With over half a million lakes , rivers and streams, and thousands of kilometres of coastline, it is fitting that Ontario means ‘Shimmering Waters’. Ontario’s scenic and tranquil waterways, parks and wilderness areas are the ultimate destination for adventure and rejuvenation. Undertake a boating, fishing or ATV adventure and combine it with relaxing time spent at one of Ontario’s numerous wilderness lodges or resorts. Canoe or kayak and camp along routes voyageurs explored over 300 years ago. No matter what type of adventure you embark on, Ontario’s world class waterways and recreational resources are sure to revitalize, inspire and challenge you. If whitewater adventure is your game, gear up to ride Class III & IV daredevil sections of the Ottawa River called Hell’s Half Mile, Lemming’s Leap and Butcher’s Knife, the biggest whitewater east of the Rockies! Or if it’s calmer waters you seek, travel along the Rideau Canal, Madawaska River and the Ottawa River in summer time — the perfect season for family boating and fishing trips. However you’d like to tackle the great outdoors, Ontario offers up the ideal summer adventure!