Bruce Bay Cottages & Lighthouse

Retrace legendary artist Tom Thomson on his lesser known journey along the Mississagi River in Algoma and the community of Bruce Mines.  Be inspired by the same landscapes and vistas at Aubrey Falls and Mississagi Valley that inspired Tom.

This package includes accommodations at Bruce Bay Cottages and Lighthouse, an official Group of Seven Touring Map, and a delicious Tom`s Charcuterie Picnic Basket lunch from the Copper Bean Cafe.

ITINERARY

Start/End: Bruce Bay Cottages and Lighthouse Bruce Mines – Use the official Moments of Algoma map and app to navigate the tour. www.momentsofalgoma.ca

Stop 1: The Copper Bean Coffee Shop – Pick up Tom’s Picnic Basket which is ideal for hiking. Your picnic basket will contain specialty cheeses, olives, crackers, and fresh fruit. Enjoy your panini of ham, cheddar and green apple or the panini of your choice. Cold beverage and a surprise sweet treat included. It is highly recommended you start your day with a delicious breakfast, coffee or Tom Thomson tea before you head out exploring.

Stop 2: Aubrey Falls Provincial Park – Head east to Thessalon, then north on Hwy 129 for a hike and picnic at Aubrey Falls.

Stop 3: Scenic Mississagi Valley Viewpoints – Stop at various scenic view points along the Mississagi River upon the return trip.

Stop 4: Group of Seven Interpretive Easel – Located across from the Copper Bean down at the Bruce Mines waterfront. This will be the end of your Tom Thomson day.