Pancake Bay

This achingly beautiful long arc of sand is one of the nicest stretches of beach on Lake Superior. The scenery here is outstanding, with points of land jutting out and protecting the bay on both ends and pine trees lining the sand.

Normally Lake Superior is bone-chillingly cold and not overly comfortable for swimming, but at Pancake Bay, the shallow water and golden sand heat the water up to a reasonable level. Families with small children will find this is a great spot.

Picnic tables positioned just back from the sand are a lovely place to have lunch or a barbecue dinner.

Pancake Bay also has one of the best campgrounds in Ontario. Many of the 325 sites are waterfront, mere steps from the lake.

Location: Lake Superior, Pancake Bay Provincial Park

Activities: Hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, biking, wildlife viewing, natural heritage education