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Welcome to:
- Warm Hospitality.
- Cozy Family Hotel.
- Access Quetico Provincial Park.
- Single and Double Rooms.
- Restaurant and Sports Bar.
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About Atikokan Atikokan, located just a few miles north of the Canada - Minnesota border, was named for the Atikokan River, an Ojibway word meaning "caribou bones". The Canadian N ational Railway, made Atikokan a half way stop between Thunder Bay and Fort Frances and the town was named in 1899. Between 1944 and 1980 the town was home to two iron mines (Steep Rock Iron Mines and Caland Ore) and over the years 20,000 miners and office workers worked in town. The population peaked at 7,800.
Atikokan has its own Highway. The Atikokan Business route was created in 1967, shortly after the new Hwy 11 extension to Fort Frances was completed. This business route was unique in that it did not form a complete loop to return to Hwy 11. The highway ended at the Zuke Street intersection, approximately 200 meters north of the Hwy 622 junction. Despite the elimination of most business routes in 1997-1998, the 3.4 Km Atikokan route of Hwy 11B was retained in the provincial highway system.
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Area Links
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When Atikokan's two major employers Steep Rock Iron Mines and Caland Ore ceased operations in the late 1970's, many believed it
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would become a ghost town. But defying all odds, the people of Atikokan pulled together to rebuild their community and today it has much to offer: a vibrant and growing business sector, warm and welcoming people, the vast wilderness of Quetico Park and White Otter Lake (complete with its own castle) at its doorstep and an interesting variety of sights,
services and activities.
The economy has diversified and recreation facilities have multiplied. The area is widely known for its beautiful crystal clear lakes, just one of the many features that has helped to sustain a viable tourist industry. Strong community spirit is evident in this town and many volunteer groups ensure an ongoing variety of activities.
Atikokan, Located on along Highway 11/17, is famous as the "Canoeing Capital of Canada". Atikokan, located just north of the north boundary of the park is a gateway to canoeing the famous Quetico Provincial Wilderness Park. In Quetico no motorboats allowed on the lakes. Canoe outfitters abound in the area. You will find a quality outfitter in Atikokan to outfit your next trip. Many drive in resorts are located on the area's many area lakes. Fly-in fishing by bush plane is a way to get into the wilderness outposts. Visit the walleye fish hatchery, the Centennial Museum, the Native Friendship Center, Pioneer Center and mining attractions. Visit ancient native rock art at the Pictograph Gallery. View rock art along the lake shore near town. The White Otter/Turtle River Wilderness Area is just north of Atikokan.
The 4,000 resident town relies on the thriving forest industry, the hydrothermal generating plant and tourism. Besides the wilderness, Atikokan supplies various recreational activities as well as historic/cultural sites. Next to the town is Quetico Provincial Park, often referred to as "a canoeist's paradise". Other attractions are Mount Fairweather Ski Hill and the Atikokan Centennial Museum.
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Contact Us:
Atikokan Hotel
400 Front Street
Box 1448
Atikokan On
P0T 1C0
807-597-2533
Stephanie & Johnny Torbiak - Proprietors
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