Snowmobile/Snowshoe/Cross Country Skiing/Ice Fishing

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Little Current Lions Winterfest
January 30-February 1st

Get ready for the Little Current Lions Club annual winter celebration. Fun events for the whole family but a great hockey tournament.

Thundebird WInter Games
Thunderbird Winter Games
February 6-8
M'Chigeeng First Nation

Get ready for a winter celebration inspired by strength, tradition and community Spirit. February 6,7,8.
Opening Ceremonies Friday at 5pm M'Chigeeng First Nation

2026 ManitoulinMaple Syrup Festival
Manitoulin Maple Syrup Festival
March 28
Kagawong Park Centre

Come out to the first (and hopefully annual) Maple Syrup Festival.
10am -4 pm general admission
6-8 pm a prepaid ticketed dining event. (limited seating so get your tickets early)
Come out and see our great maple syrup producers, some fabulous vendors with a "maple focused" set of products for you to purchase and enjoy. Enjoy the Manitoulin Island Best Butter Tart Contest and enjoy a maple focused breakfast or lunch.

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Ice Fishing

There are numerous lakes in and around Manitoulin Island that provide great ice fishing.
Be sure to follow Ice Safety Guidelines:
-Check ice thickness
-Never Go Alone
-Carry Safety Gear
-Avoid Risky Areas

Island sunrise Cottages
Ice Fishing Charters/Equipment Rental

Whether solo ice-fishing or enjoying with family and friends, the outdoors provides the opportunity to define what quality means for the outdoor enthusiast.

Maple Ridge Trails
Maple Ridge Trails

Whether it’s a crisp winter morning or a sunny summer afternoon, Maple Ridge Trails is the perfect spot for everyone to enjoy the beauty of Manitoulin Island, right here on CLM property in the heart of Mindemoya! 🌲✨ With the weather becoming colder, it’s the perfect time to bundle up, grab a warm drink, and take in the peaceful sights of the season. ☕️🧣 From snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to a relaxing winter walk, these trails are accessible and welcoming to all. Just make sure to lace up your boots and get outside! Come explore, breathe in the fresh air, and connect with nature, there’s something for everyone here!

Snowdusters Snowmobiling Trails

The Manitoulin Snowdusters Club Inc. is a volunteer based club, and they are very proud of their trail system; There are 545 km of groomed, signed trails reaching all areas of the Manitoulin, which tie into the provincial trail plan. The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) honoured Manitoulin Snowdusters in 2001 by awarding them the honour of “Club of the Year for 2001.” The award is given out annually to recognize exceptional effort and achievements of the possible 270 plus clubs who are eligible for this award. Riding our trails on and around the Manitoulin you will see the beautiful LaCloche mountain chain, many frozen lakes and rivers and often you will see white tailed deer in their yards.

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Manitoulin Nordic Ski Club

The Manitoulin Nordic Ski Club has 10km of trails.
To get a membership or day pass contact
Kerrene Tilson at
249-997-0009.
This North Channel club is located just off Highway 540, 14km west of Little Current, featuring hilly terrain and a beautiful chalet. The Ski Club offers groomed ski trails at 5 locations on Manitoulin and 3 other trail systems for back country skiing/ snowshoeing.
The Day Use Fee for Non-Club members is $5.00 per adult.