Sault Ste. Marie KOA

The Great Outdoors

Camp in an RV near Sault Ste. Marie and make the short drive east to the Hiawatha Highlands Conservation Area, which is a popular snow sports destination. It’s traversed by ski trails and snowshoe paths that wind through dense pine forests, with options for both novice and expert skiers. If you’re visiting during the summer months, there are nature trails to explore, accessing the conservation area’s picturesque waterfalls and bird-filled wetlands. Soak up the views of the Crystal Falls from the Crystal Creek Trail or hit the Red Pine Trails on your mountain bike.A short drive across the border into Michigan near Brimley takes you to the Round Island Point Nature Preserve, which sprawls across more than 1,000 acres on the shores of Lake Superior. It provides important habitat for black bears, wolves, moose, and bobcat, as well as being situated along a major flyway for migrating waterfowl. Stretch your legs on the short nature trail that winds through the preserve, with beautiful wildflowers in bloom during the spring.Sault Ste. Marie campers are also within easy access of the Shore Ridges Conservation Area, which lies on the Canadian side of Lake Superior. It’s traversed by numerous trails that are accessible to hikers or cross-country skiers, including the Indian Ridge Trail that offers superb views from the escarpment. Alternatively, follow the Beaver Trail that accesses the beach and marshes while keeping your eyes peeled for squirrels, deer, and chipmunks in the surrounding forest.

Exploring the City

Camping at Sault Ste. Marie KOA makes a good base for visiting Sault Ste. Marie, which lies just 15 minutes’ drive south of the RV campground. It’s home to numerous supermarkets where you can grab groceries and gas stations if you need to fill up your RV rental. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes where you can dine out while the city is also home to casinos for those who are feeling lucky.If you’re visiting Sault Ste. Marie, take time to stroll along the 19th-century canal that’s lined with historic red sandstone buildings and stop in at the Art Gallery of Algoma where works by regional and international artists are displayed. Aviation enthusiasts should make a point of visiting the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre to admire its collection of vintage aircraft or get behind the controls of their flight simulators. A short walk away is the Sault Ste. Marie Museum where you can delve into the local history, with the exhibits displayed in the city’s old post office building.Take a step back in time to explore the pioneer farmstead at Mockingbird Hill Farm, which lies on the edge of the Hiawatha Highlands. It’s home to sheep, goats, cows and chickens, as well as a corn maze with checkpoints that will keep young visitors entertained. Follow the Wildflower Walk that meanders through the farmstead and connects its various elements, including a church, a wigwam, and the historic timbered log home of Buchan House.Also nearby is the Tarentorus Fish Culture Station where you can see various trout species being reared by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Join a guided tour to discover how fish are raised to stock Ontario’s lakes and rivers while learning about the egg collection, fertilization, and hatching processesWhether you want to enjoy the recreational pursuits along Lake Superior or explore the museums of Sault Ste. Marie, book an RV in Algoma District and start planning your next vacation.