Top Things to do in Ontario's Near North
Top Hotels in Ontario's Near North
- 1. Homewood Suites by Hilton North Bay
- 2. Hampton Inn by Hilton North Bay
- 3. Best Western North Bay Hotel & Conference Centre
- 4. Travelodge by Wyndham North Bay Lakeshor
- 5. Sunset Inn on the Park
- 6. Comfort Inn Lakeshore - North Bay
- 7. Comfort Inn Sturgeon Falls
- 8. Glen Garry Motel & Cottages
- 9. Le Voyageur Inn
- 10. Comfort Inn Airport (North Bay)
7 Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Ontario's Near North That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Ontario's Near North, United States including Algonquin Park Adventure Tours, Temagami Fire Tower, Off the Beaten Track, Barron Canyon Trail, Von Doeler's Ranch, Centennial Ridges Trail, Voyageur Quest.
Restaurants in Ontario's Near North
1. Algonquin Park Adventure Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 400 reviews
Since 1996, we have guided educational wilderness adventure tours into the Algonquin Provincial Park interior. We provide multiday guided canoe trips and glamping camping that will get you intimate with Algonquin Provincial Park. Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey programs can also be arranged. We also provide an assortment of Algonquin Park guided day trips. Paddle canoe, motorized canoe, fishing, hiking, bicycle, birding, landscape & wildlife photography and fall colours adventure tours are provided 7 days a week (May-Oct). In winter, we provide very Canadian snowshoe, nordic ski and winter camping adventures. Custom tours, wilderness skills training, school trips and corporate team building services are also provided.
2. Temagami Fire Tower
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By carolcC4661IE
While camping at Marten River provincial park, we took a drive to Temagami and climbed the fire tower in town. We'll worth the effort. A spectacular view of the area.
3. Off the Beaten Track
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
Develop a taste of the beautiful escarpments, hidden beaches, local trails, as well as indulging in local cuisine and drink. Off the Beaten Track adventure tourism packages will focus on exploring Northeastern Ontario located in North Bay Ontario in a way that is authentic, affordable and unique.
4. Barron Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By DaveAFamilyMan - Chatham, Canada
Finally crossed it off of our list this was quite the journey from our cottage, over 3 hours one way, but well worth it. We had my Parents 68 and 70 and my children 6/8/13 and we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. The hike was short but we stayed for a while to take it the breath taking views. There is a number of scenic look outs at the top and every one just as stunning. We also explored the river down at the picnic area and canoe launch. Definitely recommend this shot trail if you travel east of Algonquin at all!
5. Von Doeler's Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
The Von Doeler Ranch is a 4th generation ranch only 30 minutes from North Bay, Ontario in the town of Rutherglen. The ranch welcomes riders of all levels as we offer Trail rides, one to one coaching, cabin packages, overnight packages, overnight pack trips, rodeos, shows and parties.
Reviewed By 290haileyb - North Bay, Canada
Our team (staff of a veterinary clinic) just did a weekend stay/team building at Von Doeler's Ranch and we had an absolutely wonderful time. The horses were super sweet, kind and very very well cared for. The staff was fabulous - friendly, knowledgable and fun. Our cottage was super cute, clean - view is incredible. Highly recommend!!
6. Centennial Ridges Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By MandA2012 - Toronto, Canada
This was easily the most beautiful hike we have done in Ontario. It is moderately challenging with lots of ascents and descents. Each of the ascents rewards you with a spectacular view from along the ridge. There are 12 marked viewpoints but each one of the viewpoints along the ridge (there are at least 4 that I recall) actually has multiple viewpoints. When you arrive on top of the ridge there is no need to congregate with everyone, just walk ahead and you will find several other spots, each more beautiful than the last. On top of the ridge are sweeping views over the tree canopy and the lakes below. We timed our visit (Sept 26) around the peak viewing season for maples and the canopy was a sea of red, orange and yellow. The trail was full of colourful maples and poplars, contrasted by beautiful white birch trees. None of this 10 km hike is flat or smooth - it is winding and narrow (single file for much of it) and you are hiking over rocks, rock face, tree roots and mud. Wear hiking shoes or you will regret it. There are no washrooms except for an outhouse in the parking lot. Go early - we arrived around 10:30am and had to park on the side of the road 1/2 km from the parking lot (by the time we got back cars were parked nearly 2km out). The last two viewpoints of the 12 were a slow go because of all the people entering the park and just doing those last few viewpoints in reverse direction instead of the full loop. The full 10km loop took us 4 hours including 1/2 hour picnic lunch, tons of photos, and the painfully slow last few kilometres when the trail got crowded.
7. Voyageur Quest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Voyageur Quest specializes in Algonquin Park adventures! Algonquin canoe trips focus on wildlife, outstanding gourmet meals, superior guides and memorable campsites. Algonquin lodge-based canoeing, hiking and wildlife interpretation takes place out of our two lodges, the Algonquin Log Cabin and Algonquin Cottages. Both are located at the north west corner of Algonquin Park. Anywhere between a 3-day guided canoe trip and a 14-day Algonquin crossing, Voyageur Quest can guide you on an outstanding wilderness experience.
