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Superior Coastal

Heyden, Goulais River, Havilland Bay, Harmony Beach, Batchawana, Pancake Bay, Montreal River Harbour

The Superior Coastal highlands are historic hamlets, villages and geography on the shores of Lake Superior. Everyone should have Big Lake Superior on their bucket list. Superior’s coast has beautiful sandy beaches sheltered by rugged, rocky cliffs and pristine wilderness. The waters of Lake Superior are clear and clean making it perfect for swimming, canoeing or kayaking. There are 3 provincial parks on Highway 17: Batchawana Bay (day-use), Pancake Bay and Lake Superior. Enjoy a day at the beach to picnic and swim, or hike one of the many trail systems in the parks. Some popular trails are the Coastal Trail at Lake Superior Provincial Park and the Lookout Trail at Pancake Bay. The Lookout Trail overlooks the stretch of Superior known as the “graveyard of the Great Lakes” where the ship Edmund Fitzgerald sank in a fierce November storm in 1975. The many inland lakes and rivers offer excellent walleye, muskie, northern pike, smallmouth bass and trout fishing.

Further up Highway 17 North is Montreal River Harbour and Wawa, prime touring country for the do-it-yourself fall colour tour from mid-September to mid-October. The lush green forest transforms magically into an explosion of spectacular fall colours — fiery oranges, scarlet reds and golden yellows. In winter, there are plenty of opportunities to cross-country ski, downhill ski and backcountry ski, snowshoe and snowmobile trails.

Have your choice of tent and trailer parks, motels, cabins and resorts. Experience true Northern hospitality and delicious meals at the restaurants, or browse for locally made crafts at gift shops. Local amenities along the coast include gas stations, general stores and trading posts where you can purchase necessities.

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Sunnd Nordic Eco Resort

Batchawana Bay, Ontario

Northern Ontario’s newest 4 Season Glamping Resort. Located One Hour North of Sault Ste. Marie On A Private Lake Across From Lake Superior.

Blueberry Hill Campground

Goulais River, OntarioBook Now

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.

Voyageurs’ Lodge

Batchawana Bay, OntarioBook Now

Located on beautiful Batchawana Beach, rated one of the top ten by Chill Magazine, on Hwy 17 North, just 45 minutes north of Sault Ste. Marie.

Lake House on Lake Superior

Goulais River, Ontario

Perfectly situated along Lake Superior's coastal drive, and located near some of the North's best wilderness, wellness, and culinary experiences.

Soul of Superior Experiences

Wawa, Ontario

Soul of Superior Experiences offers one-of-a-kind history hikes and guided walks with local historian, author, and seasoned interpreter Johanna Rowe.

Thrive Tours

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Bringing individuals & families out on the land, experience Northern Ontario through a guided canoeing, kayaking, hiking or camping adventure!

Agawa Crafts & the Canadian Carver

Pancake Bay, Ontario

Camper's grocery store, agency liquor store 46 miles north of Sault Ste. Marie on Hwy 17 are two of the most complete craft shops in Ontario.

Bellevue Valley Lodge

Goulais River, Ontario

25 minutes north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. We offer home-style and private house-keeping chalet accommodations.

Forest The Canoe

Goulais River, Ontario

Explore and embrace Northern Ontario through guided winter & summer experiences, nature tours and camping trips for your everyday outdoor enthusiast.

Ranger Lake Resort

Searchmont, OntarioBook Now

Travel a short distance from Sault Ste. Marie through the scenic back country of Algoma to enjoy a wilderness retreat on beautiful Ranger Lake.

Naturally Superior Adventures

Wawa, Ontario

Located right on Lake Superior at the mouth of the Michipicoten River, 10 minutes drive from Wawa we are focused on silent sports on Lake Superior.

Blaq Bear Tours

Goulais River, OntarioBook Now

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Soul of Superior Experiences

Wawa, Ontario

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Batchawana Bay, Ontario

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Lake House on Lake Superior

Goulais River, Ontario

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Forest The Canoe

Goulais River, Ontario

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Thrive Tours

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

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Ranger Lake Resort

Searchmont, Ontario

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Blaq Bear Tours

Goulais River, Ontario

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Voyageurs’ Lodge

Batchawana Bay, Ontario

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Wawa, Ontario

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Blueberry Hill Campground

Goulais River, Ontario

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Bellevue Valley Lodge

Goulais River, Ontario

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Agawa Crafts & the Canadian Carver

Pancake Bay, Ontario

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Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Bellevue Valley Lodge326 Kirby Road, RR #1Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705 649-2880
Blueberry Hill Campground2528 Hwy 17 NorthGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-5631
Lake House on Lake Superior1752 Pine Shores DriveGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-297-8735
Ranger Lake Resort95 Hwy 556Searchmont ON, P0S 1J0705-781-2348
Sunnd Nordic Eco Resort14904 Highway 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0506-588-6280
Voyageurs’ LodgePO Box 129Batchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-2504
Chicken Shack Motel12460 Hwy 17Batchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-1700
Harmony Beach Lakeview Resort128 Harmony Beach Road, RR #1Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-3322
Lani Kai Restaurant and Hotel11382 Hwy 17NPancake Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-1630
McCauley’s Havilland Bay5235 Hwy 17Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-541-8139
Sawpit Bay Motel & Cabins13826 Hwy 17Batchawana Bay ON, P0S 1J0705-882-1610
Searchmont Mountainside Accommodations205 Hult RoadSearchmont ON, P0S 1J0705-781-3271
Silver Birch Lodge11106 Hwy 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-2200
Sunset Shores Resort10243 Hwy North, PO Box 70Batchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0866-887-8862
Twilight ResortHwy 17 NorthMontreal River Harbour ON, P0S 1H0705-882-2183
Wild Rose RV Park and CottagesPO Box 1, 11028 Hwy 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-971-2029
Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Blaq Bear Tours244 Young RoadGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-2235
Forest The Canoe17 Birch Point CircleGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-730-3457
Thrive Tours1638 Queen St East Sault Ste. Marie ON, P6A 2G7705-862-1558
Superior Exploration Climbing Company44 Great Northern Road/PO Box 85, Batchawna BaySault Ste. Marie ON, P6B 6H4705-943-9399
Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Agawa Fish & Chips10212 Hwy 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-2253
Carmine’s Pizza & Subs2771 Hwy 17 NorthGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-0345
Chicken Shack – Chip Wagon12460 Hwy 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-1700
Chippewa River Restaurant & Store8607 Hwy 17 NorthBatchawana Bay ON, P0S 1A0705-882-1658
Granny’s Fish N Chips510 Highway 552 WestGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-255-8670
Harmony Beach Lakeview Resort128 Harmony Beach Road, RR #1Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-3322
Heyden Restaurant770 Hwy 17 NorthHeyden ON, P6A 5K7705-777-3333
Josephs Homestead Pub and Grill89 Anderson RoadGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-7000
McCauley’s Havilland Bay5235 Hwy 17Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-541-8139
Northwinds Restaurant2771 Hwy 17 NorthGoulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-649-3757
Roxy’s Fry Shack494 Trans-Canada Hwy 17Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0705-255-6840