Location: Nipigon
Top Things to do in Nipigon
The 6 Best Nature & Parks in Nipigon, Thunder Bay District
Nipigon (/ˈnɪpɪɡən/, unlike the lake) is a township in Thunder Bay District, Northwestern Ontario, Canada, located along the west side of the Nipigon River and south of the small Lake Helen running between Lake Nipigon and Lake Superior. Lake Nipigon is located approximately 25 kilometres (16 mi) north of Nipigon.
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1. Ruby Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By MLT608 - Waterloo, Canada
We, too, had heard about this lovely hike from locals. The various reviews helped us confidently find the road off the highway (about 7.5 km east of the Nipigon Birdge), and the parking spot 3.5 km down the gravel road. The path through the woods to the right is easy to travel, and at about 2.3 km some bright pink tape marks the path out to the lake. The views are beautiful, especially in the fall, where the contrast of the yellow birch, aspen and tamarack against the dramatic blue of the water is a painter's inspiration. The trail does continue, south along the cliff above the lake, and we found it to be well-marked at intervals with more pink tape on the odd tree. There are more spectacular views of Ruby Lake, and Lake Superior, as well as some vertiginous views back to the various cliff faces along Ruby Lake. If you carry on following the well-worn (and well-marked) trail, you will end up on a road that comes through the quarry, and back to the parking spot. The tape markings are not on the road, but it brings you directly north, through the old marble quarry. You shouldn't get lost. In total, with stops to admire the numerous views, the hike took us 2 hours. Enjoy!
2. Paddle to the Sea Park
3. Lake Nipigon Provincial Park
4. Deer Lake Mountain Hiking Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Deer Lake Mountain Trail offers a variety of terrain and spectacular views of No Good and Lofquist Lakes. Drive approximately 3.4 km north up highway 585, to the trailhead. Parking is available on either side of the road, and a trailhead sign on the left near the bush marks the start of your journey. This trail has black diamond sections and is meant for people with intermediate fitness.
5. Mazukama Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By MLT608 - Waterloo, Canada
This was a particularly beautiful hike in early October, with a well-earned view from the Wingtip Lookout at the very top. The hike is very well-marked. The new hydro cut at the top is a bit ghastly, but necessary as they construct new hydro lines to ship the now surplus electricity from Northern to Southern Ontario. The scramble up the "stairway of the saints" requires good footwear, and when wet, lots of care going up and down. It is well worth the effort. There are lots of rocks and trees to hang onto while climbing and descending. This is one of many gorgeous hikes we enjoyed in this area. We'll be sure to be back for more.
