Timmins: Waterfront Recreational Area and Camping Grounds
Timmins, Canada is the second largest community in Canada and is notable for its mineral producing areas. It lies along the Mattagami River and offers a unique holiday experience for its tourists and locals. Industries related to gold mining, copper, zinc, nickel, silver as well as lumber are the main source of income for the region. You can get to the city via the YTS- Timmins Victor M. Power Airport situated just 10 kilometers away from the main city. Timmins is home to actress Natalie Brown and Maurice LaMarche a comedian and voice actor.
Best Time to Visit
Book your Timmins, Canada hotels as early as you can if you want to enjoy better deals during the month of July. The Great Canadian Kayak Challenge & Festival is one of the most grand and well-celebrated events you can look forward to in Timmins.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Visit the Gillies Lake Park for a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. This park was one of the areas that were part of the lake rejuvenation project of the region back in 1986. The Kettle Lakes Provincial Park is another nature escape you can enjoy in the region. This recreational park is believed to be an enormous glacier during the last Ice Age and formed the small deep lakes locally known as the kettle lakes. More cultural heritage of Timmins can be enjoyed at the Timmins Museum and National Exhibition Center situated near the budget-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Timmins and Balsam Suites Boutique Inn and Residence.