10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Thunder Bay District That You Shouldn't Miss

January 31, 2022 Brandee Mangan

Discover the best top things to do in Thunder Bay District, United States including Pukaskwa National Park, Sail Superior.com Yacht Charters, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park, Rainbow Falls Provincial Park, Fort William Historical Park, Neys Provincial Park, Thunder Oak Cheese Farm, Kakabeka Falls, Terry Fox Monument.
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1. Pukaskwa National Park

Heron Bay, Ontario P0T 1R0 Canada +1 807-229-0801 [email protected] http://www.parkscanada.gc.ca/pukaskwa
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Pukaskwa National Park

The hidden gem of Lake Superior’s north shore, Pukaskwa will transform eventhe most seasoned traveller. Rugged coastlines, serene sunsets, anddramatic Lake Superior vistas await.Home to Ontario’s premier wilderness hiking trail, the Coastal HikingTrail, the park also offers car campers unparalleled solitude and privacyat Hattie Cove Campground. In the Anishnaabe Camp, visitors can immersethemselves in local aboriginal culture through ceremonies and workshops.

Reviewed By debm386 - Detroit, United States

We camped at Hattie Cove before starting a three day backpacking trip on the Costal Trail. The Campsites are nicely spaced and it was very quiet night The views on the hiking trail’s are spectacular! There are many options for day hikes as well as multi-day trips We hiked to the White River suspension bridge and continued on to hook falls backcountry campsite. I would definitely recommend staying at this campsite. It had a beautiful view of hook falls

2. Sail Superior.com Yacht Charters

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5.0 based on 76 reviews

Sail Superior.com Yacht Charters

Sail Superior.com Yacht Charters & Sleeping Giant Sailing School in Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada. Your source for the world's most exciting freshwater sailing and zodiac tours. We provide harbour tours and private group charters to the islands and remote areas of Lake Superior. Sit back and relax as we share our knowledge of Thunder Bay's unique history. Or learn to sail from one of our experienced captains. Looking for a romantic evening? Check out our Wine and Cheese adventures! Tours run every day, just visit sailsuperior.com for booking and tour options.

3. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park

Pass Lake, Ontario P0T 2M0 Canada +1 807-977-2526 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/sleepinggiant
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4.5 based on 488 reviews

Sleeping Giant Provincial Park

Located on a rugged peninsula of thick forests, several lakes, and high granite cliffs, this scenic wonderland offers nature walks, camping and fishing activities.

Reviewed By lauren5598 - Hamilton, Canada

Sleeping Giant is a beautiful park with great camping. The water front sites on the peninsula into Marie Louise Lake were stunning, and having your own steps down to the water and views of the giant. You could swim right from your campsite although the water was still cold in August. However, beware that the sites can be very windy which made it a challenge to set up a tent! During our stay we did the Sea Lion hike on one day which was an easy walk to a great view of the sea lion. The next day we did the Top of the Giant hike. This is a full day trip even if you bike, it took us 6-7 hours and we only stopped for a quick lunch at the top. Make sure you get an early start, we started at 9am and the trail wasn't busy, but as we came down from the giant the trail was getting very busy around the noon hour. If you choose to bike in make sure you have a mountain bike and are a confident cyclist as the trail is quite rocky and muddy in areas. The walking it self is very strenuous for just over a km, as it is a straight up climb. This hike is possible to accomplish in a slow and steady manner! Once reaching the top the views are spectacular, but be prepared to work hard to get there. I would definitely like to return to explore more of the park

4. Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park

Ouimet Canyon Road, Dorion, Ontario P0T 2M0 Canada +1 807-977-2526 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/ouimetcanyon
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4.5 based on 113 reviews

Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park

Spectacular and dizzying are the words to describe the steep-sided canyons of this rugged and scenic region.

Reviewed By French-girl-in-TO - Toronto, Canada

Very short and easy hike to 2 breathtaking overlooks over the canyon. Really worth it. Plus a little pond at the bottom of the hill where we saw a beaver.

5. Rainbow Falls Provincial Park

Highway 17, Rossport, Ontario P0T 2R0 Canada +1 807-824-2298 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/rainbowfalls
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Rainbow Falls Provincial Park

Hiking, camping, fishing and boating are just a few of the outdoor activities available at this scenic park.

Reviewed By volley11 - Oshawa, Canada

I wish this Park was closer! Staff very friendly during our entire stay. Camped in Whitesand site # 64. so much to do and see here! We rode our bikes all over the campgrounds and people driving were mindful of their speed. Park badges available! Spent over 2 hours kayaking Whitesand Lake....so beautiful and calm. We enjoyed several hikes... Back 40 up to the Lookout is a MUST. Some spots more difficult then others as it is an uphill trail. Rainbow Falls is very pretty for photo taking and the hike includes many steps! We took a right out of the gate onto 17 and found a side road that runs along Superior. Stopped at a beach and walked. Beautiful area.

6. Fort William Historical Park

1350 King Rd, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7K 1L7 Canada +1 807-473-2344 [email protected] http://fwhp.ca/
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4.5 based on 552 reviews

Fort William Historical Park

Fort William Historical Park (FWHP) features Fort William one of the largest living history sites in North America dedicated to portraying the 19th century fur trade, and the state-of-the-art David Thompson Astronomical Observatory, home to one of Central Canada’s largest telescopes. FWHP includes a campground, as well as canoe and kayak rentals for the recreation enthusiast. FWHP also presents a variety of festivals and events year-round. Visit our website for more details.

Reviewed By MizLiz84

The site was home to the North West Company in the early 1800s. You are transported back to the period and can view 46 reconstructed buildings on 25 acres of land and learn from period interpreters what life was like in a trading post There are also planned activities throughout the day and we were able to sample homemade bread in the bakery. Additionally there's a visitor center, free wi-fi and virtual shows of the buildings.

7. Neys Provincial Park

Neys, Ontario P0T 2W0 Canada +1 807-229-1624 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/neys
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4.5 based on 81 reviews

Neys Provincial Park

Reviewed By thankunextbeach - Hamilton, Canada

This is actually a great place to watch waves of Lake Superior, especially during a stormy day. There is also a trail heading to Prisoner's Cove, where prisoners of war did their logging operations. Their actual fishing boats are still on display.

8. Thunder Oak Cheese Farm

755 Boundary Drive, McCluskeys Corners, Ontario Canada +1 866-273-3329 [email protected] http://www.cheesefarm.ca/
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Thunder Oak Cheese Farm

Reviewed By LeeK2549

# min. off Hwy 61 best Gouda cheese anywhere Freshness and flavor unsurpassed I love cheese and eat too much of it. We buy all our curds and ridiculous variety of Gouda. They ship world wide and are busy doing that and that says it all. 10/10 I would give them 11 if it were possible.We are proud of this Thunder Bay gem.

9. Kakabeka Falls

Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park, Kakabeka Falls, Ontario P0T 1W0 Canada +1 807-473-9231 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/kakabekafalls
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4.5 based on 635 reviews

Kakabeka Falls

Reviewed By ISLANDGIRL3013 - Minnesota, United States

The falls were amazing you could walk on either side and the boardwalk was nice and wide so it would be a great one for everyone and easy access.We went early so it was nice to have the views pretty much to ourselves to enjoy.

10. Terry Fox Monument

1000 Highway 11/17, Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada +1 807-983-2041 http://www.thunderbay.ca/Visiting/Attractions_and_Adventure/parks_and_scenic_views/scenic_views/terry_fox_monument.htm
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4.5 based on 972 reviews

Terry Fox Monument

Reviewed By SnowbirdOntario

The Terry Fox Monument is a beautiful tribute to a real Canadian hero. He continues to be an inspiration to generations of Canadians. As September marks the annual Terry Fox runs throughout Canada and the world for Cancer Research, it was especially fitting that we dropped by the monument on our visit to Thunder Bay. There was a lot of care and attention given here, even to the roadway into the monument area. It affords an excellent view of Thunder Bay and Lake Superior beyond. The monument itself is very special and the plaque detailing the Terry Fox story is important for all to read.

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