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Here is a list of attractions in and around Thunder Bay that you may want to visit while in the area. You'll find a brief description, the distance from our park, hours of operation, a phone number, and a link to their Website.
Fort William Historical Park - (807)
473-2344 - 22km/13.5mi East
Fort William Historical Park is a provincially-funded historic site operated by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism. Through its living history program, the Fort depicts the fur trade activities of the North West Company at Fort William Historical Park, inland headquarters and site of the Company's annual Rendezvous from 1803-1821. Public tours are offered several times a day year round and fully guided tours are available at no additional charge. Tours last 1.5 hours as a costumed character guide introduces you to other inhabitants of the Fort. Tours in the fall and winter season (September to May) are available Monday- Friday (holidays excluded).
Kakabeka Falls -
(807) 473-9231 - 2.4km/1.5mi West
Known as Niagara of the North, Kakabeka Falls plunges 40 metres over sheer cliffs and some of the oldest fossils in the world. Get a bird's-eye view from jutting platforms and trails along the gorge. Trace voyageurs' steps around the falls in this history-rich park.
Terry Fox Scenic Lookout - 40km/24.85mi East
Take a day trip just east of Thunder Bay on the Terry Fox Courage Highway. Stop at the scenic lookout where the Terry Fox Memorial is situated. From this high vantage point you can enjoy the view of the Sleeping Giant out in Lake Superior.
Amethyst Mine Panorama - (807) 622-6908 - Approximately 75km/46mi East(North East)
Amethyst Mine Panorama is the largest amethyst deposit in Canada. It was discovered in 1950 as a result of a road being built to the forest fire lookout tower visible from the mine sight. Amethyst production started in 1960 and the mine has produced continuously since then. The mine produces 40% useable amethyst by volume. A large digging area, open to the public, contains 20% useable amethyst and is the main source of "pick your own" amethysts.
Ouimet Canyon - (807) 977-2526 - Approximately 100km/62mi East(North east)
This sheer-walled canyon shelters rare Arctic-alpine plants along its boulder laden floor, where snow often persists until late spring. From two platforms and a network of boardwalks and trails, view this spectacular gorge and feel the air rising from the depths. Visit nearby Eagle Canyon and walk on Canada's longest Suspension Bridge.
Chippewa Park and Wildlife Exhibit - (807) 623-3912 - 38km/23.6mi
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the sandy beach and out the breakwall to see the sunset reflecting on the Sleeping Giant and the Welcome Islands. Ride the turn-of-the-century carousel - one of only a handful still in existence anywhere. Tour the Wildlife Exhibit - a 10 acre facility which features an elevated walkway that allows for the observation of live animals native to Northern Ontario.
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