3 minute read

Sioux Lookout Outdoors

UMFREVILLE WALKING PATH

Advertisement

The Umfreville Trail is a historical recreational trail that runs from Sioux Lookout's Travel Information Centre to the Umfreville Park Historic site. Walkers, joggers and cyclists alike can make use of this 6-foot wide asphalt trail that includes different rest points and plaques along the route. Each plaque located on the trail contains details of Sioux Lookout's history. Towards the end of the trail, Frog Rapids bridge provides a scenic lookout over both Pelican Lake and Abram Lake. Stretching a distance of 4km long, Umfreville Walking Path is a popular choice for an early evening walk during a beautiful summer night.

UMFREVILLE PARK

Located at the end of the Umfreville Walking Path is the Umfreville Historic Park. A secluded rest area off of the Kings Highway 72 offers, visitors can enjoy a sandy beach area and a beautiful view of Abram Lake. The park is equipped with picnic tables and outhouses for the convenience of those who stop to take in the views. Umfreville Park is a favourite destination for cyclists and has proven to be a calm, beautiful place to eat dinner with a friend.

BEACHES

Sioux Lookout is home to an abundance of beautiful sandy beaches. From the Second Sandy and MNR beaches located just outside Sioux Lookout on Highway 72, to the Forest Inn Beach and Bernier Beach, there are many options. Each of these refreshing spots are the perfect pace to catch some rays or cool off on a hot summer day. Be sure to pack a towel and some sunscreen.

RECREATIONAL SPOTS

Fishing and golfing aren't the only two summer activities to explore in Sioux Lookout! Located across the street from the Sioux Lookout Golf and Curling Club is the Sioux Lookout Sports Complex. This outdoor facility includes to two baseball/softball fields, tennis courts, a skate park and bocce ball courts. Those who enjoy outdoor sports and athletics are sure to find the perfect activity here.

HUB TRANSIT

The Hub Transit offers affordable transportation in Sioux Lookout and the surrounding area. This not-for-profit bus line runs two routes: a regular route throughout Sioux Lookout, and another connecting Sioux Lookout to the communities of Hudson and Lac Seul. One of the buses operated by the Hub Transit also services airport pick-ups and drop offs. The mission of Hub Transit is to offer safe, affordable, and accessible transportation to all residents and visitors of Sioux Lookout and the surrounding area. Learn more about Hub Transit at hubtransit.org.

GUN RANGE

5km southeast on Highway 642, you'll find Sioux Lookout's Handgun and Rifle Club. A non-profit outdoor sport-shooting "private club" where members have year round access to the facilities seven days a week from dusk until dawn. Marksmen using rifles can take aim at targets ranging from 50, 100, 150, and 200 yards away. An area for handgun shooting is also available. The club's range features a trap shooting machine for shotguns as well. For more information on how to join the club or to get more information, visit slhgarc.ca.

This article is from: