A busy year-round tourist city on the eastern shore of Lake Nipissing, well-known for fishermen, hunters and railway buffs and offering many activities. It's winter wonderland for downhill and cross-country skiers. A centre of beautiful churches, theatre and music. Main Street, the business thoroughfare, is a modern and progressive shopping Avenue.
"Chief Commanda II" Cruise. A three- or six-hour boat cruise following the voyageur route across Lake Nipissing go to the Upper French River. (Government Dock: July - Labor Day)
Carnaval d'Hiver. The local French community organizes an exciting week of sports and social events. (Early February)
Dionne Homestead Museum. The original Dionne farmhouse, made of logs, has been restored and furnished with memorabilia of the famous quints.
Memorial Drive. Wends its way through 2 km of shoreland parks, marina facilities, and sandy beaches accessible at over 20 points.
Canadore College Nature Trails. Miles of all-season nature trails on this 304 ha campus. Part of the network includes Duchesnay Falls with its roaring spring waterfalls and scenic overhangs.
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