Summer in Timmins is an exciting season with so much to do. The city is full of activities and adventures – there is definitely fun in store for everyone!
The team at Tourism Timmins shared their favourite activities to take advantage of in and around the beautiful City of Timmins this summer.
Top 10 Summer Destinations in Timmins
Explore Nature by Foot, Bike, or Boat
The 180-hectare Hersey Lake Conservation Area is located 5 kilometers north of Timmins on Highway 655. The area is a popular destination for hikers, mountain bikers, canoers/kayakers, and bird watchers.
Grassy River/High Falls is another popular summer destination for both visitors and residents of Timmins. The relatively easy 1.4 kilometer loop through dense forest includes multiple viewing areas for hikers to take in the awe-inspiring High Falls.
Unique Views
The new Hollinger Open Pit Lookout gives visitors a great vantage point to take in views of Kidd Creek, Mount Jamieson, the City of Timmins, as well as the mine itself.
It is open from June 1 through September 30, 8am until 8pm except during mine blasting between 11:30am-12:00pm and 3:30pm – 4:00pm.
Calling Wildlife Lovers
Cedar Meadows in Timmins offers visitors the chance to get to know the local wildlife a little better. Each day at 3pm, they offer tractor-drawn wagon tours throughout the 100-acre wildlife park.
Catch a glimpse of the bison, elk, and deer that call Cedar Meadows home.
Paddling
If you love canoeing and kayaking, Timmins is the place to be this summer. There are countless beautiful paddling spots to choose. The Tourism Timmins team narrowed it down to their top three:
Kenogamissi Lake is only a 30-minute drive from Timmins or you can camp right on the lake at The Cache Campground.
Explore the 22 spring-fed glacier lakes at Kettle Lakes Provincial Park located an easy 40-minute drive east of Timmins.
Take 4-5 days to trek the Tatachikapika River where you can brave the rapids or portages around them.
Shopping in Downtown Timmins
Downtown Timmins is home to 250 businesses which means there are always interesting shops, restaurants, and services to visit.
During the summer, downtown is also home to the Urban Park Market every Thursday starting on July 4.
Try a New Sport
Get active and meet new friends by trying out a new sport - pickleball, swimming, skateboarding, cricket, baseball, badminton, golf, tennis, and everything in between are available in Timmins.
Learn About the History of Timmins
Visit the fascinating Timmins Museum to discover more about this vibrant area. The museum also hosts a variety of adult and family educational programmes.
Admission is free and the museum is open seven days a week.
Discover the Indigenous Murals Around Timmins
Explore Timmins on foot or by bike or car and check out the local mural around the city. The Indigenous murals bring colour and story to the city’s streets and buildings.
Festivals Fun All Summer Long
Timmins is home to a long list of summer festivals, including Rock on the River, National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration, Italian Festival, Stardust Festival, and Ribfest.
Get Your Glamping On
Unwind in the beauty of nature while being pampered with gourmet meals and a luxuriously well-appointed glamping yurt at WildExodus on Kenogamissi Lake. Fish, boat, swim, hike, quad, or just relax with the scenery.
The vibrant City of Timmins definitely has a lot going on each summer and this year is no different. From shopping and dining in the city to adventures in nature, there is sure to be a lot of fun in store for everyone.
For more information about activities in Timmins, check out Tourism Timmins online, visit them in person at 325 Second Avenue, or call (705) 360-2674.