In 2012, the Conservation Authority, together with the Friends of La Vase, created a new walking trail at the northern reaches of the historic La Vase Portage. It allows enthusiasts to experience the tranquil waters of a portion of this passageway used by Voyageurs...
Despite being surrounded by urban activity, Laurier Woods is a natural 240-acre haven in the heart of the city. Its preservation has been overseen by dedicated citizens of the Friends of Laurier Woods and the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority. Over time, a...
After Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake, Otter Lake is the largest lake in North Bay. The Otter Lake area is a pristine, undeveloped, very large natural area with exciting geographical and natural history. It is just 15 minutes from downtown North Bay, making this area...
Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Nipissing, our North Bay location provides rentals for both on and off the lake. We offer unique family bikes, paddle boards, kayaks and canoes!
Shockwaves Paddle Adventures offers fully outfitted and guided kayak day trips in the North Bay area. From one of several scenic waterways, you will get to experience a new and fun activity. Choose from a river canyon ending in a beautiful waterfall, or a scenic...
Race with the pros or join the recreational paddlers as they paddle and portage their canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards 64 km from Trout Lake, North Bay to the Mattawa Island Conservation Area. The scenery is spectacular, the portages are challenging, the pride...