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This Ontario Park’s scenic vistas were a popular subject for the Group of Seven’s artwork

Image via Ontario Parks

A park so beautiful the Group of Seven made artwork inspired by it! Neys Provincial Park can be found in Terrace Bay, known for its scenic vistas, fine sand beaches and waters with perfect conditions for surfing.

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Pic Island is where you’ll find views worthy of a painting. The breathtaking view of Pic Island’s vistas and Thompson Channel inspired Group of Seven painter Lawren Harris.

If you want to take in the views yourself, just follow the park’s Pic Island Overlook Trail. Be sure to come prepared though as the trail runs 4.5km with a 9km return.

There are a handful of other trails to check out as well.

Dune Trail
Length: 1.3km
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 30min
Lookout Trail
Length: 1.6km
Difficulty: Moderate
Time: 1 hour
Point Trail
Length: 1.0km/2.0km return
Difficulty: Easy
Time:  1 hour
Under the Volcano Trail
Length: 2.5km/5km Return
Time: 2 hours
Difficulty: Difficult
Kopa Cove Trail
Length: 2.6km/5.2km return
Time: 2-2.5hours
Difficulty: Very Difficult

Don’t forget to pack a bathing suit, too!

Ontario Parks says that Neys boasts “one the finest sand beaches on Lake Superior’s north shore.”

“The bay is relatively shallow and sandy, so in the heat of the summer you are able to take a refreshing dip or surf in the notoriously cold Lake Superior and actually enjoy the experience,” Ontario Parks continues.

If you’re heading over for the day, be sure to book your day/vehicle pass here.