Attractions
Your Northern Sightseeing Guide
For history and culture enthusiasts, many attractions in the region allow you to step back a few centuries. Visit the ruins of Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site, once a remote British outpost, then walk the on-site nature trails. The Heritage Sawmill in Hearst, the Bruce Mines Museum, and the Timber Village Museum are just a few regional museums to explore the area’s contribution to Canada’s history. Follow the Sault Ste. Marie Hub Trail to the Sault Ste. Marie Canal Historic Site, once the world’s longest lock.
Visit major attractions like the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, and the Sault Ste. Marie Museum, the Ermatinger•Clergue National Historic Site, and the Art Gallery of Algoma. The world’s largest Crown Game Preserve, one of the top 10 drives in Canada, the Fire Tower Lookout, and waterfalls. Learn about the productive life of insects at Entomica. Sault Ste. Marie’s newest attraction is the Miss Marie Lock Tours. Or hop aboard the famous Agawa Canyon Tour Train.
To learn about the land you’re visiting, book a cultural hike or paddle. This is the best way to gain further appreciation for the Indigenous culture of the area.
Take a trip to a local Farmers’ Market for fresh, locally grown produce and handmade artisan products. Take part in art classes and workshops, live theatre and music festivals.
These are just some highlights of what’s waiting for you to see and do in Algoma.
Your First Algoma Country AdventureVisiting Northern Ontario for the first time? Here’s a list of scenic stops, attractions and activities to make the most epic road trip.
Trail Running Triple PlayDiscover why the Wawa Trifecta, a unique two-day trail running event, is becoming a must-run tradition in Algoma Country.
The Group Of Seven RouteThe Group of Seven Route Discovery Route is a designated driving tour highlighting this art collective's time in the Algoma region.
Stubbees Beestro On St. Joseph IslandStubbees Beestro is a great place to meet friends, enjoy coffee and savour food and desserts flavoured with local St. Joseph Island honey.
Northern Ontario RV AdventureThis 8-day Northern Ontario RV Adventure began from Toronto and completed a loop of roadway in Northeastern Ontario and Algoma Country.
Public Art Displays in Algoma CountryTransforming outdoors spaces to share culture, history and creativity with public displays in Ontario's Algoma Country.
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Located on Highway 17 midway between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie. We have been here for over 25 years.
One-day wilderness rail excursions to Agawa Canyon operate from August to mid-October.
Bringing individuals & families out on the land, experience Northern Ontario through a guided canoeing, kayaking, hiking or camping adventure!
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Consisting of the 2 oldest stone buildings northwest of Toronto, the Ermatinger-Clergue Site features interactive exhibits and costumed interpreters.
An old fashioned General Store with a large selection of souvenirs - moccasins - T-shirts - clothing and gourmet foods.
Searchmont Resort located in the mountains of the Canadian Shield, 48 km north of Sault Ste. Marie with charming chalet and villa lodging.
Discover walking trails, the Canadian lock, photo-worthy sandstone heritage buildings and the world's only remaining Emergency Swing Dam.
Once a thriving community of soldiers, Indigenous people, and fur traders, visit the fort where the War of 1812 began.
Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf has 7 different 9 hole courses, total of 63 holes with over 20 Mammoth skeleton dinosaurs made of solid steel.
Station Mall is the most complete shopping complex in the area. It is located on the beautiful waterfront just steps from many major hotels.
The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre is housed in the historic waterfront hangar where aviation in northern Ontario took flight.
Explore downtown Sault Ste. Marie aboard Big Ben, a one-hour sightseeing loop with hop-on hop-off access so you can explore at your own pace.
Explore the historic area of Sault Ste. Marie transformed and reimagined into a premier dining, entertainment, and attractions destination.
Discover Sault Ste. Marie aboard the Miss Marie, a two-hour cruise that travels through both the Canadian and American Locks.
Explore and embrace northern Ontario through guided winter & summer experiences, nature tours and camping trips for your everyday outdoor enthusiast.
| Business Name | Address | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Agawa Canyon Tour Train | 429 Carmen’s Way, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6C 0A3 | |
| Big Ben Bus Tour | 65 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5N1 | 705-989-4985 |
| Blaq Bear Tours | 244 Young Road, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705-649-2235 |
| Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre | 50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 3G4 | 705-945-6242 |
| Canal District | 83 Huron Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5P4 | 705-759-9090 |
| Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf | 3316 St. Laurent Street, Sudbury, ON P0M 1L0 | 705-897-6302 |
| Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site | 831 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5N1 | 705-759-5443 |
| Forest The Canoe | 17 Birch Point Circle, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705-730-3457 |
| Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site – Parks Canada | 185 Fort Road, Hilton Beach, ON P0R 1G0 | 705-246-2664 |
| Miss Marie Sault Lock Tours | 65 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1X3 | 705-989-4985 |
| Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site – Parks Canada | 1 Canal Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6W4 | 705-941-6262 |
| Searchmont Resort | 103 Searchmont Resort Road, Searchmont, ON POS 1J0 | 705-781-2340 |
| Serpent River Trading Post Gas & Convenience | 479 Highway 17, Serpent River, ON P0P 1B0 | 705-844-2119 |
| Station Mall | 293 Bay Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1X3 | 705-946-7239 |
| Thrive Tours | 1638 Queen Street East , Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2G7 | 705-862-1558 |
| Young’s General Store | 105 Mission Road, Wawa, ON P0S 1K0 | 705-856-2626 |
| Art Gallery of Algoma | 10 East Street , Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 3C3 | 705-949-9067 |
| Bruce Mines Museum | 9221 Trans Canada Highway, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0 | 705-206-9642 |
| Chapleau Centennial Museum | 94 Monk Street, Chapleau, ON P0M 1K0 | 705-864-1122 |
| Ecomusée de Hearst Ecomuseum | 53 9th Street, PO Box 1329, Hearst, ON P0L 1N0 | 705-372-2844 |
| EKOBA Historic Site and Museum | EKOBA Historic Site and Museum, Echo Bay, ON P0S 1C0 | 705-248-1400 |
| Entomica Insectarium | 50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 3G4 | 705-297-5777 |
| Fire Tower Lookout | Fire Tower Road, Elliot Lake, ON P0M 2L0 | 705-848-2287 |
| Galerie 815 Gallery | 75 9th Street, Hearst, ON P0L 1N0 | 705-362-4900 |
| Heritage Park Museum | 2 Little Rapids Road, PO Box 425, Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0 | 705-842-2722 |
| Heritage Sawmill | 830 Front Street, Hearst, ON P0L 1N0 | 705-362-4341 |
| Miners’ Memorial Park | 325 Hwy 108, Elliot Lake, ON | 705-848-2287 |
| Sault Ste. Marie Museum | 690 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2A4 | 705-759-7278 |
| Simpson Copper Mine Shaft | 9244 Hwy 17 East, Bruce Mines, ON P0R 1C0 | 705-785-3493 |
| St. Joseph Island Museum | 2394 I Line, RR #2, Richards Landing, ON P0R 1J0 | 705-246-2672 |
| Superior Exploration Climbing Company | 44 Great Northern Road/PO Box 85, Batchawna Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 6H4 | 705-943-9399 |
| Timber Village Museum | 1 Hagger Road, Blind River, ON P0R 1B0 | 705-849-3006 |
| White River Heritage Museum | 200 Elgin Street, PO Box 583, White River, ON P0M 3G0 | 807-822-2657 |
| Wilderness Helicopters Ltd. | 27B Hwy 101, PO Box 259, Wawa, ON P0S 1K0 | 888-554-3662 |
Young’s General Store
105 Mission Road, Wawa Ontario, P0S 1K0
Serpent River Trading Post Gas & Convenience
479 Highway 17, Serpent River Ontario, P0P 1B0
Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site – Parks Canada
1 Canal Drive, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 6W4
Miss Marie Sault Lock Tours
65 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 1X3
Big Ben Bus Tour
65 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 5N1
Thrive Tours
1638 Queen Street East , Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 2G7
Station Mall
293 Bay Street, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 1X3
Searchmont Resort
103 Searchmont Resort Road, Searchmont Ontario, POS 1J0
Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site – Parks Canada
185 Fort Road, Hilton Beach Ontario, P0R 1G0
Forest The Canoe
17 Birch Point Circle, Goulais River Ontario, P0S 1E0
Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site
831 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 5N1
Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf
3316 St. Laurent Street, Sudbury Ontario, P0M 1L0
Canal District
83 Huron Street, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 5P4
Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre
50 Pim Street, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 3G4
Blaq Bear Tours
244 Young Road, Goulais River Ontario, P0S 1E0
Agawa Canyon Tour Train
429 Carmen’s Way, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6C 0A3
