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Region:

Near North

Known For:

Lake Nipissing | Callander Bay Heritage Museum | Waterfront parks | Historic cottages | Sunset views | Quiet lakeside

Best For:

Lake Days | Sunset Views | Quiet Walks | Northern Escapes

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Callander Bay Heritage Museum & Alex Dufresne Gallery

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This museum is where Dr. Dafoe once lived and practiced. If you are curious about the stories of Dr. Dafoe, the Dionne Quintuplets, as well as local historical businesses and industries, then this is the place for you. Read more about the Dionne Quintuplets and Allan Roy Dafoe | People of Small Towns   One […]

Vested Interest Trading

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Want to stop by a gift shop to bring home some unique goodies? Look no further.   Only the best collection of carefully curated products is sold here. This includes a diverse range of handmade items sold by local businesses, such as maple syrup, felted mittens, charcuterie boards, natural soaps, body products, organic honey, and […]

Centennial Park

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Centennial Park is where people of all ages get sweet sun and fresh air, accumulate daily steps, and enjoy quality time with their family and friends. This is an especially popular location for those with young children, as there is a splash pad and a beach that can accommodate bored kids on sweltering days. Combined […]

Cranberry Trail

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Beautiful and accessible all year round, this relatively easy trail can be enjoyed on foot, bike, on snowshoes, and more! During your trek, you can find a view of the Cranberry Marsh, and if you keep going, you will eventually see Callander Bay. There are also several benches along the way, so you can take […]

Lynn’s Urban Roots

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This fun shop is a must-visit for anyone remotely interested in indoor plants. Regardless of whether you have a green thumb and a thriving jungle of a living room or you are a novice who can only seem to keep artificial leaves from shrivelling into crumbly decay, Lynn—the friendly owner—has something for everyone. You want […]

Lake Nipissing Ice Fishing Charters

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Many have gone fishing before… but have you tried ice fishing? There’s just something about the still, icy landscape that gives you tranquillity like no other—almost as if you are frozen (no pun intended) in time. See your breath form clouds in the chilly air, and wait for the thrill that spikes when you get […]

1886 Lake House Bistro

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Best burger in Callander Bay. Against the backdrop of Lake Nipissing, 1886 is a casual cottage bistro with black & white photos, hand-crafted butcher block tables and barn board accents. 1886 is a restaurant for winter or summer enthusiasts still dressed in their gear, families with small children and intimate dinners for couples enjoying each […]

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