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Algoma Country
Ride the rails on an unforgettable day trip through a breathtaking wilderness of towering forests, sky-high cliffs and awe-inspiring waterfalls. Meet a moose in the world's largest wildlife sanctuary or explore the rugged, rocky shore of the largest freshwater lake on earth. Discover ancient Aboriginal paintings on massive rocks and try to out race incoming waves as you stroll along one of the continent's best beaches. Take a simulated flight through bushplane history. In wonderful winter, zoom along part of the world's largest network of groomed snowmobile trails. Algoma is a vacation destination for all seasons, so plan your experience and get ready to enjoy superb adventure and relaxation in natural splendour.
 
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Ancient rock paintings, classic rail treks, gorgeous beaches - with Algoma's multitude of wonders, there are countless attractions to see and many wonderful places to stay.
  1. Find ancient Aboriginal pictographs that have survived for centuries, painted on Agawa Rock in Lake Superior Provincial Park.
  2. Board the Agawa Canyon Train in Sault Ste. Marie for a gently rocking journey into the heart of picturesque wilderness.
  3. Spend a four-night eco-adventure in the Algoma wilderness with the train's fully-equipped Camp Car serving as your accommodation.
  4. Surround yourself with the magnificence of the Chapleau Crown Game Preserve - the world's largest.
  5. Embark on a discovery of Sault Ste. Marie's Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre and Ontario's world-renowned contribution to fighting forest fires.
  6. Embrace the scenic views from Pancake Bay Provincial Park on one of best-sheltered beaches in North America with 3.2 km (2 mi.) of fine sand along Batchawana Bay.
  7. Journey back in time on St. Joseph Island at the ruins of Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site - a key War of 1812 outpost - and find enchantment browsing quaint artisan shops.
  8. Surrender to the beauty and power of Lake Superior Provincial Park near Wawa where a network of backcountry trails provides stunning views framed by coastal horizons and wooded cliffs.
  9. Whip out your camera and capture the engineering marvel of the world's first hydro-electric canal lift lock at the Sault Ste. Marie Historic Site.
  10. Revel in the wonders of The Deer Trail touring route - a stunning 120 km (72 mi.) journey from Elliot Lake through some of the most majestic unspoiled northern landscapes.
 


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Chapleau Game Preserve is the largest in the world.


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