|
|
Sioux Narrows -
Nestor Falls Ecotourism & Recreational Opportunities Away You!
Adventure and Eco-Tourism
Glacial activities thousands of years ago created rock cliffs and
pristine lakes for the outdoor enthusiast. You are sure to see nature at
its finest, often times in complete solitude.
The area is remote with over 14,000 islands and 60,000 miles of
shoreline, many of them uninhabited - by humans anyway!
Along the trails and islands in the Lake of the Woods area you can find
a variety of wild flowers and berries. Glimpse bear, deer, moose and
timber wolves. Bald eagles, falcons, owls, herons, loons, pelicans and
pileated woodpeckers are just a few of the 280 species of birds that
live in the Lake of the Woods area. Mink, otter and beaver can be seen
swimming, playing and dining along the shoreline. Be sure to bring your
camera!
Climbing
The Lake of the Woods area lies in the heart of the Canadian Shield
which lends itself to thrilling climbs with magnificent scenery.
Mountain Biking
The terrain in the Lake of the Woods area is challenging and can be
enjoyed by both the recreational biker and seasoned pro.
Hiking
Enjoy unparalleled hiking through the boreal forest or along our
municipal wilderness trails. There are many opportunities to view a
multitude of wildlife and stunning scenery.
Wilderness Camping
Enjoy camping at one of our provincial park locations or off the beaten
track in the unspoiled wilderness. There are great opportunities to camp
on the mainland or on one of the numerous islands.
Water Activities
From spending a lazy day at one of the area's many beaches, boating on
the endless miles of water in the beautiful Lake of the Woods area,
diving beneath its waves or capping an eventful day with a relaxing
dinner in one of our many restaurants, we've got it all.
Canoeing
Canoeing the lakes and rivers of the Lake of the Woods region is
exciting and picturesque with a multitude of nature and wildlife viewing
opportunities.
Kayaking
Kayaking in the Lake of the Woods area is challenging. For the seasoned
pro it offers adventurous, fast-moving rapids. For everyone it offers
endless routes and gorgeous scenery.
Winters in Sioux Narrows - Nestor
Falls are exciting!
Whether you are ice diving or cozying up to a
fireplace after a long day of snowmobiling, you will never be at a lack
of things to do when the weather gets a little cooler!
Nordic Skiing
The area's x-country skiing opportunities are limitless! Ski a frozen
lake, rugged forest landscape or groomed nature trails.
Snowmobiling
Snowmobile one of the many land and lake trails in the Lake of the Woods
area!
Winter Camping
The wilderness and frozen lakes in the Lake of the Woods area offers
limitless opportunities for Winter Adventure Campers.
Photography
There are a variety of photography opportunities in the Lake of the
Woods and surrounding areas. Hire a guide for the day to help you find
the best destinations on the lake for bird and animal viewing.
Golfing
Come out and try our unique, wilderness 9 hole municipal golf course.
Contact White Moose Golf Course at 226-5319.
Public Boat Launches
Sioux Narrows Government
Dock
A user pay facility with access to Lake of the Woods (Regina Bay).
Nestor Falls Government
Dock
A user pay facility with access to Lake of the Woods (Sabaskong Bay).
Arts & Culture
Annual Sioux Narrows
Arts Festival
Every August, Sioux Narrows hosts an Arts Festival. Local artisans, as
well as artists from all over Canada and the United States, come to
Sioux Narrows to display fine art, pottery, woodworking and other arts
and crafts.
Performance Arts &
Concerts
Throughout the summer there are numerous free, outdoor musical and arts
performance concerts.
Aboriginal Influence
The Lake of the Woods Area is rich in aboriginal culture and history.
Native pictographs can be seen at numerous locations on Lake of the
Woods. Pictographs These ancient paintings, accessible only by boat, are
located at both Whitefish and Sabaskong Bays on Lake of the Woods –
faces, an upside down human, various animals, a thunderbird, and hand
prints can be seen.
Historical Sites & Natural
Attractions
Sioux Narrows - Nestor Falls contains a rich and diverse history which
includes old Gold Mining Sites, Hudson Bay Trading Posts, German POW
Camps and Early Logging Operations.
Sioux Narrows Bridge
The ‘Narrows’ where the historical Sioux Narrows Bridge was once located
(longest, single span, wooden bridge in the World) is also where an
ancient battle between the Sioux and Ojibwa Nations occurred. Excavation
has unearthed ancient artifacts, including numerous arrow heads.
The Falls at Nestor
Falls
The ‘Falls’ located in Nestor Falls is a natural landmark where
thousands of logs were once flowed through from the upper lakes down
into Lake of the Woods on their journey toward timber processing
companies.
Muskie Bay
The lookout adjacent to Highway 71' at Musky Bay offers visitors a
beautiful, photo friendly rest stop and picnic area overlooking the
beautiful Crow Lake.
Parks
There are two provincial parks located in the Sioux Narrows - Nestor
Falls area, as well as numerous municipal and private parks, campgrounds
and unspoiled wilderness.
|
