{"id":32645,"date":"2025-08-14T13:21:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T17:21:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/?p=32645"},"modified":"2025-08-14T13:21:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T17:21:52","slug":"toronto-to-thunder-bay-drive-the-ultimate-road-trip-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/toronto-to-thunder-bay-drive-the-ultimate-road-trip-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Toronto to Thunder Bay drive takes you through some of the wildest, most beautiful landscapes in Ontario. This road trip guide covers everything you need to plan an amazing Northern Ontario road trip, including tips for driving and a few can\u2019t-miss stops. Time to pack your bags and get ready to explore this beautiful province!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong>In this guide, we\u2019ll be covering:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f2e9ff\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#tips-for-driving-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\">Tips for driving from Toronto to Thunder Bay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#how-are-the-road-conditions-between-toronto-and-thunder-bay\">How are the road conditions between Toronto and Thunder Bay?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-drive-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\">What is the best time of year to drive from Toronto to Thunder Bay?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#are-there-ev-chargers-along-the-way-between-toronto-and-thunder-bay\">Are there EV chargers along the way between Toronto and Thunder Bay?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#where-to-stop-while-driving-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\">Where to stop while driving from Toronto to Thunder Bay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-about-the-toronto-to-thunder-bay-drive\">Frequently asked questions about the Toronto to Thunder Bay drive<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#book-your-rental-car-in-toronto-with-turo\">Book your rental car in Toronto with Turo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Tips-for-driving-from-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-1024x576.png\" alt=\"The best rental cars in Toronto for a road trip to Thunder Bay.\" class=\"wp-image-32652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Tips-for-driving-from-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Tips-for-driving-from-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Tips-for-driving-from-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Tips-for-driving-from-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-driving-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Tips for driving from Toronto to Thunder Bay<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most direct route follows Highway 17 north along the Trans-Canada. It\u2019s a full-day, 15 to 16-hour drive, so plan for overnight breaks or take turns behind the wheel. Download maps ahead of time and carry a roadside kit just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-are-the-road-conditions-between-toronto-and-thunder-bay\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How are the road conditions between Toronto and Thunder Bay?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Highway 17 is kept in good condition. Traffic thins out past Sudbury, but expect two-lane highways with sharp curves and limited shoulders. Moose and deer are common at dawn and dusk, so be sure to drive carefully and stay alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-drive-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What is the best time of year to drive from Toronto to Thunder Bay?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer will give you the warmest weather and the best views of Lake Superior, though it can get busy near provincial parks. September is quieter and packed with stunning <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/best-canadian-scenic-drives-for-fall-colours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">fall colours<\/a>. Avoid late winter unless you\u2019re used to long drives in icy conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Browse Turo for the best car rentals for the Toronto to Thunder Bay drive.\" class=\"wp-image-32648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-there-ev-chargers-along-the-way-between-toronto-and-thunder-bay\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Are there EV chargers along the way between Toronto and Thunder Bay?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are, but plan your route carefully. Fast chargers are available in bigger cities, and some provincial parks also have Level 2 chargers. If you map out your stops, this road trip is great for eco-friendly electric vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"where-to-stop-while-driving-from-toronto-to-thunder-bay\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Where to stop while driving from Toronto to Thunder Bay<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving from Toronto to Thunder Bay covers over 1,300 km. This Northern <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/the-best-road-trips-in-ontario-highlights-and-hidden-gems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Ontario road trip<\/a> takes time, but there\u2019s no shortage of can\u2019t-miss places to stop on the way to stretch your legs, see something new, and reset before heading on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Sault Ste. Marie<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sault-Ste.-Marie-Ontario-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.\" class=\"wp-image-32655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sault-Ste.-Marie-Ontario-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sault-Ste.-Marie-Ontario-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sault-Ste.-Marie-Ontario-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sault-Ste.-Marie-Ontario.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sault Ste. Marie sits near the halfway point and makes a great first overnight or long pit stop. Stretch your legs by the waterfront or grab a bite downtown before continuing north along Highway 17.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Toronto:<\/strong> 700 km (~7.5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Thunder Bay: <\/strong>700 km (~7.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s the largest city on the route, where you can gas up and find some great food options or spend the night to split up the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-2\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to time your stop here for early evening. Hotels and grocery stores are easy to find, so it\u2019s a great spot to stock up before heading into the more remote stretch of the drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-3\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take Highway 400 north from Toronto to Highway 69, which becomes Highway 17. Starting from the airport? Book a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/yyz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Toronto airport car rental<\/a> with Turo so you can hit the road as soon as you land. If this is a family <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/family-size-adventure-planning-a-road-trip-with-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">road trip with the kids<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/minivan-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">minivan<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/chrysler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Chrysler<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/nissan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nissan<\/a> will give you lots of space for the first leg of your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d175667.5842492383!2d-84.4238035!3d46.531740549999995!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d36311508818c7b%3A0xc55b0eb513db21cd!2sSault%20Ste.%20Marie%2C%20ON!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753715042055!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#dbf1fe\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Lake Superior Provincial Park<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide: Lake Superior Provincial Park.\" class=\"wp-image-32654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rugged cliffs and quiet beaches \u2013 Lake Superior Provincial Park is one of the most scenic stretches of the entire drive. Stop for a hike, a photo break, or a refreshing dip in the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Toronto:<\/strong> 840 km (~9 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Thunder Bay: <\/strong>560 km (~6.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-4\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s wild and beautiful. You can stop just off the highway and see a lot, including the famous Agawa Rock Pictographs, but it feels like you\u2019ve gone way off the map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visitor centre at Agawa Bay is a smart place to start. Trails range from quick loops to full-day hikes. Cell coverage is limited, so download maps ahead of time and bring snacks, layers, and water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay on the Trans-Canada Highway north from Sault Ste. Marie. For this stretch of the drive and venturing into the park, an <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/suv-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">SUV<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/subaru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Subaru<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/bmw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">BMW<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search?badges=ALL_WHEEL_DRIVE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">all-wheel drive<\/a> will handle the curves and changes in elevation like a dream.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2703.906316263402!2d-84.6169738!3d47.3357009!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d47fd095bc5ec11%3A0xed2e60b8472d8afa!2sLake%20Superior%20Provincial%20Park%20Visitors%20Centre!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753715820347!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#dbf1fe\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Pukaskwa National Park<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Pukaskwa-National-Park-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide: Pukaskwa National Park.\" class=\"wp-image-32647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Pukaskwa-National-Park-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Pukaskwa-National-Park-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Pukaskwa-National-Park-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Pukaskwa-National-Park.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remote and rugged, stop at Pukaskwa for backcountry trails, suspension bridges, and stretches of untouched shoreline. It\u2019s one of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/best-provincial-and-national-parks-in-ontario\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">national parks in Ontario<\/a>, and the perfect place to experience the Northern Ontario wilderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Toronto: <\/strong>1,030 km (~11 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Thunder Bay:<\/strong> 370 km (~4 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s one of the quietest parks on Lake Superior. Take some time to explore the great outdoors at your own pace without the crowds you might encounter at other parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-8\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pack food and gear before you go. Cell service is limited, and there are long gaps between towns. The visitor centre has maps, parking, and backcountry info, but not much else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-9\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Highway 17, turn south onto Highway 627 just past Marathon. The access road is narrow and can be rough in places, so <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/truck-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">pickup trucks<\/a> from brands like <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/ford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Ford<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/toyota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Toyota<\/a> can come in handy. A <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/jeep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Jeep<\/a> is another smart choice for your visit to the park, with higher clearance and plenty of storage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2638.878030152356!2d-86.29337770000001!3d48.59303420000001!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d44225b9c1b479b%3A0x947c2a7b34660964!2sPukaskwa%20National%20Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753716185149!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Sleeping Giant Provincial Park<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sleeping-Giant-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide: Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.\" class=\"wp-image-32656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sleeping-Giant-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sleeping-Giant-Provincial-Park-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sleeping-Giant-Provincial-Park-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Sleeping-Giant-Provincial-Park.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set on the Sibley Peninsula, Sleeping Giant is packed with lookout points, coastal trails, and quiet <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/must-do\/top-5-best-places-to-go-camping-in-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">places to go camping<\/a>. It\u2019s a great last stop before rolling into <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/thunder-bay-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thunder Bay<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Toronto: <\/strong>1,340 km (~14.5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Thunder Bay: <\/strong>80 km (~1 hour)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-10\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hike to the Top of the Giant has one of the best views in the province \u2013 full stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-11\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll be pretty close to Thunder Bay, so this is an easy stop to fit in. Bring layers, bug spray, and enough water for the longer hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-12\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take Highway 17 east of Thunder Bay, then follow Highway 587 south onto the peninsula. With plenty of nearby chargers and a smooth, winding drive, this route is perfect for an <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/electric-vehicle-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">electric vehicle<\/a>. Models from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/tesla\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Tesla<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/chevrolet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Chevrolet<\/a> make the trip clean, quiet, and efficient.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2650.542996190639!2d-88.804575!3d48.3693046!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d5942d5becdb02d%3A0xe895b64f121c1c5c!2sSleeping%20Giant%20Provincial%20Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753716510184!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Kakabeka Falls<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Kakabeka-Falls-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Toronto to Thunder Bay drive: The ultimate road trip guide: Kakabeka Falls.\" class=\"wp-image-32653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Kakabeka-Falls-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Kakabeka-Falls-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Kakabeka-Falls-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/08\/Toronto-to-Thunder-Bay-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Kakabeka-Falls.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just west of Thunder Bay, Kakabeka Falls is one of Ontario\u2019s most accessible natural wonders. The boardwalk gives you a close-up view of the second-highest waterfall in the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Toronto: <\/strong>1,390 km (~15.5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Thunder Bay:<\/strong> 30 km (~30 minutes)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-13\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The falls are powerful, easy to reach, and always worth a quick stop, especially if the weather\u2019s good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-14\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parking near the lookout can get tight, especially in summer. Arrive early or on weekdays for more space and less foot traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-15\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Highway 17, follow signs to Kakabeka Falls Provincial Park. On a sunny summer day, this stretch of highway begs for something fun to drive. Renting a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/sports-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">sports car<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/convertible-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">convertible<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/classic-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">classic car<\/a> makes this short road trip something special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d10595.371501607982!2d-89.61610499999999!3d48.401960499999994!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d58c15540e1cd5f%3A0x6563fbdecac37b76!2sKakabeka%20Falls%20Provincial%20Park%20Visitor%20Centre!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753716676696!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-about-the-toronto-to-thunder-bay-drive\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Frequently asked questions about the Toronto to Thunder Bay road trip<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Where is Thunder Bay<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thunder Bay is in northwestern Ontario on the north shore of Lake Superior. It\u2019s the largest city in the region, sitting roughly 1,400 km northwest of <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/toronto-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Toronto<\/a> and about 300 km east of the Manitoba border.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re flying in, <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/yqt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thunder Bay International Airport<\/a> connects to cities across Ontario and the Prairies. You can book a Toronto or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/yqt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thunder Bay airport car rental<\/a> with Turo and have it delivered so you&#8217;re ready to go as soon as you land!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d169523.58350723487!2d-89.40533051337398!3d48.40266876701626!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x4d5921774c16e98d%3A0x3d0557348f1d8b74!2sThunder%20Bay%2C%20ON!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1753717120027!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How long is the drive from Toronto to Thunder Bay?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s about 1,400 km, which takes roughly 15 to 16 hours without long stops. Most travellers break it up over two or three days to make time for parks, roadside sights, and rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Can you drive from Toronto to Thunder Bay in one day?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can, but it\u2019s a long day. Expect 15+ hours behind the wheel. 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Marie, Lake Superior Provincial Park, and Sleeping Giant. These spots offer great hiking, views of Lake Superior, and a real break from the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Is Thunder Bay worth visiting?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Totally \u2013 especially if you love nature, quiet trails, and wide-open views. 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