Undiscovered Great Lakes

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  • 8 Days
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  • 2 Countries

Battle Island, Ontario, United States

Nestled in the chilly waters of Lake Superior, Battle Island stands as a beacon of maritime history. Its rugged terrain is crowned by the iconic Battle Island Lighthouse, an octagonal-shaped sentinel on the island’s westerly shores since 1877. Standing 43 feet in height, it is the northernmost lighthouse on the Great Lakes. Marking the eastern entrance to Nipigon Bay, it was a crucial guide for local wood pulp carriers and commercial fishing boats, its characteristic flashing pattern helping them navigate their way through the treacherous waters of the straits.

A Day in the Life of an Explorer

Coffee with a View

Enjoy the stillness of dawn while watching the sun rise over the lake with a warm cup of coffee from your Nordic Balcony.

Kayaking

Paddle the open waters around Battle Island, exploring the shoreline in search of remnants of the SS Ontario shipwreck.

Special Operations Boat

Cruise the waters of the Rossport archipelago and admire the windswept vistas of Battle Island with its dramatic rocky outcrops, lush vegetation and calm waters.

Battle Island Hike

Embark on a scenic trek through the northern boreal forest, characterized by black spruce, white pine and paper birch, as you listen for the call of the white-throated sparrow.

Lighthouse

Visit the northernmost lighthouse on the Great Lakes. Built in 1877, it is a replica of the lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia, and was erected to guide ships into the Wilson and Simpson channels.

Dine Well

Relax and enjoy a freshly prepared meal at Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant, serving a range of fine dining options in a sophisticated setting.