Over Rocks and Ripples

Join Parks Canada for an on-water introduction to Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area! Launching below the Aguasabon Falls in Terrace Bay, this one-hour kayaking program explores the ancient geological history that created the iconic landscape of Lake Superior. Following a Parks Canada guide through a calm, sheltered area, this program is ideal for beginner paddlers or those seeking a gentle experience on this vast lake.

Dates:                 2026 dates coming soon!

Location:           Terrace Bay Beach

Duration:          1 to 1.5 hours

Price:                  View pricing 

Details:

• A minimum of 2 participants is required with a maximum of 9 participants.
• Participants must be able to remain seated for up to 1.5 hours in a kayak and be able to paddle a kayak, single or tandem, for the program duration.
• Participants must be able to properly wear an approved PFD
• Children weighing less than 22.5 kg / 50 lbs are not permitted due to PFD limitations
• Safety of visitors is our highest priority. Parks Canada will cancel the trip in the event of bad weather or other safety concerns.
• French programs are available upon request
  
  Booking:  Reservations are not needed; however, advanced bookings can be made by phone or email:
  Call:  807-889-1102
  Email:  amnclacsuperieur-lakesuperiornmca@pc.gc.ca

When requesting an advanced booking, please contact us at least 48 hours in advance and provide us with the following:

• Your name, phone number and email address
• Name of all participants in your group
• Preferred date and time
• Desired Language (French or English)

Disclaimer of Risk:

There are inherent risks in paddling activities. These may include injury and drowning. Injury caused by strain, overexertion and fatigue are also possible. Hypothermia and heat exhaustion caused by environmental factors may also be experienced. There may also be unusual weather conditions, as the force of wind and waves on Lake Superior can exceed conditions found on other lakes.

There are inherent risks in motor vehicle travel. These may include injury or death as a result of a collision or an accident. Illness caused by infectious disease or inhalation of fumes are also possible. Discomfort or fatigue caused by vibration or ergonomic issues may also be experienced.

Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area has done its best to mitigate these risks by training, certification, safe work policies, and safety planning. However, it is up to visitors to determine whether they accept the risks associated with this activity and proceed with participating in this activity.

By participating in the activity beyond this point, the participant willingly assumes and accepts all risks. Participants of this activity do so entirely at their own risk, and the Parks Canada Agency accepts no liability for any injury, death or losses, however caused, to anyone participating in the activity.