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Boating Destinations
Explore these breath-taking boating destinations
Our pick: Okanagan Lake, British Columbia, BC
One of the most popular destinations in BC, with several large cities bordering the lake, including Vernon, Penticton and Kelowna, the Okanagan is British Columbia's premier wine region, featuring award-winning wineries and restaurants that offer tours and tastings.
Top Boating Spots in Canada
Discover great boating locations to get out on the water anywhere in the country. Take a look at our featured boating destinations. With a boat, great getaways are just a weekend away. These popular boating locations may be just a few miles from home, but it feels like you're a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of your daily routine.
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South Shore, Nova Scotia
Going by boat from Lunenburg to the LaHave River is a historic journey. Despite a few small well-marked hazards in Lunenburg Bay, Long Shoal and the aptly named Shingles, once you are on the western side, the coastline is clear of obstructions. This allows a good view of what are known as The Ovens, a spectacular series of caves in low cliffs. Now a natural park and tourist attraction, the Ovens were home to more than 1,000 workers after gold was discovered in 1861.
Okanagan Lake, British Columbia
One of the most popular destinations in BC, with several large cities bordering the lake, including Vernon, Penticton and Kelowna, the Okanagan is British Columbia's premier wine region, featuring award-winning wineries and restaurants that offer tours and tastings.
Haida Gwaii, British Columbia
Formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, Haida Gwaii is made up of magnificent groves of ancient cedar and spruce, secluded inlets, hot springs and white-sand beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Muskoka and the Haliburton Highlands - Ontario
The perfect getaway for transient boaters looking for the ultimate in cruising and unparalleled scenery.
Trent-Severn Waterway – Gamebridge and Kawarthas - Ontario
Waterside communities and breathtaking scenery make this majestic route an ideal cruising experience for the whole family.
Nestor Falls - Mid Canada
Is fishing an art or a science? Perhaps a little of both. The deft art of snaking a large, flashy spoon or spinner through water cabbage in search of the predatory northern or muskie takes skill and patience.
