Kayaking
Kayaking is a superb way to view the park from a unique vantage point. There are countless inland lakes to explore, as well as, Lake Superior. The best spots to launch or land your kayak at are Katherine’s Cove, and Sinclair Cove because they have sandy beaches, bathrooms nearby, and good parking. If you don’t own a kayak, there are companies that operate out of Sault Ste. Marie and Wawa that offer guided trips and rentals.
Canoe Routes
Call the Lake Superior Park office at 705-856-2284 for information about canoe routes within the park. They have a great canoe route guide which you can purchase by calling or from the Agawa Visitors Centre, Lake Effects Store or the Park Office at Red Rock.
Navigation
We have found that a park map is a good guide for kayaking in the park. You can also buy topographical maps of the area; Old Woman Bay No.41N/10 and 41N/11, Agawa Bay No.41N/7, Michipicoten Harbour No. 41N/15. Check at a local area Trading Post or other outfitter stores for maps, or contact the Canada Map Office at:
615 Booth Street, Ottawa,
Ontario K1A 0E9
Phone: 1-613-952-7000
E-Mail: topo.maps@nrcan.gc.ca
Paddling on Lake Superior
is a special experience. On a calm, clear day you can see over 60 feet down. Some rocks are as big as a house, and the blue green water is mesmerizing. The Lake Superior Park Coastline is about 120 kilometers or 75 miles from the North to South Boundary one way. Lake Superior is accessible for canoes and kayaks at Agawa Bay Campground, the Sand River, Katherine's Cove, Coldwater River, Gargantua Bay, and Old Woman Bay. Usually, Lake Superior is calmest in June and July. The shoreline is extremely rugged with few sand beaches and protected areas for refuge from storms. The lake is very cold at any time of the year and the weather can change quickly. Waves can grow up to 6 feet in no time at all. The lake at times is also socked-in with heavy fog. For avid canoeists there are also several day and multi-day trips within the park. If Lake Superior is too rough, you may want to take your kayak or canoe to one of countless inland lakes located within the park.