Manitouwadge, Ontario

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Manitouwadge is a township in the Canadian province of Ontario. It is located in the Thunder Bay District, 331 kilometres east of Thunder Bay and 378 km west of Sault Ste. Marie.

Manitouwadge (or Manidoowaazh in Ojibwe) translates into “Spirit Cave.” The town's primary industry is copper and gold mining, as well as logging.

Summer is open to many outdoor activities. Hunting and fishing are main attractions open to vacationers and residents.It is a great place for active living with a fully equipped gym, a large outside track, a great family pool and lots of trails for hiking in the summer as well as wilderness trails for snowmobilers in the winter. 8 different runs for downhill skiing and cross country trails as well. From the top of the ski hill enjoy a fantastic view of the whole town.

Manitouwadge is currently beginning to become known as a retirement community with some of the lowest house prices in the country.