Manitoulin Island is located in Northern Ontario in Lake Huron and is reported to be the world’s largest freshwater island, being approximately 80 miles long and 35 miles at its widest.

The Ojibway believe that Manitoulin Island was the home of Gitchi Manitou or the Great Spirit who inhabited its misty coves and tree-covered bluffs. Seventeenth century visitors included Champlain, Joliet, Marquette and LaSalle and the island soon formed part of the voyageur trade route to the west. The great Spirit would scarcely recognize his home today. The present landscape is a collage of mixed forest, fields separated by meandering split-rail fences, small communities, and cottages dotting the shoreline.

There are 18 villages on Manitoulin which include 6 Ojibway reserves - total permanent population is approximately 11,000.

Access to the island year-round is from the north by bridge at the town of Little Current via highway (#6) just 30 miles from the Trans Canada Highway (#17) at Espanola. During the busy tourist season, the M.S. Chi-Cheemaun ferry service is available from the south (Tobermory to South Baymouth). The Chi-Cheemaun makes up to 4 trips per day. Manitoulin Island is also serviced by two airports - Gore Bay (CYZE - N45 53 07 \ W82 34 04) & Manitoulin East (CYEM - N45 50 34 \ W81 51 29). Both airports are paved and equipped for IFR and night operations.

Manitoulin Island is a unique scenic region, where Native life and legend meld with European history to provide an unforgettable vacation experience.

Manitoulin Island is a beacon for hikers and cyclists alike, drawing them to ever-new discoveries down winding scenic roads and magnificent hiking trails. Springtime delights nature lovers with its kaleidoscope of spring flowers and diverse bird and wildlife populations, while fishing competitions, auctions, live theatre and art exhibits are featured activities during the summer months.

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