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Deer Trail Drive

Take the road less travelled and explore the Deer Trail, a 120 km (72 mi) journey of breathtaking vistas. Hike on ancient lake bottoms, past cascading waterfalls, breathe in the pure air and take in 100 ft cliffs where the views are so clear, you can see straight to the North Channel and Manitoulin Island. The route travels through the City of Elliot Lake to Mississagi Provincial Park, southwest to Little White River and Iron Bridge and then east to Blind River, Algoma Mills and Spragge. Get ready to experience the natural wonders of East Algoma!

5 Must-Dos Along the Route

  • Hiking at Mississagi Provincial Park, Boom Camp Interpretive Trail and other nearby trails
  • Geocaching
  • Fire Tower Lookout
  • Festivals, Events and Art Tours
  • Beaches
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Rooms & Packages

Route Map

Must Sees

fire-tower-lookout

The Elliot Lake Fire Tower Lookout provides a 360-degree panoramic view of the North Channel of Lake Huron. Visit the Ranger's Heritage Centre.

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Miners Memorial Park is dedicated to the area's heritage and history of miners who risked their lives daily to support their families and community.

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The Cordukes/Weber 12-sided barn is 1 of 3 built in all of Canada. This beautiful wooden barn hosts a weekly farmers market.

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Boom Camp Interpretive park in Blind River is 12 km of multi-season trails. This area is significant for its cultural and natural historic values.

Partner Listings

Birchland Cottages

Thessalon, OntarioBook Now

Birchland Cottages is nestled in a beautiful and peaceful private bay on Clear Lake and is a wonderful place to come and relax.

South Bay Park

Elliot Lake, Ontario

Enjoy a piece of waterfront paradise in Elliot Lake, Ontario! Offering seasonal and overnight tent and trailer sites on the picturesque South Bay.

Serpent River Trading Post Gas & Convenience

Serpent River, Ontario

Located on Highway 17 midway between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie. We have been here for over 25 years with the extension being built 15 years ago.

Melwel Lodge

Iron Bridge, Ontario

Relax and enjoy the tranquil setting along the shoreline of Melwel Bay. Offering 11 gorgeously restored, immaculately maintained cabins.

Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine

Algoma Mills, OntarioBook Now

Lake Lauzon Resort is open all year long for fishing, camping & beautiful scenery. We are glad to accept bookings for Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall.

Laurentian Lodge

Elliot Lake, Ontario

Laurentian Lodge - Come away from it all, relax and truly enjoy yourself in one of our charming chalets, cozy cottages or luxury rooms.

Chiblow Lake Lodge

Iron Bridge, OntarioBook Now

Chiblow Lake Lodge is located on the beautiful and scenic lake of Chiblow Lake. Offering housekeeping cabins, trailer lot rent and rustic camping.

Serpent River Campground

Serpent River, Ontario

We are a pet-friendly and family-oriented campground and pride ourselves on our clean facilities. We cater to all types of travellers.

Dunlop Lake Lodge

Elliot Lake, Ontario

Located 10 minutes north of Elliot Lake just off of Hwy 108, open year-round and cater to ATVers and snowmobilers, with a variety of local trails.

Lauzon East

Algoma Mills, Ontario

Relax and enjoy beautiful sunsets and cozy housekeeping cottages on Wettlaufer Bay. Located halfway between Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie Ontario.

Old Mill Motel

Blind River, Ontario

Located right on Highway 17 the Old Mill Motel has direct access to the northern channel of Lake Huron and 39 Rooms right on the Water.

Ten Mile Lake Lodge

Elliot Lake, Ontario

Remote water access, located just north of Elliot Lake on Ten Mile Lake. Offering 4 housekeeping cabins, 2 charming cottages, and 2 rustic log cabins.

Red Top Motor Inn

Iron Bridge, OntarioBook Now

A unique landmark in Iron Bridge. 25 large, comfortable motel rooms with air-conditioning. Casual licensed restaurant featuring “fresh market cuisine"

Directory

Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Birchland Cottages13775 Hwy 17 EastThessalon ON, P0R 1L0705-842-3356
Chiblow Lake Lodge95 Chiblow Lake RoadIron Bridge ON, P0R 1B0705-843-0402
Dunlop Lake Lodge74 Dunlop Lake RoadElliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7705-848-8090
Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine1479 B Hwy 17Algoma Mills ON, P0R 1A0705-849-0007
Laurentian LodgePO Box 141Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J6705-848-0423
Lauzon East1055 Bayview LaneAlgoma Mills ON, P0R 1A0519-949-1052
Melwel Lodge435 Melwel RoadIron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-842-2141
Old Mill Motel10 Martin Street, Highway 17Blind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-8874
Red Top Motor Inn22133 Hwy 17, PO Box 427Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-2100
South Bay Park101 South Bay RoadElliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9705-848-2804
Ten Mile Lake LodgePO Box 626Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2R5705-827-2322
A Taste of Home B&B29 Fullerton StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-7165
Auberge Eldo Inn3 White DriveBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-2255
Brownlee Lake Park – Resort & Campground136 Ingram RoadThessalon ON, P0R 1L0705-842-2118
Clear Lake Camp21272 Hwy 17Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-842-5090
Hampton Inn279 Hwy 108 NorthElliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9705-848-4004
Lake Matinenda RV Park & Campground6109 Hwy 557Blind River ON, P0R 1B0705-849-7310
Lakeview Inn143 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-0800
Le Bel Abri Bed and Breakfast3 Garnier RoadSpanish ON, P0P 2A0705-844-2545
Little White River Resort & Campground51B, Highway 554Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-849-5491
MacIver’s Mississauga Motel & Camp Ltd2606 Hwy 17 WestBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-7411
Mountain View Bed & Breakfast6506 A Hwy 129Thessalon ON, P0R 1L0705-841-1140
Mountain View Camp2277 Granary Lake RoadBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-7087
North Shore Wayside Inn181 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-2249
Pier 17 Hotel1 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-1717
Red Rose Bed and Breakfast25 Albert StreetElliot Lake ON, P5A 2Y7705-848-4716
South Bay Park101 South Bay RoadElliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9705-848-2804
The Ironwood Cabin29 Glen StreetIron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0
Viking Trailer ParkPO Box 310, 21654 & 21715 Hwy 17Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-2834
Village Inn Motel22337 Hwy 17 EastIron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-0967
Wilderness LodgeBox 44, Hwy 546Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J6705-848-8468
Yellow Butterfly Trading Post and Campground21467 Hwy 17Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-4400
Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Iron Bridge Historical Museum1 James Street, Box 460 Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-2033
Mukwa AdventuresSpanishSpanish ON, P0P 2A0705-208-0477
Timber Village Museum1 Hagger RoadBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-849-3006
Business NameAddressCity/TownPhone Number
Dunlop Lake Lodge74 Dunlop Lake RoadElliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7705-848-8090
Red Top Motor Inn22133 Hwy 17, PO Box 427Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-2100
A Touch of Home10 Woodward AvenueBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-4663
Brownlee Lake Park – Resort & Campground136 Ingram RoadThessalon ON, P0R 1L0705-842-2118
Butterfly Grill Food Truck63 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1H0705-227-0311
Chillside Grill290 Hillside Drive SouthElliot Lake ON, P5A 1N8705-848-0116
Dunlop Lake Lodge Restaurant74 Dunlop Lake Lodge Road, PO Box 152Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7705-848-8090
Elliot Lake Blossoms261 Hillside Drive SouthElliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7705-461-1515
Fireside Classic Grill14 Oakland BoulevardElliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1705-461-3711
Great Canadian Chip Truck22171 Hwy 17, PO Box 75Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0705-843-2115
J R’s Pizza & Chuck Wagon19 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-7451
Lucky Garden25 Hawkins StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-7669
Maple Restaurant180 Ontario AvenueElliot Lake ON, P5A 1Y4705-848-3371
McDonald’s RestaurantHwy 108Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1705-848-8118
Mississaugi Fry Company7 West StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705 576-2144
Mum’s Place8 George WalkElliot Lake ON, P5A 2A4705-461-3816
Mustangs Grill24 Woodward AvenueBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-0441
North Channel Pizza101 Front StreetSpanish ON, P0P 2A0705-844-2222
North Shore Wayside Inn181 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-2249
Seventeen Restaurant2 Woodward AvenueBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-1110
Subway225 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-0041
Subway275 Hillside Drive (Hillside Plaza)Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7705-848-8030
Swiss Chalet290 Hillside Drive SouthElliot Lake ON, P5A 1N8705-461-8888
The Pier Sports Bar1 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-1717
Tim Hortons43 Causley StreetBlind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-1579
Tim Hortons261 Ontario 108 NorthElliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1705-848-5220
Tim Hortons498 Causley Street (Esso Gas Station)Blind River ON, P0R 1B0705-356-3549
Topper’s Pizza259 Hillside Drive SouthElliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7705-310-7171
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