Outdoor Travel in Ontario's Sunset Country

The true wilderness regions of Ontario lie in the north and northwest and Sunset Country (the region north of the State of Minnesota) is one of them. Here you can explore some of North America's premier fishing lodges - choose from five star American Plan resorts, housekeeping cabins or a remote fly in lodge or outpost. Some of the Ontario's largest wilderness Provincial Parks are located here, allowing you to venture out on wilderness canoe trip to areas so remote it'll feel like you're going back in time. Sunset Country covers 60,000 square miles with over 70,000 fishable lakes and rivers - so you'll always be able to find a good fishing hole. All the major freshwater fish are available including walleye smallmouth and largemouth bass, muskie, northern pike lake trout, perch, crappie and even brook trout! Sunset Country also offers some of Canada's best hunting for whitetail deer, black bear, moose and birds.

Some of Ontario's most famous fishing lakes are located in northwestern Ontario. Lac Seul, Lake of the Woods, Eagle, Red and Rainy Lakes are names that strike a chord in the heart of anglers across North America. There are countless other smaller lakes and river systems that offer trophy fishing opportunities. Communities such as Red Lake, Sioux Lookout, Ear Falls, Pickle Lake, Sioux Narrows, Nestor Falls, Kenora, Ignace, Atikokan and Fort Frances are all located here. From Atikokan in the east to Rainy River in the west and north to the shorelines of Hudson's Bay, there is a lodge, resort or outpost destination to suit your tastes and budget. We also list over 80 campground and RV parks that cozy up to scenic lake and riversides - Sunset Country has some of Ontario's most beautiful landscapes and scenery.

The lodges in Sunset Country not only offer great fishing and hunting, many are also ideal destinations for a fun-filled family vacation. Your children will enjoy the wide open spaces, the wildlife and the many activities and attractions that awaits them. Hiking, biking, swimming and boating are just a few examples of the fun to be had.

As you relax along a sandy beach, you'll enjoy watching your kids build sandcastles and splash about in clean, crystal clear lakes. Make sure you bring your camera to record the memories of their Canadian adventure. If the kids get restless at the lodge, you have the opportunity to take a short drive into a nearby town where the kids can go shopping, take in a movie, eat at a restaurant or enjoy activities at one of the many festivals and events which occur throughout the summer months.

In the winter, enjoy snowmobiling on uncongested snowmobile trails that criss-cross for hundreds of miles through the boreal forest. Go ice fishing, cross-country skiing or snow-shoeing. After a refreshing day in the wilderness, retire to your cabin and enjoy yourself in a hot tub or sauna. If your staying in town, there are a wide variety of hotels, motels and Bed & Breakfast establishments for you to choose from.

We can provide you with a quick and easy way to plan your vacation to northwest Ontario and to help you find the accommodations that suit your needs. Use our accommodations link to locate facilities in and around all our towns and cities. Direct links to our member lodges, hotels and B&Bs are provided by town location.

If you want additional information, our Travel Association also produces a 84 page Travel Guide that includes a poster-sized fishing map of the area. Click here to order your FREE copy or call us toll free at 1-800-665-7567.