Attractions near Echo Lake Cottages

Echo Lake

Echo Lake is one of the largest lakes in the area. Stretching 5 miles long, 1 mile wide, and nearly 90 feet deep, it offers the angler a diverse array of fish. The most common species are Walleye, Northern Pike, Small Mouth Bass, and Perch. The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources will provide the required licensing and regulation information.

St. Mary's River

St. Mary's River is the border between Canada and the USA. It joins Lake Superior with Lake Huron and is a wonderful source for trout and salmon, as well as walleye, bass, and perch. It provides an exciting challenge for the angler who wishes to fly fish or use spinning gear.

Fishing Guides in the area:
Redwood Sport Fishing - Dean Lapham - 705-949-1375
(Nearly Guaranteed to catch some majestic and fierce fighting salmon!)

Atlantic Salmon Fishing- June to 2nd week in July.
King Salmon Fishing - mid August to mid September

For additional information, visit the Sault Ste. Marie website.

Biking, Hiking and ATVing

Adventure abounds around each turn at Echo Lake. Hundreds of miles of logging roads and trails offer new challenges while the hills and mountains present spectacular views for your enjoyment. Be sure to pack a compass, map and GPS, and don't forget the camera.

Snowmobiling

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Canoeing and Kayaking

Echo Lake Cottage is nestled within hundreds of lakes, river, and streams which offer adventure for all water enthusiasts. The casual canoe paddlers, the avid fisherman, and the die-hard, rolling, whitewater zealot will find abundant challenges here.

Skiing

Searchmont Ski Resort, with its 700 foot vertical, is just a short hour-long drive from Echo Lake Cottage. Open from mid-November to the end of April, it will test your downhill skills. Buttermilk Alpine Ski Village and Heyden Ski Hill are also nearby.

For the ardent cross-country skier, Searchmont Ski Resort, Fort Creek Conservation Area, Sault Trails and Recreation, Parks Canada, and Stokeley Creek Ski Touring Centre provide all the adventure you seek.

Hunting

The abundant wilderness near Echo Lake Cottage is a great source for moose, bear, deer, and small game hunting. Some species require a licensed outfitter and guide so please check with the Canadian Ministry of Natural Resources before you begin your hunting adventure.

Sault Ste. Marie

Sault Ste. Marie has lots to offer from fine dining and shopping, to museums, tours, and casinos. Visit the Sault Ste. Marie website for a wealth of information about customs, currency, attractions, and maps of the area.

Golf

Duffers will love the Sault area with its many golf courses and, yes, several miniature golf parks. Visit the Sault Ste. Marie website for more information.

Wild Berry and Mushroom Picking

The Sault area is well known for its abundance and variety of mushrooms and for its quantity and quality of wild blueberries. The nearly endless acres of wilderness and forests provide many opportunities for picking your favorites. Echo Lake Cottage is a perfect home base for your berry and mushroom picking forays in Ontario Canada.

Blueberry picking is July and Aug.
Blackberry picking is late Aug.
Mushroom picking is Spring and Autumn.