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Atikokan
Atikokan, known as the Canoeing Capital of Canada, is a growing,
vibrant community in northwestern Ontario, a part of the Rainy River
district. Conveniently located between Thunder Bay and Fort Frances,
Atikokan features full services and amenities, including four motels, two
gas stations, a municipal campground, restaurants, grocery and
convenience stores; in addition, numerous camp, tourism and outfitter
operators are available to fit all budgets and needs. Atikokan is just 44
kilometres from Quetico Provincial Park, one of the province’s largest
and most natural parks, with canoeing, camping and fishing all available
within minutes. Atikokan also boasts a rich history steeped in mining,
forestry, and the First Nations culture - renowned as a quaint
community with friendly residents, Atikokan is a town on the rise.

The crown jewel of the community is Quetico Provincial Park, one of
North America's most natural and rustic locations to enjoy wilderness
canoeing, thanks to its endless lakes and rivers, ]ZY]