Canoeing, cruising, hiking, biking, atving, fishing, resting, shopping, dining…outdoor adventure…indoor luxury…warm hospitality – that spells Rainbow Country!

Nestled between the rugged shores of Georgian Bay and the Canadian Shield, Rainbow Country begins just a short 2 1/2 hours drive north of Greater Toronto and just 3 1/2 hours from the Michigan border at Sault Ste. Marie.

PARRY SOUND & POINTE AU BARIL

Within the heart of Georgian Bay Country and the 30,000 Islands. The area is adorned by the natural beauty of many inland lakes, rivers and forests. The beauty of Georgian Bay and the rugged pink granite of the Canadian Shield, with its forests, lakes and streams surround it. There’s something here for everyone – festivals, a cottage or cabin, a boat slip and marine services, a luxury resort, a campsite under a blanket of stars. This area offers a taste of the north within easy reach of the south! It’s intimate, majestic and waiting to serve you.

FRENCH RIVER

With natural surroundings, spectacular rivers, you can almost hear the songs of the voyageurs echoing in your mind.  If ever there was a place to drop a line in, this is it. One of Canada’s finest outdoor vacation areas offering today’s fisherman a variety of accommodations in a truly historical setting. All the traditional northern species inhabit the waters, including muskie and bass! While there, be sure to visit the resorts, shops, villages and towns that make the French River a must see destination

KILLARNEY

Killarney and the Provincial Park that bears the same name is a heaven for outdoor enthusiasts looking for wilderness camping, hiking, paddling, wildlife viewing, sea kayaking, and for those seeking exceptional accommodations.

Killarney’s unparalleled beauty of the natural world draws outdoor adventurers from around the world.  Easily accessible to Killarney Provincial Park, considered the “Crown Jewel” of Ontario’s park system.

The main park entrance provides calm waters and a tranquil sand beach for swimming.  Marinas, adventure, outfitters, B&B’s, Killarney is well worth the trip

SUDBURY

The City of Greater Sudbury boasts more than 30 lakes within its boundaries and is the largest city in Northeastern Ontario. Sudbury should be your choice for a northern vacation of hiking, atv’ing, golfing, festivals, shopping, night life and fine restaurants surrounded by the beauty of the Canadian Shield.  Don’t miss seeing the world class attraction of Science North and IMAX®, as well as new Dynamic Earth…another must see.

MANITOULIN ISLAND & NORTH SHORE

The world’s largest freshwater Island is where “Spirits Come to Play”. Visit the unique towns, hike the many trails, bike the back roads and enjoy authentic native culture and Pow Wows, festivals and tourist establishments. You won’t find any big chain businesses on the Island and you will find amazing restaurants tucked into the towns and into the  wilderness. Take some time to walk along the waterfronts and enjoy the beauty of the many power yachts and sailing ships provisioning for their trips into the North Channel and Georgian Bay.

There is much, much more to see and do… you’ll want to visit this summer…and come back this autumn!

For more information on vacation opportunities please contact Rainbow Country Travel Association. 
www.rainbowcountry.com 
1-800-465-6655