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Manitouwadge | Ontario
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Region:
Superior Country
Known For:
Cave of the Great Spirit (Ojibwe name) | Historic mining town | Backcountry waterfalls | Boreal wilderness | Kiwissa Ski Hill | Hundreds of lakes | Lake Superior Circle Tour side trip | Portuguese-Canadian heritage | Home town of CBC producer Liz Pettapiece-Phillips
Best For:
Waterfall hunting | Fishing | ATV & snowmobile trails | Downhill & cross-country skiing | Birdwatching | Budget-friendly real estate
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Mining Heritage & Town History
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It is believed that the town’s name, “Manitouwadge,” is derived from the Ojibwe terms “Manidoowaazh” or “Manitouwadj” — meaning “Cave (wadj) of the Great Spirit (Manitou). Long before the town was established, the area was part of a wide-ranging territory of Ojibwe people. The town was founded after three prospectors — Roy Barker, Bill Dawidowich, and […]
Manitouwadge Waterfalls
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Manitouwadge is surrounded by some of the most dramatic backcountry waterfalls in Northern Ontario. High Falls on the Pic River cascades 30 metres down a steep escarpment. Twin Falls on the Kagiano River is a unique double waterfall well worth the trip. Other falls in the area include Manitou Falls, Middle Falls, Nama Falls, Labrador […]
- Various locations accessed via Industrial Road, northwest of Manitouwadge
- (807) 826-3227 (Township office)
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/tourism/attractions/waterfalls-rapids/
Perry Lake Trail
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A gentle, well-maintained walking trail circling Perry Lake — a wetland paradise just minutes from the centre of town. Created by the local Ducks Unlimited Canada committee, it honours Grant Perry, an outdoor enthusiast and longtime community member. Viewing mounds along the trail provides information about the wetlands and wildlife. You’ll find nesting boxes, a […]
- Perry Lake, Manitouwadge, Ontario
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/tourism/attractions/perry-lake-trail/
Lion’s Beach & Prospector’s Park
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The waterfront on Lake Manitouwadge is the town’s summer gathering spot. Lion’s Beach offers a sandy swimming area, and Prospector’s Park right alongside is a pleasant spot for a picnic or a stroll. The lake itself is clean and surrounded by dense boreal forest — it feels genuinely remote, even though it’s right in town. […]
Snowmobile & ATV Trails
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Manitouwadge’s motto is “Play in the Extreme,” and the trail network lives up to it. Hundreds of kilometres of logging roads and groomed snowmobile trails connect to neighbouring communities and venture deep into the wilderness. In winter, the trails are groomed and well-marked, linking to the broader northern Ontario snowmobile network. In summer, the same […]
- Trail access from Manitouwadge and Industrial Road
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/tourism/activities/
Kiwissa Ski Hill
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Manitouwadge’s own downhill ski hill offers 13 runs for skiing and snowboarding, with a panoramic view of the entire town and surrounding boreal forest from the top. In winter, the sight of the northern landscape blanketed in snow is something special. In summer, the ski hill opens for hiking. The trail to the summit is […]
- West of town, Manitouwadge, Ontario
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/residents/community-services/kiwissa-ski-hill/
Manitouwadge Municipal Golf Course
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A 9-hole course set in a picturesque boreal landscape. It’s not the longest course you’ll ever play, but the setting — surrounded by forest and fresh northern air — more than makes up for it. The course is varied and fun, with a relaxed clubhouse where you can grab a drink afterwards. Green fees are […]
- Manitouwadge Golf Course, Station Road, Manitouwadge, ON, Canada
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/residents/community-services/golf-course-clubhouse/
Fishing — Hundreds of Lakes
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With hundreds of lakes in the surrounding area, Manitouwadge is a fisher’s paradise. Walleye, northern pike, perch, salmon, whitefish, and lake trout are all found in local waters. Some lakes are easy-access spots right off the highway. Others are remote fly-in or paddle-in destinations for those looking for a true backcountry experience. Winter ice fishing […]
- Various lakes surrounding Manitouwadge, Ontario
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca/tourism/activities
Canoeing & Kayaking Routes
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The network of lakes and rivers around Manitouwadge offers some of the quietest paddling in Ontario. Routes range from easy day trips on local lakes to multi-day wilderness expeditions through the boreal. The Pic River system connects several of the area’s famous waterfalls, making for a spectacular canoe trip if you’re up for it. Wildlife […]
Manitouwadge Community Centre & Arena
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The heart of town life. The Community Centre houses the arena, the auditorium, and a public library — all in one place. In winter, catch a local hockey game or try your hand at skating during public hours. In summer, the baseball field out front draws locals and visitors alike. The library is a welcoming […]
- Manitouwadge Community Center, Manitou Road, Manitouwadge, ON, Canada
- (807) 826-3227
- https://www.manitouwadge.ca
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