Things to do on Manitoulin Island, Ontario: Experience one of Ontario's most magical places.

[@RudderlessMedia]

Manitoulin Island is simply beautiful...but what I really love is the Native Indian culture and customs...I always get a sense of peace when visiting native lands. I need to come here for a visit!!!

[@WanderingWagars]

It's a great place for it Chris. There are several First Nations communities around the island and there are some amazing pow wows as well.

[@RaneBane]

Take it you never been to the rez eh

[@TDHSTottenhamHorticultural]

My happy spot! My Great, great grandfather was the lighthouse keeper on Narrow Island on the North Channel. My grandfather was the Post Master in Little Current for many years. I have much fondness for the island...

[@WanderingWagars]

Oh wow, what an amazing connection! I’m sure you have some stories to tell.

[@manitoulinecoparkgordons1081]

Thank you so much for including Gordon's Park and our night sky in your video. So glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and hope you are able to come with your family again. We are excited to share this fabulous video on our facebook page, thank you!

[@WanderingWagars]

I'm very happy to include your park. We had a blast exploring the night sky with your team. Thanks for sharing! Please make sure to tag us (@wanderingwagars) when you do.

[@orendakog6784]

if anyone reading this ever gets the chance, go to Manitoulin Island... it is Nature in a Most Epic display. The island has over 100 fresh water lakes on it, and lots of those lakes have islands within them. It is simply beautiful, save this video, lots of great info if you're planning trip. I used to own a lot in Gore Bay 30+ years ago. Thanks for sharing Wandering Wagars.

[@WanderingWagars]

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[@kevincgrabb]

Walking from Mississagi Lighthouse east to where there's no one.................. that's my fave spot. My fam and I came across a completely clean deer skeleton there. No sound but the waves. That's tranquility and perfection.

[@WanderingWagars]

What an experience! I love finding those out of the way peaceful pieces of paradise.

[@GoYvon]

What a special place. Seems like there is a lot to do for everyone. Pretty unique concept as well; lake in an island in a lake ;)

[@AllAboutFamilyTravel]

I don't think that I have never heard of Manitoulin Island before and I love the unusual and unique aspect of it. Love to learn something new everyday. What an amazing island to explore. Looks like it offers different kinds of adventures. Very nice, interesting and informative video.

[@traveltyrol8467]

I love travel destinations with a mix of nature and culture. The Manitoulin Island is defnitely one! I have to listen again to grasp all the world records. It sounds like one of those mind twisters.

[@WanderingWagars]

It sure seems like it. And a beautiful place to boot.

[@WorldCultureNetwork]

Haven't been to Ontario yet, but there's so much to do! The crazy dance & the waterfalls were so cool!

[@Mummytravels]

That is quite a set of records - love the idea of lakes within islands within lakes! I'm so impressed by just how much there is to do here as well, perfect whether you're heading outdoors, want some beach or history (and fish and chips, obviously). Beautiful.

[@WanderingWagars]

I know right, it's just fun to say :)

[@russbow6776]

We've done the full trail hike at the Cup and Saucer several times including my favorite part the adventure trail. After that we head for ice cream at Three Cows and a Cone in Little Current. A great experience. My kids loved it ! And me too

[@WanderingWagars]

Gotta love the Three Cows and a Cone. The adventure trail is fantastic. We just hiked it again this summer and did a video about it.

[@russbow6776]

@@WanderingWagars Watching the swing bridge enjoying an ice cream is the perfect reward for accomplishing the Cup and Saucer. Bridal veil falls and the trail is another great trek. I love the whole island

[@lisarevardtrudeau]

I absolutely loved hiking at Cup & Saucer. I also always loved taking my dogs for a daily walk in my father-in-law’s field in Cape Smith, Wikwemikoong.

[@WanderingWagars]

Such a wonderful island isn’t it!?

[@flydriveexplore]

Love the island within a lake within and island........ It looks like we will be going to Ontario next year.

[@WanderingWagars]

Awesome!

[@jorjapeltier4885]

you should! i live there it is amazing dont miss wikwemikong pow wow

[@Familytravelgo]

So cool the records Manatoulin island has! Beautiful hiking destinations! We will have to visit Manatoukin island some day!

[@KingTolentino]

it looks like a fun place to visit... plenty of water activities to do... cool informative video.. 😎👌

[@reyannawynters1800]

This is so pretty! I'm taking a day trip into Canada through Michigan and came across this. Thanks, only the more I look at this, the more I think I would love to stay longer!!!!

[@WanderingWagars]

Thansk so much Reyanna! I hope you have an incredible adventure in Canada! Feel free to reach out if you want any tips on what to do and see.

[@reyannawynters1800]

Ty Wandering Wagars!!!! :) I will be going up through Saulte Ste Marie and looking forward to it! Are you familiar with Harmony Beach or a place called Bruce Mines? I was thinking of checking that area out, it sounds very nice :)

[@WanderingWagars]

That's quite a road trip! We were up that way last summer and ended up driving all the way to Pukaskway. It's a beautiful area.

[@cranberrycanvas]

i went to a place called camp adanac on manitoulin island and it was so beautiful ill never forget it as long as i live

[@WanderingWagars]

It's such a beautiful place!

[@onclaudi9500]

I love hiking - so this is definitely a great place for me to go. Thank you for sharing.

[@johngesquimaux4252]

Heavens Gate is a great trail to hike :)

[@WestBySWTravels]

Thanks for sharing! I haven't been to Ontario yet, but would love to go! It looks beautiful, and a lot like Washington, which is where I'm at.

[@TheTravelBugBite]

Wow, I had no idea that anything in Canada had people living there so long ago. Thank you for educating an ignorant European. This looked like an amazing adventure! I would love to stay in a teepee, and see aboriginals in their beautiful costumes. Thanks so much for sharing :)

[@WanderingWagars]

It's pretty amazing just how back the aboriginal population in the America's goes back. And they are still finding more, much older sites up in British Columbia.

[@jorjapeltier4885]

they are not costumes......

[@Indigital6]

Regalia is the correct term.. not "costumes".

[@MeanderingBliss]

Looks like a great spot to visit and isn't very crowded! The cup and saucer hike looked like it had amazing views. ⛰💙

[@WanderingWagars]

It's amazing for avoiding the crowds. Not many people venture past the mainland

[@Zzzz-uu2bi]

Looks like a great spot to do different activities in family.

[@lucygiovannucci7597]

Love it so much that I am going to retire there!

[@WanderingWagars]

That's amazing! It's such a beautiful and peaceful place!

[@Indigital6]

10 mile point is gorgeous, Mcleans Mt lookout. August Long Weekend is the Haweater Fest.. unfortunately the Wiki Powwow got hit with a storm this year before I could grab a taco. Gore Bay... Cooks Dock... all the pretty back roads... I miss it already

[@WanderingWagars]

I always love seeing the tips for other places on the island. Go Manitoulin!

[@bryanwilson8396]

In your lifetime, make sure you visit Manitoulin Island. My wife is known as a Haweater - someone born on the island. They have a jam made from the Haweater plant, only grown and found on the island. The island is the largest in the world inside a fresh water great lake. The island is so big it has many large fresh water lakes inside the island.

[@CogenMan3]

Great place. The company I worked for Nortland Power built a wind farm there.

[@WanderingWagars]

@@CogenMan3 very cool! Is it the one you can see from the Cup and Saucer trail?

[@CogenMan3]

@@WanderingWagars Yes. We installed 24 2.5 MW units on McCleans Mountain. Total output 60 MW. Supplies all the power to the island during the day. At night the excess power is sold to the grid off the island on a 115 KV line.

[@WanderingWagars]

@ very cool. Great work.

[@Purpleguy1222]

I went here like 2 days ago and its a fun island

[@WanderingWagars]

Awesome! Where did you visit?

[@FranksBmwAdv]

I am heading there on MC trip in July 2019 can't wait should be a great trip!

[@WanderingWagars]

Manitoulin is a great place for riding. Amazing views and fun roads. Have a blast!

[@Kb.travel]

pretty cool info! loved drone shots 'm definitely subscribing, looking forward seeing more videos in the near future gotta support my fellow traveler. 💯

[@WanderingWagars]

Thanks so much!

[@TravellingK]

Seems like a flat island? Well, apart from the lookout. Crazy about the lake, island, lake facts. Love the waterfall!

[@nancymilburn3237]

I live on Manitoulin Island and it is not flat at all. Lots of hills, the drone flatten everything when seen from above

[@jorjapeltier4885]

its not a flat island

[@crystalmar74]

Manitoulin island is my favorite place in the world.

[@WanderingWagars]

You have excellent taste!

[@AudiophileTubes]

You haven't been to the Greek Isles, LOL!

[@hugh.carol.neelands]

Did you know that Earl Haywood wrote a song about Manitoulin Island in the late 60s? It;s called Moonlight on the manitoulin. It is getting forgotten, so Hugh just recorded it to keep it alive.

[@WanderingWagars]

I'm so glad you brought that up! Great song, and there a few versions of it here on KZbin too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqjamJ6wjd1lppY

[@fenbay]

My favourite spot here on manitoulin island, is where I live. We got nothing here but peace, but you can do what you want pretty much….

[@WanderingWagars]

Sounds like the perfect testimonial for the island!

[@LookWhosBlogging]

wait what? lake in an island within a lake within an island? i'm so confused. :) would like to attend a powwow someday. haha, there's a bridal veil falls in utah too! i'm actually gonna be posting my video on that tomorrow! at 2:59...ouch!

[@WanderingWagars]

Lol, I know right, I think every second waterfall in the world is named Bridal Veil falls :)

[@londonzlife8349]

Chi Cheemuan yay is the place where the boat was southbay mouth??? cause my dad works there! i love this video!

[@WanderingWagars]

No kidding! It's such a great area beautiful views and amazing food.

[@cultureatz]

I am right next door in Quebec and I have never heard of this place. But wow stunning, I want to go now. Ok I am confused in the lake, in an island, in.... lol. Pow wows are so fun. Misery Bya...why that sad name?

[@WanderingWagars]

It's not far from you either, just a few hours drive. But it's incredible! I know! Misery Bay sounds so awful, but it's Gorgeous!

[@1966masy]

Do not forget to visit the Gore Bay Flying Club. Fly over the island. Best wishes from Germany. ;-) And visit the Honora Bay Riding stable. Your children will love it!

[@WanderingWagars]

Great tip! Thanks a lot.

[@autismfamilytravelguide]

The waterfall looks inviting, is it cold? The coastline is stunning

[@WanderingWagars]

The water can be a bit chilly, but on a hot summer day, it feels perfect!

[@MeanderingBliss]

Hey! Nice seeing you here! I thought of you guys when he was talking about Meldrum's Bay! Awesome coincidence. 😃

[@WanderingWagars]

LOL, we kept thinking of them as well :)

[@kevinberger3501]

My wife just discovered a sibling who lives on the island. I think visiting my new in-laws sounds like a great idea now 😂

[@WanderingWagars]

That sounds like a pretty great excuse to travel the island!

[@benjaminprince872]

I highly recommend visiting Bridal Veil falls on a hot summer's day. It's nothing but cool shade and cool water. The sun only shines through at noon. It's the closest thing I've gotten to paradise in my own personal experience.

[@wolfcatsden]

Don't forget Mum's restaurant in Mindemoya and Excellent camping/cottages at Mindemoya Court Cottages and Campground

[@WanderingWagars]

We love Mum's! Amazing baked goods. We mention them in our article on our website.

[@wolfcatsden]

Good they Deserve all the business they can get.

[@londonzlife8349]

YAYYY I LIVE HERE, THERE, IDK YAY

[@FranksBmwAdv]

good for you! I live in PA. I AM Looi9ng forward to MC trip with 3 friends in July!

[@johngesquimaux4252]

lol

[@londonzlife8349]

omg 0:50 im always there! Little current

[@andreacastelli6123]

I want to go there

[@WanderingWagars]

What's holding you back?! :)

[@r2shaffer]

We are spending two nights in Owen Sound. Is it practical to try to do Manitoulin as a day trip taking the ferry over and back?

[@WanderingWagars]

Hi Richard, While it is possible to do a daytrip to Manitoulin from Owen Sound, your time will be tight. We have done that from Tobermory, which is about 1.5 hours north of OS. If you do decide to take the Chi Cheemaun , aim for one of the dinner sunset trips for your return voyage. That will save you time and get you a great meal/sailing experience. You would likely have time to hit Mindemoya (stop at Mums). and visit Bridal Veil Falls as well. However, if you haven't explored much of Tobermory and Bruce Peninsula, I'd suggest spending your time there and making a trip specifically to Manitoulin on another journey.

[@Care211]

The Eco-park was nice . I would 100% go back . The cabins were inexpensive , very rustic. Located at the front of the park . If you want quiet and privacy ,it’s not for you . If you don’t mind having a little more human interaction. It’s perfect. The bathroom and community kitchen is very close.

[@roseclarke5144]

I actually live on Manitoulin Island it's actually really great its cold though love going swimming love the history love everything about it did you know there were two they going to put all the natives in Ontario on this island

[@WanderingWagars]

I didn't know that bit of history. I'm happy to see the communities working together on Manitoulin.

[@annekennedy8127]

Are there many good hotels on the island?

[@WanderingWagars]

There are a few nice hotels and lots of B&Bs and Airbnbs. You can find some of my favourites here: wanderingwagars.com/manitoulin-island-hotels/

[@patrickbigras9019]

Got historý on the ruins in picnic island ?

[@WanderingWagars]

It’s the Picnic Island Lumber Mill. Built in 1868 and was the third largest in the region until it burned in 1911.

[@patrickbigras9019]

I was there , well across the water, today for work, i get so excited about Canadian history. Cobalt is mainly my focus but glad i get to travel 4 work !

[@WanderingWagars]

@@patrickbigras9019 sounds like you’ve got a summer full of adventure ahead of you! Manitoulin Island is packed with mind blowing history.

[@jannb8100]

Bob Ruppel ♥south Bay Mouth!

[@jorjapeltier4885]

you missed wiky pow wow

[@WanderingWagars]

I know! We missed that one during our visits. We are hoping to time a visit to Manitoulin next summer during the Powwow in Wikwemikong. I hear it's a blast!

[@LivinLifeWithDean]

I want to go here so bad! Looks like an incredible spot. Feel free to check out my adventure vlogs if your interested!

[@deanabel9034]

i remember my baby sister and my mom hiding under blankets giggling a way ; (WE ARE STOWAWAYS MY MOM GIGGLR SO HARD my loudly whisperd STFU needless to say we sucessfully " STOWED AWAY *

[@felix121984]

Manitoulin Island is for the Intrepids. Mackinaw Island is for prissies.

[@edwardprice140]

I looked at the map, this should belong to the United States. We must take measures to annex the island while Trump is President. I will talk with the Governor of Michigan.

[@WanderingWagars]

I can see why you would want to so badly. Unfortunately, I think we'll hold on to it :)

[@amandapeltier5568]

So how are you making out? 😂😂

Bring it on , Canada will send both tanks and send you running back to USA

[@Karate-Roddy]

Magical 😂😂😂 its Gods creation...nothi g magi al about it ...stop watching disney tv

[@WanderingWagars]

@@Karate-Roddy Ok ….🤔

[@johnnymars9782]

Went to Manitoulin island and Sudbury 10 years ago. It was boring to be honest. Tourism there is very underdeveloped. Manitoulin island has no kayak/canoe rental that goes to the lake and you need to bring your own boat. We managed to find a rental on a little ugly river. Long lineup by the way as there's no other choice. Sudbury is another boring city that we found little things to do. If you have time, you should go to Tobermory instead. Tobermory is overpriced both in accommodation and restaurant. Restaurants in Tobermory is awful even you have to pay a premium. But you have a lot more things to do compared to Sudbury and Manitoulin island.

[@Care211]

The Eco-park was nice . I would 100% go back . The cabins were inexpensive , very rustic. Located at the front of the park . If you want quiet and privacy ,it’s not for you . If you don’t mind having a little more human interaction. It’s perfect. The bathroom and community kitchen is very close.

[@WanderingWagars]

Great insight. Thanks! The eco park is a regular stop for us. Their dark sky events are always fantastic, for those new to star gazing and those with experience.