Overview
Fort Frances sits on the international border where Rainy Lake narrows into Rainy River, connected to International Falls, Minnesota by the Fort Frances–International Falls International Bridge. The town of 7,700 people draws visitors primarily for fishing—the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship awards over $80,000 in prizes—and as a gateway to Quetico Provincial Park.
Festivals · Nature
Before you go
Activities
Fishing and hunting require Ontario licences available from sports stores, tourist outfitters, and the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Money
CAD is the local currency. ATMs available in town. Credit cards accepted at hotels and larger restaurants.
Transport
Bearskin Airlines connects Fort Frances to Kenora, Winnipeg, and Thunder Bay. Ontario Northland buses serve the town on cross-Northern Ontario routes.
Weather
Summers are warm (25–30°C), autumns colorful (peak October), winters snowy (December–February), springs mild (May). Pack accordingly for the season.