RV Rental Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Departing from Downtown Sault Ste. Marie, day trip train tours to Agawa Canyon Wilderness Park showcase the raw natural beauty of Canadian Shield country. The train travels 110 miles north, with highlights including shimmering lakes, sheer granite rock walls, and a 130-foot-high, 1,500-foot-long trestle that spans across the Montreal River. Of course, with Sault Ste. Marie RV rentals by owner, you can also head north and explore Agawa Canyon independently.

Walkable Sault. Ste. Marie is a great place to stretch your legs. A boardwalk hugs the St. Mary’s River and showcases the city's picturesque waterfront setting. Along the way, you'll pass by historic plaques and colorful outdoor art installations. More trails crisscross through Whitefish Island, which is owned by the local Batchewana First Nation People. As you explore the trails, watch for native wildlife such as beavers, muskrats, and osprey.

Boat tours of the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site showcase the city from a different perspective. They offer a unique chance to travel along the famous "Soo Locks" and discover firsthand how freighters travel through the Great Lakes. Anglers will jump at the chance to cast a line in the legendary St. Mary's Rapids.

A 15-minute drive north of the city, Sault Ste. Marie KOA Holiday is a favorite with families. The award-winning campground will win you over with a resort-style atmosphere and serviced sites featuring 50-amp hookups. The KOA is dog-friendly and offers an off-leash park and on-site grooming salon for your four-legged friends. Ready to book your travel trailer rental in Sault Ste. Marie? From compact campers to big rigs that fit the whole family, you'll find RVs for every occasion.

For a riverside stay, head to Bell's Point Beach Campground, where you'll find grassy sites set on the banks of St. Mary's River. Full hookups make it easy to take advantage of your onboard services. Pancake Bay is the closest provincial park with camping, an hour's drive north of Sault Ste. Marie. It's set on the shores of Lake Superior and treats you to sandy beaches and crystalline water. The park offers more than 300 tent and RV sites, around half of which come with electric hookups.

Across the river in Michigan, you'll find more places to park your campervan rental near Sault Ste. Marie. Soo Locks Campground offers 100 sites with water and electric hookups. Nearby Aune Osborn Campground offers a similar experience. Michigan is also a good place to find RV rentals near Sault Ste. Marie.

Renting an RV in Sault Ste. Marie is a great way to explore this laidback Canadian city. The Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site protects the famous 19th-century waterway that bypasses rapids on St. Mary's River. It was built in 1895 and was one of the first locks in the world to be powered by electricity. The Attikamek Trail makes it easy to explore the historic site and admire the locks. You'll also pass under the landmark International Bridge, as well as the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site Visitor Centre.

One of the city's top family attractions, the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre offers a glimpse of life in remote Ontario communities. The museum is housed in a historic hangar and gets you up close with decommissioned aircraft. Don't miss the flight simulator for a bird's eye view of shimmering lakes and lush pine forests.

Housed in a colonial post office, the Sault Ste. Marie Museum features three floors of exhibits spotlighting the rich history, heritage, and culture of the city. From ancient fossils and First Nations artifacts to industrial relics, the museum covers all bases. Culture buffs love the Art Gallery of Algoma, a local gem showcasing Group of Seven masterpieces and works by local First Nations artists.

Need a break from the usual RV camping fare? Sault Ste. Marie is known for its first-rate Italian restaurants and by-the-slice pizza parlors. Of course, no trip to Canada is complete without devouring poutine, a local favorite featuring potato fries drenched in gravy and topped with melted cheese curds and green onions. If you're planning to cook, you'll love luxury RV rentals in Sault Ste. Marie with fully-equipped kitchens.