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Backwater Paradise

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· Blind River, Algoma, Ontario

30 acres hosted by Jackie E.

2 RV/tent sites · 1 RV site · 6 tent sites

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Welcome to Backwater Paradise in Northern Ontario. We are 15 minutes north off Trans Canada Highway, Blind River. 5-6 hours northwest of Toronto and 9 hours east of Thunder Bay, between Sault Saint Marie and Sudbury. Looking for a wilderness get away or just driving through? We can accommodate. Backwater Paradise has possibilities for several camping styles. whether you bring your own RV, easy tenting or choose to go deep and experience raw wilderness/survival in our Left Field. There is a water tower providing utility water for washing or extinguishing camp fires. We have a quiet atmosphere for new and savvy nature lovers. s. There are no lights on this lake which makes it perfect for star gazing. The main entrance is very well marked and leads to the lake. This is where we host RV sites and tent sites. All nature watchers and sky gazers will enjoy the spaces we have here. Moose, bald eagles. wolves, otters, beavers, bears, owls and several migratory birds are common visitors. You will get to hear whippoorwills, several species of frogs, crickets, and sometimes wolves/coyotes at night. It is very important that pets be kept on a leash. In the lake there is plenty of bass and pike to keep a fisher and kid fishers busy. Common gear will work here and strongly recommend using wire swivel leaders. We promote 'lake 2 plate' principles and if you need anything let us know!! All campers have use of the water front no matter where your site is. On the shore of the lake front is a very large common area and firepit and picnic tables for everyone to access and enjoy the water and the shoreline. We host fires Friday and Saturday nights weather permitting at this location. There are several firepit rings to allow campers to have their own camp fire and we sell hardwood. We also have a paddle boat rental. There is 30 acres of mixed forest, lake and marsh, and now we are able to be open year round. You will notice that some of the photos have brown for grass. Those are earlier pictures of when we first opened. All of our expanded areas are like that at first, and things have changed a lot over the last 4 years and, will continue to have "unkempt" areas as we continue to expand. Our newest listings this year are called Almost Paradise (shower unit) and more recently Rootbound Ranch (camping for those travelling with livestock or horses.) This also available for those that like to stay at a farm. If Backwater Paradise is full, you can enjoy the same attributes just across the road at Almost Paradise. Another site we have is Left Field. Its raw bush and field space in the center. This is where the marsh is. We are also working on a new trail between Backwater Paradise and Left Field and encourage our campers to enjoy the views of both of these spaces. Backwater Paradise can be discovered at 220 Lake Hope Road, Blind River, Ontario

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48 ratings · 34 reviews

Courtney A.recommends

June 22, 2024

Backwater Paradise RV site 2

The best introduction to Canada!

Jackie is a true bush woman and a genuine gem. She was the absolute best host I've ever had. She went above and beyond to make my stay fun and pleasurable. She took me to the local swimming holes, explained the history of the land and the natives. She knows all about the local plants and the benefits of each. She's literally a female version of Canadian Crocodile Dundee! I made a friend for life and can't wait to come back and ice fish with her. She's so knowledgeable of the land and a tremendous hard worker. It was hard to leave her and the beautiful sanctuary she created for strangers to enjoy. It's a private lake with wildlife everywhere around. The lake is clean and beautiful and inviting to swimming and fishing. There's no motorsports on the lake so it's serene and peaceful. I highly recommend staying here anytime you're in the area.

Kelly H.recommends

June 2, 2024

Backwater Paradise Easy Tent site 1

Such a beautiful and serine campsite!!! Jackie was an amazing host and even gave a tour of the properties and explained the history of the land! The lake was gorgeous and calm and warm for a little dip. We had a huge bush fire while looking at the constellations, I even saw a shooting star! If I’m back in the area I will be staying here!

Alan G.recommends

May 13, 2024

Backwater Paradise RV/Group site 1

Jackie was a great host. I stayed at her site for my first "hipcamp" and ended up back at her one of her water site's just a week later. Very peaceful and enjoyable.

Enrique B.recommends

October 13, 2023

Backwater Paradise Easy Tent site 1

Silence and stars!

Excelent spot! Jackie and her partner welcomed me and explained everything I need to know about the place. The sites are right in front of a beautiful lake, the night was clear and I could see a sky full of stars. The silence and peace was out of this world, would recommend to anybody wanting a peaceful retreat in the area.

Calista B.recommends

September 30, 2023

Backwater Paradise Easy Tent site 2

The host is very nice. The campsite is right on the water and has gorgeous morning views as the sun rises.

Rachel C.recommends

August 15, 2023

Backwater Paradise Easy Tent site 2

I loved camping at Jackie’s land! It surrounded by nature and animals, and with a great view of the lake. Also, Jackie is the best hostess you could hope for!

Location

Blind River, Algoma, Ontario, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ and Mississauga First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jackie E.Joined in August 2021

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