Parks Canada
Nature , History & Adventure : These Sites are Bucket List Big .
PUKASKWA NATIONAL PARK
Pukaskwa National Park invites you to be inspired by Northern Ontario ’ s natural , untouched beauty , and remember it for a lifetime . This vast , wild playground on the edge of Lake Superior offers you the chance to listen to the loon ’ s call , roast marshmallows , splash around in the cool waters , and simply reconnect . Visitors are mesmerized and inspired by the panoramic views and the endless soundtrack of the wild and natural surroundings .
LAKE SUPERIOR NATIONAL MARINE CONSERVATION AREA
Hike , fish , swim , camp , kayak or simply wander along a quiet trail – there are almost as many ways to enjoy the North Shore of Lake Superior as there are waves on her vast watery face . An outdoor enthusiast ’ s dream destination , the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area provides superior , year round adventure .
SAULT STE . MARIE CANAL NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
Stroll the grounds , watch the boats passing through the recreational lock and explore the incredible innovations at the Sault Ste . Marie Canal . Let your imagination run wild as an expert interpreter takes you on a tour through the past . Discover how the world ’ s longest and first electrically operated lock works , and hear what went wrong during the accident of 1909 . Explore the lock wall and the important buildings and features of the canal . The site ’ s features include picnic grounds , a 2.2 km hiking trail , the world ’ s only remaining Emergency Swing Dam , as well as a gift shop and exhibits .
FORT ST . JOSEPH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
Situated on the north shore of Lake Huron , Fort St . Joseph served as the base for the first British military manoeuvre against the Americans in the War of 1812 . Experience what life was like then as you take a guided tour or hike the nature trails around the Fort on your own , learning the history of the site through its many ruins and interpretive products .
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