Founded in 1994 we are located on Lake Superior (the world's largest freshwater inland sea) at the mouth of the mighty Michipicoten River, near Wawa, Ontario. Our focus is on silent sports: specifically sea kayaking, canoeing, Voyageur Canoe, and hiking. Our base includes Rock Island Lodge B&B, great certified sea kayak skills, instructor and guide training programs, sea kayak and canoe rentals, shuttles and more. Our goal is to be your Canadian Lake Superior Experts!
Overview
Trip Highlights
- Fully guided
- Includes all meals, group gear, park fees and vehicle shuttles
- Optional shuttle from local airports
- Discount on boat/gear rentals
Founded in 1994 we are located on Lake Superior (the world's largest freshwater inland sea) at the mouth of the mighty Michipicoten River, near Wawa, Ontario. Our focus is on silent sports: specifically sea kayaking, canoeing, Voyageur Canoe, and hiking. Our base includes Rock Island Lodge B&B, great certified sea kayak skills, instructor and guide training programs, sea kayak and canoe rentals, shuttles and more. Our goal is to be your Canadian Lake Superior Experts!
Quick Facts
Paddlesport
- Kayaking
Activity
- Sea Kayaking & Touring
Experience/Service
- Paddling Trip
Waterway
- Big Lakes
Destination
- North America
Length
- 9 Days
Accomodation
- Wilderness Camping
Guided
- Yes
Outfitted
- Fully
Special Interest
- Intermediate
Adventure Level
Itinerary
Meeting Place
Rossport, Ontario
Rock Island; Trans Canada Highway along the scenic north shore of Lake Superior
Day 1:
Arrive. Meet in Rossport, Ontario. Training, orientation, dinner at restaurant, overnight camp. Sights: Rock Island; Trans Canada Highway along the scenic north shore of Lake Superior
Day 2:
Shuttle to Sibley, launch Black Bay crossing. Camp at Porphery Island or Island No. 10. Sights: Views of the Sleeping Giant, of Isle Royale and the Paps; historic lighthouses at Porphery Island and Island No. 10.
Day 3:
Camp at Loon Harbour. Sights: Island to island paddling; old mining claim cabin at Swede Island; ‘Bahia Espana’ channel to Loon Harbour; abandoned logging barge.
Day 4:
No paddle/rough weather day. (Built-in contingency or time for extra tours).
Day 5:
Camp at Fluor Island. Sights: Open water crossing to Sail Rock, a single sea stack exposed to Superior; agate beaches; Lamb Island Lighthouse; green water of the Nipigon Channel; flat-topped hills of Fluor Island.
Day 6:
Camp at Agate Island. Sights: Protected channels along Fluor Island; agate beaches; sauna, cabin and excellent hiking at CPR Slip.
Day 7:
Camp at French Harbour. Sights: Arctic-alpine vegetation and terra-cotta beaches of Paradise Island; red gravel beaches of St. Ignace Island; daisystone rock formations near French Harbour.
Day 8:
Camp at McKay’s Cove. Sights: Unique sea stacks and caves along south side of Simpson Island; agate beaches; geodes at McKay Cove campsite.
Day 9:
Take-out at Rossport. Sights: Battle Island Lighthouse tour; Rossport Islands.
