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)
What to do and see in Ontario's Near North, Ontario's Near North: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Ontario's Near North, United States including Barron Canyon Trail, Big Pines Trail, Leaf Lake Ski Trail, Algonquin Logging Museum Trail, Centennial Ridges Trail, Laurentian Ski Hill, Beaver Pond Trail, Spruce Bog Boardwalk Trail, Booth's Rock Trail, Brent Crater Trail.
Restaurants in Ontario's Near North
1. 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!
2. Big Pines Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By carriem57 - Oshawa, Canada
Impressive sized trees. No trail map and could not see the logging camp. Took 1 hour with a 10 year old child.
3. Leaf Lake Ski Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By christinas303
Only the second time every skiing and I loved it!! I did the entire pine loop. It was really challenging but a huge payoff at the end. I think it took us about 5 hours to finish. There is steep downhill sections, but they’re more fun than scary if you take it slow.
4. Algonquin Logging Museum Trail
5. 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.
6. Laurentian Ski Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
A non profit community based ski hill right in the heart of North Bay, Laurentian Ski Hill has something for everyone. Rental equipment and lessons for the first timers and a terrain park with its own lift and moguls for the more experienced. Laurentian Ski Hill offers 6 runs and 3 lifts with a 300 foot vertical drop.
7. Beaver Pond Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By 796eliasj - Mississauga, Canada
We selected this trail at Algonquin Park since my daughters were young. But to my amaze, they took it with ease. Walking was tricky at times with stairs at certain places. There are park bench around the lookout point and the most amazing part was to walk through the trail with the fall colours all around you. Love the nature. Recommended specially during Fall..
8. Spruce Bog Boardwalk Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By RandyRoss - Ridgetown, Canada
This is a nice short trail on level ground and suitable for all ages and almost all levels of ability. Not strenuous. There are several benches along the trail for those who wish to stop and enjoy - or to stop and rest.
9. Booth's Rock Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By fairfam2017 - Ontario, Canada
As previous reviews mention I would not recommend completing this hike counter clockwise unless in great physical condition. Most of the climb this way would be on stairs. Clockwise still a fairly strenuous climb on a trail The views have steep dangerous drop offs which reward the hiker with fabulous views from lookouts. Approximate distance 5km.
10. Brent Crater Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By nikkihikes - Ottawa, Canada
I'm glad I read reviews before going. Loaded up with bug spray, we hiked the trail, went up to the lookout. The price for entry was $14 for the car. The trail was nice. Good workout. Didn't run into many people. Very cool to see the crater. We've never seen so many different types of mushrooms along the trail.Definitely recommend it.
