The best camping near Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site adventure.

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Private Camping/Lake Superior Beach

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Private bush lot, steps to the beach. At our camp site you get to enjoy the privacy of a bush lot at a dead end road and just a 2 minute walk to a sandy beach on Lake Superior. This is a large site with room for 2 trailers. Also enjoy ATV and hiking trails. Our camp site is on an all season paved road, 45 minute Drive from Sault Ste Marie, where you will find all of your camping needs.

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Chi Bell's

20 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Garden River 14, ON

We are located along the beautiful St Mary's river. The St Mary's river offers fishing, boating, canoeing, water boards, and kayaking. The camping site is in an open grassed area or tent under the Pines. It is rustic camping with one outhouse. Generators are welcome. There are many different species of birds on the property. Enjoy tranquil sunsets and beautiful sunrises, and the night skies. Hiking trails 15 minute drive. Groceries, shopping are located within a 10 minute drive.

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Rosewood Forest

1 site · Lodging72 acres · Goulais River, ON

BOOKING SPRING 2025 72 Acres of primarily sugar maple forest with a secret stand of mature white pines on Taylor Creek. Some walking trails with a beautiful Oak Amphitheatre for wedding ceremonies. Parking is 4 km from the renowned Robertson Cliff main trailhead, overlooking the Goulais River Valley and Lake Superior. The property is excellent for forest bathing, active rest, bird watching, unplugging, camp fires and star gazing. Great biking opportunity to Robertson Cliff trailhead followed by a hike to the scenic lookouts, and cap it all off with a cold exposure plunge in Robertson Creek Waterfall.

Beachfront Batchawana Bay

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Batchawana Bay, ON

Great Place to Camp Directly across the Riad from Beautiful Protected Batchawana bay

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Tent Camping with Nature

1 site · Tent4 acres · Batchawana Bay, ON

Enjoy the best of both worlds with this forested campsite that is close to the beach! Our land is about 5 minutes from Batchawana Bay Provincial Park. This sandy beach park is located on Lake Superior and is perfect for families as the waters are warm and shallow. While in the area you can also try fishing and canoeing in the nearby river. Be sure to also check out Chippewa Falls and the Edmund Fitzgerald lookout.Choose from 5 different sites that are very private. There is plenty of natural tree canopy and you will have nature all around. Just across the property, you will find Lake Superior with the best beach around. Please note that quiet time is from 11 pm to 8 am. Please no loud music or generators, no cutting down trees or bush.Pets are welcome (please keep them on a leash and pick up after them) Campfires are permitted. Newly constructed outhouses!

Tiny Rustic Cabin

2 sites · Lodging2 acres · Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Glamping experience on Highway 17! Minutes away from beautiful beaches! Tiny Cabin with limited power provided by a Bluetti power box. Stocked kitchenette, but bring a stove or cook over the campfire on a tripod grill. Will provide a jug of water for dishes and cooking but its from our well so please bring your own drinking water. A comfortable double bed and a screened in porch. There is an outhouse but no shower. Showers can be found close by at travel gas stations or parks. Private driveway off the highway. There is noise from the highway but the cabin is very private.

The best camping near Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site guide

Overview

About

The Sault Ste. Marie Canal, built in 1895, was the world’s longest lock, the first to operate using electricity and the last link in an all-Canadian navigational chain from the Atlantic to Lake Superior. Today the Canal, used by recreational craft, is a great spot for boat-watching and picnics - but you can do more than watch! Let a Parks Canada interpreter/guide introduce you to the Canal’s fascinating history.

When to go

The ideal time to visit the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site is between May 15 and October 15, aligning with the lock navigation season. This period offers the full experience of the site's activities and interpretive programs. Outside of these months, the visitor centre welcomes guests from June to October, providing a chance to learn about the site's history and significance.

Know before you go

Ensure to check the complete schedule for site access to plan your visit accordingly.
Locking through the canal is a must-try experience, available from May 15 to October 15.
Keep in mind that dogs must be on a leash, and wildlife should not be disturbed.
The visitor centre is open from June to October, offering insights into the canal's history.
Accessibility information, facilities, and services are available to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable.