seven ways to FALL in love with North Bay

As we welcome the cooler weather and warmer sweaters, we also bare witness to the sun dancing on the water and the sun shining through the trees onto leaves that are turning a vibrant shade of red, orange and gold and it gives you the feeling of being transported into another world. We’re naturally curious about the science behind why leaves change, but what we love most is getting outdoors to immerse ourselves in the brilliant colours, smells and tastes of the harvest season. So, let’s get into seven ways to FALL in love with North Bay below and but feel free to check out other fall fun ideas around North bay too.

Taste The Bay

Experience the best seasonal flavours through our Taste the Bay’s three course prix fixe culinary experience at participating restaurants during September and October. Each menu includes an appetizer, main course, and dessert, carefully crafted to provide an exceptional dining experience at outstanding value. You can try lakeside dining at Average Joe’s or Marigolds Unique Flavours, a local brewhouse delight at Cecil’s Brewhouse and Kitchen, an Italian specialty at Farina’s Ristorante, a downtown option in a historic building at The Block Public House, or head out to Bonfield for a homestyle comfort at Dinner Bell. During the month of October only Churchill’s Prime Rib House will be serving you up a gourmet number with 1886 Lakehouse in Callander serving French inspired numbers.

Paddle

Paddling is one of our favourite outdoor activities in North Bay and there is no better way to witness the beauty of the leaves changing than a gentle paddle on Trout Lake. With Sisu Adventure Rentals kitting you out with the right gear, and giving you tips on some more exclusive paddling locations you will remember this adventure in years to come. Or for a guided journey with an interpretive twist than try Nature Bound.

 

Hike

Take a leisurely stroll on the Kate Pace Way starting alongside the picturesque shores of Lake Nipissing before your wind yourself back into encompassing sections of trees, streams, and nature. Alternatively, visit Laurier Woods, Laurentian Escarpment, or hike beautiful Duchesnay Fall and watch the water cascading down the rugged cliffs among the autumn leaves.

Cycle

The Laurentian Escarpment runs through North Bay and is home to multiple mountain biking trails covering a wide range of terrain and features including Three Towers Trail Network, Laurentian Escarpment Conservation Area, Education Centre Trails, Tupper Trials, The Ridge and The Monastery Trails. There is a riding style for everyone; no matter the experience or skill. Cross country, sandy berms, fast, flowy, granite ridges, rock drops, steep climbs; North Bay has them all and you’ll be surrounded by the vibrant colours of Fall.

Or if gravel and road is more to your liking then try the Red Toque Tour.

Power Sports

The Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System (VMUTS) occupies a superbly scenic area between the ancient Algonquin Highlands and Laurentian Mountains, bordered by the Mattawa and Ottawa Rivers and is a perfect way for viewing the beauty of Fall. The trails comprise mainly of old, forest-covered logging roads with river/stream crossings (many via bridges and culverts) and suits the needs of novice, intermediate and advanced riders whether it be by ATV, side x side, dirt bike, mountain bike or 4×4. The trails are arrayed from the Trail Head in clearly marked loops of various lengths and levels of difficulty. It would take more than two weeks to experience VMUTS in its entirety, however day passes for visitors are available.

Farm Tours

One of the highlights of the fall season in North Bay are the farm tours and harvest festivals hosted by nearby farmers. The North Bay area is rich with small-scale family farms and medium-scale farmers who ply their wares at the local North Bay Farmer’s Market all year-round.  Leisure Farms is located 30 minutes west of North Bay and for the whole month of October they host their annual Pumpkin Patch event where you can  brave the haunted barn, get lost in the corn maze, load up the pumpkin canon, and take the obligatory picture beside the mountain of pumpkins. Alternatively, you can try Old McDonald’s ‘Fall Family Fun Experience’ offering a perfect mix of safe kid-friendly activities with a corn maze, natural play area, straw pit, farm hoppers horse arena, tractor swings, barnyard friends, a colouring tent and more!

 

From Above

Take in the magic of Fall with a birds eye view over the beautiful Laurentian Escarpment, Lake Nipissing, Trout Lake and Duchesnay Falls with Helicopters Canada. Create your own itinerary with flights ranging anywhere from 12 minutes to 2.5hours and accommodating groups or single passengers. See this vibrant city from a picturesque view and witness the beautiful expanse of the surrounding area.

 

Make sure to check out our stay and play options for your next autumn adventure and let us know your favourite way to FALL in love with North Bay.