Deer Trail Tour
The Deer Trail Tour is a fun loop around Elliot Lake, through Blind River and Iron Bridge. Following river valleys, this route is twisty and has many hills. Although surface treated, there are a few rough roads that make this loop more suited to the adventure-bike touring type. The loop is 120 km (72 mi).
There are many things to see and do on the route, and lots of places to stay and eat.
4 Things You Should Do on the Route
- Visit museums in Elliot Lake, Blind River and Iron Bridge
- Climb up the Fire Tower Lookout
- Have lunch in a shady, scenic spot on the beach
- Cross the historic 1908 Dean Lake Bridge
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Rooms & Packages
Bed & Breakfast on the Lake
Enjoy breakfast and accommodations overlooking the bay and the creek on the shores of Lake Lauzon.
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Cottage Rentals on Lake Lauzon
Cozy cabin rentals on beautiful Lake Lauzon. Offering access to many summer and winter activities.
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Relaxing Houseboat Rental
Escape and enjoy a unique experience with beautiful scenery and sunsets on the shore of Lake Lauzon!
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Cabin Rentals on Chiblow Lake
Comfortable, fun and relaxing! Cabin rentals available on the beautiful Chiblow Lake.
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Red Top Motor Inn & Restaurant
A unique landmark in Iron Bridge. 24 large, comfortable motel rooms with air-conditioning.
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Peaceful Cottages In Iron Bridge
Cottages on the water surrounded by hardwood Maple forest. Check out this peaceful retreat!
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Weekly Cottage Vacations
Save big and stay longer on weekend and weekly cottage vacations at Birchland Cottages.
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Must Sees
Overlooking the tranquil shores and awe inspiring vista of Horne Lake. Parking and hiking trail access is available.
Ascend this Fire Ranger's Lookout for a stunning 360 panoramic view which includes the North Channel of Lake Huron and Manitoulin Island.
Mississagi Provincial Park is perfect for canoeing, fishing, hiking and camping. Six trails feature the area's rolling hills, valleys and many lakes.
Visit the Timber Village Museum experience the 17th century life of lumber camps and early settlement homes & businesses of North Channel communities.
Partner Listings
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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"
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.
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.
Melwel Lodge
Iron Bridge, Ontario
Relax and enjoy the tranquil setting along the shoreline of Melwel Bay. Offering 11 gorgeously restored, immaculately maintained cabins.
Directory
| Business Name | Address | City/Town | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchland Cottages | 13775 Hwy 17 East | Thessalon ON, P0R 1L0 | 705-842-3356 |
| Chiblow Lake Lodge | 95 Chiblow Lake Road | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-843-0402 |
| Dunlop Lake Lodge | 74 Dunlop Lake Road | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7 | 705-848-8090 |
| Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine | 1479 B Hwy 17 | Algoma Mills ON, P0R 1A0 | 705-849-0007 |
| Lauzon East | 1055 Bayview Lane | Algoma Mills ON, P0R 1A0 | 519-949-1052 |
| Melwel Lodge | 435 Melwel Road | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-842-2141 |
| Old Mill Motel | 10 Martin Street, Highway 17 | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-8874 |
| Red Top Motor Inn | 22133 Hwy 17, PO Box 427 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-2100 |
| South Bay Park | 101 South Bay Road | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9 | 705-848-2804 |
| A Taste of Home B&B | 29 Fullerton Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-7165 | Auberge Eldo Inn | 3 White Drive | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-2255 |
| Brownlee Lake Park – Resort & Campground | 136 Ingram Road | Thessalon ON, P0R 1L0 | 705-842-2118 |
| Clear Lake Camp | 21272 Hwy 17 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-842-5090 |
| Hampton Inn | 279 Hwy 108 North | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9 | 705-848-4004 |
| Lake Matinenda RV Park & Campground | 6109 Hwy 557 | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-849-7310 |
| Lakeview Inn | 143 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-0800 |
| Le Bel Abri Bed and Breakfast | 3 Garnier Road | Spanish ON, P0P 2A0 | 705-844-2545 |
| Little White River Resort & Campground | 51B, Highway 554 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-849-5491 |
| MacIver’s Mississauga Motel & Camp Ltd | 2606 Hwy 17 West | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-7411 |
| Mountain View Bed & Breakfast | 6506 A Hwy 129 | Thessalon ON, P0R 1L0 | 705-841-1140 |
| Mountain View Camp | 2277 Granary Lake Road | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-7087 |
| North Shore Wayside Inn | 181 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-2249 |
| Pier 17 Hotel | 1 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-1717 |
| Red Rose Bed and Breakfast | 25 Albert Street | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2Y7 | 705-848-4716 |
| South Bay Park | 101 South Bay Road | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2S9 | 705-848-2804 |
| The Ironwood Cabin | 29 Glen Street | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | |
| Viking Trailer Park | PO Box 310, 21654 & 21715 Hwy 17 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-2834 |
| Village Inn Motel | 22337 Hwy 17 East | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-0967 |
| Wilderness Lodge | Box 44, Hwy 546 | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J6 | 705-848-8468 |
| Yellow Butterfly Trading Post and Campground | 21467 Hwy 17 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-4400 |
| Business Name | Address | City/Town | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Bridge Historical Museum | 1 James Street, Box 460 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-2033 |
| Mukwa Adventures | Spanish | Spanish ON, P0P 2A0 | 705-208-0477 |
| Timber Village Museum | 1 Hagger Road | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-849-3006 |
| Business Name | Address | City/Town | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunlop Lake Lodge | 74 Dunlop Lake Road | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7 | 705-848-8090 |
| Red Top Motor Inn | 22133 Hwy 17, PO Box 427 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-2100 |
| A Touch of Home | 10 Woodward Avenue | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-4663 |
| Brownlee Lake Park – Resort & Campground | 136 Ingram Road | Thessalon ON, P0R 1L0 | 705-842-2118 |
| Butterfly Grill Food Truck | 63 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-227-0311 |
| Chillside Grill | 290 Hillside Drive South | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N8 | 705-848-0116 |
| Dunlop Lake Lodge Restaurant | 74 Dunlop Lake Lodge Road, PO Box 152 | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7 | 705-848-8090 |
| Elliot Lake Blossoms | 261 Hillside Drive South | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7 | 705-461-1515 |
| Fireside Classic Grill | 14 Oakland Boulevard | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1 | 705-461-3711 |
| Great Canadian Chip Truck | 22171 Hwy 17, PO Box 75 | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-843-2115 | J R’s Pizza & Chuck Wagon | 19 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-7451 |
| Lucky Garden | 25 Hawkins Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-7669 |
| Maple Restaurant | 180 Ontario Avenue | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1Y4 | 705-848-3371 |
| McDonald’s Restaurant | Hwy 108 | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1 | 705-848-8118 |
| Mississaugi Fry Company | 7 West Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705 576-2144 |
| Mum’s Place | 8 George Walk | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2A4 | 705-461-3816 |
| Mustangs Grill | 24 Woodward Avenue | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-0441 |
| North Channel Pizza | 101 Front Street | Spanish ON, P0P 2A0 | 705-844-2222 |
| North Shore Wayside Inn | 181 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-2249 |
| Seventeen Restaurant | 2 Woodward Avenue | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-1110 |
| Subway | 225 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-0041 |
| Subway | 275 Hillside Drive (Hillside Plaza) | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7 | 705-848-8030 |
| Swiss Chalet | 290 Hillside Drive South | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N8 | 705-461-8888 |
| The Pier Sports Bar | 1 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-1717 |
| Tim Hortons | 43 Causley Street | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-1579 |
| Tim Hortons | 261 Ontario 108 North | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2T1 | 705-848-5220 |
| Tim Hortons | 498 Causley Street (Esso Gas Station) | Blind River ON, P0R 1B0 | 705-356-3549 |
| Topper’s Pizza | 259 Hillside Drive South | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 1N7 | 705-310-7171 |
