethyst and is the main source of “pick your own” amethysts. Open from May to October. | | |
| Northland Motel | |  16 beautifully decorated rooms, some of which are lighthousekeeping units, all rooms have fridges, in-room coffee, cable tv with extra channels, telephones with data ports, free local and 1-800 calls, patio and barbecue, fax service, walking distance to restaurants, smoking and non-smoking rooms, great rates. FREE INTERNET ! Here's what our customers say about us:
“Enjoyed the beautiful comfortable rooms, lovely furniture and decorating, one of the best places to stay:” Arnie and Sharon, Regina
“I really appreciated the use of coloured towels and printed linens. Our room was very home-like and comfortable. We'll recommend this motel to others” B.Cohoe | | |
| Lakeview Manor Bed & Breakfast | |  Three landscaped acres overlooking the penninsula harbour on Lake Superior. Beautifully constructed from Lake Superior Stone. Relax by the fireplace in the library and living area or revitalize your body in our exercise common room 5400 square foot beautifully furnished home.
* Original grand ole guest house.
* Dinners and personal packages available for special occasions.
* Having a wedding and want something quaint...ask about our wedding packages.
* Guest computer/wireless highspeed Internet access and fax available.
Pricing per night from $85 to $100 plus taxes.
Ask about pricing and additional services for extended stays. | | |
| The Friends of Chippewa Park | |  The historical Chippewa Park has been a favourite with city residents and visitors since it opened in 1921. Located on the coast of Lake Superior, Chippewa has one of the best views of the Sleeping Giant. With so much natural beauty here, Chippewa is an ideal destination for any activity. Stay over night in our tenting sites, new or historical tourist cabins or RV Park. Opening the long weekend in May, come get a thrill on our amusement rides or learn about our local wildlife at the Wildlife Park! | | |
| Naturally Superior Adventures | |  Naturally Superior Adventures paddling centre and Rock Island Lodge B&B are located on Lake Superior, 15 just south of Wawa. We have four rooms each with a private washroom and during summer we offer meals. On site activities include sea kayak/canoe instruction, eco-tours and guided trips extending from 1-14 days and designed for novice to advanced paddlers. Visit our website for more information. | | |
| Neys Lunch & Campground | |  Whether you need gas, a place to camp for the night, something to eat or refreshments for the campfire, you'll find it at Neys Lunch & Campground. Travelers and snowmobilers alike will be glad to know that we are open all year long.
We offer 14 camp sites and can accommodate RVs up to 15m (50 ft) in length and provide water, sewer and 15 amp electrical hook ups. Flush toilets showers, campfire wood and convenience store are available. Our cozy cabins make camping easy in every season of the year! | | |
| Happy Land Park | |  Welcome to Happy Land Park! Thunder Bay and Kakabeka Falls 4-Star Big Rig Destination Park.
Happy Land Campground has been owned and operated by the Altmann family for 37 years. We pride ourselves on running a clean, quiet, well-supervised park. Campers who have previously experienced the quality of our park return time and time again to stay with us while in the Thunder Bay area. We are located on Hwy. 11/17, just 16 miles West of Thunder Bay and 1 1/2 miles East of Kakabeka Falls. | | |
| Wolf River Campground | |  Wolf River Park is located 1/2 km off of Highway 11/17 on the picturesque Wolf River, 70 km east of Thunder Bay. Nestled among the pines on a bend of river, this tranquil setting provides a time out from city life, busy highways and complicated living.
The campground has 50 well maintained tent and trailer sites. Electrical services (15 amp) and pull-throughs are available. For your added convenience, the park provides a modern, fully operational comfort station, complete with showers and a barrier free access to washrooms. Trailer pumping is also available.
Wolf River offers excellent Rainbow and Brook Trout fishing. Angling enthusiasts can also enjoy a variety of other rivers and streams, that are just minutes away. For a change of pace, fisherman can venture north of the park to Wolf and Wolf Pup Lakes for a catch of Walleye and Northern Pike. | | |
| Eagle Ridge Trout Ponds | |  Fish in a relaxing park setting where everyone has a good chance of catching something! Catch & Keep rainbow trout or Catch & Release small-mouth bass. Also bait, rod rentals, picnic sites, firepits, bbq, souvenir store, cabin rentals, pool, sauna. | | |
| Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival | |  Join us for the Nipigon Fall Fishing Festival, the longest running festival on the north shore of Lake Superior. Planned events include:
* Giant Penny Auction
* Three fishing derbies: a one day competitive salmon derby, a one day kids Huck Finn derby and a three day family derby
* Social / Dance
* Slow Pitch Tournament
* Antique Cars
Thousands in cash and prizes. | | |
| Pinecrest Motel | |  * Quality Modern Units
* Electric Heat
* Cable TV
* Telephones
* Fully Modern
* Reduced Winter Rates
* Commercial Rates
* Bear Hunting | | |
| Valhalla Inn | |  Thunder Bay’s Premier Full Service Hotel
As the region’s largest premier full service hotel, the Valhalla Inn promises that your stay will be so much more than just comfortable, it will be an experience unlike any other. The entire staff share in this commitment.
267 beautifully appointed, newly renovated guestrooms and suites with complimentary high speed internet. Two excellent restaurants, a lounge, recreation area with a club quality fitness centre, gift shop, internet kiosk, basketball and tennis courts and landscaped interior courtyard. Ample parking and complimentary airport shuttle. Within walking distance to shopping mall and all major attractions. | | |
| Skandia House Bed & Breakfast | |  Cultivating warmth and classic charm
* our intention is to provide clean, classic accomodation in an old-fashioned setting
* beautiful area to explore - hiking trails, waterways for boating, kayaking and fishing
* Open year round | | |
| White River Motel | |  Whether you are travelling through to points beyond or planning to stay and explore White River, the White River Motel offers you an ideal place to rest and relax. Centrally located to many lakes, our 29 clean and comfortable rooms have free wireless internet, in room coffee, colour cable TV and mini fridges. Freezers are available for “fresh catch”. Ask about our kitchenettes and luxury 6 bedroom housekeeping cabin. We are open all year. | | |
| Bowman Island Charters | |  BOWMAN ISLAND CHARTERS
We offer superior adventure from our remote lodge on Bowman Island. Bowman Island is located off the south shore of St Ignace Island in the center of the new Lake Superior Marine Conservation Area on the north shore of Lake Superior.
Our 30 ft water taxi and 45 ft trawler are licensed by the Department of Transport to carry 8 to 10 passengers. We can supply the following services:
• Fishing packages – fly rod, spin cast or troll
• Transportation for canoes or kayaks
• Outdoor adventure packages
• Much More
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| Thunder Bay KOA | |  Thunder Bay's Premier Campground!
Spacious sites, big rigs welcome, kamping kabins, heated swimming pool. Challenging 18-hole mini-golf and 300 yard driving range. Enjoy our catch and release trout pond. Our park is close to all local attractions. Shop the campground store for local amethyst jewellery. | | |
| Lakehead University Conference Services | |  For all your Special Events - Year Round facility rentals for conferences, workshops, meetings, retreats, reunions and weddings. Meeting space capacity for 15-2000 people. On-site catering, audio-visual equipment, video-conferencing, printing, graphics, chapel and accommodations.
Conference Services ensures that your event will be well planned, well organized and a success! | | |
| Lakehead University Guest Accomodations | |  Visiting or Travelling to Thunder Bay? Why not stay at Lakehead University Residence.
We offer three different styles of residence accommodations. You may choose from either dormitory, townhouse or apartment style. All of our accommodations are clean, comfortable and adequately furnished. Daily, weekly and monthly rates. Amenities: Cafeteria, Gym, Pool
Call or email to reserve today! | | |
| Rose Valley Lodge & Restaurant | |  Rejuvenate your soul and revive your tastebuds at Rose Valley Lodge & Restaurant. Special Theme evenings throughout the fall season of 2009 - check our website
Quiet ~ Intimate ~ Delectable
Open year round; Thursday to Sunday by reservation only
We offer: 5-course dinners with European Flare; Bed & Breakfast accommodations in log cabins, relaxing sauna, retreats, hiking and snowshoeing. | | |
| Rose Valley Lodge & Restaurant | | Rejuvenate your soul and revive your tastebuds at Rose Valley Lodge & Restaurant. Special Theme evenings throughout the fall season of 2009 - check our website
Quiet ~ Intimate ~ Delectable
Open year round; Thursday to Sunday by reservation only
We offer: 5-course dinners with European Flare; Bed & Breakfast accommodations in log cabins, relaxing sauna, retreats, hiking and snowshoeing. | | |
| Founders Museum & Pioneer Village | |  Meet the people in this authentic early 1900's village - visit with the storekeeper, the teacher, the ticket master and many others as you wander through the Village. The pioneer village unique to Northwestern Ontario is a massive collection of artifacts displayed in realistic indoor and outdoor settings. Conveniently located on Hwy 61 just south of Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Join us and “Take a Walk Through the Past” | | |
| Lakehead Region Conservation Authority | |  The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority is a community-based environmental agency. We are responsible for the wise management of renewable natural resources in our watershed. Conservation Authorities undertake a broad range of programs, including: flood control; floodplain management; wetland protection; erosion control; reforestation; conservation lands; and conservation education. | | |
| Marathon Harbour Inn | |  We have 16 comfortably furnished guest rooms that are equipped with hook-ups for laptop computers. All our rooms are non-smoking and have double beds; your choice of one or two beds. All rooms contain clock radios, fridges, cable television with remote control and telephone.
We offer:
* Complimentary Continental Breakfast
* Wake-up calls
* Coffee & Tea available 24 hr.
* Faxing & Copying Service
* Outside Outlets
* Free Local Calls
Marathon Harbour Inn - Your home away from home, your office on the road! | | |
| Live from the Rock Blues & Folk Society | |  Live From the Rock Blues & Folk Society is a non-profit community arts organization that brings grass roots music close to home. We are host to the Annual 4-day Live From the Rock Folk Festival along the shores of Lake Superior in Red Rock, Ontario.
The 8th Annual Live From the Rock Folk Festival will be held August 6th,7th,8th, 2010. Live From the Rock is also host to other events such as Coffee Houses, House Concerts, Dinner Theatres, Dances and Workshops throughout the year. | | |
| Travelodge Hotel Airlane | |  Quality and Comfort built on a reputation of over 40 years of outstanding hospitality. The Travelodge Hotel Airlane is an award winning, full service hotel offering an exquisite blend of quality service and hospitality.
153 Guestrooms. Standard rooms, Executive rooms, Jacuzzi Suites and Luxurious Historical Suites. Wireless highspeed internet service throughout the Hotel. Complimentary use of Club Nautilus Fitness Centre, swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steamroom. Beautiful relaxing courtyard off the pool area. Complimentary parking and Airport shuttle service.
Plus, 2 Restaurants and a Lounge.
Our Commitment to outstanding quality continues and our motto remains: "A guest when you enter ... a friend when you leave". | | |
| Ruby Moon Catering & Lunch Bar | |  Ruby Moon Catering & Lunch Bar will be offering you:
* Home Cooking with a Bistro Flair
* Dine In or Dine Out
* Espresso etc.
* Vegetarian Friendly
* Wireless Internet
* Catering Services
* Special Catering at the Farmer's Mercantile | | |
| Amethyst Gift Centre | |  Amethyst Gift Centre affords customers the opportunity to experience the beauty of handcrafted products created from amethyst mined at Amethyst Mine Panorama.
Each item is created from the raw mineral Amethyst and crafted on sight.
* Gifts
* Carvings
* Clocks
* Gemstones
* Jewelry
* Beads
* Amethyst specimens and more. | | |
| Archie's Fishing Charters | |  Archie's Fishing Charters
* Professional Guide Service
* Located in Thunder Bay, Ontario at Prince Arthur Landing
* Come and see Thunder Bay from the water with some of the best sightseeing of the north
* Fish for the great Chinook salmon, rainbow trout and lake trout
Your Guide
* Archie Hoogsteen - 25 years experience of fishing on Lake Superior.
The Boat
* 30' Bay Liner
* Equipped with cannon downriggers
* Planer boards and dipsy divers
* Lowrence radar
* Depth finder
* GPS Mapping
* Full washroom
* Transport Canada approved
* All safety equipment necessary
Contact us today to reserve!! | | |
| Belluz Farms | |  Fall Wonderland & Pumpkin Barn
Open Weekends 11:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesdays & Fridays 3:00pm - 6:00pm
(Wagon Ride & Cafe Not Available)
Lots of Pumpkins! Natural Fall Decor, Home & Gift Items, Harvest Vegetables including Winter Squash, Orchard Fresh Apples, The Harvest Cafe, Fall Family Activities, Pony Rides & Petting Zoo. | | |
| Best Western Crossroads Motel | |  The Best Western Crossroads Motor Inn is a customer oriented hotel for both business and vacation travelers. Located in Thunder Bay on the head of Lake Superior, we are a perfect stop on the Circle Tour.
Our front desk works 24 hours for express check in and convenient check out. We offer a full array of business services, such as faxes, photocopies and on site mail service. A variety of restaurants surround the hotel, from gourmet cuisine to fast foods. | | |
| Best Western Nor'Wester Resort Hotel | |  The Best Western Nor'Wester Resort Hotel is located five minutes from the Thunder Bay International Airport.
Nestled in the heart of the Nor'Wester Mountains, an ideal location for the outdoor enthusiast and has a breathtaking view from our balcony rooms. It is Thunder Bay's only resort facility featuring a health and fitness center, heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, and steam rooms. The new Rock Garden Café and Bar, located within the hotel, is a perfect place to unwind and tantalize your taste buds. The banquet facilities can accommodate up to 500 guests. Our full service banquet conference facility can cater to your every need from outdoor wedding ceremonies to meeting rooms and multi-facet conferences.
For people who enjoy golfing, walking, biking and hiking trails, which are only one mile away, our location is superb! In the winter, snowmobiling, alpine and cross-country skiing, curling, dog sledding and ice fishing are avidly pursued.
The Best Western Nor'Wester Resort Hotel is where our surroundings set us apart. | | |
| Buck's Marina | |  The actual townsite of Wawa is approx. 6 kilometers (4 miles) north of the marina via the Trans Canada Hwy. (#17). Wawa is accessible via taxi. Contact can be made through Buck's Marina. | | |
| Comfort Inn | |  The Comfort Inn is conveniently located at the junction of Highway 61 and West Arthur Street, offering complimentary breakfast, high speed internet services and ample parking. Our renovated guestrooms are well appointed with all the necessities (coffee maker, irons, hairdryers etc.) Start planning your next visit to Thunder Bay with a call to the Comfort Inn! Great rates, great services.....100% Guaranteed! | | |
| Days Inn & Suites | |  Choose from a collection of room types, Free Continental Breakfast, Indoor Pool & Spa, Restaurant on site, Business Centre, Fitness Centre, Free Parking, Newspaper, and local calls. | | |
| Gear up for Outdoors Ltd | |  Gear Up For Outdoors Ltd is located in Thunder Bay, Ontario and is a Retail Store with an e-tailer site!
Gear UP is celebrating 23 years. We have grown and expanded to become one of the larger outdoor retailers of high quality Name Brand tents, packs, clothing, outerwear, boots & shoes. Our online store has been outfitting and shipping all your outdoor equipment and clothing needs throughout Canada, United States, Europe, both poles and everywhere in between for the past 12 years!
Gear Up For Outdoors endeavors to provide the highest quality and most functional outdoor products and equipment for all seasons. For professionals in the field of Forestry, Geology, Mining and Tree Planting, we carry an extensive variety of specialized safety footwear and clothing as well as measuring, mapping and marking supplies, instruments & tools.
So visit us today at our store or online! | | |
| Grand Portage Lodge & Casino | |  Luxuriate in the comfort and beauty of the 100-room Grand Portage Lodge & Casino embraced by the Lake Superior shoreline just off Highway 61. At this cozy retreat, all rooms have spectacular views of the Lake Superior shore or the deep green mystery of Minnesota's north woods.
Unwind by the 3-story fireplace, dine in the Island View Dining Room, enjoy a cocktail in the lounge, or relax in the indoor heated pool or soothing sauna. Come for intimacy or come with everyone and make use of our excellent meeting and banquet facilities. | | |
| Intercity Shopping Centre | |  Intercity Shopping Centre is Thunder Bay's largest shopping centre with over 450,000 square feet of retail and office space.
With its focus on fashion, Intercity's 100 stores and services include famous brand names such as American Eagle, West 49, Homesense and Sport Chek. It is ideally located in the city core at the corner of the Harbour Expressway and Fort William Road, with easy access from all highways and major city arteries.
In addition, public transportation provides service directly to the centre.
Mall Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm | | |
| Little Pearl Bed & Breakfast | |  Welcome to the Little Pearl Bed & Breakfast!
We offer you large comfortable sunny suites, private baths, TV's and fridges. We are walking distance to the Thunder Bay Casino, great resturants, shopping, parks, the waterfront and evening entertainment.
Call us today to make your reservations! | | |
| Logan's Vacationland Motel | |  Located just 100km east of Thunder Bay on Highway 17. We have snowmobile trail access outside our doors. All rooms have inside, hallway access. All are located on the ground floor and have wheelchair accessability. We offer special Senior and Frequent Guest rates. Our clean, comfortable rooms have air conditioning, fridges, coffee, telephone and cable. The microwave in the office and barbeque out front are for patrons use. Pets are welcome. We accept Visa, Mastercard and Interac. | | |
| May & Victoria Market District | |  Discover Thunder Bay's best shopping within a block of where May Street and Victoria Avenue intersect. Here, in the centre of historic downtown Fort William, you'll find a wonderful collection of beautiful shops, boutiques, restaurants and salons. Whether you are looking for local amethyst, designer bags and clothes, specialty sporting goods, handcrafted gifts, exotic teas and yarns, fresh produce and baking or a good book, you'll find it in May and Victoria's market district. | | |
| North Shore Golf Club | |  This is golf in North of Superior, where beautiful and challenging golf courses lie nestled in a backdrop of spectacular scenery. The fairways at North Shore are all natural grasses, wide and gently rolling, allowing golfers lots of room to play the game. You will encounter natural rock formations and a nice selection of man-made bunkers, such as ponds and sand traps. You will be playing on what are known to be some of the finest bent grass greens on the North Shore.
Although it is a challenge throughout, beginners to experienced hitters can play this course with pleasure. | | |
| Norwest Sled Dog Adventures | |  A family-run business since 1987, we provide a friendly and unique experience into Dog Sledding. Take a wonderful ride in a sled as our Huskies pull you through a winter wonderland, or learn to drive your own team of sled dogs. All age and ability levels welcome. A great way to bring family and friends together. Come meet our family for a fun and fantastic Canadian outdoor winter adventure.
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| Norwest Sled Dog Adventures | | A family-run business since 1987, we provide a friendly and unique experience into Dog Sledding. Take a wonderful ride in a sled as our Huskies pull you through a winter wonderland, or learn to drive your own team of sled dogs. All age and ability levels welcome. A great way to bring family and friends together. Come meet our family for a fun and fantastic Canadian outdoor winter adventure.
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| Serendipity Gardens Café & Guest House | |  Serendipity Gardens Café & Guest House...making a happy discovery by chance...is what you will encounter as you visit our Guest House and enjoy fine dining in our restaurant right on Lake Superior! We are open year round. | | |
| Stillwater Park & Amethyst Gift Shop | |  Nestled on a series of raised sand beaches shaped by an ancient glacial lake, Stillwater Park is a gateway through which to explore the rugged grandeur of the Nipigon area. Abundant fishing and wildlife, rare & unusual butterflies, birds and fungi.
• Walking/biking trail on property.
• Mineral & rock display
• Amethyst jewelry, rocks and souvenirs in store
• Groceries & R.V. supplies
• Entertainment & campfire music throughout the summer
• Golf course 5km
• Restaurants, gas, propane 2km
• Shopping, medical services 5km
• Good drinking water, clean facilities.
• CAA/AAA discounts | | |
| Thunder Bay International Hostel | |  Budget hostel and camping (tenting) facility. Close to Hwy 11/17 at Mackenzie Station Rd and Lakeshore Drive, 18km East of Thunder Bay. Drops on and off by Greyhound bus. Close (1km) to Lake Superior/Mackenzie River/falls. Sorry, no Credit Cards. | | |
| Thunder Bay Museum | |  The Thunder Bay Museum preserves, interprets and displays the vast and rich heritage of the city and surrounding area.
With artifacts and displays spanning 10,000 years, we offer visitors 3 floors of climate controlled galleries.
Something of interest for all ages. | | |
| Victoria Inn | |  The Victoria Inn hosts the largest indoor recreation area in Northwestern Ontario, with the largest hotel swimming pool, the longest waterslide (three-stories high), a children’s wading pool, hot tub, sauna, exercise room and play center.
This self-contained full service hotel and convention centre has all the amenities of home!
Chicago Joe’s Restaurant and Sports Lounge is the home of the best beer battered chicken strips and California salad and not to mention the ever so famous chicken wings. Planning a meeting or a special event? Let our professional catering staff help you in making your event a success.
Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, our hotel offers a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for all. | | |
| Wildwaters Canoe & Kayak Shop | |  Canoes / Kayaks, Rentals, Lessons & Tours
Wildwaters offers over 45 models of Kayaks and over 20 models of Canoes, available for hourly, daily or weekly rentals. We are conveniently located in the heart of Thunder Bay at our new McIntyre location.
Visit us at our new rental facilities located on the McIntyre River and enjoy a day paddling through beautiful park space. Rentals are available for on or off site use. | | |
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