Canada is an amazing country with
captivating scenery. Not only does it have rugged mountains and picturesque
valleys, it also has some of the most stunning boating locations in the world.
Instead of booking into a hotel or holiday camp, maybe push the boat out
(literally) and explore Canada at a leisurely pace.
Niagara on the Lake
Just a small distance from the famous
Niagara Falls, is Niagara on the
Lake. The local sailing club has an excellent marina where you can dock,
giving you the opportunity to explore the local town. If you don’t fancy
spending the evening on your boat, you can choose from one of the many
restaurants and hotels. You can also sample the wineries or delve into the
local history. Niagara on the Lake has something to offer everyone.Lake Erie
The name Erie is derived from the name
erielhonan, which is the native Iroquoian word for ‘long tail.’ It is easy to
find why it is popular with boaters as it over 380 kilometres in length and
just over 90 kilometres wide. It has various places of interest to visit, such
as Point Peele. If you are a lover of Bass fishing then Rondeau Provincial Park,
which is also famous for its sand spits,is well worth a visit.
Lake Erie is the warmest of the Great
Lakes, making it an ideal destination. On the other hand due to the shallow
waters, it also freezes over during winter.
Princess Louisa Inlet, British Columbia
For a true boaters paradise, a location not
to miss is Princess Louisa Inlet on the British Columbian coast. Smaller than
the other destinations mentioned, it makes up for its size with its unique
ecological landscape. You can explore the multitude of wildlife and waterfalls
that make up its natural beauty.An ideal romantic getaway. The rolling mountain
ranges mean the nearest roads are over fifty kilometres away.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
The Gulf of St. Lawrence is the world’s
largest estuary, with an area of over 236,000 square kilometres. Home of the
Forillon National Park, there you will find nesting colonies of sea birds as
well as whales, seals, black bears and even moose. It might be worth observing
the Be
Whale Wise Guidelines just to be safe.Miramichi River
If you are a lover of fly fishing then
there is no better place to visit than the Miramichi River. Situated in New
Brunswick, here you will find one of the largest populations of Atlantic salmon
in the world.If fishing doesn’t float your boat, then you can explore the many
caves in the area. You can also experience Canada’s longest running folk
festival, or just enjoy the scenery as you cruise along.
Harrison Lake
Just outside Vancouver you will find
Harrison Lake. Surrounded by mountains, you will discover an ideal place to
relax. You can do a spot of fishing, and visit the Harrison Hot Springs. If you
are feeling brave, you can look out for the legendary Sasquatch or Big Foot as
it is also known. You never know, that rustle in the trees might just have you
reaching for your camera!
Wherever you decide to go boating in
Canada, you will need a Pleasure Craft
Operators Card. After that, you will have the knowledge to have a safe and
pleasant journey.
