Cross Country Skiing
The Algoma Region can boast some of the finest Nordic skiing terrain, track and facilities in the world. With thousands of kilometers of trails, cross country skiing in Algoma is an adventure like no other. Back country trails lead adventurous skiers through snowy remote valleys where the silence is broken by the muffled rush of mountain streams. Meticulously groomed well-marked trails offer experiences for novice and experienced Nordic skiers of all ages, great for couples, groups of friends and families.
Stokely Creek Ski Lodge has 120 km (72 mi) of uninterrupted cross country ski trails that take you through the Algoma Highlands and up to King Mountain. Hiawatha Highlands is home to 40 years of cross country skiing experience, tradition and 40 km (24 mi) of trails. At Searchmont Resort, enjoy over 50 km (32 mi) of groomed trails.
Wilderness cross country skiing trails can also be in Elliot Lake, St. Joseph Island, Wawa and White River.
Looking for a great map of Northern Ontario to plan your Outdoor adventure, visit www.explorenorthernontario.com to request your free map today.
Algoma's Water Tower Inn & Suites
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
A full service, independent Inn with 176 signature rooms and suites. Located under the landmark Water Tower in Uptown Sault Ste. Marie we are minutes from the International Bridge, the awe of the Algoma outdoors and right next door to key shopping opportunities. Club Cabana Aqua Spa features 4 naturally salt-filtrated pools including indoor and outdoor whirlpools, and a steamy sauna. Modern and spacious, Tempospa Health and Fitness is the ideal exercise room. Admission to the spa and fitness centre are complimentary when you stay. It's Food First in Casey's Grill Bar. Dine and discover a broad menu of favourites and internationally inspired flavours while enjoying a perfect balance of comfort, style and energy. The Water Tower Pub features 16 beers on tap, a full late-night menu, and regular live entertainment. Most credit cards accepted, CAA, AAA discounts.
Website:www.watertowerinn.com
Blueberry Hill Motel & Campground
Goulais River, ON
On Hwy 17 North, 15 miles from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Motel and Campground open year round. Four bedroom cottage and a trailer available for rent. Motel units, 100 campsites. Store, laundromat, sauna, indoor pool, rec. room and playground. On groomed snowmobile trail, close to downhill and cross-country skiing for winter fun. Continental breakfast.
Website:www.onblueberryhill.com
Canadian Motor Inn
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
35 A/C rooms, Park at your door. Algoma Agawa Train Tour Packages. Upper Deck Lounge & Restaurant. Fully Licensed with a Full Menu. Open at 6:30am for Breakfast. Canadian Night Club is newly renovated. Dance party on Tuesday & Thursday. Live Entertainment on the Weekends.
Catalina Motel
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Quality, Value & Friendly Service. AAA/CAA recommended. DVD players Free Hi-Speed with laptops available, A/C, microwaves, coffee, mini fridge, phones and high quality beds. Restaurants in walking distance. Year round train packages. Senior discounts.
Website:www.catalinamotel.com
Cedar Rail Ranch
Thessalon, ON
Cedar Rail Ranch-Located 25km. north of Thessalon via Hwy 129 in the Mississagi Valley. Features include outpost camps on various lakes, boat and canoe rentals, great ATVing area, cross-country ski trails, snowmobiler’s packages, hiking trails and HK cottages that are rented only by the month. Open year round.
Website:www.cedarrailranch.com
City Centre Travelodge Inn & Suites
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
The newly renovated Travelodge Inn & Suites is conveniently located in the heart of beautiful Sault Ste. Marie. We are the most eco-friendly rated Hotel in the are as well as BIKE/ AUTOMOBILE FRIENDLY with completely covered indoor parking with wash stations for your convenience. A complimentary full Hot Breakfast is included with your reservation. We are located directly across from the Station Mall, Waterfront,1 block from the Essar Centre and 2 blocks from the Agawa Canyon Tour train depot and Casino. We are surrounded by most major attractions and numerous quality restaurants.
Website:www.tlodgessm.com
Clansmen Motel
Richards Landing, ON
Located in a quiet secluded woodland setting on the outskirts of the village of Richards Landing, features spacious non-smoking rooms plus the deluxe "Campbell Suite.” All units are equipped with remote controlled cable TV, free high speed internet service as well stovetops, fridges, microwave ovens, toasters, and coffee makers with free coffee. Back doors open onto a spacious lawn with picnic tables and a play area. Seasonal outdoor pool. Senior's discount. Cyclists, golfers, runners, snowmobilers and X-country skier’s paradise.
Website:www.clansmenmotel.ca
Comfort Inn
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Located in Uptown Sault amongst an abundance of great restaurants and shopping centres, and close to our area attractions. Offering free wireless internet and our complimentary Sunshine breakfast. All rooms are equipped with fridges, voice mail, flat screen televisions, coffee makers, and pay per view movies.
Website:www.choicehotels.ca/cn293
Comfort Suites & Conference Centre
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
The only ALL SUITE full service Hotel with the largest Conference Centre in Northern Ontario, located on Hwy 17 North, in beautiful uptown Sault Ste Marie. Our amenities include an indoor pool, state of the art Fitness Centre, with Quattro Chophouse a full service Restaurant that is open for lunch and dinner. (Full hot breakfast is complimentary for guests staying in the hotel to be taken in our restaurant between 6:30 am and 9:30 am daily), Spa, 10 pin bowling alley. Comfort Suites and Conference Centre is located in close proximity to several area attractions including The Agawa Canyon Tour Train, OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie, Searchmont Ski Resort, Laird International Raceway, and more.
Firesand Haven
Wawa, ON
Firesand Haven is a completely private 86 acre property set in the spectacular, rugged terrain east of Lake Superior. Maintained gravel roads lead to the recently completed, elegant 2 bedroom cabin and sauna, ideal for professional couples or a small family. There are no other cabins for several miles in any direction.
Website:www.firesandhaven.com
Frontier Lodge
Elliot Lake, ON
(on McElrea Lake) Main Lodge site located on McElrea Lake, 48 miles north of Iron Bridge on Hwy 546, 31 miles north of Elliot Lake on Hwy 108 and 639. Deluxe housekeeping cottages. Licensed dining lounge. Fly-in Outpost camp located on Rawhide Lake. Speckled and lake trout, northern pike, small mouth bass, moose, bear, wild fowl. Hunting, fishing licenses. Enjoy snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, catering to charter groups and seminars. Visa, MasterCard & American Express.
Website:www.frontierlodge.com
Glenview Cottages & RV Park
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Clean, spacious 1 & 2 bedroom cottages in a beautiful natural setting, 15 minute drive north of downtown Sault Ste. Marie. Offering nightly and weekly rates, open year-round. Cottages feature full kitchens, coffee makers, cable TV, phones, A/C, 4 piece bath, park at your door, wireless internet access. Property features outdoor pool, indoor sauna, hot tub (winter only), and hiking trails. Two different Cottage Suites featuring King size bed and fireplace. Campground open May 15 to Oct 15: Large sites, pull-thrus, Camping Cabins, reasonable rates.
Website:www.glenviewcottages.com
Hiawatha Highlands
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Located in the north end of Sault Ste. Marie, 40 km of Nordic ski trails (2 km of which is lit until 9:30pm nightly) and 7 km of snowshoe trails, traverse the 3,000 acres located just 20 minutes north of the Michigan/Ontario International border. Our trail system caters to both the beginner and advanced skier, and welcomes all types of Nordic skiing. Whichever trail you decide to use, you will be surrounded by the soothing sounds of whispering pines, the magnificent views of the ice falls and constant breathtaking scenery of this true winter wonderland.
Website:www.hiawathahighlands.com
Holiday Inn Express
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Perfectly located in the heart of Downtown Sault Ste. Marie featuring an indoor pool, sauna and exercise room. All rooms come equipped with in-room coffee makers, clock radios. Next to the Essar Centre, across the street from the Sault’s largest shopping mall and one block from the ACR Tour Train. Some rooms with Kitchenettes and most rooms offer a balcony view. Restaurant & Pub on site. High speed internet and computer work station in front lobby.
Website:www.hiexpress.com/saultON
Holiday Motel
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Open year round. Offering family and non-smoking units. Full services TVs, direct dial phones, fridge in rooms, air conditioning, and group rates. 29 clean, comfortable, modern rooms. Free wireless internet. Located across from snowmobile trails. Just minutes away from everything!
Website:www.saultmotels.com
Klotz Lake Camp
Longlac, ON
Making Forever Memories...We are a family owned & operated outfitter serving northern Ontario for 55 years! We are situated on Hwy. 11 north at Klotz Lake between Hearst and Longlac and offer 9 housekeeping cabins, RV & tenting campground with electric hook-up. Boat, motor, canoe, and kayak rental on-site. The fishing is spectacular for record-winning Walleye, Northern Pike, Perch, Whitefish, Brook/Speckled Trout, Lake Trout & Splake. This is where kids can catch fish! We're situated in WMU 21B and 19 for a successful moose hunt. Our black bear and wolf hunts are fully customized & handled personally. Great grouse hunts every year! Klotz Lake Camp is the eastern gateway to the Greenstone Area for snowmobiling in this beautiful country. We have a small confectionery store, all MNR licenses, wi-fi, gas, live bait, tackle and souvenirs plus we're open year-round! Come see why our guests return year after year!
Website:www.klotzlakecamp.com
Misty Mountain Fly Shop
Havilland Bay, ON
Largest fly fishing retailer in the North. Quality hand-tied flies for local fisheries. Large supply of stock materials, fly catalogues and internet pattern resources. Fly tying instruction, catering for all disciplines of fly fishing.McCauley's Motel & Restaurant/The Village Trading Post, Open all year! Located half an hour north of Sault Ste. Marie on Hwy 17 North at Havilland Bay. Motel offers 10 comfortable rooms. Licensed LCBO Restaurant is open 8am - 8pm. Beach area and playground close by. In winter, snowmobile on groomed trails and ice fish on the bay. Downhill and cross-country skiing nearby.
Website:www.mistymountainflyshop.com
Moose Horn Lodge
Chapleau, ON
Enjoy the wilderness of Northern Ontario and everything that it has to offer. Finally a place that when night falls there is nothing but darkness and stars. Treat yourself to the luxury of first class accommodations, housekeeping motel units & unlimited fishing opportunities on the many nearby lakes. For the fisherman, we offer walleye, northern pike, speckled trout, whitefish and some bass fishing.For the hunter, we have a world-class fall bear hunt and moose hunt. For the nature lover, the nicest cottages anywhere, loons and beaver on the lake, birds, squirrels and chipmunks out your door. We are now open for your winter vacation! Excellent location to view bear & moose in their natural habitat.
Website:www.moosehorn.net
Mountain View Lodge
Searchmont, ON
Located in the mountains on Highway 556, along the beautiful Goulais River just 25 minutes north of Sault Ste. Marie, ON. Open year round. Meals & accommodations. Fishing, Hunting, Canoeing, Kayaking, ATVing, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling; guided or unguided. 5 minutes from SEARCHMONT resort. Garden River nearby. Packages available.
Website:www.mountainviewlodge.ca
Skyline Motel
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Located in a park-like setting. 20 clean, comfortable rooms. Offering 27, full cable, colour TV, micro, fridge, hair dryer, iron and board, in-room coffee, AM/FM clock radio, Air conditioning, electric heat, free wireless high speed Internet. Close to Agawa Canyon Tour Train, Crimson Ridge Golf Course, and Searchmont Ski Hill. Walking distance to restaurants, malls, Pee Wee Arena and Sault College. Canada Select 2 1/2 Stars and AAA approved.
Website:www.skylinemotel.ca
Snowshoe Camp
Thessalon, ON
We are open year round. Located 30 miles North of the town of Thessalon and 3 miles off Hwy 129. Six remote, peaceful, clean, housekeeping cabins along the shoreline of majestic Wakomata Lake. Cabins have water all year. Rec Hall with a pool table, ping pong, and satellite TV. Resort has a sand beach, sheltered boat docks, fish cleaning house, gas barbecues, canoes, and paddle boat. Boat and motor rentals and gas available. Trout, Pike, Bass, White Fish fishing, and Moose, Deer, Bear and Grouse hunting. Summer ATVing and in winter ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.
Website:www.snowshoecamp.com
Stokely Creek Lodge
Goulais River, ON
A cross country skier's delight and a snowshoer's dream. Located just 35 km north of Sault Ste. Marie. Stokely's extensive 120 km trail system, groomed for both classic and skate skiing, has something to offer for both the novice and the expert. An abundance of lakes, streams and hills, overseen by majestic King Mountain makes Stokely's trail system the envy of North American ski destinations. Stokely has also developed a masterfully crafted 30km snowshoe trail system that takes you where the skiers can't go. Having a main lodge and several chalets, Stokely can accommodate up to 60 guests overnight, complete with 3 delicious meals served in her famous dining room. More than just another ski trail, Stokely Creek Lodge is truly a destination that will capture your heart. Stokely is also available for weddings, conferences and group retreats.
Website:www.stokelycreek.com
Tatnall Camp
Wawa, ON
Wilderness destination on remote Oba Lake offering modern housekeeping cabin rentals and various experiences of a lifetime in the great outdoors. Train in or fly in.Fish species in the area include walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, herring and whitefish. Packages available: Fishing, Hunting, Family, Father and Son, Ice Fishing and Canoeing.
Website:www.tatnallcamp.com
Voyageur Hiking Trail Association
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Toll Free: 1-877-393-4003 PO Box 20040, 150 Churchill Boulevard, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6W3. For information about local clubs: in Elliot Lake Tel: (705) 848-5980, Blind River/Iron Bridge Tel: (705) 843-2199, Sault Ste. Marie Tel: (705) 942-1891, Goulais Tel: (705) 649-2235, Wawa Tel: (705) 856-2884, Terrace Bay/Schreiber/Rossport Tel: (807) 824-2724
Website: www.voyageurtrail.ca
Wakomata Shores Resort
Thessalon, ON
Discover your year round paradise on beautiful Wakomata Lake, located 32 miles north of Thessalon on Hwy 129. Deluxe housekeeping accommodations including fireplace, carpeting, 4 pc baths, microwaves, sun decks furnished with chairs, and gas grills overlooking the lake. Ideal swimming, canoeing, boating, river trips, shuttle service and kayak rentals. Fishing for trout, bass, pike and (Walleye in nearby lakes), moose, deer and small game hunting, in WMU 36, 37. Outdoor hot tub, sauna, childrens playground, boat and motor rentals, ATV Trails/guided tours and fly fishing. For the winter, enjoy groomed, snowmobile trails from the Thessalon and Iron Bridge trail systems, as well as great ice fishing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Website:www.wakomata.com
White River Motel
White River, ON
“Outdoor Adventure at Your Doorstep”. Easy access to excellent canoeing, fishing, hunting, sightseeing flights, swimming, snowmobiling, trail riding and cross-country skiing. Across from the "Winnie-the-Pooh" park and information centre and close to the museum. Restaurants, gift shops, etc. are all nearby. Very clean and quiet rooms with free wireless internet service, phones, cable TV, in-room coffee, microwaves and fridges. Housekeeping units available for large and small groups. Children under 12 stay free. Pet friendly with a credit card. Open year round. All major credit cards accepted.
Website:www.whiterivermotel.com
Outfitters, Resorts and Services
Visit our members’ directory for more information on cross country skiing, outfitters and resorts in Northern Ontario, Canada, or call the Algoma Kinniwabi Travel Association at 1-800-263-2546.
