What to do in Ontario, Canada

Everything about Ontario is HUGE! The cities are big, the lakes are large and the selection of scenic things to do in Ontario is tremendous!

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There are three words to describe northern Ontario - rocks, trees and lakes. The thick forests make this a natural paradise for land animals including bears, deer and moose.

There are over a million lakes here teaming with pike, trout and bass. Of course, the Great Lakes are the most famous and the quaint towns along their shores make for quiet retreats to relax and reconnect with nature.

Ontario's backcountry offers unlimited recreational activities including hiking, biking, sailing, fishing and nature viewing.

We were told that in the winter, snowmobiling, skiing and ice-fishing are a perfect way to spend a cold but sunny day.

Outdoor Things to do in Ontario, Canada

The leaves were just starting to change colors (Manitoulin Island, Ontario).

• Go North and discover the parks, waterfalls and hiking trails along the Lake Superior Shore. Look over the edge at Ouimet Canyon (on a reinforced lookout).
• Sail the secret coves around Manitoulin Island, Lake Huron and Georgian Bay (beautiful).
• Hike on Manitoulin Island and hike on the forest trails. Walk behind Bridal Veil Falls in Kagawong, Ontario.
• Hike the Bruce trail on the Niagara Peninsula.
• A nature visit to Ontario wouldn't be complete without going to Algonquin Provincial Park. There's wildlife viewing, boardwalks, hikes, lakes and canoeing.

National Parks in Ontario

• Pukaskwa National Park
• Bruce Peninsula National Park
• Fathom Five National Marine Park
• Point Pelee National Park
• Georgian Bay Islands National Park
• St. Lawrence Islands National Park

Border Crossings in Ontario