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TIMMINS
the great outdoors and more!
2019
How to Get Here...................................... 3 Our Great Outdoors.................................. 6 Biking and Hiking Trails........................... 8 Canoe and Kayak Routes....................... 12 Golfing.................................................. 16 Provincial Parks and Campgrounds........ 20 Glamping.............................................. 21 Indigenous Experiences......................... 22 Outfitters.............................................. 24 Warm Up to Winter................................ 26 Snowmobiling........................................ 28 Competitive Events................................ 32 Urban Attractions and Events................. 34 Municipal Parks.....................................43 2019 Calendar of Events........................44 Northern Lights.....................................48 Star Gazing........................................... 49 Accommodations................................... 50 Shopping............................................... 52 Nightlife................................................ 52 Science Timmins................................... 53 Dining...................................................54 Vacation Packages................................ 56 Timmins and Area Map..........................64 Water Ski & Flyboard Stunt Show...........66
Welcome to Ontario's best kept secret !
Timmins, Ontario, Canada
Welcome from Mayor George Pirie and Mattagami First Nation Chief Chad Boissoneau
small mouth bass, rock bass, While in the City, we invite
perch, mud pout, whitefish and you to discover our mining
sturgeon. heritage through one of the
guided or on a self-guided
With year round recreational
mining or heritage tour. While
opportunities, your visit here will
in the city, get up close and
be a memorable one. Whether
personal with the majestic
you’re searching for hiking,
Canadian Moose and many
biking or ATVing, canoeing,
other animals on a tour of the
kayaking, wake boarding,
Cedar Meadows Wildlife Park.
golfing, cross country skiing,
And if you are lucky, marvel
snowshoeing, or downhill
at the sight of dancing Aurora
skiing adventures Timmins will
Borealis or the prominent Milky
surprise you with its unlimited
Way as you look up, way up into
outdoor adventure opportunities.
Welcome to the City of our dark, clear skies. scenic and accessible outdoors.
With our predictable winters and
Timmins and to the Mattagami The City of Timmins is Getting here is easy. You can
endless network of snowmobile
First Nation Traditional Territory. trails, some through the urban a multi-cultural mosaic either drive or fly directly to
We are Ontario’s premiere centre providing access to deeply rooted in European the Timmins Victor M Power
four-season destination, a our many hospitality services, and Indigenous cultures and Airport with service from Air
destination for the adventurous Timmins has become a favorite every year we celebrate the Canada Jazz, Porter Airlines,
vacationers, families, and destination for thousands of best in culture, music, the Air Creebec, Bearskin Airlines,
travelers from around the world avid snowmobilers each year arts, and sports. Whether Wasaya Airways and Thunder
who are in search of unique, in search of the world’s best you are attending the Multi- Airlines.
un-crowded and memorable snowmobile destination. Cultural Festival, lndigenous Timmins, the great outdoors
experiences. Day, St-Jean Baptiste Day, and more!
Amid the untamed and
No matter what time of year Canada Day, Rock on the We look forward to your visit.
pristine wilderness that
you find yourself in the “City River, the weekly Summer
surrounds us, our cosmopolitan Sincerely,
with a Heart of Gold”, you’ll be Outdoor Concerts, the Fall Fair,
flair offers something for even
fascinated by its beauty, history, competing in the annual Great
the most discriminating taste;
and small city charm. Here Canadian Kayak Challenge &
a top-rated symphony
you will be greeted by friendly Festival or the annual Eclipse
orchestra, choirs, theater
people and great “Northern groups, an ultra modern public Financial Snowcross Pro- Mayor George Pirie
Hospitality” that we are library, Timmins Museum Challenge, your visit here will City of Timmins
renowned for. National Exhibition Centre be memorable and rewarding.
With hundreds of lakes and and First Nation Pow Wows. There are also several top rated
rivers on our doorstep, you will Great shopping is available fishing tournaments from the
enjoy the solitude you expect and includes three shopping Mattagami First Nation reserve,
from a fishing vacation. Our malls, several big box stores, a short drive from the city.
natural water reservoirs are and quaint specialty boutiques Come visit and enjoy our Chief Chad Boissoneau
located in our downtown core, hospitality, our friendly people, Mattagami First Nation
teeming with pickerel, northern
pike, trout, bass, speckled some specializing in Indigenous our attractions, our festivals and
trout, rainbow trout, lake trout, crafts, souvenirs and art. events and our natural, pristine
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Publisher: All information in this guide was deemed
TOURISM TIMMINS accurate at the time of printing.
220 Algonquin Blvd. East All price references are subject to change.
Timmins, Ontario P4N 1B3 Should you decide to take a canoe trip
705.360.2619 | 1.800.387.8466 based on information presented in this
Fax: 705.360.2682 database, it is essential that you purchase
tourism@timmins.ca an approved Government of Ontario
topographical map available from local
tourismtimmins.com hunting and fishing tackle businesses.
Managing Editor: You should also be familiar with basic
Guy Lamarche compass and map reading skills. Users
are also reminded that access routes and
Manager Tourism trails are in a natural setting; therefore
Events, City of Timmins they may be altered by natural conditions
705.360.2640 and may contain dangerous sections.
Guy.Lamarche@timmins.ca Many of the canoe routes described in
this database require advanced canoeing
Editorial Contributors: and survival skills. It is imperative novice
Diane Armstrong, Karen Bachman, canoeists and kayakers become trained
Lorraine Cantin, Antoine Garwah, to handle unexpected conditions due to
bad weather or vessel upset.
Guy Lamarche, Marnie Lapierre,
Lacey Rigg The information is presented for general
interest only and should not be considered
Tourist Information: as precise indicators of routes, locations
Timmins Convention Bureau or privately owned land.
and Visitor Welcome Centre Note: The MNR no longer maintains
325 Second Avenue canoe routes in this area and existing
Timmins, Ontario P4N 8A4 information may be out of date.
705.360.2619 1.800.387.8466 Be environmentally friendly and recycle
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How to get here
Hudson
Distance to Timmins from:
Bay
Buffalo.................848 km.... 526 mi
Polar Bear
Manitoba
Provincial Park
Detroit...............1,040 km.... 646 mi
Montreal...............916 km.... 569 mi
Ospasquia James
Provincial
Park Bay Muskoka..............509 km.... 316 mi
Winisk River
Provincial Park North Bay.............370 km.... 229 mi
Ontario Ottawa.................730 km.... 453 mi
Cat Lake
Woodland
Provincial
Park
Fawcett Lake Rouyn-Noranda.....230 km.... 143 mi
Wabakimi
Lac Seul Lake
Saint
Joseph
Provincial
Park Sault Ste. Marie....512 km.... 318 mi
Kesagami
Quebec
Kenora
Dryden
Lake
Nipigon
Prov. Park
Sudbury...............290 km.... 180 mi
Lake of
the Woods 11
17
Kapuskasing Thunder Bay.........770 km.... 477 mi
Fort
Frances
Timmins Toronto.................680 km.... 422 mi
Iroquois
Atikokan
Thunder Falls
International Quetico Provincial
11 Bay 388 Rouyn-
Falls Park Noranda Val
Sleeping Giant 17 11 d’Or
Prov. Park Pukaskwa
National Park Missinaibi Lake
101 66 117
Val d’Or................344 km.... 214 mi
Lake Superior Wawa Prov. Park 101
53 Temiskaming
61 Lake Superieur Shores
Prov. Park
Lady Evelyn
Smoothwater
Prov. Park 101
Duluth North
35 Sault Ste. Marie Sudbury Bay Matawa
Elliot Lake Sturgeon 17
17 Falls Algonquin
Pembroke Montreal
75 Prov. Park
94 Ottawa
Killarney 69 11
Gore Bay Prov. Park 60
62 416
Parry Sound 401 Cornwall
Huntsville
Minneapolis Gravenhurst 41
7
Lake Huron 35 28
Orillia
Kingston
Green Bay
94
75 401
Toronto Oshawa 81
43 Lake Ontario
Milwaukee 90
94
Lake
Buffalo
Michigan
Detroit
90 94
Lake Erie 90
Chicago 80
Cleveland
photo: Jarout
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CANADA-U.S. BORDER Within Canada:
All U.S. citizens aged 16 and older, 1.800.461.9999
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land or water, must present one 204.983.3500
Know
of the following documents: U.S. Customs and Border
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before
Travellers aged 15 and under (1.877.227.5511)
require a birth certificate for land or TTY within the U.S.:
sea travel and a passport for 1.866.6582 1.800.877.8339
air travel. For current requirements Outside of the U.S.:
go to: cic.gc.ca. 202.325.8000
you
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Customs officers decide to verify into Canada. This includes such
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Visitors from all other countries
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Starting March 15, 2016, visa- or someone traveling with you, it is
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fly to or transit through Canada Canada well in advance of your
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Timmins...a breath of fresh air
Located in Northeastern launches provide access to our Here you can enjoy
Ontario in one of the richest many lakes and rivers where several local art galleries,
mineral producing areas in great fishing is available. the Timmins Museum
the Western Hemisphere, Walleye, great northern pike, National Exhibit Centre, the
the City of Timmins, nestled speckled trout, lake trout, Downtown Timmins Urban
along the Mattagami River, rainbow trout, small mouth Park, the Summer Concert
is a destination of choice for bass, rock bass, perch, Series from McIntyre and
many in search of a unique whitefish, mud pout and Bannerman Parks or our
vacation experience. sturgeon found in our natural extensive network of urban/
Fine resorts, endless water reservoirs will provide outdoor trails winding their
outdoor recreation, interesting anglers with the action they way through the City and the
tourist attractions and crave. Residents and visitors Boreal Forest.
four predictable seasons regularly enjoy recreational Timmins is well known
make Timmins a must see pursuits from the Mattagami for its cold, dry winters,
destination year round. Here, River, a river that winds its exciting outdoor recreational
outdoor adventures are never way through the city. opportunities including
more than a stone’s throw Get up close and snowmobiling, cross- country
away. Peace, tranquility personal to the majestic skiing, snowshoeing, downhill
and legendary Northern Canadian Moose and other skiing, snowboarding, ice
hospitality guaranteed! animal species on your fishing and a true Canadian
With over 500 lakes and wildlife tour of the Cedar experience, a horse drawn
rivers, water sports such Meadows Wilderness Park sleigh ride through the boreal
as boating, canoeing and located along side the forest are examples of what
kayaking continue to attract Mattagami River and ten keeps us busy during the
people from all over the world minutes from the downtown winter months. Some of the
Many marinas and boat core. best cross-country skiing
Golfers can come and snowshoeing in Ontario
out to the range at Spruce takes place at Porcupine Ski
Needles, Hollinger, or Runners, with great downhill
Sandy Falls. Kettle Lakes skiing and snowboarding
and Ivanhoe Provincial Parks available at the Kamiskotia
are exciting destinations Snow Resort all located within
for summer activities such city limits. For snowmobilers,
as camping, canoeing, Timmins is said to be “heaven
kayaking, fishing, hiking, on earth” with its network of
and mountain biking. groomed, interconnecting trails.
No matter what time of
year you find yourself in the
“City with a Heart of Gold”
its beauty, history and our
legendary northern hospitality
will fascinate you.
The city has developed
a reputation as a first class
host for major national caliber
events and is also known for
the various seasonal and
cultural festivals held by various
groups throughout the city.
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Our great outdoors
Summer in Timmins
Explore is really something to
celebrate. Come and
and
explore our many natural
lakes, some spring fed
and all surrounded by
enjoy!
majestic forests. Enjoy
kilometres of river systems
as you paddle your way
into picture perfect
surroundings sharing the
forest with our wildlife.
Bait your hook and cast
a line from a rocky
shoreline or from the bow
of your canoe, kayak or
boat as you explore and
enjoy our great outdoors.
Here we have freshwater
lakes, rivers and creeks
teeming with pickerel,
northern pike, whitefish,
small mouth bass, rock
bass, lake trout, speckled
trout, rainbow trout, mud
pout and the legendary
sturgeon. Wherever you
decide to dip your paddle,
you are guaranteed to
stroke up an adventure.
Countless coves, beaches
and islands are waiting to
be discovered.
photo: ©Ontario Tourism
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Bird Watching Fishing Geology Hunting
Excellent places to observe birds Walleye, great northern pike, The geology of Timmins is unique The Timmins area is a popular
in Timmins include Kettle Lakes whitefish, perch, sturgeon, small in the world. Almost every year destination for moose, bear, wolf,
Provincial Park, Hersey Lake mouth bass and several species a new mine is found or an older grouse and duck hunters. There
Conservation Area and almost of trout can be found in the one is being given a second look. are plenty of drive-in hunting
any back road in the vicinity. waterways surrounding Timmins. Mining towns generally exist for spots that are readily accessible,
During the summer, the call You can utilize the services of a few decades, but Timmins has or you can arrange your excursion
of the white-throated sparrow is a local outfitter or venture out on been home to over 100 working through one of our local outfitters.
a familiar sound in our northern your own to take advantage of one mines during its 100-year Please check the area’s season
bush. Loons are easily found on of the many drive-in lakes. Visitors history yielding over 68 million and licensing information by
many of our waterways. The sight are reminded to check for local ounces of gold and many contacting the Ministry of Natural
of a great blue heron quietly rising season and licensing information thousands of tonnes of copper, Resources at the phone number
out of a marsh is also a common by contacting the Ministry of lead, zinc and other minerals. or website below.
occurrence. A resident population Natural Resources at the below The area is a combination of 705.235.1300
of sandhill cranes in the summer phone number or website. greenstone, granite and greystone mnr.gov.on.ca
makes for interesting viewing. 705.235.1300 volcanic rock with many altered
A poster entitled Birds of Timmins mnr.gov.on.ca sedimentary combinations.
is available through the Mattagami These rocks are frequently seen
Region Conservation Authority’s in close proximity to each other
website at: mrca.timmins.ca. Flora and Fauna often providing textbook examples
As well, members of the Timmins Wildlife and plants found in for geology students.
Naturalists have compiled a list Timmins are typical of the boreal
of area birds which can be viewed forest ecosystem. The dominant
at the website below. tree species are the poplar, birch,
spruce, balsam, tamarack and
timminslcc.org/Naturalist pines. As the area has historically
been subject to fire once every
Boating hundred years or so, most of the
With an abundance of local trees are less than a century old. photo: Mark Clement photo: Mark Clement
waterways available for boating Lumber companies harvest wood
or paddling, the possibilities for fibre using sustainable forestry
outdoor fun are endless. Our practices and cutting of trees is
many marinas, boat launching limited around lakes and rivers.
areas or walking trails allow Fur bearing mammals such as
access to more than 500 lakes beaver, mink, marten and otter
and rivers within the city limits. are regularly observed near our
The city’s waterfront docking area waterways and it’s not uncommon
provides access to the Mattagami to spot the occasional moose or
photo: Claude J. Gagnon
River, the main water route in bear that also inhabit the area.
Timmins.
photo: Mark Clement photo: Mark Clement
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Biking and hiking trails 8
Archie’s Rock Bridge to Bridge Circle Timmins Grassy River/
Archie’s Rock is an interesting This trail follows the Mattagami This trail will take the walker High Falls
geological formation that dates River to the Lafleur Bridge on or cyclist around the periphery High Falls is a series of rapids
back to the last ice age where the west side and returns to of the old town of Timmins. and waterfalls with a total drop
a number of huge boulders were Mattagami Park on the east side Route: Loop starting from Terry of about 40 metres. Grassy River
deposited on top of one another of the river. Exotic wildlife, such Fox Walk on Pine Street South was the site of river runs in the
and in the middle of a dense as elk, can be seen in fenced-off early days of the timber industry.
Trip Length: 13 km
forest. Scientists have suggested paddocks at Cedar Meadows Logs were floated down from
that these rocks and the rock Resort on Norman Street. Level of Difficulty: Easy walking Peterlong Lake further upstream
formation itself is directly related on established trails to the mills in Timmins. The trail is
Route: From Mattagami Bridge
to melting glaciers. Leave your on Algonquin to Lafleur Bridge Seasons: Spring to fall often used by ATVs in the summer
vehicle on the Little Star Lake and snowmobiles in the winter.
Trail Length: 6 km
Road near Highway 101. Hiking
Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
Gillies Route: From Dalton Road to
or Biking, the trip requires a 1 km
walk to the rock formation. Seasons: All
Promenade High Falls
The Gillies Lake Conservation Trail Length: 12 km
Route: From Little Star Lake Road
Buffalo Ankerite Area is the location of the most Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
to Archie’s Rock
popular walking trail in Timmins. but a long trip for one day
Trail Length: 3 km Many kilometres of old roads can It is well lit at night and access is Seasons: All (cross country skiing
Level of Difficulty: Easy walking be traveled in this area behind possible from many points around in the winter)
but more difficult climbing the the present day Buffalo Ankerite the lake. There are two available
rocks at the end Property. Due to overactive parking lots: off Brunette Road
beavers, roads are sometimes north of Highway 101 and off
Hersey Lake
Seasons: All
flooded and can be a nuisance to Highway 655 about 1 km north Trails
get across. Using a topographic of Highway 101.
Bart Thompson map you will be able to get some
This is an extensive trail system
throughout the Hersey Lake
Trail appreciation for the past history Route: Around Gillies Lake
Conservation Area with many
of the area. Abandoned mine Trail Length: 2.5 km
Walkers can park their cars at branches that make every outing
Legion Drive and follow the trail workings can be seen, although Level of Difficulty: Easy walking a new experience. In the summer
as it enters a spruce/pine forest. the buildings and head frames Seasons: All there is good swimming at Hersey
A short distance off the trail, have long since come down. Lake, the central hub of the trail
you will find evidence of early Route: Various on old bush roads Goose Lake system. A picnic area and shelter
geological forces that shaped Trip Length: Varies along with washroom facilities can
the landscape and produced the This route begins from Stringer’s
be found there.
Level of Difficulty: Bush roads Road south of South Porcupine
gold bearing rock directly beneath
are not kept up and follows a logging road into Route: From Highway 655 to
your feet. The return trip can be
Seasons: Spring to fall Goose Lake. Hersey Lake
made using residential roadways
or connecting to the south loop of Route: From Goose Lake Road Trail Length: 11.5 km
the Bart Thompson trail that winds south of South Porcupine to Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
around Porcupine Lake. Goose Lake or biking with a few hills
Route: From Legion Drive, Trip Length: 4 km Seasons: All (cross country skiing
South Porcupine to Government Level of Difficulty: Bush roads in the winter)
Complex in Pottsville that are not always kept up
Trail Length: 10 km Seasons: Spring to fall
Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
Seasons: All
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Ivanhoe Lake Nikkie’s Trail Ross Stringer Scout Rock Trail
Walk over ground that was once the Nickie’s Nature Trail is an Memorial - In the winter, this trail is used by
bottom of Ivanhoe Lake and now interpretive trail with podiums Rotary Trail walkers and skiers. In the spring,
exposes a quaking bog, viewable along the way describing the summer and fall, cyclists and
This is a walking/bicycle trail that
from a platform with an interpretive flora and fauna, with periodic walkers travel its pathways.
connects the two communities
panel. Another trail leads up and rest stops, 2 areas with comfort The trail wanders through low-
of Schumacher and South
over esker ridges, passes beaver stations and picnic tables and lying areas with marsh marigolds
lodges and follows the shore of Porcupine. The trail wanders
a gorgeous viewing platform through a mixture of forest in the spring to higher spots that
Saw Lake. at Sunset Bay. There are 3 trail were once used for farming and
ranging from poplar to white
Route: Quaking Bog, Saw Lake loops of varying lengths to suit finally through a ravine opening
spruce to black spruce and,
and Teck Lake everyone’s walking pleasure. onto College Street across from
in the higher elevations, jack pine.
Trial length: 4.6 km This trail was established for all It is relatively flat with some Denise Park. In the spring the
Level of Difficulty: Easy to of us to develop and enjoy. It is hilly sections. cherry blossoms make for
moderate hoped that the same love and a beautiful display on the trail
respect that Nickie had for nature Route: From South Porcupine just east of the hospital.
Season: spring to fall
and this trail, which she walked, to Schumacher
Route: From Timmins District
Kamiskotia will grow in each of us. Trail Length: 8.5 km
Hospital to Denise Park
Mountain Route: Loop around Little Level of Difficulty: Easy walking/
Trail Length: 4 km
Star Lake biking with a few hills
A ski area in the winter, in the Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
summer and fall the hills are easy Trip Length: 1 km, 1.6 km and Seasons: Spring to fall
Seasons: All
to climb and make an enjoyable 9 km
outdoor walk for all ages. From Level of Difficulty: Easy to Sandy Falls Terry Fox
the top of the mountain there is moderate
a vista of the area surrounding This bike trip takes you to Sandy Waterfront Trail
Timmins. The 148 metre elevation Seasons: Spring to winter Falls on the north side of the
Mattagami River and offers a This trail follows an old rail
gives residents and visitors an bed that once connected the
opportunity to see mountains Porcupine Lake unique view of the rapids. It is
downtown with local sawmills.
and ridges up to 80 km away. Trail best visited in the spring when
the river is high and water is Popular with walkers and cyclists,
The area is about a 20 minute
Part of the Bart Thompson Trail spilling over the dam. The return the trail ends at the river
drive from downtown Timmins.
system. Access is from any point trip takes you up Lefebvre Road waterfront, part of the Mountjoy
Route: Kamiskotia Ski Resort area Historical Conservation Area
around the lake. Most of the trail and back down Kraft Creek Road
Trail Length: Varies is along a wooded path near that was set aside following
to your car.
Level of Difficulty: Easy walking the water although roads are the disastrous flood of 1960.
Seasons: Summer and fall incorporated at the north end Route: From Kraft Creek Road
to Sandy Falls, east side Route: From Pine Street South
through Porcupine and Pottsville. to Mattagami Waterfront
Trail Length: 13 km
Kettle Lakes Along the trail is the Whitney
Trail Length: 2.5 km
Cemetery at Deadman’s Point, Level of Difficulty: Easy biking
The park is located about 37 km Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
east of Timmins. The route is a historical point of interest where with a few hills near the falls
over 40 people were buried after Seasons: Spring to fall Seasons: All
mainly through jack pine forest
with stretches of poplar and birch the famous fire of 1911 wiped
trees. The trail is fairly flat with out the community.
some gentle hills along the way. Route: Loop around Porcupine
Side trips can be made through Lake
the campground roads. Island Lake
Trail Length: 8.5 km
Campground is a beautiful area
with an excellent swimming beach. Level of Difficulty: Easy walking
Route: Loop around Kettle Lakes Seasons: All
Provincial Park
Trail Length: 14 km
Level of Difficulty: Easy biking
on park roads
Seasons: Summer and fall
11Canoe and kayak routes
Paddling is one of
our favourite summer
activities. Whether you
are a novice or an expert
paddler, the greater
Timmins area offers a wide
variety of rivers and lakes
to be enjoyed by all skill
levels. We have several
water routes marked and
mapped for your safe and
carefree enjoyment. Some
of the best canoeing is
available here and some
of the legendary rivers
such as the Abitibi River
are right on our doorstep.
Our world class canoeing
and kayaking experiences
will take your breath away.
12Dana Jowsey Lakes Malette Bridge to Peterlong Lake Porcupine River
Park Timmins Waterfront Peterlong Lake is located This route is easily accessible but
Access to Jowsey Lake is by The trip from the Malette Bridge approximately 40 km south not often used and has ample
road. The put-in point is about to the Timmins waterfront is about of Timmins on a good gravel opportunities for wildlife viewing.
7 km north off Highway 101 over a three hour canoe trip over flat road. There are many places The river winds in a northeasterly
a relatively good gravel road. water plus the time needed for for canoeists to camp and direction that takes the canoeist
There are some rock outcrops on a stop at the Spruce Needles Golf the lake can be the beginning behind the Owl Creek Mine and
the western shore but it is mostly Club for lunch. It is a great way point for a trip down the Grassy the Kidd Creek Metallurgical site.
low-lying taiga forest. Access to to spend a Sunday morning for River to Timmins or up water to If the plan is to travel all the way
Dana Lake is about 1 km further an outing close to town over Kapiskong, Sinclair and Loonwing to Nighthawk Lake, two days will
down the road on the left hand a historic waterway. It was the Lakes. Over 25 km of navigable be required. Please note that once
side. Dana Lake has several route of the Hudson Bay Traders lake water can be accessed from committed beyond 3 km, there is
islands which have fairly large in the 18th and 19th century here. It is truly one of the most no put out until some 30 km later.
red and white pines dominating followed by loggers and spectacular areas in the northeast Route: Downriver from a launch
the skyline. The lake itself is made prospectors of the 20th century. in spring, summer and fall. site north of the Government
up of several bays so canoeing is Route: From Malette Bridge Route: Around Peterlong Lake Complex in Porcupine
somewhat protected even in (near Grant’s Plant) to Timmins Trip Length: 20 km Trip Length: 47 km
a mild wind. Waterfront Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
Route: From Dana or Jowsey Trip Length: 13 km Seasons: Spring to fall Seasons: Spring to fall
Lake launch sites around each Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
lake
Seasons: Spring to fall Porcupine Lake
Trip Length: 8 km each
Porcupine Lake is easily
Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
Papakomeka Lake accessible from several places.
Seasons: Spring to fall The best way would be using
This lake is located about 18 km
south of Timmins off Pine Street the Waterfront Park at the end of
Grassy River to South. It is just outside the city Bruce Avenue in South Porcupine.
Dalton Road limits and has a great launching Another launch point would be
point for a canoe at the north end from Bannerman Park just east
High Falls is a series of rapids
of the lake. The forest on either of the bridge in Porcupine.
and water falls with a total drop
of about 40 metres. It can be side is mixed with black ash along Route: Around Porcupine Lake
approached by walking, biking or the shore. The area was an active Trip Length: 8 km
cross-country skiing in the winter, log drive route up until the 1950s
Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
approximately 26 km from the and in a few places the remains
of boom logs can be seen. Seasons: Spring to fall photo: WildExodus
Timmins Chamber of Commerce
Information Centre. Route: Around Papakomeka Lake
Route: From launch site near Trip Length: 6 km
High Falls to Dalton Road bridge Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
Trip Length: 12 km Seasons: Spring to fall
Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
with a few fast places
Seasons: Spring to fall (best in
early summer when water is high)
photo: Jarout
13Canoe and kayak routes 14
Redstone River Timmins Waterfront Triple Lakes and Wealthy Lakes
The Redstone can be explored in to Sandy Falls Chutes (Meadow Lake)
an easterly or westerly direction On this trip you will see the Triple Lakes is located about The lakes are easily accessed
from the Springs Road Bridge. Domtar-McChesney Sawmill, one 30 km south of Timmins. On the by car and the launching area is
The easterly or downstream of several that has played a big east shore of the first lake there right beside the road. Allow about
section will take the canoeist part in the economy of Timmins. was a little known mine called the two hours to explore the three
down to Nighthawk Lake, Once past the conservation Triple Lakes Mine that followed lakes and, if you are open to
a distance of about 18 km. The area, farms and homes, you will a quartz vein up from the water’s a challenge, it is possible to fight
westerly or upstream side can be enter an undeveloped area of edge. At the bottom end of the your way through bulrushes to
followed to a set of rapids and the river with quiet waters and lakes is a portage route past an reach a fourth lake which empties
falls about 20 km from the bridge. trees extending down to the impressive chute of fast moving into the second lake from the
Route: From Redstone River water’s edge. About 13 kms down water that empties into a pool parking area.
Bridge on Stringer’s Road to the the river you will see a hydro at the bottom. Route: From Papakomeka Road
falls on the Redstone barricade. The trip up to the power Route: From Mountjoy River around Wealthy Lakes
Trip Length: 20 km station is about 14 km. Allow six at Marceau Lake to the Chutes Trip Length: 6 km
to seven hours for the return trip. at north end of Triple Lakes
Level of Difficulty: Could be Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
difficult due to beaver dams Route: From Timmins Waterfront Trip Length: 20 km
to Sandy Falls Seasons: Spring to fall
Seasons: Spring to fall (best in Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
early summer when water is high) Trip Length: 14 km Seasons: Spring to fall
Level of Difficulty: Easy paddling
Tatachikapika River Seasons: Spring to fall
This trip is not for novice
canoeists. There are many rapids
and the low water in July and
August makes the river very
difficult if not impossible to canoe.
For experienced canoeists the
time to do the river is from mid
May at spring breakup to mid
June. Those who have paddled
here claim it is a challenging
and exciting trip. There are
photo: Mark Clement photo: Rob Armstrong
some portages over a kilometre
in length and others of a few
hundred metres.
Route: From Highway 144 to
Malette Bridge
Trip Length: 30 km
Level of Difficulty:
Recommended only for expert
canoeists
Seasons: Spring to early summer
(many rapids with potential spills,
best in early summer only)
photo: Drew Gauley
15Golfing
The City of Timmins boasts
three golf courses; two
18-hole championship
courses and a challenging
9-hole. You will discover
some dramatic natural
settings while navigating
our carefully designed
courses. Carved into
the Boreal Forest, our
3 golf courses are
located minutes from
the downtown core and
provide you with a golfing
experience you thought
was only available in
bigger centres. Tee
off times are almost
guaranteed. And you will
be happy to know that our
season doesn’t end on
Thanksgiving weekend.
We also have an indoor
golf facility where you
can hone your skills
throughout the year.
16Hollinger Sandy Falls Spruce Needles
Golf Club Golf Course Golf Club
This is Northern Ontario’s only This challenging 9-hole golf This 18-hole course features
18-hole Championship bent course is located in a wilderness a championship length challenge
grass golf course. It includes setting on the western edge of in the traditional style. Although
a full practice facility with Timmins. The clubhouse offers there are many trees, golfers
driving range, putting green, a pro shop for all your golfing are aided by large landing areas
and chipping/bunker area. needs, a restaurant with a full and accommodating greens.
Boasting a professionally menu and bar and a place to The condition of the fairways
designed par 72 course with sit and relax before and after and greens is magnificent. This
yardage at 6,548 yards, the your round with a spacious course is enjoyed by golfers of all
course is extremely attractive deck overlooking the course. skill levels. A full practice facility
to both tourists and permanent 705.267.7014 and fine dining make the Spruce
residents. The sheer beauty and facebook.com/SandyFalls Needles Club one of northern
challenge of this spectacular GolfCourse Ontario’s best golf experiences.
course will be sure to impress. 705.267.1332
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photo: Jarout
17TIMMINS the great outdoors and more!
The Great Canadian to all ages… from novice
Kayak Challenge & Festival to expert, youth to seniors…
has come a long way in expect to see competitors
a relatively short period of as old as four years to
time. It was launched in 77 years young, with a
11th Annual 2009 to coincide with the
City of Timmins’ Centennial
50:50 gender ratio.
Great Canadian
Now a three-day festival,
Celebrations where four
it appeals to every demographic
milestones were being
and attracts paddlers and
Kayak Challenge
recognized and celebrated
visitors from many tourism
by the residents. Having a
markets. In fact over the last
kayak challenge was a natural.
& Festival
ten years we’ve had paddlers
After all, the Mattagami River
from Michigan, South Carolina,
wound its way through the
Wisconsin, Minnesota, UK,
city and the sport of kayaking
Chile, GTA, Quebec, Eastern
was taking off like wild fire,
Ontario, Southwestern Ontario,
throughout North America,
August 23-25, 2019 Europe, Latin America…
and showed promising growth.
Northern Ontario and the list
goes on. Some participate for
the fun and others come for
It was also an opportunity
the money, bragging rights or
to draw attention to the
the hardware that we dole out
positive contributions that the
during the awards ceremony.
Mattagami River had provided
In fact, we’ve hosted one of
for the residents of Timmins
the best ranked paddlers from
over the last 100 years or so:
the USA and another from
fur trade route, city’s drinking
Kingston who had just recently
water, logging operations,
completed the grueling Yukon
hydro electric production and
Quest.
of course recreation. The one
day festival was on and to Over the years we’ve
everyone’s surprise, attracted introduced many peripheral
104 paddlers the first year. activities and because of this,
From a humble beginning, the the attendance, foot print,
challenge which was suppose program and popularity of the
to end with the last of the festival has continued to grow.
centennial celebrations is now This is no longer a paddling
headed for year eleven and event. It’s a full out festival
has taken on a life of its own that has been recognized by
to become the City’s marquee Festivals & Events Ontario
and signature festival. Many and awarded five Top 100
of the paddlers and visitors recognitions. This year is no
attending the festival have different. We will be adding
said that by all accounts it some new programming to an
is Ontario’s “best in class” already busy schedule. In fact,
paddling event. With nine this year we’ve entered into
paddling categories appealing an agreement with Summerphoto: Jennifer Massie photo: Lacey Rigg photo: Lacey Rigg photo: Jennifer Massie
Water Sports of Port Carling Sweden. This activity is Food and beverage come, first serve), concerts
who will be bringing three a great opportunity for the stations are plenty and provide are free and we’ve added
40 minute water ski & flyboard private and public sectors our many visitors with a free shuttle service courtesy
stunt shows to the Mattagami looking at team building “culinary tourism experience.” of First Student Canada
River. The performances are opportunities. The Alzheimer Furthermore, the Vendor’s Charters... yes you read this
scheduled to take place on Society is leading the Rubber Marketplace will showcase right, the weekend is FREE.
Sunday, August 25 at 12 pm, Duck Race. We are excited to pottery, paintings, photography, This year we ask that visitors
2 to 4 pm. Several acts will partner with Fish On to bring and utility vehicles, ATV’s and consider a voluntary admission
be performed and include air an exciting, comprehensive water crafts. by way of a non perishable
chair, ballet, clown acts, front and interactive fishing pavilion food item or cash donation
barefoot, multiple barefoot, to the festival. We are fairly One of the best musical supporting the Timmins
pyramid, slalom, 360 degrees early in the development of fireworks extravaganzas will Food Bank while helping to
swivel, wakeboard, jump act the Fish On program, however play out Saturday night where nourish young minds as they
and the much anticipated we are looking at an activation thousands of spectators are prepare for another school
fly-board demonstrations area that could include fishing left in awe. Some have said year. How can we provide all
where participants will thrill ponds, casting competitions, that bigger cities have nothing of this programming for free
the audience with flips, spins fishing tournament with on us when it comes to you ask? Well thanks to a loyal,
and dives. In addition, clown children, angling pro seminars, a fireworks musical show! growing, generous corporate
warm-up routine is staged to angling tourism opportunities, community and our valued
This year, the Great
get the audience excited. This angling product promotion, government partners, we have
Canadian Kayak Challenge
routine has become a crowd guest angling personality, been able to provide residents
& Festival takes place on
favourite over the years. casting seminar pool, pro and visitors with an “end of
August 23-25 from the
boat displays and trade show summer” party like none other,
The cultural component Mountjoy Historical Conservation
booths. In addition, The Rock, nowhere!
of the festival also includes an Park (Participark) next to the
Harley Davidson Sudbury have Mattagami River Bridge. The
extensive Indigenous Village For more information contact
confirmed their participation venue is a non-gated therefore
complete with teepees, sacred Guy Lamarche,
with a 30’ x 90’ bike exhibit. park admission is free, parking
fire, spiritually & healing, as Manager Tourism Events
They will also consider a is free, camping is free (first
well as crafters, drum and 705.360.2640, or visit:
fashion show featuring HD
dance fresh bannock and
apparel.
succulent Indian Tacos. thegreatcanadiankayakchallenge.com
An extensive children play or check out Facebook/GreatCanadianKayakChallenge&Festival.
Stick handling through
zone has also been created.
the myriad of moving parts
The Kiwanis Club will be on
associated with the Great
hand distributing free candy
Canadian Kayak Challenge
floss throughout the weekend
& Festival can be a daunting
while face painters will be
task. For this reason the
kept busy delighting the
festival Steering Committee
thousands of children present
has developed some interesting
in the kid zone. On Saturday
partnerships with not for profit
enjoy the classic car show.
partners. For example the the
HGS Challenge will lead the Throughout the three
fun with a 3-person sprint days, expect to see live
competition that sees teams of concerts from the main stage.
three, paddle 3-seater kayaks Please visit our website for
that were purchased from updated information.Provincial Parks & Campgrounds
From provincial parks
and private campgrounds
to secluded spots that
dot our lakes and rivers,
the Timmins area has an
abundance of recreational
areas to pitch a tent, take
a swim or have a picnic
while enjoying our pristine
wilderness.
20Dana-Jowsey Lakes Private Campgrounds Address Telephone Website
Provincial Park
Big Water Lake Campground 6940 Highway 655 705.360.3100 bigwatercampground.ca
Located 30 km west of Timmins,
this park provides minimal visitor McArthur Lake Lodge 705.266.5151
facilities. The park offers good
fishing, swimming, boating and The Cache Camping Ground Highway 144 705.266.1544 cachecampground.com
hiking opportunities plus a picnic Villars Bay Resort 460 Retreat Road 705.262.9828 villarsbay.com
area and boat launching site. Dana
and Jowsey Lakes are ideal for Wawaitin Holiday Park 7000 Dalton Road 705.266.0960 WildExodus.com
canoeing and the shoreline of Dana
Lake is distinguished by several
mature stands of red and white
pine. A trip to the park makes for
a pleasant one day outing.
705.272.7107
ontarioparks.com
Glamping
What do you get when you
combine glamour and camping?
Glamping is the perfect wilderness
experience for those people who
love the outdoors but are not keen
on “roughing it”. WildExodus offers
all-inclusive, multi-day packages
with professional guides, first-
class sleeping quarters, fantastic
meals served with wine, trekking
and ecotourism activities plus
all of the equipment required
for canoeing and fishing. Every
Glamping expedition is an intimate
one with only a single party of four
to 12 people booked at a time.
705.266.0960
WildExodus.com
photo: WildExodus photo: WildExodus
21Ivanhoe Lake
This park is a perfect family camping destination. An hour
west of Timmins in the heart of the White Moose Forest,
the campground hugs the shore of Ivanhoe Lake. With its
long sandy beach, shallow and warm, the park is perfect
for families with children. Stand-Up-Paddleboards, kayaks
and canoes are all available to rent and the park’s lakes
and the Ivanhoe River provide the setting for some great
paddling. The campground has 108 sites, many along the
lakeshore with sunset views. Hot showers, flush toilets and
laundry facilities are available. Half the sites have electrical
service. Ivanhoe Lake is large, which makes for plenty of
opportunities for boating, water skiing and especially fishing.
Islands and bays make it an interesting boating lake.
The Ivanhoe River provides another 20 km of navigable
boating waters. Walleye and Northern Pike fishing is very
good. A large shoal in the centre of the lake along with the
islands and bays lure anglers out on to the water for a great
day of fishing.
705.899.2644 | Follow Ontario Parks NE
Kettle Lakes Provincial Park
Kettle Lake is named for the 22 clear spring-fed lakes that
dot the park’s rolling hills. The lakes are part of an ancient
glacial landscape covered by a predominantly Jack Pine
forest. Half an hour from Timmins, the park is well suited
for family camping, with a number of beaches, four hiking
trails between 1.5 and 3 km in length, 14 km of biking trails,
a playground, interpretive programs and a Nature Centre.
The campgrounds are full-service, with showers, laundry
and electrical sites. The Park is pet-friendly and has a dog
beach area. The parks many lakes create opportunities for
exploring by canoe, kayak and Stand-Up-Paddleboard –
all are available for rent at the park. The spring-fed, stocked
lakes are good for trout fishing and a few lakes also have
perch and pike. Park interpreters tell the park’s stories
through guided hikes, evening and children’s programs,
and at the Nature Centre throughout the summer.
705.363.3511 | Follow Kettle Lakes
ontarioparks.comIndigenous Experiences National Indigenous Peoples Day To honour and give thanks, Indigenous people across Canada celebrate National Indigenous People Day on June 21 of each year. Also known as Summer Solstice, the date marks the celebration of a new season and Canadians celebrate the cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. This celebration is intended to establish a wide recognition of the history of Indigenous peoples and their vital place within Canada and in the community of Timmins. The Timmins Indigenous Organizations Committee plans the celebration each year and contributions are made by local business, organizations and industry. This free public event starts at sunrise, at the Hollinger Park and lasts all day. Many aspects of Indigenous culture can be experienced such as traditional drumming, dancing, food, arts and crafts are also available for purchase. All are welcome! tfnc.ca The Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre – Resource Centre The Resource Centre, a program of the Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre, is a Native-oriented library with a unique collection of materials focusing on the Indigenous people of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation and North America. We encourage everyone to come and visit the Resource Centre. Materials are available for loan to the Nishnawbe Aski Nation communities and others. B-150 Brousseau Avenue, Timmins | 705.267.7911 | occc.ca “The Healing Together” Teepee This is a place where Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations can offer programs and services that meet the needs of the Indigenous population. It is a four season facility for the Indigenous community to create new cultural responsive programs and services for victims of family and domestic violence. The teepee structure can be used for various workshops and events. Please contact the Ojibway and Cree Cultural Centre for more information. 705.267.7911 | occc.ca Timmins Native Friendship Centre The founders of the Timmins Native Friendship Centre were inspired to make a difference by helping the many First Nations People migrating to the City of Timmins. They embraced the responsibility and were inspired to strengthen the people’s well-being with the establishment of the friendship centre. From those early days, the Timmins Native Friendship Centre has become known as the largest service provider for urban Indigenous people. In recognition of the ever changing society in which we live, we remain dedicated to improving the quality of the lives of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in our community. Their philosophy is one that encompasses all people in the community who request our assistance. Today the Centre continues to embrace their responsibility in creating positive changes and building a bridge of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. 179 Kirby Avenue, Timmins | 705.268.6262 | tnfc.ca Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre (CHC) Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre is a primary health care service organization for Indigenous people in northern Ontario. The health care organization is centrally located in Timmins to provide service access for all clientele within a 140 kilometer radius of the city. Although the Health Centre has a high number of Indigenous clients, services are made available for everyone. The Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre is established to provide quality programs and services that honour, respect and support Indigenous culture, values. Misiway Milopemahtesewin Community Health Centre (CHC) is one of two Indigenous Community Health Centres in Ontario. 130 Wilson Avenue, Timmins | 705.264.2200 | misiway.ca Mushkegowuk Council 36 Birch Street South, Timmins | 705.268.1150 | mushkegowuk.ca Wabun Tribal Council 313 Railway Street, Timmins | 705.268.9066 | wabun.on.ca Métis Nation of Ontario Timmins photos: Gilles Portelance 347 Spruce Street South, Timmins | 705.264.3939
Outfitters
Up here, the game is
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25Warm up to winter
SNOW, it’s our favorite four This year, don’t look to the Majestic Canadian Moose),
This letter word. Every year we get
piles of it. How many inches
Farmer’s Almanac to find
your ideal snow destination,
all from the comfort of your
sled. No matter what time of
year,
you ask? Actually we measure just head north to Timmins year you find yourself in the
our snow in feet and most because here we know “City with a Heart of Gold” you’ll
winter’s it’s so high we prefer snow and the conditions be fascinated by its beauty,
eliminate to share it rather than shovel
it. We also like to make things
with it, like trails and tracks
are usually perfect for all of
your winter pursuits. Here,
exciting outdoor recreation
history and our legendary
“Northern Hospitality.”
cabin
For a true taste of wilderness
and moguls. We’ve discovered opportunities are endless and hospitality, there are well
that it’s even good for holding include snowmobiling, cross- appointed rustic resorts and
fever
up your ice-fishing rod just country and downhill skiing, lodges, full service hotels and
right. You might even spot snowshoeing, snowboarding, motels and comfortable B&B’s
the odd igloo, although we ice fishing and the epic at your service. Making your
blues. recommend one of our more
comfortable hotel rooms, or
cozy resorts.
Skate Hollinger outdoor rink. .
You can even treat yourself
to a true Canadian experience,
stay even more pleasant is a
wide variety of dining options,
from casual, to fine dining.
a horse drawn sleigh ride
through the boreal forest. Winter in Timmins is special.
Some of Ontario’s best The stunning beauty of the
cross-country skiing and Boreal Forest, combined with
snowshoeing takes place Mother Nature’s artistic work,
from Porcupine Ski Runners, provides for postcard perfect
with great downhill skiing and scenery. As you experience
snowboarding available at our many winter delights, you
the Kamiskotia Snow Resort. will immerse yourself in the
Both are located within city never ending canvass of stark
limits. Timmins is also the beauty and solitude, altered
ultimate destination for a only by a variation of wind
snowmobile vacation. Here and fresh powder leaving you
riders enjoy spectacular breathless every step of your
scenery, while logging journey knowing full well that
hundreds of kilometres on this magnificent and natural
our network of uncongested, “canvass” is not available for
perfectly groomed trails. With viewing anywhere else.
an average annual snowfall Here you will feel the warmth
of close to 10 feet, this of our Northern Ontario winter.
snowmobile destination is said At the end of a beautiful, crisp,
to be “best in class”. Access winter day we’ll warm your
our many shops, hotels, heart and soul as you warm
restaurants, gas stations and your toes.
local attractions such as the
Cedar Meadows Wilderness For more information, contact
Park, (where you will be up us at 1.800.387.8466 or visit
close and personal with the tourismtimmins.com
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