What to do and see in Ontario, United States: The Best Bodies of Water

February 14, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

Discover the best top things to do in Ontario, United States including Lake Superior, Lake Muskoka, Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Lake Ontario, Cyprus Lake, Ottawa River, The Welland Canal, Port Credit, Lake Nipissing, Long Point.
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1. Lake Superior

Ontario Canada
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Lake Superior

Outdoor recreation is a way of life every month of the year, from ice fishing and snowmobiling in the winter to boating and swimming in the summer.

Reviewed By kah9607 - Alliston, Canada

Bucket List: Visit every Provincial Park in Ontario. Lake Superior Provincial Park is many parks in one. I was here in 2013 and walked to Agawa Rock Pictographs and visited Old Woman Bay. This time around we stopped at the Visitor Centre (a must - so good), swam at Katherine Cove (beautiful) and stopped once again at Old Woman Bay.

2. Lake Muskoka

Gravenhurst, Ontario Canada
Excellent
81%
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5.0 based on 168 reviews

Lake Muskoka

Reviewed By O8166OLdaniel - Muskoka District, Canada

Lake Muskoka is my favourite place. Many childhood memories were created here and I still see this lake daily. I try to get out on the lake as often as possible in the boat, paddleboard or even aboard one of the great ships cruising out of the Muskoka Wharf. Definitely a treasure and should be protected for futures generations to enjoy!

3. Rideau Canal National Historic Site

Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada 613-283-5170 [email protected] https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/rideau
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5,259 reviews

Rideau Canal National Historic Site

One of the oldest landmarks in Ottawa, this canal is filled with boats in the summer and becomes the "World's Longest Skating Rink" in the winter.

Reviewed By kailenav - Vancouver Island, Canada

The canal is definitely a must see when you visit Ottawa. Best time to enjoy would be may - September when the canal is filled and boat tours are open, as well as in February during Winterlude. You can skate the entire canal weather permitting. If you are a cyclist, runner, or have a dog, there are lovely paths on either side of the canal that you can travel along. Even driving next to it - it’s so beautiful.

4. Lake Ontario

Ontario L1S 3Z3 Canada +1 800-668-2746 http://www.great-lakes.net/lakes/ontario.html
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4.5 based on 792 reviews

Lake Ontario

One of the mighty Great Lakes that offers outstanding tourism and recreation opportunities for every season.

Reviewed By willtravel6062 - Bridgend, United Kingdom

Lake Ontario is a vast body of water with lots going on.The ferries and water taxis to and from the islands are a nice trip as is a walk along the Lake shore with the many boats and birds to see.There are also the comings and goings of the smaller planes from Billy Bishop Airport and we were lucky enough to watch a sea plane landing.Lots to see and do.

5. Cyprus Lake

Cyprus Lake Road, Tobermory, Ontario N0H 2R0 Canada +1 888-773-8888 http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/on/bruce/activ/activ2/activ2a.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Cyprus Lake

Scenic lake located in the Bruce Peninsula National Park that offers both camping facilities and hiking trails.

Reviewed By Mansfieldshoes - Mansfield, United States

Got a midday pass. Great hike options. Cliffs were very slippery with the intermittent rain and gave a few scary slides. View from the Cliffs of the unique lake water colors was amazing and worth the time

6. Ottawa River

Ontario Canada
Excellent
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Ottawa River

7. The Welland Canal

West Street, Welland, Ontario L3K 4E3 Canada +1 905-984-8880 http://www.wellandcanal.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 312 reviews

The Welland Canal

Reviewed By mpressey2019 - Owen Sound, Canada

I love watching the boats go through the canal from huge ships to small craft. There is a special viewing park in Port Colborne and St. Catherines plus an information and display building.

8. Port Credit

Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, Ontario L5H 1G3 Canada +1 905-278-7742 http://www.portcredit.com
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4.5 based on 953 reviews

Port Credit

Mississauga Ontario's entertainment hub for shopping, events, music and dining on the waterfront. Our beautiful community offers something for everyone, with a wide array of restaurants, retail stores, services and cafes, all within easy walking distance from each other. We are only 26 km away from Downtown Toronto. The Port Credit Go Station will drop you off right into the heart of our town. Port Credit is always on and always electric!

Reviewed By AbhikSen_1984 - Mississauga, Canada

Port Credit area has 2 water fronts. The port section has the light house on the road and walkway on the shoreline. This also has the Snug Harbour restaurant. But there is a challenge with parking as there's only pay parking on the road. The other one is the J.C. Saddington park is a nice park with plethora of grass areas, seating benches, lake shore and rocky areasto seat and enjoy the views. Also it has 2 large parking areas. Very good view of the sunrise behind the solitary ship on the lake. It is really nice to have a walk during morning or evening.

9. Lake Nipissing

Ontario Canada http://www.nipissing.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Lake Nipissing

Reviewed By icecoldnorth - Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada

I mistook in my prior review. Not a big deal, except one word was missed : the ORIGINAL Boreal forest was clear cut.. If you look at some old logging photos around Lake Nipissing (google them) , you'll see huge trees. They don't exist anymore by this Lake. Big, but not HUGE! As a comparison, Lake Temagami region, just north of Lake Nipissing has some untouched boreal forests. No they are not original either. Although those trees can live a few hundred years, I doubt they can live a 1000 years. In the fall the deciduous trees around the lake have a wonderful colour.

10. Long Point

350 Erie Blvd, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0 Canada +1 519-586-2133 http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/longpoint
Excellent
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Long Point

Reviewed By The_Prince_Lestat - Ontario, Canada

Beautiful Long Point beach, but I came here to talk about the fish and chips. So, first, long point is beautiful. Just go, have a drive, walk the beach, do some fishing. What ever you like, it is a prestine, amazing spot to do it. Now, I really came her eto write a review for the Chip Ship food truck. Beautiful fish and chips set on the little canal with boats passing by. The staff are friends, the food is amazing and the setting is perfect. A must if you are in the area.

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