Temagami

The Heart of the Forest — a wilderness you cannot finish in one trip.

Key

Tourism Temagami · a canoe-country survey

Canoe routes
2,400 km
Forest
Ancient old-growth pine
Homeland
Traditional Homeland of the Teme Augama Anishinabek
Surveyed
N 47°03′ W 79°47′ · 2026
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Where wilderness meets wonder

P · 01Sheet 2 · The regionLogged year-round · 2026

Nestled in Northeastern Ontario, Temagami is a pristine wilderness region renowned for its crystal-clear deep-water lakes, towering old-growth pine forests, and over 2,400 kilometres of legendary canoe routes. Whether you're paddling the ancient waterways of Temagami, hiking to the top of the iconic Fire Tower for panoramic views, or casting a line at dawn — this is where adventure lives.

From the thrill of backcountry exploration in summer to the serenity of snow-covered forests in winter, Temagami offers year-round experiences for every kind of traveller. This is a refuge for adventurers and dreamers.

Routes logged
2,400 km
Season
Year-round — open water to freeze-up
Lookout
Temagami Fire Tower

Your adventure awaits

P · 02Sheet 3 · Things to doOpen-water season · logged May–Oct

Canoeing through Temagami waterways
Fig. 02 The waterways

Canoeing & Kayaking

Paddle 2,400 km of legendary routes through pristine wilderness waterways.

Route network2,400 km

Hikers on rocky Temagami shoreline trails

Hiking & Trails

Trek through old-growth forests and climb the iconic Temagami Fire Tower.

Fig. 03The high ground
Angler on crystal-clear Temagami water

Fishing & Hunting

Cast for walleye, bass, and pike in some of Ontario's richest waters.

Fig. 04The catch
Campfire on a Temagami shoreline at dusk

Backcountry Camping

Set up camp on pristine shorelines and fall asleep to the sound of loons.

Fig. 05The night
Bushplane docked on a remote Temagami lake

Bushplane Adventures

Fly into remote lakes and experience Temagami from a whole new perspective.

Fig. 06The fly-in
Misty forest reflected in a still Temagami lake at dawn

Nature & Wildlife

Birdwatch, photograph, and explore one of Ontario's most biodiverse regions.

Fig. 07The lookers-on

Freeze-up

P · 03Sheet 4 · Hard-water seasonLogged Dec–Mar

Snowmobiling groomed Temagami forest trails

Snowmobiling

Explore frozen lakes and forest trails on hundreds of kilometres of groomed snowmobile routes.

Fig. 08The trail network
Ice fishing on a frozen Temagami lake

Ice Fishing

Drop a line through the ice for lake trout, walleye, and whitefish on frozen Temagami lakes.

Fig. 09Through the ice

Places to go

P · 04Sheet 5 · The landingsOperators & landings · kept current 2026

Accommodations

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Outfitters & Guide Services

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Shopping

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Marinas & Houseboats

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Arts

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Temagami Visitor Centre

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Ready to discover the Heart of the Forest?

Start planning your Temagami adventure today. Whether you're here for a weekend or a lifetime, there is more of this place than one trip can hold.