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West of Marathon, Neys Provincial Park has been the subject for many Canadian artists, including the Group of Seven. Historically, the park was the site of a World War Two prisoner of war camp. A model of the camp may be viewed. There are four campgrounds within Neys' boundaries, for a total of 144 campsites.
Address: . Neys ON
 1 807 229-1624
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This Lake Superior location is home to roaming woodland caribou, as well as foxes, beavers and shorebirds. There are no visitor’s facilities.
Address: West of Marathon ON
1 807 887-5010
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Boulevard Lake Park
Located in the north of Thunder Bay, this park contains Bluffs Scenic Lookout with an excellent panorama of the city and the Sleeping Giant. The park is surrounded by forest and parkland. There is a supervised beach area, boat rentals and miniature golf. There are 5km of paved trails for bicycles, walking, jogging and in-line skating.
Address: North Algoma Street Thunder Bay ON
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Following on the shores of Lake Superior, Chippewa Park spralls for 270 acres. This scenic park includes enough for a whole day's outing with such attractions as the 10-acre wildlife haven, amusement park, playground, picnic area, camping and log pavillion with snack bar. Wildlife exhibit open from June to Labour Day.
Address: 111 S. Syndicate Avenue Thunder Bay ON P7E 6S4
1 807 625-2351
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Pukaskwa National Park
Aboriginal people have habitated this area for thousands of years. The terrain of this national park is hilly, with several rock-rimmed lakes. Current research projects include the Pukaskwa Predator/Prey Process Project and other ecosystem studies.
1 807 229-0801
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Often referred to as the Niagara of the north, Kakabeka Falls are worth a visit in their own right. Water gushes over a 40-metre (131-foot) steep wall of a canyon creating a thundering display. Visitors can enjoy the view from various vantages along the boardwalk and observation pods. Swimming, camping, picknicking and hiking are all nearby. A hiking trails exists whereby visitors can retrace the steps made by voyageurs on the fur trade route.
Address: PO Box 252 Kakabeka Falls ON P0T 1W0
1 807 473-9231
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This park's main attraction is an impressive 100-metre (328 ft) high, walled canyon that is 150 metres (492 ft) wide. The canyon can be reached from a short walking trail reached from the parking lot. Various viewing pods offer stopping points to enjoy the spectacular views.
Address: . Quimet ON
1 807 977-2526
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Obatanga is home to 32 lakes, rivers and streams, as well as an abundance of wildlife. Black spruce, birch, and poplar trees commonly grow in the area, with an abundance of birds soaring around the branches, making for some interesting birdwatching. The end of summer is marked by wild blueberry season. During the off-season, phone 807 822-2447.
Address: South of White River ON
1 807 822-2592
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East of Marathon, near White River, lies White Lake Provincial Park. This park features the waters from Lake Superior but because it is sheltered, offers warm swimming waters. Camping, fishing and hiking options are many.
Address: . White River ON
1 807 822-2447
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Marina Park
Enjoy various viewpoints throughout this park situated for great views of the Thunder Bay harbour with the Sleeping Giant as its backdrop. A boardwalk, picnic facilities and recreation make for an enjoyable visit. During the summer, visitors can also enjoy a restaurant, gift store, Children's museum, Model Rail Club, Lakehead Visual Art Gallery and the Canadian Northern Railway Station.
Address: 111 S. Syndicate Avenue Thunder Bay ON P7E 6S4
1 807 625-2351
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The Sleeping Giant is part of a peninsula leading from the north of Thunder Bay out on to Lake Superior. It resembles a giant sleeping figure. There are many trails and back roads, for biking and hiking.
Address: Sleeping Giant Provincial Park Pass Lake ON P0T 2M0
1 807 977-2526
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Although no visitors' facilities exist at this nature reserve, a visit is still worthwhile due to the interesting terrain (i.e. high bluffs and kettles). Craig's Pit is located a few km southeast of Marathon.
Address: . Marathon ON
1 807 887-5010
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Hillcrest Park
A fine park with great views of the city and harbour. Enjoy the sunken garden featuring more than 70 varieties of flowers.
Address: 111 Syndicate Ave South Thunder Bay ON P7E 6S4
1 807 625-2351
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Soroptimist International Friendship Gardens
The Soroptimist International Friendship Gardens were created as a Centennial gift to Canada. Comprised of 18 gardens, each reminiscent of the group they were created by (Canadian, Chinese, Croatian, Dutch, Filipino, Finnish, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indian, Italian, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, Scottish, Slovakian, Slovenian and Ukranian) the Friendship Gardens are surrounded by two man-made lakes.
Address: . Thunder Bay ON
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Located south of White River, this provincial park is filled with many small lakes and boulders caused by the last ice age. The interior of the park is only accessible by canoe. Many outdoor activities can be participated in at the park and there is a full-service campground.
1 807 822-2592
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Centennial Botanical Conservatory
This facility has 3 display houses. The main central room is for tropical plants, the west wing is for arid plants and the east wing for seasonal flower shows.
Address: 1601 Dease Street Thunder Bay ON
1 807 622-7036
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Centennial Park
This park is on 141 acres. It has more than 30km of biking, hiking and skiing trails. Trout fishing and swimming are available in the river. There is also a museum, a replica of an early 1900s logging camp, and a narrow-guage railway ride. In the winter there are sleigh rides and a toboggan slide.
Address: Centennial Park Road Thunder Bay ON
1 807 625-2351
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The sandy beach of Kenogamisis Lake is popular with day visitors and campers. Fish for walley and pike in Kenogamisis Lake and Kenogamisis River. The park is the site of the annual Geraldton Music Jamboree.
Address: Box 400 Geraldton ON Canada P0T 1M0
1 807 854-0370
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View the waters rush over the rock ledges as they move towards Lake Superior. Four hiking trails wind through the park, three rated strenuous, especially the Voyager Hiking Trail that takes roughly five days to complete but is worth the trip. Naturalists hold nature programs on summer weekends.
Address: PO Box 280 Terrance Bay ON Canada P0T 2W0
1 807 824-2298
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Revel in nature at its most serene at Wabakimi, the second largest park in the Ontario Parks system. It is also one of the world's largest Boreal Forest reserves as well as one of the biggest wilderness canoeing areas. With all these feathers in its hat, Wabakimi Provincial Park is a must for eco-travellers and nature appreciators.
Address: North of Armstrong ON
 Send an Email 1 807 475-1634
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Within 10 km (6 mi) of Marathon is the Red Sucker Point nature reserve. The park is historically significant because of its ancient lichen communities as well as the excavated rock structures left by prehistoric peoples.
Address: Northwest of Marathon ON
1 807 887-5010
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