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Marie, Ontario 1.800.563.7262 or 705.942.2500 [email protected] www.quattrossm.com WE SAVED YOU A SEAT! ON VOUS A RÉSERVÉ UNE PLACE! Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area Aire marine nationale de conservation du Lac-Superior 1-888-773-8888 #sharethechair parkscanada.gc.ca parcscanada.gc.ca #partagezlachaise Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site Pukaskwa National Park Lieu historique national Fort-St. Joseph Lieu historique national du Canal-de-Sault Ste. Marie Parc national Pukaskwa Contents 5 Fish & Hunt 5 Fishing 7 Fish Species in Algoma 8 Train-in Fishing 9 Drive-in Fishing 11 Fly-in Fishing 13 21 WE SAVED YOU A SEAT! Algoma Walleye Fishing by The Fish’n Canada Show 16 Fly Fishing 17 Tips for Fly Fishing by The New Fly Fisher Show 18 Hunting 19 ON VOUS A RÉSERVÉ UNE PLACE! Hunt Algoma Black Bear by Canada in the Rough 20 Touring 21 Touring Routes (Motorcycle, Car, RV ) 23 MS Chi-Cheemaun Ferry 26 Ride Lake Superior - Two Nations One Motorcycle 28 35 Map of Algoma 29 Boating & Marinas 31 ATVing 32 Sled Algoma 33 Nature & Outdoors 35 Backpack & Hike 37 Camping 38 Canoe & Kayak 39 46 Golfing (Golf Courses) 40 Provincial Parks 41 Parks Canada 43 Pukaskwa National Park - A Must Visit! by Sheri Minardi 44 Ski & Snowshoe 45 Where to Stay 46 Accommodations 47 52 Things to Do 52 Attractions 53 Festivals & Events 55 Shop & Dine 57 Ah Tasty Fish! by Yvan Breton 60 Cities & Towns 62 Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area Algoma North Aire marine nationale de conservation du Lac-Superior Sault Ste. Marie, Lake Superior’s North Shore 63 Wawa, Chapleau 65 62 1-888-773-8888 Dubreuilville 66 #sharethechair White River, Hornepayne 67 parkscanada.gc.ca Hearst 68 #partagezlachaise Algoma East parcscanada.gc.ca Echo Bay 69 St. Joseph Island (Hilton Beach, Richards Landing) 69 Bruce Mines, Johnson Township 73 Thessalon, Mississagi Valley, Huron Shores 74 Blind River 75 Elliot Lake, Spanish 77 78 Travel Information 78 Border Crossing Information 79 Travel Distance Information & Map 80 Fish & Hunt Regulations 81 Business Directory 83 Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site Pukaskwa National Park Published by the Algoma Kinniwabi Travel Association Photo Credits: Photographs owned by Algoma Country & Ontario Tourism Lieu historique national Fort-St. Joseph Lieu historique national du Canal-de-Sault Ste. Marie Parc national Pukaskwa 334 Bay Street, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada P6A 1X1 Toll free: 1-800-263-2546 Cover Photo: John Ross, 32 inch Record Walleye www.algomacountry.com [email protected] Photos Contributed by: Rob Stimpson Photography, The New Fly Fisher, Virgil Knapp - Six Eight Studios, Printed in Canada by Commercial Print Technologies James Smedley Outdoors Photography and Writing, John Ross, Rob LaRue, Chris Hughes,Travis Favretto Editor & Production Director: Carol Caputo Design & Production: Rob LaRue Photography, Ontario Parks, Parks Canada, Sheri Minardi Photography, Brandi MacLachlan Photography, Editing & Business Directory: Heather Bot Advertising Sales: John Chambers Fish’n Canada Show, Canada in the Rough, Facing Waves Television, Richard O’Hara & Martin Lortz Share Your #algomacountry /algomacountry /algomacountry /ontarioalgomacountry /algomacountry /algomacountry That remote. 5 ALGOMA | 2016 Travel GUIDE Real Fishing & Hunting. Welcome to unspoiled wilderness with thousands of lakes, rivers and streams in a natural forest habitat that makes up much of the 28,000 square miles of Algoma. We are a mecca for some of the best gear fishing, fly fishing and hunting opportunities in the province of Ontario. Whether you fly-in, ride the rails, or drive to one of the many lodges, resorts or outposts, your trip to Algoma will be unforgettable. Fishing Troll deep for the elusive lake trout, fly fish for brook trout in cold streams, duck for bass under rocky shelves, channels or shoals, hook a big northern pike, cast for the mighty muskie or relax on a quiet lake jigging for walleye. Whatever your favourite species the calm will be broken with the sight of a tight line time and time again in Algoma. Home to Diverse Species and a Wealth of Lakes and Rivers. Fishing is all about the fish. It’s about that moment when you ICE FISHING brace yourself for the thrill of the fight as your line is being Ice fishing is not just about a day of fishing on the lake, it’s pulled by a big powerful catch. But it’s also about the quiet on a an experience that you can build an entire vacation around. lake, beautiful nature and the ability to escape our busy lives. From snowmobiling onto a remote lake or driving into a four season lodge, the winter scenery and wildlife, will result in Fly-in, drive-in or train-in to your fishing vacation. Our lodges, many fish tales around the hot stove. Ice fishing is an activity resorts and outposts offer a variety of services; it’s all up to you that everyone can enjoy in peaceful solitude, or with a group of to choose. From a rustic retreat to a luxury full service lodge family and friends. Within minutes of our cities and towns you with fantastic cuisine and top of the line cottages, the choice can access lakes filled with trout, walleye and northern pike, or is yours. Many offer boat rentals, a large selection of fishing participate in annual ice fishing derbies. supplies, and guide services who will provide you with those For more information visit www.fishalgoma.net secret fishing hotspots on the lake. ONTARIO FISHING REGULATIONS & LICENCE INFORMATION www.ontario.ca/travel-and-recreation/fishing For details including seasons, licences and creel limits consult the district offices of the Ministry of Natural Resources in Blind River, Chapleau, Sault Ste. Marie, Wawa or White River. Speak with the lodge owners, guide services, local bait/tackle shops and sporting goods operators, who can answer all your questions. Remember, you will need an Outdoors Card and a Fishing Licence to fish in Ontario. 7 ALGOMA | 2016 Travel GUIDE Fish Species Popular Species Located in Algoma. NORTHERN PIKE WALLEYE / PICKEREL SMALLMOUTH BASS LARGEMOUTH BASS RAINBOW TROUT LAKE TROUT BROOK TROUT BROWN TROUT SPLAKE TROUT YELLOW PERCH WHITEFISH Algoma is rich with diverse fish species that inhabit our lakes, rivers and streams. We enjoy year round fishing, from the excitement of the walleye opener in May, the summer months COHO SALMON CHINOOK SALMON fishing for bass and fall fishing for brook trout. Winter ice fishing has anglers pulling in big trout and northern pike throughout the area. MUSKELLUNGE ALGOMAThatREAL.COM 8 Train-in Fishing A Unique Fishing Experience. Lodges Along the Rail Lines. Let the railway get you on track to a true wilderness adventure. There are many lodges located along the rail lines in Algoma, each providing an experience as unique as their locations. Just load up your gear in a baggage car, grab a comfortable coach seat and then be whisked away through the remote wilderness of our region. The remote lakes in our rugged landscape are home to a wide variety of fish species including world-class brook trout, lake trout, big northern pike and walleye. If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation, these lodges also offer excellent opportunities to explore nature. Kayak or canoe the calm waters, pack your camera to photograph nature and wildlife, or bring your plein air painting kit to capture the beauty of the area on canvas. Lodge experiences range from rustic to first class. You can prepare your own meals in a simple housekeeping cabin, or enjoy the pampering of a full American Plan that includes delicious homecooked meals prepared in the main lodge. Your hosts will cater to all your needs. With so many outfitters, cabins and fishing lodges located along the rail lines in Algoma, it’s easy to plan a dream fishing or wilderness trip via train that you will never forget. To start planning your train-in wilderness adventure along the rail lines visit www.fishalgoma.net Add a whole new dimension to a fishing adventure when you travel by train to a lodge. It’s that simple: load your gear into a freight car, sit back and relax. Things to bring on the train: snacks, cards, games, and your ipod. 9 ALGOMA | 2016 Travel GUIDE Drive-in Fishing Drive into Algoma Where Your Trophy Catch Awaits. It’s called fishing and not catching everywhere but Algoma! You can fish waterways that feed into the mighty Lake Superior, inland lakes, streams, or Lake Huron. Whichever you choose, the “catching” is always great in Algoma. You will find full service lodges with an all inclusive American Plan or housekeeping packages that suit you. If it’s a family vacation, the guys getting away to land their trophy catch or perhaps a weekend away as a couple, Algoma is the only destination for you.