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Undeniable beauty, world-class fishing, remote wilderness, and epic adventure packaged perfectly just for you.


The famous St. Marys River Rapids are in the core of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Legendary for annual runs of Steelhead, this will let you get your feet wet and test your skill where Lake Superior joins Lake Huron. An original gathering place for First Nations people, this historic location is renown in the fishing community. Accessible only from the Canadian side, the Rapids offer wade-able, open river conditions that will challenge your angling savvy. Beginners or advanced anglers can take part in world-class fishing and explore the St. Marys River with one of Sault Ste. Marie's top anglers. Ernest Hemingway once said, "... the best rainbow trout in the world is in the Rapids at the Canadian Soo."

Go on, get your fish on. In the heart of the Great Lakes, Sault Ste. Marie is your gateway to a unique fishing adventure! Beginners or advanced anglers can experience fishing for some of Canada's most sought-after species in numerous great lakes available all over the Algoma Region. Fish from the comfort of your personal boat or a beautiful northern shoreline  the options are endless. Troll the weeds with spoons for big Northern Pike, pull worm harnesses for Walleye, cast tubes around rock piles for epic Smallmouth Bass, or try your skill on our legendary Lake Superior.

Offering year-round, world-class freshwater fishing, accompanied by a vast wilderness and an abundance of wildlife, you won't be disappointed exploring the natural beauty of Algoma with one of Sault Ste. Marie's top anglers. Distance to lakes can vary from five minutes to two hours in all directions.

We take our fishing very seriously! Sault Ste. Marie is a year-round playground for anglers of any skill. It can be your gateway to a unique guided adventure, to experience fishing for some of Canada's most iconic species in the numerous rivers available all over the Algoma Region. Enjoy a fully equipped day of fishing action with a local expert and guide. Troll, wade or shore fish the remote wilderness, test out the legendary St. Marys River for Steelhead, or visit one of the hundreds of tributaries in the Algoma Region. With top-notch accommodations right in the heart of Northern Ontario, this is truly a high-quality fishing experience.

About Dionne Elgie

Dionne Elgie grew up in Sault Ste. Marie and has a deep personal love for this city, and like many Saultites, a real passion for the great outdoors. Along with her team at DIG (Digital Intelligence Group)—she works with Tourism Sault Ste. Marie to curate compelling travel stories and collect truly useful tour tips that appeal to both local residents and out-of-town visitors. You can contact Dionne at dionne@digdeep.ca—she’d love to hear from you!

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