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Wawa

Michipicoten ( Wawa ) is on Champlain ’ s 1632 map making it one of the oldest place names . The hub of a vast wilderness vacation area , this town of 3,200 is located at the junction of Highway 17 and 101 , 227 km ( 150 mi ) north of Sault Ste . Marie . To visitors , Wawa is well known for its famous Goose Monument , which stands overlooking Trans Canada Highway 17 . Wawa ’ s location on the north eastern shore of Lake Superior and surrounded by inland lakes makes it an attractive destination for paddling , fishing , and other adventures . The Wawa Tourist Information Centre is located at the junction of Hwy 17 and 101 . Open from May to Thanksgiving . Visitors may reach us year round by calling toll free 1-800-367-9292 ext . 260

Email at info @ wawa . cc or visit www . experiencewawa . com Our mailing address is Box 500AL , Wawa ON POS 1K0
Chapleau
great waterways . Whitewater enthusiasts come from around the globe to paddle the Missinaibi River all the way to Moosonee or navigate the Chapleau – Nemegosenda loop . Wildlife and bird watchers come in search of the white moose at Foleyet , loons on a calm lake , or black bears at their best . Anglers find walleye , pike , perch , and much more . Hunters also know Chapleau as a destination for big and small game .

What ’ s new in Chapleau ? A waterfront park that includes a splash pad , playground , picnic area , swim area , and public boat launch ! Be sure to stop in our picturesque town and become lost in the splendour of Northern Ontario ’ s beauty .

Chapleau is a historic community founded in 1901 and still thriving today . It is known as the gateway to the Chapleau Crown Game Preserve ; a recently crowned Ultimate Fishing Town ; and a community deeply connected to some of Ontario ’ s
Enjoy lakeside cabins , relaxing hikes , and incredible sunsets . Views of the Milky Way and Northern Lights make Chapleau a special location for photographers and stargazers . Take in some local culture at the Collins Art Gallery ( 69 Birch Street ) or the Chapleau Heritage Museum ( 94 Monk Street ). If winter is your time of year , come and experience our spectacular snowmobile trail network , drop a line through the ice on one of our countless lakes , compete in our annual Pike Ice Fishing Derby , or attend the Taste of the North Winter Carnival . Our local guiding services are available year-round . Chapleau is easily accessible by road ( Highway 129 or Highway 101 ) and by rail on the Viarail network .
Chapleau is also host to a golf course , fine retail stores , restaurants , parks , and modern health care facilities . For more information contact Chelsea or Stephen at 20 Pine Street W , Chapleau ON P0M 1K0 , ( 705 ) 864-1330 , cedc @ vianet . ca , visit www . chapleau . ca , or follow us @ VisitChapleau on Twitter .
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