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 Mission Island Marsh Conservation Area - Thunder Bay, Ontario Posted by:  PM8
N 48° 22.482 W 089° 12.731
16U E 336184 N 5360312
Mission Island Marsh provides important habitat for waterfowl and fish.
Waymark Code: WMMRTX
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 10/30/2014
Views: 5
Mission Island Marsh Conservation Area is one of ten conservation areas maintained by the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority. There are several walking trails, a boardwalk and viewing platform, picnic facilities, and a pavillion with interpretive displays. Visitors can enjoy a quiet walk along easy trails, view wildlife, and take in marvelous views of the harbour.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 10 hectares
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
There are about two kilometres of trails on level terrain
What points of interest are there?:
A boardwalk takes visitors along the edge of Lake Superior and then through the marsh, providing spectacular views of the bay, and opportunities for wildlife viewing. There is also an elevated viewing platform.
What activities are available?:
Hiking and wildlife viewing
Hours of accessibility?: 24/7
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Caution is required along the shoreline due to erosion
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: Yes
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
Fee box is located in the parking lot. Day use permit is $2 per vehicle. An annual pass good at all ten Conservation Areas is $30.
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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