Raid the North Extreme 2003 - Atikokan, Ontario: On the Path of the Voyageurs

ATIKOKAN, ONTARIO - The Canoeing Capital of Canada

Atikokan, Ontario is located 2 hours west of Thunder Bay at the heart of the North American continent. This quaint, friendly, full-service community lies in the midst of some of Canada's most rugged wilderness and is one of the main access points to Quetico Provincial Park. Surrounded by over 9,000 square kilometres of lakes and backcountry Atikokan is the perfect base for true wilderness adventures.

GETTING THERE:

Thunder Bay has an International Airport, although most flights would go through Toronto. There are several flights per day between Toronto and Thunder Bay. Atikokan is a 2 hour drive from Thunder Bay and free shuttles will be available prior to and after the race. For more information or to arrange flights, please click here.

DRIVING DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CENTRES:

Toronto - 1375Km (854Mi)
Chicago - 1041Km (647Mi)
Minneapolis / St. Paul - 541Km (336Mi)
Winnipeg - 660Km (410Mi)
Detroit - 1251Km (777Mi)

Additional information about the services and facilities available in Atikokan and the Festival to be held in Atikokan during the race will be posted in the coming weeks. Keep checking for more details.

We would also like to thank everyone who has helped us put this race together. Without the help of companies like Quetico Outfitters and North Side Paddler, it would be impossible to provide such a high-quality race. You should really have a look at these sites--between Quetico Outfitters and North Side Paddler, they combine the best outfitters out there with knowledgeable staff and top-notch canoes, and they can help you with everything you need for traveling around Quetico and Atikokan.

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