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'1 ■".'V .. V. -" ^ ' * •'•■ f i ■ ' ' -t ■''■ ■•" ' ' ' .' • . ■ PETLEY & DINEEN, ; .,^.. ^•>. •>'-:.■ I J ;,.... .- M»-1'i-^, ..,,;^'.^J::.>W.':r V'-^-:, H: ) J f BIAT ClOfllli & GAIFIT iOISS, 1 28, 1 30 & 1 32 King St. East, TOl^OnSTTO- «»»< t^^mit4mmmmm»m I, ^«ij l^i'^- f >' ^:.:^-^^* r:.' 5. V-: ■ ^J^v^ ^ J.; .'J ■•• V ■ ^;» > " ■; I, " Pi CTU R ESQ_U E PaNA.DA. II THE NoHTHERN Lakes Guide TO THE NIAGARA RIVER, LAKES SIMCOE AND COUCHICHING, THE LAKES OF MUSKOKA, The Georgian Bay and Great Manitoulin Channel, AND LAKE SUPERIOR, THE DALLES OF ST. LOUIS & MANITOBA. GIVING A Description of the Lakes and River Scenery WITH THE BEST SPORTS FOR WATERSIDE SUMMER RESORTS, HOTELS, CAMPING OUTFIT, FISHING AND SHOOTING, DISTANCES, AND COST OF TRAVEL. ► • ^0tonta: HUNTER, ROSE & CO., PRINTERS. 26 WELLINGTON ST. WEST 1879. Entered according to Act of Parliament of Canada, in the year one thousand eight hundred and seventy-nine, by Huntbk, Rose & Co., in the Office of the Minister of Agriculture. ; ( > i ' ' I , i ■ ( ' ' . J I ■ INDEX. Paok. To the Tourist 5 Niagara Falls 6 Levviston 7 The Niagara River .... 7 Brock's Monument 7 Niagara , 9 The Forts of Niagara 9 The Battle of Queenston Heights. . 9 Clifton, Niagara Falls 12 Lake Ontario 13 Toronto 14 A Drive through the City i^ The Custom House 17 St. James' Cathedral 17 Metropolitan Church 18 The Normal School 18 Baptist Church 19 Osgoode Hall 20 The Queen's Park 21 ("he University of Toronto. ..*..... 22 Hints as to Routes 25 The Northern Lakes 27 The Northern Railway 27 Allandale 28 Barrie 28 Orillia 29 Lake Simcoe ...... ^ 30 Lake Couchiching 30 Couchiching to the Lakes of Muskoka 32 Gravenhurst 32 Sparrow Lake 33 Lake Muskoka 34 Bala 34 Muskoka River 34 Bracebridge 34 Lake Joseph 35 Port Colborne 36 Muskoka as a Summer Resort .... 38 Faok. Lake Rosseau 38 Camping Out 40 Muskoka Land 41 Features of the Country 41 Fishing 43 Shooting 43 Bracebridge to Lake of Bays and Fairy Lake 43 The Lake of Bays 44 Mary's Lake 45 Magauetawau 46 Nipissing 47 Toronto, Grey & Bruce Railway .... 47 Owen Sound 48 The Georgian Bay 49 CoUingwood 49 Meaford 49 Parry Sound and the Parry Island Archipelago $0 The Chicago & CoUingwood & Og- densburg Line 5° Mackinac S^ Lake Superior 51 Killarney 51 Great North Manitoulin Channel . . 51 Little Current 52 Sault Ste. Marie 53 The North Shore of Lake Superior. 54 Silver Islet 54 Thunder Bay 54 ' Prince Arthur's Landing 56 Fort '>Villiam 57 Duluth 58 The Dalles of the St. Louis 59 St. Paul and Minneapolis 61 The Peterboro'' Lakes 65 The Scugog Lakes 63 ' ^J' . J- V' / <. " Picturesque Ganada',\ fj 4 EiL^ ''t ALFRED ARNALL, PROPRIETOR. Late of the " Queen's" and " Arnall Home," liarrie. The Travelling Community will find thla eBtabllshment suited to their require ments and deserving of their patronage. SAMPLE KOOMS FOR OOMMEKCIAL TRAVELLERS. Excellent Billiard Parlor with Two Tables- Excellent Stabling connected with the Honse. Esa?.A.Bniiisi3:EiD is to. Eimi Um lOTlL, BMOlBEIBiE, MUSKOKA DISTRICT. W. F. BURDEN, . Proprietor. Patronized by the Earl ofDufferin, Duke of Manchester, &c., <&c. This Hotel is situated in the centre of the NORTHERN HIGH- LANDS, and LakevDistrict of Muskoka, and affords FIRST-CLASS ACCOMODATION to the TOURIST, or BUSINESS MAN.^Itis within easy distance from the MUSKOKA FALLS. SATES $1.00 AND $l.oO PEE DAT. "PICTURESQUE CAMDA;' A GUIDE TO THE NORTHERN LAKES. TO THE TOURIST. Everybody travels so fast and so far now-a-days that it takes a big con- tinent like this of ours to keep up a fresh set of routes for the enterprising tourist. Here there is somcthiNj^ tieic — not tnat the routes mentioned in the following pages have not been travelled by some — but th it they are in the babyhood of summer travellings, have novel features of their own, and a freshness from not having been hackneyed by the rush of crowds. Many have swept past Canada and shot the rapids along its shores, many have beea to Lake Huron and along the south shore of Lake Superior, but there is a great new territory of lake and river, forest and rippling stream left for exploration and for pleasure tours in this " Northern Lakes Dis- trict of Canada." The lovely Lakes of Muskoka^ dotted with islands of every shape and form, clad in rich verdant costume of mossy bank and graceful tree ; the land locked Georgian Bay, where deep sheltered inlets give pleasant sum- mer sails, and the " Parry Island Archipelago " a very *' maze " for boat- ing trips thence ; the Great North Manitoiilin Channel past the lofty Lacloche Mountains and through the straits of cliffs and islands to the broad green swells of Lake Superior ^ the mother of many waters. What says the author of ** The Great West " of this route .'' — '* The route of Georgian Bay and the northern coasts of Lake Superior is as easy and pleasant a sail as from one end of Loch Lomond to the other. This route is becoming a favourite summer excursion with Ontarians ; and it ought to be taken by all tourists who wish to see something of our magnificent sys- tem of inland navigation and its possibilities as well as the reality ; why these great expanses of water should be called " lakes" when the 13altic, Black, Caspian, Azor, Aral are seas is perhaps what no fellow can under- stand. That the former are reservoirs of fresh and the latter of salt water is the only reason assigned. Of ail great lakes Superior corresponds least a ■I ■y'» -I ..Hi '■t'l 6 " Picturesque CanacUt,'* to the ordinary conception of a lake. Day after day you can sail over its deep crystal waters without seeing land. It breeds rains, storms and fogs like the sea. Its waters are as cold in an '\merican summer as the Atlantic. We heard from sailors stories of its strength and fury, but ex- cept a thunder squall, with which it greeted us as we entered between its portals, Capes Gros and Iroquois^ our sail along its shores was as de- lightful as warm suns, bracing air and cool nights could make it to men escaping from the fierce July heat and suffocating dust of the cities." Rut there are "Northern Lakes" beyond, and these the Karl of Dufferin, with facile pen, describes, after himself passing, in 1874, over all the *' Northern L.ake Routes :" " But even after having ascended the St. Lawrence itself to Lake On- tario and pursued its course, the Niagara and Lake Superior to Thunder Bay, a distance of fifteen hundred miles, where are we .'' In the estima- tion of the person who has made the journey, at the end of all things, but to us, who know better, scarcely at the commencoinent of the great flu- vial systems of the Dominion. F'or from that spot, that is to say, from Thunder Bay, we are able to ship our astonished traveller on to the Kam- inistiquia, a river some hundred miles long ; thence, almost in a straight line, we launch him on the Lake Shebandowan and Rainy River, a mag- nificent stream a couple of hundred miles long, down whose tranquil bosom he floats into the Lake of the Woods^ the beauty of whose scenery while sailing through a succession of land-locked channels resembles but cer- tainly excels the far-famed Thousand Islands of the St. Lawrence." Here, then, is something new, and all throughout these districts are good but plain hotels, moderate charges and homely care. Fishing and shoot- ing in new and unexhausted forest wilds ; boating and strolling pic-nics and love stories and all the beauties of a summer idyl. Turn north then, tourist, to the Northern Lakes. Niagara Falls, It is not within the scope of this guide to give any notice of the beauties and scenes of the surroundings of Niagara Falls, but rather to draw the attention of visitors to further fields of travel. Canada affords many pleasant sojourning places, some among which are named in these pages in the hope that they may be as much enjoyed by others as they have been by those who have already visited their scenes. Their stay completed at this world-centre of attraction, the health- seekers and sight-seers scatter on their various routes. Those for the North or East of Canada, for the ** Northern Lakes y' or the " River St. Lawrence " make for Toronto, across Lake Ontario. Leaving Niagara Falls, the New York Central Railway passes the Sus- pension Bridge, and then, following the course of the river, winds down the cliff. Far below roars the mighty torrent, then past the merciless cur- vings of the whirlpool, and so, released from this, in gleeful dancing waves, the rapid current widens out into broad river at A Giude to the No y titer n Lakes, 7 LewUton. Here busses arc at the station to take passengers and their baggage to the steamboat landing, where Gf/wra/ Gains, an ancient Negro, with bushy white hair and voluble tongue, may greet the visitor and give the history of himself and the other " institooshuns " of the place. The Niagara River. In the early days of Western settlement, before the construction of the Welland Canal and the introduction of railways, this river was the busy scene of transport of all passengers and su[)plies passin); between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Here was the " portage " past the Falls of Ni- agara, and the large canoes of the ** North-West" and " Hudson Bay" Companies might be seen, laden with supplies or rei . -ling with furs from the districts north of Lake Superior. But now cxcurs. jnists, attracted by the picturesque beauties of its shores, reign supreme, and splendid passen ger steamers take the place of puffin;; lugs and r go-laden \ jssels. The passage across the Lake giving full advantap ' of the pure cool winds which, dai! 'g the summer fan its surface, have made this route one of the most attractive to the citizens of Toronto r.nd neighbourhood. Leaving dock at Toronto in the afternoon, the trip .\cross the Lake is made in about two hours, at Niagara the river is entered, and J'ence the river is ascended to the head of navigation at Lewiston. Cheap farc:^, and fine boats have been appreciated by the Travelling Public as well de- serving their patronage. The elegant steamers " City of Toronto " and " Chicora" form the daily line to Toronto, and, embarking in one of them, the trip commences. To the left, on the Canadian bank and close to the remains of the Suspension Bridge —unfortunately carried away by a storm in 1864 — is Qitcenstonj once a place of importance but now remembered only in history. High above rise the Quecnston Heights, surmounted by the monument to General Brock, who gloriously fell in the Battle of (2ueenston, in 18 12. In 1824 the remains of the General, which had been interred in Fort George, at Niagara, were removed to this historic spot, the scene of his death, and, the first monument erected to his memory having been blown up by a vagabond named Lee, in 1840, his grateful countrymen raised the present magnificent structure in its place. Brock's Monument On the corner of the base 40 feet square and 30 feet high, are four lions ; above this rises the tluted C«rinthian column o( free-stone, on the summit of which is placed a colossal statue of General Brock, his arm extended over the country which he died to defend. The whole is 185 feet high, and from the top, reached by a winding stair-case in the interior, is one of the finest views in Canada. The wooded knolls and fertile plains of the "garden country;" the winding of the Niagara River; the blue water of Lake Ontario, dotted •V 8 *' Picturesque Canada'^ with many sails, and on clear days the opposite shores, 4^ miles awiiy lie like a panorama before the view • * o u u o pq Q > I— ( < H Returning to the River, the swift current eddies along the high wooded' jjanks, and rounding the many curves, in 7 miles the Lake is reached. A Guide to the Northern La fees. On the American shore is Voun^s/oiau, and on the Canadianj the town of i^iagiira, once the Capital of Upper Canada and the seat of Govern- ment, but now a favourite place of summer resort for the citizens of Toronto. Upon a bluff, with broad verandahs, facing the fresh breezes of the Lake, is the " Queen's Royal Hotel," a first-class house, kept in first-class style by the proprietors of the " (Queen's Hotel," Toronto. The pleasures of unlimited fishing, bathing and boating, the surrounding district of ro- mantic and historic interest, good roads and pleasant drives, and the Satur- day '* Hops "at the Hotel, make a stay in Niagara most enjoyable, so much so that the '' society " of Toronto, moves en masse \\\ summer across the Lake and occupies the many pleasant private residences which comprise the town. The Forts of Niagara, As commanding the only route of transport, in early days, the mouth of the Niagara River has been the scene of many conflicts. The whites and Indians, the Senecas and Onondagas, long struggled for its posses- sion. On the Canadian shore are Fort Missasaitga and Fort Georj^e, earth- works of strength, and on the American shore rise the high, white walls of Fort Niagara. Here in 1687, the French under Chevalier de la Troye, were hemmed in by the Senecas, only 10 of the garrison escaping by boat ; but afterwards being re-occupied, the Fort was besieged in 1759, for '^ days by the English forces under the command of the gallant Cieneral Prideaux, who fell in leading the assault, and the French under General Pouchot, surrendered to his successor in command. Sir William Johnston. It was then for many years held by the British. Having been transferred at the " Declaration of Independence" to the United States, it was again bombarded from Fort George, and evacuated by its garrison in 181 2. Now the dismantled Canadian Forts, and the echoing " sunset gun '* mark the reign of better days, in which the guardians of each River shOiC are rivals only in the arts of peace. The Battle of "Queenston Heights." The surroundings of Niagara teem with historic reminiscences. Here sat the first Parliament of Canada, meeting in primitive simplicity be- neath the shade of a spreading oak. Here were the head(juarters of the garrison, and gallant soldier courted pretty maid in the festive days of the Capital of Upper Canada. But there were more stirring scenes than these, and deeds of valour took the place of sports of love. The most renowned of the many strifes along the River, was the battle of Queenston Heights, fought on the 13th October, 18 12. The two countries had drifted into war, and on the morning of the i ith, the Ameri- cans assembled a strong force at Lewiston, with a view of making an attack upon Queenston. Early on the morning of Tuesday, the 13th, their troops put off in 13 boats and boldly crossed the rapid river, covered by a battery of two 18, two 6-pounders and two field pieces, which they had placed on the high bank, completely commanding every part pf ^he \ 10 " Pwfifrcsqve Canada'' The Queen's Eoyal Hotel NIAGARA. THIS Hotel and Summer Resort is located opposite Fort Niagara, in one of the finest farm and fruit districts of the Dominion. It stands in a beautiful grove at the mouth of the Niagara. River on the. shore of Lake Ontario, 14 miles from the Falls, 12 from the Suspension Bridge, and same distance from St. Catharines. It is capable of accommodating over 300 guests. Its internal arrangements are complete — Bells, Gas in every room, Hot and Cold Water. The rooms are mostly " en suite," and well adapted for families, with large Drawing Rooms for ladies, and spacious Halls for promenading. A fine Billiard Room and Bowling Alleys are in separate buildings. POPPENBURG'S CELEBRATED BAND furnishes the music at the " Hops," which are held weekly in the large Ball Room built especially for that purpose. AS A FAlUILiY HOTEL. THE << RS. opposite shore from which a landing could be effectually opposed. The British batteries were one i8-pounder, high up on the Queenston Heights, and another 24 pound carronade, placed a little below the village. 1 hree of the boats put back, while the remaining 10 struck the shore a little above the village, and then returned for more troops. The British force in Queenston consisted of two companies of the 49th Regiment and the " York Volunteer Militia," altogether about 300 men. These under Captain Dennis advanced with a 3-pounder against the first division of the enemy under Colonel Van Rensselaer, who had formed his men near the river and was awaiting the arrival of the next boats. The Americans were driven with some loss behind a steep bank close to the water's edge, where they were reinforced with a fresh supply of troops and returned the fire of the British, who, stationed on the brow of the hill fired down upon them. A turn now took place in the course of the battle for a strong detach- ment of the Americans, under Captain Wool, passing unperceived around a point of the river ascended the rocks by a path which had been con- sidered impassable, and gaining the crest of the heights thus took the 18- pounder battery in rear. Captain Dennis was now compelled with con- siderable loss to retire to the village. Meantime Sir Isaac Brock, in Niagara, hearing the cannonade, and thinking that the attack at Queenston was only a feint to draw the gar- rison out of Fort George which was then to be attacked by the main body of the Americans whom, he understood, were concealed in boats around the point on which Fort Niagara stands, determined to ride out himself and see how matters were before moving any of his troops. Arriving with his two aide-de-camps at Queenston, he found the Ameri- cans, who had in the interval been strongly reinforced, and were about i ,000 in number in possession of the heights. Orders were despatched to Gen- eral Sheaffe to bring up reinforcements from Fort George and to bombard Fort Niagara, which latter was done with such effect that its fire was silenced, and it was abandoned by its garrison. Although his available force numbered but 300, General Brock determined to retake the Heights, and dismounting charged at the head of his men. With impetuous rush and despite the superior numbers the hill was being carried. But now the gallant Brock struck by a bullet in the breast, fell near a thorn bush which marks the spot, and giving his last order, '' Push on the York Volunteers," lived only long enough to express the wish that his fall might not be made known to his men. Gallantly breasting the Height his aide-de-camp, Lieutenant Colonel Macdonell, the Attorney General of the l^rovince, next was mortally wounded when charging on up the hill and leading the York Volunteers. The battery was re-taken, the i8-pounder spiked and the Americans driven back to the edge of the cliff. Here some of their officers hoisting a handkerchief upon a bayonet were about to surrender when Captain Wool valiantly tore it off, and re-animating his men opened a heavy fire. Inferior in numbers, their leaders fallen, ^W{\ o\\e tjiivd of th^if men kilkd or wounded, the British were now again 12 •* Picturesque Canada" crnTpelled to retire taking with them the body of the General to the Vil- lage of Queenston, there to await the expected assistance. The Americans remained in quiet possession of the Heights for some hours, during which they did not receive many reinforcements, the events of the morning causing, on the part of those who were left behind, a general disinclination to ccme across to the support of their comrades. Gen. Sheafle now arrived frcm Fort George with nearly 400 of the 41st Regiment, 300 militia and 250 Indians, and leaving two field pieces in front of Queenston for its protection, marched off to the right by a circui- tous route and thus getting to the crest on which the Americans were posted, took them in flank. In numbers the two sides weie about eqial, and the courage of both unquestioned. The onset again commenced ; ihe Indians being more active in ascending the hill, came first into contact, and being repulsed, fell back on the main body ; when the whole advancing at the charge with a cheer, the Americans, after a short resistance, gave way and fled down the hill — towards the landing place. Some who attempted to escape into the woods were driven back by the Indians, and many cut off in their retreat, clinging to the bushes, went down the cliffs, some los- ing their'hold were dashed upon the rocks beneath and many others reach- ipg the river perished in their attempt to swim across. ' A flag of truce was now sent and Brigadier Wadsworth and 950 men, surrendering unconditionally, were made prisoners. The victory had been dearly gained by the loss of the General, and a three days' armistice to bury their dead being asked by the Americans, it was agreed to. On the I. 5th, General Brock was buried with all military honours, and, with much generosity, minute guns were fired during his funeral from the American Fort Niagara, '* as a mark of respect due to a brave enemy." Such was the befitting close of the action so gallantly fought on both sides, and on condition of the Americans destroying their boats, which they at once did, the armistice was indefinitely prolonged. The Niagara was never again crossed by hostile foe, and Brock rests in memory *' The Saviour of his Country^" Lines on the Death af Brock. ; 1* ; As Fame alighted on the mountain's crest, ; ,1, , i ),; I . i , She loudly blew her trumpet's blast ; • !>, ; ••■•','. ' , 1 Ere she repeated Victory's notes she cast , , , , , , A look around, and stopped : of power bereft , , !, Her bosom heaved, her breath she drew with pain, /' Jiier favourite Bred' lay slaughtered on the plain ! Cilory threw on his grave a laurel wreath, , ' And Fame proclaims "a hero sleeps beneath." ' - ' — Brtiyeres^ f 1 ' • ' ' ' Clifton, Niagara Falls. ' ' On this, the Canadian side of the Niagara Falls, are the Clifton Hpuse., and Prospect House ^ both in full view of the great cataract. The Canada Southern Railway is the tjuick means of travel between this place, BuflfalQ an wii SCJ an wa Ni (( lin( cai fav T mee lake mar is 2 mile mos the ron; The floo cab As ash apa by fim A Guide io the Northeim Lakes. 18* The and Niac^am. Shortly after passing Suspension Bridge station, the railway winds around and down the Oueenston Heights; to the left, a lovely land- scape lies below the view, while the plain being reached, the lofty Heights and splendid ** Brock's Monument " tower up on the right. Passing on- wards, the train soon arrives at Niagara. Lake Ontario. The Lake is 206 miles long, and at this point the distance between Niagara and Toronto, about 35 miles is crossed in about two hours. The "Toronto and Niagara Navigation Company" steamers form the daily line, making three trips per day, and a more enjoyable health-giving trip cannot be found. The steamer O/jf 0/ Toronto is a well-established favourite. ^ ' •''**' The new palace steamer CJiicora^ just placed on the route to meet the demands of increased travel, is the largest steamer upon the lake, and built of iron and steel in the strongest and most substantial manner — having been designed for service on the Atlantic. Her length is 230 feet, with a carrying capacity for 1,500 people and a speed of 18 miles. During the American blockade she made six successful trips, the most made by any steamer, and in front of the pilot-house is now hanging the little forecastle bell carried untouched through the blockading squad- rons, and bearing the happily given name she then bore, the " l^t Her /?." The Chicora has been specially fitted out for the Niagara Route, The floor of the Entrance Salooti is inlaid with maple and black walnut, and cable twisted columns with gilded capitals support the decorated ceiling. A splendid circular staircase of black walnut, oak, cherry and Hungarian ash, with richly carved railings, leads to the Deck Saloon. This unique apartment occupies the ceptre of the Promenade Deck, and is surrounded by windows hung with rich curtains ; the .furniture is upholstered in fine stylp. Carved and gilded capitals, ^i^ite^ papels, ^ti^ined glass^ 14 " Picturesque Canada,' pictures, French bronzes and full length plate glass mirrors, combine to complete a splendid effect. 7Vie Promenade Deck gives the unexampled clear promenade of 230 feet in length — ten times around the steamer is a walk of a mile. The Forward and After Decks are provided with folding chairs, arm chairs, seats, &c. , for 700 people, and music is provided every morning and afternoon through the summer season. The Bar is the largest on any boat and will be found supplied with the choicest brands. The Restaurant is fitted with small ta,bles and dinner is served while crossing the Lake. The Marine Double Oscillating Engines — the like of which are not in any other steamer on fresh water—are fascinating objects of attraction to visitors. TOKONTO. Niagara is hardly out of sight before the buildings of the City come in view. In front lies the Island, protecting the Harbour, and on Gibraltar Point is the Light House. The Exhibition Buildings, occupying the site of the old French Fort Ron i lie, are noticeable on the shore. Here are held the annual gatherings of the Agricultural Societies c* the Province. The steamer passes along the front of the City. The Union Railway Station with triple towers and large clocks is prominent. The bay of To- ronto is particularly favourable for boating, and numerous boat houses line its shores. The annual rowing and sailing regattas excite wide interest. At the dock is the Royal Mail Line of steamers ready to take the tourist on to the St. Lawrence Rapids and the White Mountains. Toronto is the capital of On- tario, and the ^ost promising city of Canada, increasing from 12 houses, in 1794, and 900 inhabi- tants, in 1812, its population now numbers 71,000. The streets are spacious, and its public buildings and institutions peculiarly fine, and worthy of detailed inspec- tion. The Hotel accommodation is of the best, and the "Queen's," i - UNION STATION. f'RQssin,"" Walker," an4'*An\-. ^pCt^n," ec^ual to t^^e fyc\^\ \x\ the States, hf On- ig city lorn 12 jnhabi- In now lets are [idings fine, ispec- lation |en's," A Guide to the N&iihern LaJcea. 15 taUM.illllll, kC*tNC TSIEI " QTJEElIsrS," TORONTO, McO-AW «& WINNETT. Proprietors. The " QUEEN'S " is one of the largest and the most comfortable Hotel in the Dominion of Canada. Being adjacent to the Lake, it commands a beautiful view of Toronto Bay and Ijake Ontario. It is well known as the coolest Summer House in Canada. It is ele- gantly furnished throughout — rooms en suites with Bath-rooms, etc., attached, on every floor. In 187 1 a splendid suite of Apartments was occupied by His Imperial Highness the Grand Duke Alexis of Russia, and suite. His Excellency the Earl of DufTerin, K.P. , Governor-General of Canada, and the Countess of Dufterin, on the occasion of each visit to Toronto, engaged suites of apartments at "THE QUEEN'S." The grounds around it being 8i>aciou8 and airy, with Cromiet and Chivalrie Lawns, &c., renders it one of the most pleasant and desirable Hotels for business men, pleasure seekers and the travelling public. Terms for Board, $2.50 to $3.50 per day, according to location of rooms. BatU- rooi?^, &c., attticjied, ^1.50 per day additional. IG ** Picturesque Canadal* The drives are numerous and attractive, and fii-st-class carriages for four people, at $i per hour, can be engaged. Six railways centre in the city — the Grand Trunk, East and West, Great Western, Northern, Toronto, Grey and Bruce, Nipissing, and Gredit Valley Kailways. Thus all parts of the Province are within easy reach, and excursions to the many points of interest in the interior facilitated. The Gity is the seat of the Provincial Govei iment, the place of residence of the Lieutenant-Governor, and the acknowledged intellectual, literary, and business centre of the Province of Ontario. The architectural features of Toronto are excepticunal, not only as regards the public buildings but also the private and mercantile establishments, and few cities of even larger size compare with it in this respect. A Drive through the City. ' ' ^^ The streets are wide and lengthy ; indeed Toronto has been called the **City of magnificent distances." Situated on a level plateau with nothing to confine it, and laid out in the days when land was cheap, being but farm and forest, the city occupies a large area in proportion to its population. It is, therefore, proportionately healthy. Queen Street and Kin^ Street^ the latter, the most important street in the city and centre of the Retail Trade, run parallel to the harbour, being crossed at right angles by Yonge Street at the foot of which the steamers land. In his " Streets of the World," George Augustri Sala gives precedence to Yonge Street as •* the longest street in the world" — it is only 46 miles long. In Indian days and the hme of the French occupation, during which Fort Rouille was built to protect it, Toronto Har- bour was the south end of the * ' portage " to the Upper Lakes, the north end being at Penctangidshene, Out of this grew Yonge Street, and as population went forward and lined its sides with houses its name extended from the city to the Far North. A drive up it to Montgomery's, and returning either East by th'j Don Valley, or West ? ong the Davenport Hills by the new High Park and Humber River, will be an. afternoon well spent. Entrance is Iree to all the public buildings, and they are all worthy of inspection, the more important among them are here mentioned. Front Street, running parallel to the Harbour, is lined wUK I CVSTOM HPUSp, lA Guide to Hie iforllun'ii Lukes. 17 ••.•J^. fine wholesale wAVthbWses, and among them stands prominent ** TA^ Custom J/ottse,'* of highly decrti'ated Italian architecture. On the exterior are elaborate carvings of fruits and floWCbs^ a well-executed bust of " T/ie Queen," and alto- relievos of the most celebratuld English navigators and sea-men. Nelson, Drake, Jacques Cartier, Cook, and others. 7%e Long Room where the public business is transactal is most handsomely fitted and decorated. The Merchants Bank, liank of British North America, Ontario Bank, and Bank of Toronto, all on IVelliti^ton Street are all magnificent buildings. Torontonians are proverbial as a church-going people, there being no less than 92 churches and chapels in the City. On King Street, (he most important street of this City, is Si. ^ames^ Cnthcdral, the Seat of the Ang* lican liishop of Toronto, a fine example of perpendicular Gothic architecture. The spire, rising to the height of 306 feet, is gracefully propor- tioned, and the most lofty on the Continent. Exceeding that of Trinity Church, New York, by 21 feet. The tower contains a chime of bells and the celebrated clock manufactured by Benson, of London, which obtained the highest prize at the Vienna Ex- hibition. In the interior, the ap,e, sur- roundetl by fine traceried windows is finely decorated in carved oak, and contains monuments to Bishop Strachan, the first Angli- can Bishop in Canjida, Chief Justice Draper, and others. The stained glass chancel windows illustrating "The Christian Vir- tues," are fine examples of the best art work of Munich. ST. JAMES' CATHEDRAL. The tower and spire can be ascended ; and in addition to seeing the works °^ the clock, a wide range of view can be had of the city, the harbour and surrounding country. The present church is the third which has occupied the present site, its predecessors having been destroyed by fire. The town, when first settled, was clustered about the mouth of the Don River — and Church Street, within the memory even of present residents, was in the ** west end." The rapid growth of the city has been westwards, and what was once the west is now the east. Near by is the St. iMivrence Hall, with cupola and clocks, containing the principal markets and the municipal 4^3 11 18 " Picturesque Canada," offices of the corporation. TAe Mechanic's Institute is one of the most successful in Ontario. Its lending library and reading rooms contain a large and varied collection of the latest literature of the day ; and the re- creation and billiard rooms, conducted on temperance principles, are novelties in connection with such establishments. Strangers to the city will be cordially welcomed. Passing up Church Street, next is seen the Metropolitan Church, the headquarters of the Metho- dists, of Canada, it is mag- nificently situated in the cen- tre of an open square. The turrcted tower and many pinnacles distinguish it from the other churches of the city. The organ is the largest in Canada contain- %j '"iJ 3»3'S pipes, and com- pares favourably with many noted organs in Europe — Metropolitan Church Organ, Toronto 53 Slops. Strasliourg Cathedral 46 " Temple Church, London, England 47 '* Westminster Abbey 32 " Exeter Hall 42 *' The voicing and tone of the organ are of rare excellence, thus much attention is devoted to musical excellency and the choir of the church is of high- est standard. Next is the Roman Catho- lic St. MichaeVs Cathedral, the interior highly frescoed and containing a very hand- some east window in stained METROPOLITAN CHURCH. glass, representing "The CKUcifixion." The Normal School \s the centre of the Public School System of the Province. In it are the offices of the Minister of Education, and the De- pository of books, &c. , for distribution to the schools. The gardens -^ro kept in fine order, each plant there being labelled with its proper botanical name. In the interior is a really fine collection of paintings, comprising selections of originals and copies illustrating the great schools of Art. copies of the most celebrated statues and casts exhibiting the charac- teristic styles and ornaments of Gothic and modern architecture. In the Grand Central Hall and around the Theatre are placed busts of the L 2 I , A Oidde to the Northern Lakes. 19 he most ontain a 1 the re- >les, are the city trch, the ; Metho- ; is mag- ithecen- re. The d many h it from 5 of the is the contain- id com- th many rope — 53 Stops. 46 " 47 " 32 " ^2 " le of the cellence, devoted and the of high- Catho- rescoed y hand- stained " The of the he De- ns -'.ro Lanical prising f Art. harac- n the f the philosophers, orators and historic men of Roman and Grecian eras, the monarchs of England and eminent statesmen, authors, poets and celeb- rities of each reign. In the Gallery of the Statues are many examples of modern and ancient sculpture, among them Venus de Medicis, Urania, Cicero, the Dying Gladiator, Canova's Hebe, Powers' Greek Slave, &c. The Paintitiirs are splendidly displayed in the spacious picture galleries occupying the whole front of the buildings. The Italian, Flemish, Dutch, German, French and Spanish Schools of Art are all represented. The pictures are numbered, and the following may be particularly mention- ed : I. — "The Transfiguration," Raphael. 17.— *' Beatrice Cenci." 22. — " Lucretia." 24. — "Massacre of the Innocents," (»uido Reni. "The Remorse of St. Peter," Carlo Dolci. 150.— "The Descent from the Cross," Rubens. 128. — " Rape of the Sabines," Otto Venius. 109. — "Incredulity of St.Thomas," Rubens. 42. — "The Conspiracy of Cataline," Salvator Rosa. 49. — "Peter's Denial," Gherardo. 62. — "Medusa's head," Leonardo da Vinci. 39. — "The Arch-Angel Michael," (kiido Reni. 237 and 245. — "The Grand Canal, Venice," Canaletti, &c., &c. The Italian and Flemish Schools are the l)est represented, but in the corridors are many excellent small exam- ples of the Dutch School. In cases in the centre of the rooms are photographs of the Kings and Queens of England and well-known men of Britain and Canada. In the ^^ Nineveh Gal- lery^'' are copies from the great Layard Collection of the British Museum. There are many electrotypes of art treasures in the London South Kensington Museum — casts of gems, medals, coins, &c., and altogether an Art collection of singular excellence. Entrance free, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The private residences of To- ronto present a genuine air of quiet and comfort, on Jarvis Street among the best is the Baptist Church, one of the most picturesque in the city, the interior is of amphitheatrical form, thus giving great play of outline to the exterior to which the Queenston brown stono, New Brunswick red granite, and ornamental slates add great colour and effect. BAPTIST CHURCH. 1^ 20 *' PlcturesqtLC Canada" The t lorticultural Gardens witli new conservatories present a fine dis- play of llowers. Entrance free during the day. Bands piny in the even- ing throuj;hout the summer. The foresight of the planners of the city have left many " lung spaces,'' and among them this is the pleasantest. A large Concert Pavilion has just been added, and summer evening concerts form an agreeable means of entertainment for citizens and transient visitors. Jarvh and Sherbourne Streets in this vicinity are lined with many beau- tiful private residences. The Boys' Home and Girls' Honic will be found by visitors interested in such undertakings, excellent and successful examples of institutions .for the protection of homeless children. The Charitable Institutions of Toronto are of very varied scope, and ample provision is made for every ill of the sick and needy. Fully a half a million of dollars is annually spent in their support, and in addition an amount of gratuitous and energetic service given that bespeaks well the true charity of the inhabitants. The General Hospital, Infants Home, two Homes for Orphans, House of Providence, Home for Incurables, and News Boys Lodging, are some of the more prominent examples, and worthy of a visit. Not far from King Street, and at the head of York Street standing in ornamen- tal grounds is Osi^oode Hall named after the first Chief Justice of Canada, and the seat of the Highest Law Courts of the Province. The interior surpasses that of any other Courts of Law, and is of rare beauty. The Central Court, of two stories in the Italian style, is adorned with double rows of Doric columns in cream coloured stone from Caen, in Nor- mandy ; on the walls are portraits of the Chief Jus- tices and Chancellors ; from it the Law Courts — in each above the seats ol the Judges, a bas-relief of " Im- partial Justice" — the Li- brary, is a magnificent OSGOODE HALL, chamber, with lofty domed ceiling, and many-nooked bookshelves for the 20,000 volumes which it contains. A Guide to the Northern Lakes. 21 fine dis- he even- :ity have test. A concerts transient ny beau- nterested >titutions ope, and lly a half dition an well the s Home, Wcs, and for the The Judges in Canada are not elected, but are appointed by the General Government, during '* good behaviour," or pnictically for life, and as they are always selected from the first ranks of the profession, the Canadian Justiciary bears high record for talent and unimpeachable integrity. Should any of the Courts be in session the visitor will be struck with the dignity and decorum with which the Law is administered. Separated from politics, with income assured, and position by all classes respect- fully recognized, a scat on the " Hench " is considered one of the highest honours obtainable in the Dominion. 7'Ae Parks of Toronto have so far not had much done to beautify or embellish their natural advantages. The PJuvnix Park is situate upon the banks of the Don at the eastern limits of the City. Upon the shores of the Humber Bay, at the west end, and adjoining the windings of the Humber River, is ** The High Park" BLxtending over an area of four hundred acres it omprises within its boundaries great possibilities for landscape gardenh . Roads have been opened through its winding dells and rolling hills, skirting the minature lakes, and opening vistas of distant views, making a drive through its woodland glades a pleasurable outing. Pic-nicers revel in its groves, and steamboats and railway trains give hourly access. The Qiieeti's Park of about fifty acres in extent, is situated in the heart of the City, and is approached through The College Avenue^ 120 feet wide and a mile in length, bordered an either side by chest- nuts and elms. On gaining the Park the road passes the guns cap- tured by the British troops at Sebastopol, and presented to the city. They mark the site intended for a statue of the Queen. Britons are proverbially slow, though suie, and seeing that it took 52 years to bring Cleopatra's Needle to Lon- don, it is confidently expected, that in course of time this statue will be erected, the foundation stone for which was laid by the Prince of Wales in i860. The drive then sweeps along the edge of a ravine to the Volunteer's Monument^ erected in memory of Canadians who fell during the Fenian raid, in 1866. On the summit — Britannia. Below — Two Infantry Volunteers, and em- blematical figures of Hope and Grief. The Park is well wooded and has much natural beauty. Surrounding \ li ='♦'». ^.-k--«/V 7 - .-V COLLEGE AVENUE. 22 " Picturesque Canada" it are many villa residences. The road winds down a hill and passing, a small sheet of water next comes in view, upon the opposite slope, T/ie University of Toronto— TYns noble Norman Gothic group of build- ings is the finest example of its style of architecture in America— either in its massive proportions or in the mediaeval detail of the carvings in stone, no two of which are the same. The principal front is of great grandeur, a massive tower rises in the centre flanked by wings on either side with long ranges of varied windows, to the left a picturesque minaret with shady cloister below and a circular building containing the Laboratory. THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO. The whole group forms three sides of a square with an internal quad- rangle, the west wing contains the students' quarters, and the east v;ing with the Octagon Tower and Convocation Hail is one of the most excellent portions of the design. On the Entrance Doorway are the Arms of the College, and columns of richly carved stone. The entrance hall and long corridors lead to The Convocation Hall, with high gabled oak roof, carved in grotesque foims. The stained glass triple window is in memory of the Students who fell defending the frontier in 1866. On the Senate Stairway are some marvellous carvings in white caen stone of Canadian birds. The Library, a splendid chamber, with inviting quiet recesses, contains 40,000 volumes, also a statue of William of Wykeham. The Museum contains a collection of birds, beasts and curiosities, well worthy of a visit A winding stair, of 160 steps, leads to the top of the Tower, from whence a fine view of Toronto and its environs is obtainable, and on clear days, 1 A Gidde to the Northern Lakes. 23 mg, a build- either ngs in in the dows, rcular qiiad- e east le most olumns lead to jtesque Indents vay are The ontains luscuni a visit whence X days, of the cloud of spray hovering over Niagara Falls. Entrance free from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Further to the West, is Knox CoUei^c^ well situated at the head of KNOX ('()I.lI';(;k lokoN'K. Spadina Avenue, is the headquarters of the educational work of the Pres- byterian Church of Canada. The College was formed in 1844, and is well!! endowed. 'Ihe present buildings were erected in 1875, and are occupied by six professors and about eighty students. t b TRINITY COLLEGE. Standing in its own grounds, Trinity Collei^e built in the early English style, has a quaint scholastic air. The facade is pleasantly diversified \ 24 "Picturesque Canada," with cut stone dressings and projecting bay windows, while the bell turrets above (yclept by the students *' pepper pots ") add much to the appearance. 7^Ae Convocation Hall, recently added, has a very handsome open oak roof, highly carved. The student's quarters are in the wings. The College is the seat of the Church of England, and was erected by the exertions of Bishop Strachan in 1851, On the western limits of the city, upon the shores of the beautiful curve of the H umber Bay, is the High Park, comprising 400 acres of hill and dale, of varied wood-land scenery. The H umber River affords pleasant boating jaunts, and the views over the lake, from the high lands in the rear, are well worth the drive. Returning to town, there will be noticed the Exhibition Buildings, and the Provincial Lunatic Asylum with high dome and wide spreading wings. At the intersection of King and Simcoe streets, are Upper Canada College, the largest boys school in the Province ; Government House, the palatial residence of the Lieutenant Governor; and St. Andrew's Chuch, a splendid edifice in the old Scotch baronial style, of massive stone work and arched windows, the abode of the '* old kirk." There are many other fine buildings ; among them The Post Office, and the many sur- rounding Financial Institu- tions upon Toronto street, which is fast becoming the Lombard street of Toronto. In the outskirts of the city are many pleasant drives : The Valley of the Dun, lod- morden, No j way, Davenport, &c. , while the Summer after- noon water excursions by steamers to Niagara, Victoria Park, Scarbord' Heights, Hu7n- ber Bay, Mimico, &c., at fares from 25 cents to $1.00, serve to diversify the visitors stay. Situated as Toronto is upon the shores of Lake Ontario, the summer heats are tem- pered by the presence of the broad expanse of water and attendant breezes ; whatever may have been the heat of POST OFFICE, the day, it rarely ever extends into the night, so after sundown the cool air and soft summer evenings make the city, what it really is, a pleasant lake side resort. ' ';.* k , .Hi-' :i> :!.'■>• Mil, 'I .'> > A Guide to the Northern Lakes. 25 /■■'.* '■»? I Hints as to Routes. f he cool ►leas ant % j,t: 'i, ^ T a t '■! fi », |jFs jlSr All information and Tickets for these Notthem Lakes Routes'canTje obtain^ from Harlow Cumherland, General Ticket Agent, 35 Yonge Street (American Hotel Block) Toronto. Toronto is the starting ytomt for all points of interest in the " Northern Lakes of Canada. " Tourists from the Eastward, Boston, New York, can come either l^y Vermont Central and Ogdensburgh & l.ake Champlain R. Ks. to Ogdcnshurgh ; thence by Toronto and Ogdensburgh Steamers to Toronto, or by Grand Trunk R.R. from Montreal. From Rochester, the steamer "Norseman" to Port Hope, connects with Mid- land Railway for the Rice Lakes, Lakes of Muskoka and Georgian Bay. From Oswego the Northern Transportation Line of steamers, connect weekly to Toronto. From Niagara Falls and Buffalo, New York Central and Canada Southern Railroads connect at Lewiston and Niagara with palace steamers *' Chicora " and " City of Toronto " three times daily to Toronto, or the Great Western Railway can be taken round the head of Lake Ontario. The Lakes of Muskoka are within a few hours of Toronto by the Northern Rail- way. Excursion Tickets, good for the season, are issued to Bracebridge, Rosseau, Joseph and Parry Sound, and are available to stop at Orillia by making known to the Conductor the intention to do so, and are good between Orillia and Washago by rail or by steamer on Lake Couchiching. Tourists in Chicago, St. Louis or St. Paid can take rail to Duluth, thence by Collingwood I,ine Steamer to Thunder Bay, Nepigon and around the beautiful Georgian Bay and Collingwood to Toronto and down the St, Lawrence and I'hou- sand Islands. The Chicago and Collingwood Line of Steamers connecting with the Northern Railway, sail twice weekly between Chicago and Collingwood, and form a speedy and pleasant route between the East and West through the Georgian Bay. For a grand all-round Summer l\)ur, this route is unsurpassed. Buffalo, Nia- gara Falls, Toronto, Couchiching, Lakes of Muskoka, Collingwood, thence Col- lingwood Line Steamer via Georgian Bay, Gt. Northern Manitoulin Channel, Sault Ste. Marie, North Shore of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay, Dnluth, thence by rail to St. Paul and Chicago, or by Lake Superior Transit Co. 7>ia South]Shore of Lake Superior to Detroit and Buffalo, or return by Collingwood Line and Northern Railway to Toronto. The whole round trip to Lake Superior returning to Toronto occupies ten days. Shorter trips may be made by The Northern Railway and the Collingwood Lake Superior Line or the Georgian Bay Transportation Company's Steamers to Sault Ste. Marie and Mackinac. The round trip occupies al)Out four days. These are the only lines passing through the inside picturesque route of the Georgian Bay and North Manitoulin Channel, avoiding the open waters of Lake Huron, and passing in daylight the LaCloche Mountains and through Island Scenery unsurpassed by tbe Thousand Islands of the St. Lawrence. The trips may be diversified by going 7Jia Toronto, Grey Sc Bruce Railroad to Owen Sound and returning via Collingwood, Lake Superior and Georgian Bay. Excursion Tickets include Meals and Berths, and are available to stop off at any points of interest along the route by making known to the Purser the intention to do so, and receiving from him a check which will be good for continuing the trip on any of the succeeding steamers of the Collingwood Steamboat Lines. 2C *' Picturesque Canada,^* Northern lakes lines PASSENGER AGENCY, 35 "SrOISTG^E ST., TOI^OISTTO. « ^ » COLLINCWOOD LAKE SUPERIOR LINE. 55. city of Winnipeg. Ss. Francis Smith. Ss. City of Owen Sound. Great North Cliantiel, Sault Sto. Marie, Lake Superior, Thunder Bay, Nepigon, Duluth, Manitoba. GEORGIAN BAY t¥aNSP01rTATI0N CO. Ss. Norttiern Queen. Ss. Waubino. Ss. Northern Belie, Georgian Bay, Manitoulin Island, Sault Ste. Marie, French River, Mackinac, Parry Sound. NORTHERN NAVIGATION CO. Ss, N I pissing. Ss. Lady of the Lakes. Ss. Wenonah. Lake Simcoe, Barvie, Orillia, Lake Couchiching, THE laAKE& OF MUSKOKA. CHICAGO ANITcOLLTnGWOOD LINE. Ss. Canada. Ss. Lake Erie. Ss. Columbia. Georgian Bay, Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, CoUingwood, Chicago, Milwaukee and the West. TORONTO AND NIAGARANAVIGATION CO. Ss. Chicora. Ss. City of Toronto. Toronto, Niagara, Lewiston, Buifalo, Niagara Falls, New York, Philadelphia. TORONTO & OGDENSBURG LINE. Ss. Armenia. Ss. Cuba. Lake Ontario, The 1000 Islands, The White Mountains, Kingston, Prescott, Ogdensburgh, Portland, Boston. /tg" Ticket and Passenger arrangements made, Berths odcared, for all the &,lwiVfi Tain ft 51 ...;'..... BARLOW CUMBERLAND, • "■ ' M , , ,: , ^ General Ticket Agent. i A Gwide to the Northern Lakes. 27 jston, 1 the The Whitby and Port Perry Railway connects from Toronto with the Peterboro' and Rice Lake Districts. Parry Sound Excursion Tickets can be purchased either vw CoUingwood or Penetanguishene to Parry Sound and return by the Lakes of Muskokaand Couchi- ching or via the Lakes, and return by Collingwood, but are good for passage only, meals and bertlis being extra. From Ilatnilton the Hamilton and North-Western Railway connects via Colling- wood with all the Georgian Bay and Lake Superior Routes, or via Barrie with the Lakes of Muskoka. The Northern Lakes. Our tourists will now direct their attention to the Trips to the '* Inter- ior," and the country stretching loo miles northward of Toronto, towards the Georgian Bay and the Inland Lakes. Until recently it was a wilder- ness, but within twenty years or so numerous towns and hamlets have sprung up ; many summer hotels have been opened at attractive points, and settlers have poured in with a rapidity equal to the settlement of many parts of the Western States. Railroads have penetrated into its heart. Steatnboats ply upon its larger lakes, and some excellent highways traverse its length and breadth. It is emphatically a country of forests, lakes, and rivers. The lakes vary greatly in size, the larger ones thirty or forty miles in length, and the smaller ones mere ponds, but clear and deep, and all abounding in salmon-trout, perch, black- bass and speckled trout. The Northern Railway Is one of the connecting links between the frontier and the interior. Leaving Toronto by one of the express trains furnished with palace par- lour cars, the passengers will pass through a populous and rich country, with substantial farm houses and extensive saw mills, at intervals, along the whole line. The appointments of the railway are first-class, and the station houses models of neatness and beauty. Nearly all have tasteful flower gardens and lawns attached, with jets of water spurting from foun- tains that cool and refresh the plants. It is a rare combination, especially in a new country, this association of the finer features of nature with the harsh rasp of gang-saws and the rumbling of ponderous railway rolling stock. At four miles is Davenport^ a hill side locality fast filling with suburban residences, with pretty station, with flower-garden and high- gabled roof. Between this station and Weston, to the left, is seen the Valley of the H umber and the Caledon Hills, closing in the distant view. The height of land between Lakes Ontario and Huron is reached at the summit (26 miles from Toronto) whichis 755 feet above the level of Lake Ontario, and 415 feet above that of Lake Huron, A few miles beyond King the line passes by not a few curves through " The Ridges," and then enters the finely farmed district known as " The Vale of Aurora," especially noted for the excellence of its horses and sheep. The Village of Aurora lies to the left. Four miles further on is Newmar- ket, population 3,000, the County Town of the County of York, a place of 4\ ^1 28 " PictuT'esque Canada,'* considerable age and impof- tance, and the headquarters of some energetic manufacturing interests. Bradford (42 miles) Is close to the Holland River Marsh, a locality celebrated amongst sportsmen for its abundant supply of snipe, wild duck, etc. , and for maskinonge and bass fishing. Urst-class accommodation can be obtained at Bingham's Hotel, Bradford, and informa- tion respecting guides, punts, etc. Passing northward we come to the Lefroy Junction, with the Belle Ewart branch con- necting with Lake Simcoe. Excursion tickets are good by boat or rail. AUandale Is the point of junction with the " Muskoka branch," the main line continuing a distance of 42 miles further to Colling- wood, on the shores of the Georgian Bay, where connec- tion is made with the splendid steamers of the ** CoUingwood Lake Superior Line;" for the Grand Tour of Lake Superior Thunder Bay, Silver Islet, Ni- pegon, etc., and the Georgian Bay Transportation Co. for Sault Ste. Marie, Parry Sound, etc. The refreshment station is at the head of Kempenfeldt Bay, famous for its fishing, and a delightful summer resort, Barrie> . , , The County Town, a prosper- ous place of 5,000 inhabitants, is on the opposite shore of the A Guide to the Northern, Lakes. 2d Say, its houses and church spires rising picturesquely upon the sloping hill-side. The Hamilton and North-Western Railroad here connects from Hamil- ton, and southern Ontario. Near Hawksione are some excellent trout streams. Orillia, Fast rising in importance, is situated at the foot of Lake Couchiching upon a hill-side facing the water. It is a favourite centi-e of summer travel, the hotels excellent and the neighbourhood enjoyable. Close by is the beautiful Couchiching Park, and the neighbourhood gives scope for pleas- ant rides and drives, while sailing and boating and the steamers **La(ly of the Lakes," " Cariella," etc., on Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching, afford opportunities for charming water parties and pic-nics. ' ** For there are haunts in this fair land ; Ah ! who may dream or tell Of all the shaded loveliness That hides by grot and dell. " Among the various points of interest on the lakes are the Ojibbeway settlement of Indians at Rama, Chief Island, Longford, the C)uarries, the Rapids and Falls of the Severn, and Washago. GRAPE ISLAND^LAKK SliMCOE. The black bass, pickerel and salmon trout fishing in the lake is most excellent, and ready access is gained from this central point to the cele- brated Trading Lake and Sparrow Lake, where maskinonge, black bass, \ so " Picturesque Canada,'* speckled trout, etc., are found in abundance, and the best of duck and partridge shooting in season. The Midland Railway here connects with the Georgian Hay, and excur- sions may be made to Penetanguishcne, Parry Sound and the island dis- trict of the lake, and to the trout streams of the Rivers Cold water and Severn. Lake Simcoe, The water route to Orillia and Lakes of Muskoka, commences at Pc/le Ewart^ where may be taken the pretty steamer " Lady of the Lakes.'* Lake Simcoe is the largest of the inland lakes of Ontario, being 30 miles long and 16 broad. Its shores are characterized by great sylvan beauty. At Keswick may l^e seen the charmingly situated resort of one of the great lumber kings of the country, and many of the other choice spots be- gin to be occupied with the summer residences of the more wealthy in- habitants. Passing Serpent Island, the isolated home of a fast dwindling Indian Tribe, and Lighthouse , and other islands, the open lake is reached. Satton Is pleasantly situated upon a sheltered bay on the south shore of the lake, and is the terminus of the Nipissing Railway. The steamer then skirts the upper shores of the lake, past deep bays, whose wooded promontories jut out picturesquely into the lake, and sight- ing Atherly after an easy run of two hours, passes Grape and other islands closely clustered together, and enters the " Narrows." the water channel joining Lake Simcoe with Lake Couchiching, of which the first view is here gained, and passing through the swing bridges of the Muskoka and Midland Railways, soon, upon a point stretching out into the lake, is seen the Couchiching Park. The steamer rounds the point, and our ** water tourist " is landed at Orillia. Lake Couchiching- Couchiching ! Well may the curious tourist, struck by the peculiarity of the name, ask its meaning. Indian nomenclature is always appro- priate and descriptive ; here the varying breezes, welcome adjuncts of a sunmier resort, that fan the surface of the lake, have given the Indian name for*' Lake of many winds." This locality is among the highest in On- tario, being 750 feet above Lake Ontario, 415 above Lake Huron, and 390 feet above Lake Superior. The plainest evidence of this is the tiow of the waters, which run northward ; thence, by a succession of rapids and falls, down the Severn River, gain the Georgian Bay, from there passing in o Lake Huron, and so down Lake Erie over the Niagara Falls to Lake Ontario, thus making a circuit of 800 miles to return to a point within 40 miles of their source. The rapidity of the rise from Lake Ontario may thus be judged ; and the consequent elevation and clearness of the atmosphere and cool A Guide to the Northern Lahea^ ai ged; cool breezes woulcj, apart from any other consideration, be sufficient to com- mend the locality as a favourite one for summer visit. A pleasant place is the CoHchicliin}r Park, situated on the point of a narrow promontory, projecting a mile and a half northward into the lake, and surrounded on three sides by water ; thus, come from what- ever quarter it may, every breeze has play, while the lake on the one side or the other, being protected by the point from wind and wave, pleasure boating in safe calm waters can at all times be enjoyed. , VIEW FROM COUCHICHING. Drives and shady walks bordering the margins of the lake are tastefully laid out in a park of i8o acres, and a handsome avenue, three-fourths of a mile in length, winding through forest trees, leads to the stations of the Northern and Midland Railways, Arbours erected at convenient places on the Lake, extend out into the water, where, sheltered from the sun, the views can be enjoyed. A lovelier site could not be wished for. From any portion of the buildings, no matter in what direction you look, fine stretches of water, verdure-clad banks sloping to the water's edge, and ^reen forest glades present themselves to the eye. Across the bay, in an attractive cove, backed by hills clad to their summits with fresh foHage, lies the now prosperous town of Orillia. To the north, scarcely discerni- ble between the miniature islands that bestud the lake's surface, may be seen the settlement of Ojibbeway Indians, appropriately called Rama, its tin-tipped church spire like a bar of silver under the rays of the rising sun, or a streak of gold under the sunset's decHning rays. Bathing houses, dancing platforms, bowling alleys, croquet lawns and cricket grouads* afford every means of amusement. dt " Picturesque Canada,'* It is but a short row by water, or ride by land from Oriiiia, so that the Couchiching Park is one of the additional advantages for summer stay at this town. Splendid brook trout are caught in the streams in the neighborhood, and the finest black bass fishing in America is in these surrounding Lakes. {See I{allock''s SportsnuuCs Gazetteer) Couchiching to the Lakes of Muskoka. The tourist having "slopped over" either at Orillia or Couchiching, is again given choice of two routes, either by " water" on steamer up Lake Couchiching (14 miles), calling at the difierent little jjoits, to IVashago, where the train is again taken: or by "all rail" by the Northern Railway. After crossinji the Narrows swing bridge, the line passes through forests, througii which distant views are obtained of Lake Couchiching to the left and Tnke St. John to the right. At Longford is a large lumbering establishmeut, and after Washago. where the water tourists join the train, is the village of Ser/crn Bridge, The y-lace takes its name from the noble stream which runs westward throughout. Ilaving crossed this river upon a lofty bridge, the line passes the height of land separating the Lakes of Muskoka from Lake Couchiching. False impressions of the Free Grant district are frequently taken from the appearance of the country seen along this part of the trip ; but, as on the south side there are tracts of fine farming land, so, to the north, this ridge being ])assed over, lies the wide arable country which is l)eing so rapidly peopled by thrifty settlers. The Kasheshebogamog, a small stream with a very long name, being crossed, the granite rocks raise their lofty sides, high bluff cliffs overhang the Railway as it curves around their bases, in some places the front portion of the Train is lost to sight from the rear, but finally the '"Granite Notch" is reached, and the railway slips through a Natural Pass fortunately left for its passage by nature. At 27 miles (115 from Toronto) is Gravenhurst, a rising village at the foot of the chain of the ^^ Lakes of Muskoka^"^ and the terminus, in this direction, of the Northern Koilway. Gravenhurst, From its position, is the key to the great Lake District of the Muskoka. Maganetawan and Nipissiui^ regions, possessing excellent facilities for first-class railway system to the southward, and by steamers on the lakes and stages on the colonization roads to the northward. The village occupies a most eligible site, crowning, elevated, but not too hilly ground, and encircling pretty bays in the form of huge amphitheatres. Of course, the absence at present of fine public edifices and private mansions must be allowed for in making up this bright picture, the vision presented being merely prophetic ; Gravenhurst not yet being a town or even a very popu- lous village. On the eastern side of the village plot is Gull Lake, a charming little sheet which discharges its waters through the Hock Rock trout stream. The place has considerable trade in the manufacture and shipment of lumber and timber. The stores, hotels and other establish- ments are creditable in appearance, as well as in efficacy ; supplies of all kinds to be had at extremely moderate prices. The hotels are commo- dious, well-kept and inexpensive. The village is in a thriving condition, and making very fair progress in the way of extending its proportions and I I A Ottide to the Korfhern Lahes^ ss increasing its population. The immediate neiglibourhood affords con- siderable attraction for the tourist and sportsmen. lirook trout (in limited quantities), salmon trout, bass and picl^erel fishing in abundance ; deer, partridge, hare, and a limited amount of duck shooting, all quite conve- nient to the village. IJoats to be had at moderate rates, by applying to Mr. T. M. Robinson, or any of the hotel-keepers, by letter or telegraph. Comfortable steamers, at moderate rates, twice daily to Hracebridge, and daily to Port Carling, Windermere and Rosseau ; semi-weekly to Walker's Point, Point Kayes, Torrance, Bala and Port Cockburn. See Advt. Sparrow Lake. First among the sporting districts of Muskoka, met on the Northward trip, is the Severn River. At Severn Bridge the tourist will take the steamer *' Pioneer," and, after a short run down the River Severn, ^each > SKVKRN RAPIDS— SPARROW LAKE. Sparrow Lake has long been celebrated for the excellence of its fishing, but particularly for the deer, duck and ruffled grouse shooting obtainable in their proper seasons. Many spots are available for pic-nics and camping, especially near the rapids at the lower end. Proceeding further down the river, an interesting canoe route is available, and easily traced through Beaver, Legs and Pine Lakes, with short portages to Gravenhurst, for which Indians and canoes can be got at Rama. An easy one day ex- cursion to Sparrow Lake and return can be made from Orillia. Proceeding down the Severn River, a splendid fishing trip can be made following the stream through Six Mile Bay and Gloucester Pool to its out- let in Georgian Bay, opposite Waubaushene and Penetanguishene. There \ 34 " Picturesque CimacUi," are many portages and difficult rapids. The trip should, therefore, not be attcmpcd without guides. Canoe and guide will cost about $2.00 per day. Lake Muskoka. This lake, which gives its name to the whole district, is the largest in expanse. The Tourist having arrived at Gravenhurst, the steamer Wenonah makes the tour of Lake Muskoka, calling first at Walker's Point, eight miles from (iravenhurst. Good bass fishing at Shanty Hay, close at hand ; also, excellent salmon-trout and bass fishing a little to the north, near the Flower Pot Island. This place is sometimes called Long l\)int ; seven miles further is Point Kaye, and shortly after Torrence. A Post Office and landing place at Little Current, in the Township of Wood, nineteen miles from Gravenhurst ; steamer calls semi -weekly ; beautiful scenery and good salmon-trout and bass fishing. Many residents from Toronto have purchased lots and are erecting thereon summer dwellings for themselves. The steamer arrives about noon at Bala. This place, at the extreme lower end of steam navigation in the Lakes of Muskoka, is a most beautiful and interesting spot. It is here that the waters of the vast inland chain of lakes and rivers are discharged into the Muskoka River, a stream which narrows here to a width of about forty yards, then passing along swiftly for a short distance, gathering as it were its energies for the grand leap it now takes ove> a rocky precipice about twenty-three feet in height. Immediately below the chasm the river widens again, forming powerful eddies, particularly at high water. Strangers require to exercise extra precaution in the manage- ment of their boats and canoes below the portage until the disturbed waters are safely passed, which is only the work of a few moments. De- scending the river amid beautiful scenery are fine bass and pickerel fishing for a distance of about four miles, the channel here divides itself into two streams, one called the Moon River and the other ih? Muskoka River, dis- charging their respective waters into Lake Hurcn, mariy miles distant from each other. Numerous falls and rapids interrupt: navigation on both streams. At the above mentioned dividing point, ihere is really splendid maskinonge fishing ; the fish are large and of the finest quality. Muskoka River. Starting from Gravenhurst the steamer Nipissing of the Northern Lakes Navigation Company is taken, and passing out of the bay, through The Narrows, there x^a. run of an hour through Lake Muskoka, during which dinner is served. After winding through picturesaue islands the steamer turns abruptly and enters the Muskoka River. The river is rapid, deep and dark in colour, the steep banks fringed with forest, and the course full of quick, sharp turns. After Alport, in the vicinity of which excellent farms are to be seen, at six miles from the mouth of the river is Bracebridge, The chief village and capital of the District of Muskoka, situated at the head of th I m T se .Si) th \\ t;i Ly A Guide to the Northern Lukes. 85 », not be per day. irpfest In steamer 's Point, close at e north, ; l*oint ; nship of kveekly ; erecting s about e Lakes that the Into the )Ut forty Ingas it , rocky low the larly at Tjanage- isturbed De- fishing into two ver^ dis- nt from )n both plendid Lakes gh T/w which teamer i, deep course ccellent head of the Muskoka River navigation. The village is incorporated, and has attainert Carlini^, situated on the Indian Kivei, connecting Lake Muskoka with Lake Rosseau, the higher level of the latter being gameil at this place by a lock. The village might not inaptly have been called Interlaken, from its position between two lakes, The fishing, especially in some small lakes - Perch Lake, Pickerel Lake, Silver Lake and Terry's Lake-hard by, is excellent. A go^ ■.V W i J <' f)! .'ilf -••.',»}> t. i' ..Kti;U.in.. -i'/ AMONG THE POMONAH ISLANDS. ,, .,;, I,: ,,,..., ...uj j|....{ ,; 1,. Port Cookburn.':!' ^M- H.T.''//-f in-j<>4 li This p?ace about i6 miles from the entrance, and better known perhaps an the •*H^ of Lake Joseph," contains a general store and pest office, an office of the m pie loci abj nee iuni ancJ Gial Dul " ( J sj nond A Guide to the Northern Lakes, «t s of Mus- and soft, ands are iminences ices, and Tied by a s, are the the most i^ ^ psas 4he e of the Montreal Telegraph Company, and is pre-eminently well adapted as a quiet, plain, pleasant and healthy family resort. The "Summit House" hotel is very well located, commanding a fine view of the magnificent lake and forest scenery, which abounds throughout the entire length of Lake Joseph. A very good road con- nects the lake here with the Parry Sound colonization road at Lymington's June- ion, a distance of a little more than two miles. Tourists can take land convey- ances to and from here to Parry Sound, and steamers to Rosseau, Bracebridge, Giavenhurst and intermediate ports. Their Excellencies the Earl and Countess of D ufferin and suite took carriages here in the summer of 1874 to join the steamer "Chicora" at Parry Sound, and enjoyed the overland trip very much. Salmon trout, bass and pickerel fishing in Lake Joseph, and splendid maski- nonge fishing in Black Stone Lake, a few miles from the hotel. ..) i 3 EAGLE'S NEST ISLAND, 38 " Picturesque Canada,** Muskoka as a Sammer Resort. This district differs somewhat from nearly all the summer resorts, involving a much shorter trip than either the St. Lawrence or Lake Superior routes, and will be found well adapted to those who prefer s/iori trips, and a retreat from some of the conventionalities of city society. The places of accommodation being neither expensive nor fashionable, at the same time moderately comfortable, no '^ killinrf toilets " are required here. Visitors should not expect too much, but good food and clean beds can generally be procured. Those who prefer camping out in tents, or to build cheap board huts or cottages, will find, ready a* hand, numerous^ islands, headlands, portages and bays, admirably suited for camping out. The lakes (Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph) are rnagniftcent expanses of water, together nearly 50 miles in length, and thickly dotted in every direction with richly- wooded islets. A daily steamer plies the length of Muskoka and Rosseau, and a tri- weekly steamer on Joseph. Among the many lovely spots on these lakes we instance a few, as follows ; — The western portion of Lake Muskoka, approaching and within a few miles of the Falls at Bala ; also the river stretching below Bala ; the Narrows, near Gravenhurst ; the river mouth, approaching Bracebridge j the Flower Pot Islands, opposite Tonden Islaml. On Lake Rosseau, between Port Carling and Port Sandfield, a fairy scene enlivens th». few miles' sail between these points, passing the Eagle's Nest Island ; the scenery, is also beautiful off the mouth of Skeleton River, Irwin's Bay, and looking down the lake from the Rosseau House; Lake Joseph is also equally rich in scenery, the view is particularly fine looking down the lake from the Summit House at Port Cockburn. Numerous other lakes fall into the three lakes which we have described, all equally attractive, but not yet so accessi- ble. All the lakes of this region are well sheltered from violent gales, owing to their limited size, and being studded so thickly with islands, rendering it perfectly safe to venture out in small boats. These are the reasons for the recommendation of the Lakes of Muskoka to those who may wish to escape for a season the bustle and strain of an active city life; and while their waters possess "no healing powers," they will serve very well for a change, and are within the reach of all, both as regards time and money. « 'r <#'•■ Lake Rosseau Proceeding on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from Port Car- ling direct for Lake Rosseau, the steamer touches first at Windermere, on the east shore, the outlet of an important settlement, and the post for Dee Bank, Ufford and Ullswater, Skeleton Lake, etc., and shortly after reaches the head of the lake at Rosseau. The place commands an important com- mercial position, in addition to its great natural beauties and attraction for tourists and sportsmen, and hotel accommodation is of a somewhat superior character. This village is a grent centre of steamboat and stage travel, being the starting point for daily stages to Parry Sound and inter- mediate places, and weekly stages to Maganetawan and intermediate places, comprising the townships of Monteith, Spence, McMurrich, Ryerson, etc.; also weekly stage to the waters of Kommondah, Nipissing and intermediate places : daily mails by steamer, also excursions to Lake Joseph, etc. Telegraph office (in Rosseau House), good stores, a church of England, and two hotels. No scarcity of boats and guides to the bass a 5 a( I eve is f; A Guide to the Nortltern Lakes. m m ivolviiig a , and will n some of ig neither I '* killing [jood food \g out in mmerousy )ing out. of water, tion with Rosseau, ows ; — w miles of )ws, near H Islands, and Port :s, passing Skeleton ike Joseph n the lake II into the 50 accessi- owing to t perfectly nen.lation he bustle healing ich of all, ort Car- mere, on for Dee reaches ant coin- ttraction jmewhat lid stage nd inter- rmediate Vlurrich, lipissing to Lake a church the bass And pickerel fishing grounds ; also conveyances to the trout fishing on Shadow River, Maganetewan and South River, and also to the F'ree Grant Settlements, which are springing up in all directions. Piatt's Hotel stands at the head of the lake upon a high bluff, and has accommodation for a large number of guests. * ?i ■■ i ■■r^ '■i "ON THE SHORES OF LAKE ROSSEAU." In the neighbourhood of Rosseau is the beautiful Shado^u Rii'cr, where every leaf and twig are pictured in reflection on the placid water. This is fairy land itself. ;.;-: ,_{; If h.-'K! •* Here, in cool grot and mossy dell, -''A:', .jm , . . '•. \u iiii The woodland fairies love to dwell." f v jri ; ,. The " Bridal Veil Falls " may suggest those few words, so long sought for by anxioub swains. Si la 1" 11' «0 ** Picturesque Cartnda,'^ •fjfi i-Vi: , ■'■■ II ' Camping; Oat. i/f BY AN OLD "camper. >j .!; Ji: ''As a field for this most desirable way of spending a holiday, Muskolca is unequalled. Those endowed with a fair share of health and energy will find here all that is necessary — lakes abounding in lovely scenery, swarm- 'Vi-j»! v? . ».v M\>^5S\c' BRIDAL VEIL FALLS. Mil!*;'' ';' • ;',!!' yJl'i ing With fish, dotted with picturesque islands and indented by nooks and bays, where nature has provided every facility for a temporary dwelling place. The lakes, though by no means small, are yet so broken by islands and points as to be seldom dangerous for small boats, and still affording good opportunities for sailing. f^ »^ dm^nfl hM\^k '< f^l• A Guide to the NoHhem I.ales. m n^^'■ fu'skolca jrgy will swarm- oks and Iwelling r islands ffording To those enjoying the above named requisites, the pleasure of a merry i or even jovial evening by the bright camp fire, and after a hearty supper, ) eaten with such appetite as can only be earned by vigorous exercise in the^ open air, will fully compensate for the hard work of the day. And when, ' after the song has gone round, tales been told and jokes cracked, they, have taken their last look to see that the boats were all right, as they lie on the yellow sand, and have taken another look across the moonlit ripple, and have retired at last to their tents, but few minutes elapse before all is silent, and the sighing of the night breere in the pines overhead, the splash < of wavelets on the stones or against the boats, with an occasional scream of some water fowl, alone breaking the stillness. But life of this kind is by no means too uniform ; there is the excite- ment of fishing and sailing expeditions, together with the constantly re- 1 curring duties of cooking, changing camp, etc., enough to prevent satiety, of enjoyment, and to render the Sabbath a day of agreeable rest. Mus- 1 quitoes and other insect pests have, however, to be taken into considera- , tion, particularly in dull or rainy weather, and will sometimes seriously interfeie with the pleasure of the most enthusiastic lover of nature. Such ; days are fortunately not numerous, and a little fortitude, with a reason- , able amount of good humour, will enable those in search of enjoyment to tide over a bad spell and laugh about it afterwards, and to look forward with pleased anticipation to the recurrence of the season for " camping out." i< i ••^fn: i f(7/i.,') H,} '^f' -mm ■, ■, J ^ ;•• U7»(»jr{} ;<;7' i >f i)>!j> :)'! r ••■f 'iHi -^^tub^u.i iii' ffUKi . MusKoka Land. .]/,.' -u^ ^I'n/ui -hhu.- \nuuu: -i ;i'''(u-^iUV ')(ii ,,■ i)fH,t(»> ''ORIGIN OF NAME/'^' ^*» T'fiJfr^'Kjqc r'jJfii.iK). .'<'i'}«j ftj •»>tf .ft 'j,J.f rp ,..:.[ The extensive region of Muskoka derives its beautiful ana euphonious name from the Indian word " Mus quo-tah," signifying " red ground," ; probably owing to the rusty iron and ochre-coloured sediments which may be seen in the soils of many of the fields and around the banks of the springs and streamlets of the country. • , , This tract is shown upon the Qjr/e de la Nouvelle France (Maps of New France), published by the early voyageurs and Jesuit Fathers, as lying between the country of the '■^ Ancien Pays des Ilmofts " (.Old Huron inhab- itants ^ who were destroyed and scattered by the Iroquois iu i64g), and the country of the ^^ Pays Outaouais" (Ottawa tribes). Lake Muskoka was then called by the French ^^ Petit Lac des Hurons,'' and Lake Simcoe ^^Lac '• Toronto." It is said that there is still a vestige of extensive Indian settle- ments, which appear to have at one time existed on the Georgian liay, at' points immediately opposite the west shores of the Lakes of Muskoka,^ probably not far from Moose Point. MtiUr. 'M\i <3> riu;M. FEATURES OF THE COUNTRY. •*<'*^ l>^>ib a m .*J'»«»:| :m M-:»*hI t»/i./l The topography of this country is perfiaps more diversified with lakes, . rivers, low, rocky mountain ranges, with fertile belts interlarded thereiQ>^ than any portipn of Ontario* On approaching the Severn River, whichi 'V ii ii ■m ■i iii 4 : d II' 42 f( Picturesque Canada" forms the boundary between Muskoka and the fine counties of Simcoe and Ontario, an abrupt change in the rock formation occurs ; running north- ward, in either North Orillia or Rama, a pure limestone deposit is tra- versed nearly throughout these townships, when suddenly the limestone disappears entirely, and we encounter a vast and rugged formation of granite and gneiss, which contiiiues for hundreds of miles, save limited deposits of crystallised limestone, which have been discovered in the town- ships of Watt and Hagerman. Nor is this marked change alone confined to land and rock ; the properties of the waters differ as widely ; the wa- ters of Muskoka are much darker and softer, and do not, when used for culinary and steam purposes, leave behind sediments, incrustations or scales, which is one of the chief difficulties in the use of steam boilers on Lake Simcoe and other more southerly expanses of water. The Lakes of Muskoka are deeper than those of Simcoe ; and, although lying to the north of Simcoe chain, yet t^e '.e '«on of navigation has, so far, been de- cidedly longer than that of i>!m« .^jr. In concluding this branch of our subject, we say to those of our readers who have visited the Thousand Islands, and the country abcv't G!»nar^T"e, Kingston Mills, Clayton, and Alexandra Bay, on the River St. Lawrt'T\re, that they will see much in Mus- koka to remind them of the localities which we have just named, ii . wiuui, - - ioi ,,» SETTLEMENT OF THE COUNTRY.rv.qr^t l.'t,- Ji'>< f:')!-] ihi- The district was thrown open for settlement by the Crown Lands De- partment some fifteen or sixteen years ago, and, notwithstanding the in- hospitable appearance of the approaches to the country, the settlement has made material progress, as by the census returns of 1861 Muskoka had about 300 souls, and at the next decade the census returns show a popu- latio' 1 Muskoka district proper of from 8,000 to 10,000 souls ; and if we add t^ this the outlying portions which generally pass under the name of Muskoka, it will swell the population equal to that of a pretty respectable county. , , . • • . :>.'{ r:., ,':T«J{j/'i t ^^>{ ' "^"^ LAKES. |.,,.y ^rj rf 4 r:i^^i>jfdiK| ■,( :r*n . ! i The lakes are to be numbered by the score, and are of every variety of form and size, studded with richly-wooded islets and headlands. The principal lakes on our route are Nipissinf^, Muskoka, Lake of Bays, Ros- seau, Joseph, Vernon, Skeleton, Mary, Fairy and Peninsula. The first named is the most remote and much the largest of our lakes ; it has not yet been utilized for steam navigation purposes. Lakes Muskoka, Ros- seau and Joseph have been united at a moderate expenditure, and now afford easy and uninterrupted navigation throughout for steamers, a dis- tance, in a direct line, of nearly fifty miles, and in addition to the attrac- tion for tourists, these lakes have been of great utility in settling up the country, even before the advent of steam navigation here. At Hunisville^ sixteen miles by stage from Bracebridge, the inland chain of lakes, Mary, fairy and Vernon^ are now utilized for steam navigation purposes, and foi als SOI be fori con moi nea and Hoi nortl ever) shoot whicl . ■ \n /[. One in Mu: ous ch ticablt and r' but i,t A Guide to the Korthem Lakes, 43 M ■!."! i icty of The Ros- ; first foim an attractive steamboat route. The magnificent Lake of Bays has also followed in the list of steamboat routes. I FISHING, J All the lakes and streams of this region afford more or less fishing. The south branches of Muskola and Maganetawan Rivers are considered to be our best sporting streams. Bracebridge is the starting point for the former, and Rosseau for the latter ; there are also some minor trout streams contiguous to the villages of Gravenhurst, Bracebridge and Rosseau. Sal- mon trout, bass and pickerel are to be had in all the lakes ; maskinonge near Bala, at the outlet of Lake Muskoka, and also in the Severn River and Sparrow Lake, and at the head of the Lake Joseph, near the Summit House, at Port Cockburn. '. : . - < . : v ;(.•; 1-M SHOOTING. Good deer shooting to be had almost everywhere ; also moose deer shooting north of the Maganetawan, and about Lake Nijiissing; more or less duck shooting everywhere where the shore is not too bold and precipitous ; some wild-goose shooting at Nipissing ; partridges and hares are abundant on the suitable grounds, which are scattered throughout the region. ^ '.» - , i • • i <..: u. . MAKING A PORTAGE— MUSKOKA RIVER. BR ACEBRIDGE TO LAKE OF BAYS AND FAIRY LAKE. One of the most invigoraiing and pleasant modes of enjoying a summer outing in Muskf ika is that of a " canoe trip. " Among the many routes which the numer- ous cha'.iis of inland lakes and rivers present, the one here set out is the most prac- ticable,, combining with the best fishing a constant change of characteristic lake and river scene. Experienced -.df x^F'-*^''''^?' ■■iii. no ,-;mi,vh h.m{ii\\\ (Tf. i-'( '* ftM.-ir .d M 46 "Picturesque Canada,'' \ ' I • ■;•■ I ;.> 5 If'f'; Haganetawan* This village, named after the river ("the smooth-flowing water") is 34 miles north of Rosseau. It is situated midway between Rossean and Nipissing, on an excellent highroad, on the line of water communication that connects Lake Aumick on the one hand and See-seeb,with its far stretching affluents of rivCT suiU lakes on u I I I MUSKOKA (ff >i.f the other. Its central position makes it an advantageous halting place for the tourist, and the intending settler. In the neighbourhood is some of the best land- that is to be found in the district ; the fishing, consisting of trout, bass, and picks erel, is unequalled ; partridges abound, and deer are plentiful. Within a hour, distance from here is White Lake, said to be literally teeming with speckled troutt Doe Lake, farther up the river, is also rich in scenery and sport. This region is decidedly the best in Muskoka foi' deer shooting, duck shooting, and all kinds of fish. The rivers and lakes in continuous chains, can be ascended and descended in ' A Guide to fJie Northmm Lales. 47 canoes and boats nmid the best of sport. Spccl(le' This Railway is of itself a novelty, being construc- ted on the " narrow guage," or 3 feet 6 inches wide, to accomodate the district of the Caledon Hills through which it runs. The cars are commodious, and parlour coaches are run on the Through Express Trains. After leaving Toronto the railway crosses the '* H umber," winding in many curves down and up the high river banks. The district tributary to the railway is of high cultivation, and the trip through the Caledon Mountains ope of much interest, At Orangeville^ a INDIAN FALLS. cjia i!j 48 •.■-^ 'yPicHreBque Canada" i-S- * rising town of 3,000 inhabitants, is a refreshment station, and the junction with the Teeswater and Owen Sound Branches. The former gives the best rail connection from the County of liruce, the Town of Teeswater, Wingham, Harriston, and Mount Forest, to the Georgian Bay. On the River Credit and Caledon Lakes with easy reach of Orangeville, excellent trout fishing is obtainable. Information and excellent accomodation ob- tainable at the Wilson House and Queen's Hotel. On the Owen Sound Branch are many spots where holiday seekers can enjoy first class brook trout fishing, and among them may be mentioned, ^ Shelburney (64 miles,) ** Hornings Mills," (5 miles,) afford good sport. Fh^hfrtov. C86 mil es.) Miinshaw's Hotel is the centre for visiting the upper waters of the Beaver Eiver^ on which is good ** fly fishing." The beautiful " Eugenia FaiVs are within 5 miles, and the River Saugeen reached by daily stage of 16 miles. Markdale, (93 miles,) also gives access ^o the River Saugeen and to several small inland lakes, in which are trout of large size. The River Spey Tind River Sydenham close to Chatworth, (109 miles,) are well known sporting rivers. Campbell's Hotel is the resort of many sportsmen. Owen Soundy the northern terminus of the Toronto, Grey and Bruce Rail- way is a most delightful resort for tour ists and families. The Falls and many pleasant drives in the neighbourhood, the facility for boating upon one of the loveliest bays in Canada, and first class hotel accomodation at reasonable rates combine to make a stay enjoyabie. The Coulson House is recommended. Inglis Falls y Patowa- tamie and Indian Falls are all within three miles of the town. Steamers for Wiarton, Colpoy's Bay, and the Peninsula, leave daily, and the magnificent steamers of the Collingwood and Lake Superior Line, and Georgian Bay Transport- ation, connect with all the points of interest on the Georgian Bay aiJid il.lj(ji'.iNlA KALl-.^. HuvfjNGLIS FALLS, Lake Superior. :|f Jt^tmifi* A Guide to ilie NorUverrt Lakes. 49 I! The Georgian Bay. atowa- Falls miles amers jlpoy's nsula, the ers of and , and isport- aii\d This heaUhful iaml-lockc«l offshoot uf Lake Huron has long been known as a favourite resort of the tourist. Upon its shores are many }>leasant towns, among which are— i ' > , CoUingivood, a town of some 3,000 inhabitants, and from its favourable geo^rA' phical position bids fair to become the culrei>ot of tlic Through business with the Great North West. Whatever rivals it may have on the southern shores of the Upper Lakes, it will retain its supremacy as being the shortest and (piickest line of access between Lakes Huron and Superior and Toronto and the heart of Ontario. The industries of the town are mainly applied to lumber and the preparation of supplies for the North shore. The "Christian Islands," near by, are pleasant fields for expedition, and tha Hotels are excellent and reasonable. (See Advts. ) Four hours by cxpress'train, with drawing-room cars attached, bring the tourist from Toronto to CoUingwood by the Northern Railway, the short cut from Lake Ontario to the Upper Lakes. The Hamilton & North-Western, passing through the Caledon and Blue Mountains is the pleasant route from Hamilton and vicinity to CoUingwood. Mi'd/ordy 24 miles from CoUingwood, is healthfully luated under the shelter of Cape Rich, a bold headland stretching 10 miles out iiuo the Hay. The •* Big Head" and " Beaver" rivers are celebrated for theii Paul's Hotel can be recommended. ieir brook trout. *? _ I J . ^1" Owen Sound, with a po{)U- Iilion of 3,000, is at the toot of a deep land-locked Uay. In its situation and ^_\ neighbourhood are high hills r J and intersecting rivers, which i are full of interest. ■' The boating and fishing are of the best ; and the Toronto, Grey & Bruce Kail- way gives easy access to the sporting grounds of the in- terior and with Toronto. ^ Penetangiiishene, now ~ reached by the North Sini- cTi?AAyri?Dc AT fwxTv-tj crviTTvirk ■ ^"^ branch of the Northern STEAMERS AT OWEN SOUND. Railway in five hours from Toronto, is one of the historic spots of Canada. It was once the Naval Depot on the Upjier Lakes of the British navy, and under the waters of its harbour lie the remains of four gun boats. In olden days it was the point of departure for the canoes of the old Indian traders to Lake Superior, and in later days to all points on Lake Huron, being the northern terminus of Yonge Street, then the only road or portage from Lake Ontario. The channels between the many islands which dot the entrance to the harbour are excellent for Pickerel, Maskinonge and Bass fishing. Pleasant excursions can be made from here to Midland City, Mouth of the Severn Parry Sound &c. ^^' z'*^''" i-* "• .»""*i.f' •a ,.jv .t«v^i>M-^i^t3- -■it^fti^^y'j'ifi*_'f^,-iTfii:^ji:**. The Clarkson House, on a height overlooking the Bay, is recommended, f^^ ■■..s :il m ■■■■ f I *• M li; m I< K i>^ flr«*--' ,.■■., ^..J.^^ .■,L,--^i.«-r,*i.aj^«- . 50 Ivh" Pictv/resque Oanada!^ .^ IVaubaHsheney reached by the Midland Railway from Orillia and Port Hope, I3 another excellent headquarter for the sportsman. Sturgeon Bay, Midland Bay, the Severn and Cold water rivers, with the best of Bass and Maskinonge fishing, are in the neighbourhood, and Partridge shooting in abundance, in season. Daily communication by steamer from Peuetanguishene. u :. » - ,- if r.r.'J Parry Sound and the P^vi'y Island A^hipela^k The round trip, combining both the Georgian Bay and Lakes of Muskoka, can be made in two directions. Either 7)ia CoUingwood, Penetanguishene or Waubau* shene, steamers tri-weekly from each place, or having arrived at the head waters of the Lakes of Muskoka by stage from Rosseau, 24 miles from Port GDckbum, 18 miles to Parry Sound a large and flourishing village, beautifully situated at the mouth of Seguin River> and upon a capacious and safe harbour of the Georgian Bay. i^arry Sounds being one of the most important points on the North Shore of the Georgian Bay, is rapidly improving, and contains a population at present of about 1,000 souls. It is the capital of the vast territorial district ol the same name, and contains three fine large lumber manufacturing establishments, extensive merca'^t'le establishments, churches, schools, court-house, registry office, hotel, stipend ary magistrate, customs officer, Indian agent, printing office, with a weekly news- paper. Several colonization roads lead to and from the iiiterior, all terminating at this village. Two of these roads — the Parry Sound Road and the Great Northern Road— are already, for a considerable portion of their length, made first-class roads, and the work is still going on, enabling parties to go or come. The tickets include railway, steamer and stage fares, but the tourist must, when pur- chasing, state in which direction he intends to proceed. The steamers of the Georgian Bay Transportation Company are elegantly equipped. The scenery surrounding the channels of approach to Parry Sound is rtlost picturesque and charming. lo.ooo islands have been counted by the geogra- l^hers of the Georgian Bay, and the largest number form together this archipelago. Tne steamers pass through their midst a perfect "naze " of channels. The Chicago and Gollingwood and Ogdensburgh Line. In connection with the Northern Railway, splendid steamers of this Line sail twice a week from Spencer's Docks, Chicago, and twice a v/eek from CoUingwood, calling at Milwaukee and connecting with all points in the West. They pass through Lake Michigan thence by the Straits of Mackinac to Lake Huron. Mackinac is a most attractive summer resort in Northern Michigan. Historically it teems with reminiscence^ of the early struggles between the English, French and Indians for its possession. The old stockade and fortifications still remain perched on high cliffs. The island is about nine miles broad, and fine carriage drives inter- sect it at all parts. Many points of natural interest exist. — Point Look-outy a sheer precipice 200 feet high. The Arch Rock, a natural arch 150 ieet above the lake, with a span of 90 feet. The Lover's Leap, Maiden's Rock, Scull Cave, &c., each with their attendant tradition of Indian love and revenge. A sail through the Straits past these picturesque scenes is uioot enjoyable. The Steamers of the A Ouide to the Northern Lakes. 61 t4ope, U nd Bay) hiing, are Daily ?J. .. I. ' I '*- ;oka, can Waubau* waters of bum, 1 8 id at the Georgian jre of the of about ame, and iierca'^t'le ipend ary Jy news- ng at this Northern first-class tic. The /hen pur- elegantly is rtlost geogra- lipelago. Line sail ngwood, hey pass >n. istorically ench and 1 perched ves inter- /, a sheer the lake, &c., each ough the rs of the Georgian Bay Transportation Company also make 3i)ecial Excursions to Mackinac during the summer season^ I" '!;i.('»»' •' Lr » ; t.,;- . ' f ? , i-a; f -nu i*\A{U Crossing the North end rtf Lake Huron, the Chicago Line enters the beautiful Georgian Bay through the Straits between Cove Island and the noble headland named Cabot's Head. The Toronto and Ogd^nsbUrgh Line on L.ike Ontario connect at Toronto with the Northern Railway, and at Ogdensburgh with the Ogdensburgh and Lake Cham- plain & Vermont Central Railways. A splendid Through Route between Boston, Portland, the White Mountains and New England in the East, and Chicago, Mil- waukee and all points in the West, is thus formed by this j^reat Through Line with all the advantages of cheap travel, and a tour through the beauties of the Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario, the Georgian Bay, Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. ./ fi; LAKE SUPERIOR. Of all the routes to this grand fresh water sea, that taken by the Collingwood L^kc Superior Line of splendid upper cabin steamers is the favourite, avoiding as it does the open waters of Lake Huron, and passing through the sheltered waters of Georgian Bay, the great North Manitouhn Channel, and around the north shore of Lake Superior. The Georgian Bay Transportation Co. steamers take the same route from Collingwood as far as Sault Ste. Marie. Leaving Collingwood at 6 p.m., in the cool of the evening, after calling at Mea- ford and Owen Sound, the steamer takes a direct course up the Bay, the Blue Mountains, which form the southern shores, gradually sinkmg below the horizon. Killarney is reached in the morning. At this place, formerly called, in the Indian tongue, ** She-ba-wa-na-ning," or ** H»5re is a channel," commences the charming island scenery of the ■ • h Great North Manitoulin ChanneL To the north the lofty granite clifTs of the La Cloche mountains rise 200 feet above the lake, to the south the Great Manitoulin Island, in Indian days supposed to be the abode of ** The Manitou," or " Great Spirit," wards off the waves of Lake Huron. A correspondent of the Forest and Stream thus describes the scene : — " Islands succeed islands in an un- broken continuity hour after hour as we glide on ; islands of every con- ceivable size and shape, more numerous than the Thousand Islands of the St. Lawrence many times multiplied ; islands barren, wooded, sandy, rocky, columnar, gracefully rounded, precipitous and gently sloping, wind-swept and storm-polished, large, diminutive, and infinitesimal ; reefs widely spreading, and submarine monoHths whose peaks barely project above the surface. There is a breadth v-^rid sweep and never-ending change in the panorama which is all-absorbing to a mind intent upon the picture. For one hundred and seventy miles we steam through this island scenery ! In the calm repose of a summer's morning, when the waves are stilled and the face of the lake gleams like polished glass, the shadows fall heavily from the indented shores, and every rock and tree is sharply outlined and reproduced inverted in the mirror. Then we seem to float on airy nothing, looking upward into cloudland and downward into cloudland, into depths ■4V *3 i, ^!: m *' Picturesque Canada,'* above and below that seem illiniitable. There is very Httle animil Hfe upon the islands. The main land is a continuous upheaval of bare Lau- -rentian billows of granite that once were molten. There is but a scanty growth of trees. Sweeping blasts have scathed them and frequent fires blasted out their vitality. There are very few houses and but little culti- vation. Occasionally a bark canoe glides from behind a point, and at in- tervals a solitary fisherman's hut is descried. Were it not for the gaunt Avhite gulls that hover over our wake or keep vigil on the rocks, this would be a solitude. '* In places the flinty strata of rocks yield a mineral wealth sufficient to induce the sinking of a mining shaft, or the back country affords a supply of furs which necessitates the establishment of a trading post and depot. At these the steamboat touches^ sometimes to take in wood, some' imes to land a passenger, and anon to discharge some freight." After Manitow ailing, a rising settlement on the island ; next on tiie route, comes Little Current, another hamlet, and here a tide sets between the islands with a four-knot current. It is said the tide is caused by the wind, that it sets in whichever direction the wind is blowing at the time. Still fur- ther on is the picturesque Hudson's Bay Company post, called La Cloche, with its sunny white buildings, red-roofed. The water is shoal for two miles out from the shore, so that all supplies for the post have to be landed and received at an isolated hut far off. When the boat arrives, great birch canoes, manned by Indians of every hue and degree of miscegenation, put out from the distant shore, and with sturdy arms and many paddles, skim over the intervening space. From the stern of the foremost may fly the red flag of England, and under its official legis a fleet of HglU canoes, filled with lads and squaws and their pappooses, follow in the rear. When they have reached the steamboat landing, the men and boys squat in line /upon the shore and motionless watch the bustling operations of landing freight. Tlie squaws sit in their canoes and nurse their progeny, never wincing under the scrutiny of the glasses levelled at them from the pro- menade deck. When the boat deparcs, the aboriginal coterie, having filled up the measure of this little episode in life, paddle back to head- quarters. Gore Bay, one of the most important points upon Manitoulin Island, and the principal port to the Free Grant Lands, is next touched at. At the Bruce Mines, 2P7 miles from Collingwood, are the huge chimney stacks and shops and piles of copper ore and ranges of hovels two miles long that belong to the great company that delves the precious metal from the bowels of the surrounding earth. The works have cost over a quarter of a million of dollars. Bear Lake is next passed, and after tne Nib3esh Ripids we presently enter the serpentine St. Mary's River, with its Indian reservation and vil- lages upon the Canadian side, and an occasional farm on the Michigan shore. For'.y miles more, and we reach Sault Ste. Marie, with its foaming , rapids, its great ship canal, and the rival villages that confront each other from cither shore. Here, if one elects to tarry, he will find good fishing. a c a s c tl h an( 9 or, loc be the as, wa sue the A Guide to the Northern Lakes, 53 head- 'sently nd vil- There are numerous Indians on hand to lend their services and canoes, and if the sportsman will try the Garden River, on the Canada side, he can fill his creel with trout. Sixteen miles below the Sault is Hay Lake and its outlet, affording fine trouting and good duck shooting in their re- spective seasons. There is a very comfortable hotel at S^ult Ste. Marie, called the Chippewa House. The Canadian side is more picturesque, and there are some fine private residences there. Cameron's Hotel is excel- lently kept and nicely situated on the banks of the river. The Mcaters of Lake Superior here pour over the Saitli S/e. Marie Falls There is no one bold single fall, but a continuous rapid of about three- quarters of a mile in length, the waters rushing down with great fury and breaking in huge waves over the rocks. •. y I'l'. U.\ -j/i; ::jlrn SAULT ST. MARIE FALLS. it .'f On the American side is the great ship canal, with locks 359 iee^ long and 70 feet wide, but which are now being enlarged. ',>, Tourists can either stop over and go on by the next steamer of the line, or, during the delay of about four hours while the steamer is passing the locks, enjoy some fishing or "run the rapids ; *' canoes and two men can be hired at fifty cents for each person. The white-fish of the Sault are the finest and firmest of the lakes. It is interesting to watch the Indians as, poling their canoes up the surging rapids, they peer through the clear waters to discover the fish swimming in the channels in the rocks, when suddenly dropping down with the swift current, they sweep them out with their long-handled scoop net. : UiiJ^ Qii/ni\H t'J 54 /'P icturesque Canada,") '^O! \i> \ ti The North Shore of Lake Snperior. 'fnf''T -^"'r »>'!'>• If: "I Through the Sault and into Lake Superior ! We have traversed one vast Mediterranean, and another is before us. Lake Superior is 460 miles long, 170 miles broad ; its depth is 800 feet, being 200 feet below the level of the Atlantic. It is only now that we begin to realize the immensity of these inland seas. The voyage for duration is like a journey to Europe. Great ships of thousands of tons burthen, traverse its highways, and storms that are not surpassed in violence sometimes agitate its depths. One hundred miles we speed after losing sight of land, and then arrive at Michipico- ton Island and river. Here in summer the boats tarry a few hours that excursionists may pick up agates along the pebbly shore or catch huge trout in the adjacent waters. Were it not that larger fish can be taken in the Nepigon, the size and quantity of these would seem amazing, some of the agates found here are of unusual beauty and transparency. The light-house keeper, who has a sort of monopoly of the business, in that he has thoroughly raked the placers, will sell a pint of them for about a dollar. Hence to Prince Arthur's Landing and Fort William the distance is 306 miles. The latter place is ninety-six miles east of the Nepigon. Boats generally go through direct and touch at the latter place on their Stiver fs/el \s the next port. These far-famed mines are of untold value and are valued, it is said, at not less than $18,000,000, Silver Islet — almost of solid silver — was originally a rock but a few yards long that rose from the waves a half mile from the main land. Delving into it, and following the shining vein, the miners have sunk their shaft six hundred feet down into the pyramid, and bringing the debris to the surface have enlarged their insular domain, protected it with massive cribs, and erected their engine houses and other buildings thereon, struc- tures of massive timbers tret-nailed and bolted together, to resist the winds and waves that beat with mighty force upon this coast. The "lead" trends north-east, and the miners are now working under the lake, taking the risk of their uncertain roof falling through and letting in the mass of waters that flow overhead. Upon the main land are the company's stores, and other works, and other shafts now being sunk to head off the lead. Steam tugs ply to and from the island and bring over the precious ore and the gangs of labourers employed. So strict are the rules and pre- cautions against pilfering, that each miner is obliged to strip and be searched before he leaves the islet. Specimens can be purchased at the office. ■ . ' • ,'-.'■ '^'.. Thunder Bay, the grer. point of interest of the route fs now entered, a grand expanse of water i./enty miles in diameter, encircled by an amphi- theatre of fantastic hills and guarded at its portal by Thunder Cape, a rug- ged headland of columnar basaltic trap 1,350 feet high. When the Steam- er's whistle sounds, the reverberations leap and re-echo from point to 'i rsed one 800 feet, >e inland ^at ships that are hundred ichipico- mrs that ;ch huge can be amazing, iparency. iiness, in them for stance is Nepigon. ; on their )f untold ,000,000. It a few ain land, unk their debris to . massive n, struc- he winds 'Mead" e, taking mass of 's stores, the lead. :ious ore and pre- ) and be ed at the itered, a amphi- e, a rug- ; Steam- point to A Guide to tlie Korthem Lakes, 55 point of the entire circumference of the bay. But when the Titanic voice of the thunder-blast rolls through the broad expanse, it resounds with : "I ■ .on I ' ■ ... . '*■ N»;j. .i^^^ >- a ■:*-l». :• > ;.•/;: mighty intonations that shake the cliffs and split the air, and give to cape and bay their most appropriate name. It is the tongue of the Great Spirit, Nana-bijoo, that speaks. But, alas J for the reputation of the Indian 66 '' Picturesque Canada" ! I ■^'*1 l-v storm-god ! That divinity once Upon a time gfot drunk^ and lying down upon the summit of the cliffs, never rose again. His gigantic form can even now be seen plainly limned in the outline of the adjacent mountain ridge. It has been the custom of the Ir lians to toss him a bit of tobacco, by way of a propitiatory offering, as they pass ! To the South-west is seen McKays Mountain, and further to the left the peculiarly shaped Pic Island, its form resembling a gigantic pork pie. Prince Arthtir's Landing is fast rising into importance, and now num- bers some 3,000 inhabitants. The building of the Pacific Railway and the increasing hopes of the silver mines in its neighbourhood are giving it a great start onwards. It is the point of departure for Fort Garry, via the Dawson Road. There are two good hotels with ample accommoda- tion for the Tourist who should wait over and make some of the excursions to the many places of interest in the neighbourhood. The Canada Pacific Railway, now in course of construction to Winnipeg and already opened for 113 —.iles, will soon form the Great Canadian highway to Manitoba and the Far West. By it access is obtained to the Shebandowan and many other Lakes inland. (See 7 age 6). *?--r;,:A'^' ^^'^ MCKAY'S MOUNTAIN. A Mosl pleasant excursion can be made by small tug up the Kaminis- tiquia river to Pointe Hk Muron^ a distance of 12 miles, to the head of navigation, from where a magnificent view of Thunder Bay and the mighty ranges which encircle it like an amphitheatre can be obtained. Pigeon River y the boundary between the United States and Canada, and having fine Falls. Current River, with rushing rapids arid silver mines. Amethyst Bay, where the beautiful amethyst veins are found in abun- dance. SilviT Harbour^ Tht s A and Shuniah silver mines^ and the ing down form can mountain ■ tobacco, jst is seen aped Pie ow num- ilway and re giving rarry, via ommoda- xcursions la Pacific ly opened Manitoba 3wan and Caminis- head of J mighty Pigeon having mines. n abun- and the A Guide to ike Northern Lakes^ 67 numerous trout streams, will all give plenty to do and to amuse during the stay. For/ William is reached either by the new road or by boat, a pull of about two miles, or by the Prince Arthur Branch of the Canada Pacific R. R. It is the oldest Hudson Bay post on Lnke Superior, on the banks of the Kaministiquia River, a sluggish stream, winding with many a turn at the foot of McKafs Mountain^ named after one of the early residents at the Hudson Bay post. The ascent although somewhat difficult is well worth making. Following an Indian trail for about 4 miles, the precipit- ous sides of the mountain are ascended and the summit reached, about 1,200 feet above the level of the lake. Directly beneath winds like a silver thread the Kaministiquia River, dividing where it flows into Thunder Bay, into many channels, justifying its name which means in the original 'many mouthed stream." ",'f / » .' ' ' THE KAKABEK AH FALLS. Eastward across the bay at the distance of 25 miles, rises the lofty wall ot Thunder Cape and attendant ranges. Then Pie Islands, the Welcome Islands, and far beyond them out in the broad water of the lake Isle Roy ale a portion of the United States, to the left the Pointe k Muron range, with the river winding through them and the course of the Canad:\ Pa- \ m " Picini'hque iki^iada!' ] 1 ■. i I 1 -'K ciliti"1^at!way stretching far away through miles of forest. The front of the mountain is a sheer cliff of 300 feet high to the first ledge, and from its giddy height an unbroken view of all the country round for 50 miles delights the eye. ' ^' ''V ■'" ■''■" ■•" ^ * v -- t .;• /.J :■ ,X^t£ Kakiibckah Falls one of the grandest spectacles in the north-west are now, that the . railway is constructed, quite easy of access. Canoes and Indians are taken out by train to a point about 6 miles above the Falls. The river is then followed to within a short distance above the cataract when a portage is made around the Falls which exceed in height and present a striking general resemblance to those at Niagara. ,.,,,< , Rejoining the canoes a run down the rapids brings the party to the mouth of the river in from three to four hours. From Prince Arthur's Landing the steamers of the Collingwood line go on to Diilulh, '*The Zenith City of the unsalted seas," of all places the most written of and talked of in the United States. It is advantageously situ- ated at the extreme head of Lake Superior, and by railway connection with the interior will, without doubt, some day justify the glorious prophe- cies which heralded its birth. Here the steamers commence the return trip, having been joined by tourists from Chicago, St. Paul, Manitoba, &c., and picking up any who have "stopped off" at Thunder Bay, return by the same route, as previously described, to Collingwood. The tickets which include state-rooms and meals, are good to stop off at any place on the route, and then proceed again by any steamer of the line. The scenery along the route runs through the whole gamut of landscape view — the rugged cliffs of Lake Superior, the fairy islets of the Manitoulin channel, and the green hills of the shores of the Georgian Bay. The climate is notably clear and bracing, and the route being protected, every- thing can be enjoyed. Whether it be for the return trip from either Toronto or Duluth, or for the single trip in one direction, opportunity is given for what is, beyond all question, the Cheapest^ Most Invigorating and Grandest Trip on the continent. I •■ti. •\^ Duluth has a population of about 3000. The " Clark House " is a well situated hotel and can be recommended. Here is the terminus of the Northern Pacific Railway connecting in 24 hours to Winnipeg thus forming with the *' Collingwood Line " the short- est and cheapest lake and rail route between Ontario and Manitoba. The resident agent of the Company attends the arrival of trains and steamers, and every facility is afforded to the traveller. At Fargo the railway crosses the *' Red River" giving comhiunication with the best lands of Dakota and at Bismarck connection is made with the Missouri river steamers to Fort Benton and all places in the north- west and with stages for The Black Hills, Through tickets to all North- Westerh points are issued by the Collingwood Line. > i-i*- •*>') ifU^- ^ ^^ -.i Oijbide to the Northern Lakes. 59 >•?' height The Dalles of the St. Louid. f These famous natural curiosities are in the neighbourhood of Duluth upon the Line of the St. Paul and Duluth Railway which following the course of the river skirts its banks throughout the whole ecluse being thu3 in full view from the trains. Between Thomson and Fond du LaCy a distanec of four miles, tha River St. Louis makes its rapid decent of 400 feet, to the level of Lake Superior. The torrent rushes down, roaring and tumbling over the ser- rated rocks, whose jagged edges oppose its progress. Enclosed between high steep banks, the confined waters dashing into white foam, contrast with the deep shades of the lofty pines which crown the heights, the whole forming a weird and romantic scene. 1.. j ic , ,,; .,1 , 1; " is a ! St Paul and Minneapolis. The twin cities at the head of navigation of the Mississ- ippi, are within easy distance of Duluth. Their surround- ings abound in picturesc(ue spots, and fine hotels, the Me- tropolitan and Merchants' at St. Paul, the Nicollet at Min- neapolis, make conveniei t centres during a visit to the neighbourhood. Among the summer resorts of Minnesota, close by are White Bear Lake and Spirit Islands, Lake Minnetonka, the Falls of St. Antony, the Dalles of the St. Croix, Fort Snelling one of the earliest of the frontier forts, perched up< n a commanding bluff at the junction of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers ; but above and beyond all in interest are the romance encircled Falls of Minnehaha. 'if'' .■■■(>, h 5)' MINNEHAHA FALLS. f, "Sweet Minnehaha like a child at play ,^^. ., j. ,., , , , Comes gaily dancing o'er her pebbly way, ^ !! , • ,, j -,jTill meeting, with surprise, the rocky ledge, "'^ ' ^*^- \Vilh gleeful laugh, bounds from its crested edge." ,^ !,j ,".1. it. \ i\ ■> Hit GO . ' > A !! I^hturesqv^ Canada** ,, ', > \. Hiawatha, Paupau Kewis, and all their attendant Indian braves are no longer creatures of a poets fancy, here they lived and left a halo of tradition and romance that peoples the leafy groves and gives vivid utterance to the murmuring of the; rippling waters. M< t .l,".>'i Manitoba. nut, iiu, i ( .vd ; III -nn • ■Mil ffitji' As a route of communication between Manitoba and Ontario, the " Collingwood Line " is by far the best. From Duluth by the Northern Pacific Railway, with express trains and splendid sleeping cars, direct, it is but a 24 hours run to IVinnipe^. The Lake route, via Collingwood and Lake Superior, is but one day longer than by all rail, being, as will be seen by reference to the maps, almost a direct line along one side of a triangle, instead of passing southward toward Detroit and Chicago, thence northward again to St. Paul. Passengers save via Duluth, one thousand miles of rail travel, and while enjoying the comfort of rest and the best of accomodation upon the steamers, arrive at their destination fit for work in- stead of wearied by their journey. A day longer on the trip is more than compensated for by thi invigorating results of the sail over ** the Great Lakes. ' '.,■•••■'■ •i'-'iit' ..'■•■ •■ <■;■ ^ \ t^ On the north shore ot Lake Superior, and on the route of the " Colling- wood Line" Steamers, is the noble Nepigon Bay. Entrance is by the straits between lofty islands and cliffs 1,500 feet from base to summit ragged with shattered rocks or clad with verdure, or past small islets bare hold- ing ground for a few small trees. At the mouth of the river is the famed Red Rock, sacred to the Manitou, and carved with hieroglyphics the marks and relics of early Indian visits. Of this rock, from time immemorial, has the Indian ** Calumet" or pipe of peace been made, and far down upon the Mississippi, and in Mexico in the mounds or tumuli of extinct races are found samples of its peculiar stone. Half a mile from here is the Hudson Bay post. \ Good fishing can be had at the first rapid, one and a half miles above the mouth, but to ascend the river it is necessary to obtain canoes and Indians, either at Little Current (Abrey Bros.,) the Sault (John Cameron, Canada side,) or at Prince Arthur's Landing ; one canoe is necessary for each tl\i;ee piembers of the party, or if much baggage is taken for each two. •■?. -;-r r .., -..^- I Heavy supplies, such as flour, pork and bread, can be purchased at the Hudson Bay Fort ; but tea, bacon, and all other delicacies should be brought from below. Blankets, tents, &c., and full camping-out equipage is necessary, as there are no settlers on the river, the wild Indian and an occasional Hud- son Bay Voyageur will be the only parties met with. A trip of ten days will take a party up the lake and down again with ample time for fishing at all the best points. I Sain Spe( Bass Mas A Guide to tlie NortJiern Lakes. Gl ")ni 11^ '!( . bove and ■eron, y for each tthe be as [U( ling The river is 45 miles long to the great Nepigon Lake at its head, and is broken by 15 falls, at all of which good fishing can be obtained. ,,;i 1,, It has an average width of 200 feet, but at frequent intervals widens out into lakes of 2 miles wide. Camping ground is excellent every where, and although some of the portages are of considerable length the *' trails " are well broken. < The fish of the Nepigon River are the true " brook trout," but run to a size, perhaps without parallel any where, an average of 3 lbs. being easily obtainable, while many will touch the beam at 6 lbs. Clear casting room may be had every where, strong rods and tackle are needed with light rod also for fishing the shallows ; red and brown hackle give best success ; flies must be of good size. The latter end of July, August, and September are the best months, as the flies will have disap- peared, and the trout spawn later than in other localities. In September partridge are plentiful, and a few bear, but no other game. Warm cloth- ing is indispensable. .,:.^^ f „,„.;,,,::,;;:,,,, ,,, hi. .■•>.-.'P;i'| xM;.,.-, MlliMJ,<,.vj ...,|( SEASONS FOR FISH AND GAME. < 5it,,- .jh ' .•.-.; ■ The Game Laws are strictly enforced throughout the Province of Ontario, and sport thereby greatly advantaged. Fish and game fmiy be taken within the following periods : r (r-.u . * < • ■ m ■ ' '""'■'^"'"•'•'■•1 SEASONS FOR SPORT. ;'"•■■■■"■•'' " ■■]'\ ' ii.<;; :)t'! - 1; fj-M. .. * .■;. I.; ,.: fish. '•!'•<''' ^'''^ '' ' ' i ' '■^'''' '' '*" ' ' Salmon and Lake Trout ist December to ist November. Speckled Trout, Brook & River Trout... 1st May to 15th September. Bass 15th June to 15th May. Maskinonge and Pickerel.,, 15th May to isth April. ' Deer 15th September to 15th December. Partridge and Grouse ist October to ist February. Duck 1st September to ist January. ., .. Woodcock.... 1st August to 1st January. ^ . .., r/; Snipe , 15th August to 1st May. " , • Qua'' ist October to ist January, ,; ' ,, ., Plover 1st November to ist May, . , ;: Hares or Rabbits ist September to ist March. i -fi.^ i M . (w ^ u Ml jjij^tg ^ ^ Camping Outfit ' - ' < =. .id - Should the tourist not go the length of building a shanty, good tents are a matter of the highest importance to him. An ordinary " ridge tent" holds six or seven very comfortably, and it is the most convenient form for general purposes. The ridge pole should generally be carried about from place to place, and the requisite number of tent-pins should always be on hand, uprights can easily be cut at any point on landing. Great care .1 ! G2 ♦ ■*' Picturesque Canada'* ! m sftmrfd )ot taken in t1i6 sfel<*dtibti' of *i'stte wiiich will not be flooded In csfse of rain. A deep trench should be dug on the upper side, opening at each side somewhat beyond the ends of the tent. The tent should be provided with a lantern which can be hung from the ridge, and also with a mus- quito bar. This allows good ventilation without affording admittance to mus((uitoes. lioats should be secured at some points on the lakes or be brought from elsewhere. They should be stoutly built, as they frequently come in contact with the rocks. The greatest caution should be used in landing in the dark. Many boats are, in a few days, rendered almost wholly un- seaworthy if they are not carefully handled in this respect. Clothing of the strongest materials is desirable, especially in the case ol those articles which are likely to come in contact with the rocks. Flannel shirts and woollen socks should be worn, and a tolerably warm coat should be taken up, as the nights are often cool. Old gaiter boots answer most of the purposes of the ordinary visitor. Unless he is very indifferent to flies and musquitoes, he will not care to visit any swamps. Two double blankets, wrapped and strapped in two yards of waterproof cloth, will constitute his portable bed. A jinusquito net for the head often comeS in conveniently in the evening. The principal cooking utensils are : — A pot, saucepan, frying pan, tea- pot, and the accompanying etceteras of iron spoons, dish-pans and towels. Tin cups, knives and forks, tin or thick earthenware plates, sugar cans, syrup jugs, waterproof tablecloth, etc., etc., may be added as the tourist desires. As to provisions, cabin bread, dressed l>eef, hairi, lard or butter, oatmeal porridge, tea, sugar, syrup, salt and rice will be found to be the standard articles, in addition to fish, desicated meats and condensed soups save much time and help the cook. Tea will be found much more satisfactory than coffee, as it can be taken without milk. Condensed or preserved milk is very convenient, but it is sometimes dispensed with. Three or four plum puddings, "ready made up," afford a good means of celebrat- ing Sundays or public holidays. Rice and syrup form the ordinary dessert course, canned fruits are very portable and form a pleasant change. Whiskey and tabacco can best be left to the discretion of the members o' each party— itierely warning them, however, that these articles di^^ ' much more rapidly on a cainping-out expedition than anywh .e. Brandy should be taken up for plum pudding sauce, and to resto. ite to those who may have suffered from drowning or great physical prostiation. Tobacco is a good protection against fiies while it is being smoked, whicl. is generally, therefore for a considerable portion of the twenty-four hours. If the excursionist happens on a lucky year, he can supplement his stores with any quantity of blue or huckleberries. These are found on islands wliich have once been burnt over, and where they occur they generally grow ia enormous quantities. Should the party include any good fishermen, no anxiety need be felt with respect to the meat holding out, for with per- severence and moderate skill enough 'fish can be caught for ordinary use. 1 in case : at each )rov'Kled I a mus- tance to brought come in landing liolly un- e case ot Flannel inn coat s answer idifTerent o double 19th, will comes in pan, tea- d towels. Tar cans, e tourist oatmeal standard ups save isfactory reserved Three or elebrat- dessert change. Inbers r>' |i«>n oe. ,ie to Isti.iiion. 1, wliicl lir hours. lis stores islands \\\y grow lermen, rith per- lary usae. ..V •Ir A Ouid^ % ' the Nofthern 'takes. 03 The labour of the party can be greatly lessoned by taking up an Indmrl or ofie of the local guides to act as cook, and sometimes as tishcrman. When a reliable man is secured, the pleasure of the party \b materially increased, freedom from domestic drudgery being a great aid to enjoying the beauties of the country. * "H^ The Feterboro' Lakes. Rice Lake^ 25 miles long and 3 broad, where is bass fishing and duck shooting of the best, is within easy reach of Cobourg by the I'clcrboro' and Marmora R. R., or the Midland Railway from I^ort Hope. At the Town of Peterhoro' are capital hotels. The Otanabee River ^ a sluggish stream some 20 miles in length, and 100 to 120 y.ards wide^ affords excellent sport in black bass, the sesson begins in June and la$t3 till October. From Peterboro' it is a drive of 7 miles to Hridgeworth, the starting point for ChemoHi( Lake. The land on either side the lake is under culti- vation, and studded with farm houses. There arc numerous islands c(jvered with shrubs and small trees. From here commences a chain of lakes foi' about 50 miles. Among them Buekhorn, iUack Duck, a.nd Lonesick Lakes ^ are good districts for deer hunting.^ 4*iiv km4m w '^ The Scugog Lakes. These arc reached at Lindsay by the Whitby and Port Perry Railway from Toroniolariq. nq ~ ^\'J^ >M A W H I V AG JJndsayxs the County Town and a place of some importance, being the centre of an important lumbering industry. The Scugog River here con- nects by a lock with the lake, nine miles further is Pigeon Lake and the Town of Bobcaygeon, where is a good hotel. In May, June and July muscalonge are plentiful, black bass, also grouse and large partridge, and deer also in season. A series of small lakes can be reached from here. Crandall's steamers connect daily from Lindsay with Sturgeon Lake. , , . < . •U' i«Tf;rjf«>l/I 'h( J \i< H)Tun\f' ><>.? uk ti!f>t;'.>;rfO'' ru Uixa .^.itnliitih Yi^' fM'J'.wl l»n!. vUikVihnl // *Mtii')"'* ^»:it ihi .orii; ; fi.tis(M'fr.«,Hif< n-iKpu: A i;4trrsbirri .n'vxr^itd '.Ijiil hm: i>'A 'hU H-^' v/'ifv 'if?' i; k\>nnfm(un )1 ,.<0 EiqiV«l*tT Imnar.vh'. . i »i1£>Ifl^tfe'^rlT j<;b*<*»in '■'>. •iS i ii it ':i i:: tap) m 64 " Picturesque Oanada^y ^ . 1^0*5 iniT •.nit ■•' ;..!!ni - :: ,y;m-\ .'\a ,\ ••:>,<»■ -,\V « H>1 jiui >•■ ; OOEUE YOEI & flOIT STEllTS, TORONTO. IT •- .'/<); DAVID WALKER, - - - Proprietor. ,U'vV This large prominent Hotel has recently been enlarged by FIFTY additional Bed Rooms, and is now fitted up with PASSENGER ELEVATOR, ELECTRIC BELLS, BATH ROOMS and all the modern improvements, making it one of the best arranged and copa- modious Hotels in the Dominion of Canada. ' ' ' ' ' ', ' It is situated close to the Grand Trunk and Great Western Rail- way Stations, and is convenient to the wharves of the Montreal and Niagara Steamboats ; also, to the leading Wholesale and Retail Houses, Parliament Buildings and Places of Amusement It commands a fine view of the Bay and Lake Ontario, rendering it a pleasant place of resort at all seasons for Tourists, Families, Com- mercial Travellers and Business Men. The Montreal Telegraph Co., have a branch office in the House. Street cars pass the Hotel to all parts of the city. Terms par Day :— $2.00 to $1.60, according to location of Room, and accommodation required. i '■,*- ss ^'^Qp^at* *tf. A Guide to the Northern Lakes. 65 E HOTEL, Cor. Huron and Hurontario Sts. .v.vrl-V V, V-- > '"^i^yy IV '.: .. \ mmm m^WhAMw, « wmowmmT&m, Tra\ellers and Tourists will find this Hotel convenient to liailway Station, Boats and business part of Town. FREE OMNIBUS TO AND FROM ALL TRAINS AND BOATS. ALBION HOUSE^ GRAVEMHURST. ■ ^ < THIS Nri . ,, .. Proprietor, A Guide to the Northern Lakes. fW CROSBY HAIiIi HOTEIii; „ i -- H m__ .•*>.-' ■-■•■^,''' ,■;''■> ^ - '"■■'''A ^^^k No. 2 Simcoe St., TOEONTO. |:R. DISSETTE, - PropV. Terms per day, $1.0Q. MEALS, 25c. Nearest Hotel to the Grand Trunk, Great "Western and Toronto, Grey and Bruce Railway Stations ; also conveni- ent to Northern Rail-way Trains, and Steam Boat Wharves. CEN fRAL HOTIlTMUnGWOOD. i^ ,^- This Tlotel new built, Rplendici ,, furiiisliod, well ventilated, and lieaUliily situated ; commanding a beautiful view of the GEORGIAN BAY AND BLUE MOUNTAINS. If LiiB ln^tiJi uuiveraally ackjiowledged, both by the Prc^Rs and irav<»llilig fpublic, to be tbe BEST HOTKL out of the larj^'e aitien, both iui i regards Accommodation, Attention, Comfort, ____». and Menu, Free Buss to and from all Trains, Boats, &c. CHARGES MODERATE. Spwial rajies f^r J'pm-istBj lAXgQ Parties A^d ^P^i^lfes wi^i|ig to-.^^r^d S>-- jj-fti 68 f^^^s" Pictwresque Vanada" h pzi:«i:.iivo BROsr.^ AND IMPORTERS OP iwr ! CONNECTICUT SEED LEAF & HAVANA TOBACCOS. \ •■,.ii,v^^:HiA^M No. 36 SOOTT STREET, TORONTO. ^:^ I.>^rn rrtoJ^riW J^?0'^ ->'f (OPPOSITE ONTARIO BANK) '>■] ['Y^jH ;t^:'>Tf>^:.^[ No. 59 JARYIS ST., TORONTO. •I ^ ♦ ."^^ J ?^*^ « ■ni', 1m Importer and Wholesale Dealer in FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC FRUITS. '■i -i tifiitt'r/ , ->' 'i.nijitJi, J H' >.-'!n; ♦,»» 'imi;*.''>v/';.. nt;. ' i «.;.,'■ i .'dj^) ^l^m'!^ ?im»vi\ ^:r. OF3}T FOR il a?,u% *.i^y(\ rt-».. H. H. Rowe's Celebrated Eagle Brand Baltimore Oysters. m%, GCOS. ''.^^^■' I TO. L..4V/ ITS. -A Guide to the Northern Lakes. 6& ^.■■'r' ,.(;ife!»?; m a ,oi^'-''% IE ? ;,"'» i J ^ ><"■ o'v;rE3sr soxJosriD. » (fr ^ V. T.' ic.-,|. W. H. Prittier sif Proprietor. TOURISTS - VISITING THIS FAVOURiTE SUMMER RESORT, Will find at the ail } \ ^ Jfe «■/ i:* EVERY ACCOMODATION. .^> ,:,i •V >'^ «.v*'' The HOTEL is pleasantly situated in the Centre of the Vill age and commands a fine view of the ~^ It is one of the IiARGEST and Best Regulated HOTELS north of Toronto, and has for convenience cf Commercial Travellers, iflVE LARGE SAMPLE ROOMS. . '. 1 r \ r . n f 'f i» >' -t, ,>V»«f Wf. BtMW Aldsif AL Oi*^ ALL' t^HMIdS^ AlffiT BCrA*«. -■'^t^ -'A' 4^ -fm-.'ti^** if' 70 , " Picturesque Canada," QUEEN'S HOTEL, PRINCE ARTHUR'S LANDING, .1:C»:-(I^-SmALG0MA.);?-^^5^k; The Hotel is pleasantly situated, and commands an extensive view of THUNDER BAY^ and sjurrounding country. 7 V •■ u-' W; ^ Carriages and attentive Porters, on arrival of SteaTners. AND THE BEST LOCALITIES FOR FISHING AND SHOOTING MADE KNOWN. BILLIARD ROOM IN CONNECTION. ORILLIA. JOHN KELLY, Proprietor, This Hotel is pleasantly situated in the VILLAGE OF ORILLIA, and is one of the Largest and Best Kept Houses North of Toronto. Nothing will be neglected tiiat can in any way contribute to the comfort of guests during their visit to this FAVORITE SUMMER RESORT. FEEE BUSS TO AND FBOH ALL TEAINS AND BOATS. A Guide to the Northern Lakes. 71 11! O T T ^^"VvT.A. ECOTEXi- ■r'\ .fi,, «, C ST. JAMES &. NOTRE DAME STS., MONTREAL. This favourite Hotel has lately been refurnished throughout, with , , , ,, " Mew ^Nm E&m^^mt F^s^iwwsm» r" '' '■ ' of Eastlake and Queen Aime patterns ; there is also a PASSENGER ELEVATOE, ELECTRIC BELLS, STEAM HEATING APPARATUS, and Elegant Apartments with Baths, &c., en suite. The Rooms, Halls, Parlors, and Passages have been altered, enlarged, and im- proved. The Lights, Ventilation, &c., have been perfected as far as possible. Especial attention has been given to the introduction of the latest ideas in Sani- tary reforms. No expense has been spared to make the Hotel comfortable and in every respect equal to any first-class hotel. The location, Either for tourists or business men, is acknowledged to be the best in the City. It is the only hotel fronting on Notre Dame and St. James Streets, having an entrance on each. It is surrounded by our finest buildings, and is next door to the United States Consulate, and close to Victoria Square. The cuisine is as good as that of any first class hotel. The charges are reasonable — Rooms v/ith board included, $2.00 and $2.50 per day — Rooms with baths, &c., en suite, $3.50 per day inclusive of board. tsr Special rates for long terms. gsr Coaches at all Trains and Boats. J. F. WARNER, Manager. 'Ail 72 " Picturesque Canada" . J} ^ rMOrOSlAFiEl I s 39 and 41 KING STREET WEST, 1- '" . rv ,^? WERE AWARDED BRONZE MEDAL AT THE m^mM MMMimFi&j^, V •' AND Three First Frizes f.r;'., r- i-f; ;^>I;--A'" AT THE ■ c. ' :^:.::i^.-^. . y . .; . befbre Printing. :--^.>'- .^-''i-^,:'?',;'- '' :-V^' i-.' 1,V r'ft >^<>5^>'? V^ ,.„^.,^: ■;f^ .-■-■ .''1 . . , ' i - ■ ■y'i' ^ 39 & 41 KING STREET WEST. rl Guide to the Northern Lakef*. 73 BUFFALO, NIAGARA FALLS, LEWISTON NIAG A RA AND TORONTO. ,^, , , r, y, TORONfo"&NIAGARA IVAVZGATIOIff CO^S ' SPLENDID STEAMERS " CITY OF TORONTO " & " CHICORA," Leaving LEWISTON twice Daily, and NIAGARA three times Daily, on arrival of New York Central and Canada Southern Railway Trains. '' CONNEOTINa AT TORONTO WITH ROYAL MAIL LINE OF STEAMERS FOR KINGSTON, MONTREAL, aUEBEC, &c. Also^ vnth all the Railways leading out of Toronto. Leave TORONTO ior NIAaARA and LEWIS- TON at 7 am., 1.45 p.m. & 3,00 p m., making direct connections for all points East, ' ITW sW^^t and SouJJiwest. BE SURE AND ASK FOR TICKETS VIA steamers Ghicora & City of Toronto. ■•' t Tickets for Sale at all New York Central and Canada Southern Railway Offices, Barlow Cumberland, 35 Yonge Street, and at 8 IFjc?oxLl3 Sti3:?eet: East, To3?oxLt}0- D MILLOY, General Agent. :H? A I : 74 " Picturesque Canada," GEORGIAN BAY TRANSPORTATiOai COMPANY. COLirNGWOOD, MEAFORD AND OWEN SOUND SAULt" SfE. MARIE, Manitoulin, Cochburn and St Joseph's Islands, -AND— 1 he Popular Express Route to Sault Ste. Marie & Intermediate Ports. V V THE SPLENDIDLY EQUIPPED NEW UPPLR CABIN SWIFT STEAMERS , NORTHERN QUEEN, NORTHERN BELLE, WAUBUNO, Carrying Her Majesty Mails, In connection with the Northern Railway and Hamilton & North-Western Railway, at Colling:- wood, and the Toronto, Grey & Bruce Railway, at Owen Sound, leave Collingwood Mea- lord and Owen Sound, for Killarney, Manitowaning, Little Current, Laclocne, V Mudge Bay, Gore Bay, Spanish River, Cockburn Island, Blind River Thes- salon Rivtr, Bruce Mines, Hilton, Richards' Dock, Garden River and Sault Ste. Marie, every WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY, As follows, viz: Collingwood at 6 p.m., Meaford at 7 p.m., and Owen Sound at 10.30 p.m. Fine Steamers, Good Accommodation, Low Fares, No Rough Weather. gSr N.B. -Steamers call at all above named Ports both up and down, with the exception of Spanish River, Blind River and Thessakai River, at which only the Saturday Steamer will call going up and down, at Cockburn Island, at which only the Wednesday Steamer '-ill call up and down. DAILY MAIL SERVIGB BETWEEIV TORONTO AND PARRY ISOIJND, Via ColliAgwood and Penetanguishene, Leaving Parry Sound for Collingwood every TUESDAY, THURSDAY and SATURDAY, at 6 a.m., returning leave Collingwood on arrival of Morning Trains from Toronto and Hamilton. Leaving Parry Sound for Penetanguishene, every MONDAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY, at 6 a.m., returning leave Collingwood on arrival of Morning Train from Toronto. Close connections made between Steamers and Northern and Hamilton & Norlh-Westem Rail- ways, Collingwood, & Toronto, Grey & Bruce Railway, Owen Sound. Rates Low. For Freig-ht and Passage, apply to BARLOW CUMBERLAND, 3S Yonge Street, Toronto ; Hamilton and Northwestern R.R , Hamilton ; William Beatty, Parry Sound; and at the Office of the Georgian Bay Trarr:;; J . c, '>r ( - t VKJ Fish, Game, Green & Foreign Fruits. GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS, COMFECTIOBfERY, COUNTRY PRODUCE, &c. '"t. ! ■ . ; . 1 1 ' . f ' - ■ . t ; ■'■)''■•• '"'" 1 . ) ,- .,f I.: - -, • , •; i O' 711. €rwMi\ far ,-"• : :-k>F.,-.(-V.-i,.,- . jji^ ■n i sife tLlLlCM '.ii-^i-ii 1 <,■..! .>4'| ■ VtT •» S I'll . 't^'i iV.'.'l Or r.. « -n- 28 Queen Street, (Shaftesbury Hall), TORONTO. A Guuie to the Nortfieru Lukes. IMBIAWf MAZAAM i 77 ^A TALBOT & CO., Corner Sous-le-Fort and Chanfiplain Streets, laOWEiR Tovirnr, - quebeg. Wholesale and Betail Dealers in , . ;, ,f. ', ' A ^...' T J ,'- V,' \^ «, Assortment consistingr of Bark Work, Bead Work, Porcupine Quill Work, Scented Grass Work, Moose-hair Embroidery on Cloth and on Birch Bark, Ash Splint, Fancy Work > Baskets, and Ladies' Hats, Feather Fans, Canoes, BoAvs and Arro^ws, Moccasins, Snow-shoes, { Toboggans, Lacrosses and Indian Curiosities ; I , of all kinds. We, the undersigned, specially invite strangers visiting Quebec t > give us a call. They will find at our Establishment the finest an. I lagerst variety of ...ra^.v.-r; ->-r:ni Li:nf:r:s.: to be seen in Canada, also Valle's Celebrated Views of Quebec- - a specialty.. Nruu> ^uiJi^i ■1 ■ V- A'-. y-^, 78 ■\ ''Picturesque Canada," VICTORIA TEA WARBHOUSX:. TBADEMABK. , , ., ^^^ ^^^ , ^ TSADEMABE. THK CHEAPEN ffilTiii THE rROVINCE. Recent heavy purchases and importation of several Choice Lines of NEW TEAS, at remarkably low fissures, makes oir present Stock the largest and best bought we ever OiTered — com[)rising CONGOUS, SOUCHONGS, YOUNG HYSONS, rn. r . GUNPOWDERS, Put up in Half Chests, 25, 20, 15, 10 and 5 lb. (vatties t(» suit pur chasers. Special attention called i<> our HONQUAS MIXTURSSy A. combination of five distinct Teas. Letter orders from Dealers and Store Keepers, ])rom|>lJy attended to. Catties 20 lb. and ujiwards, sent C.O.I)., to any Railway Station free of ex])ress charges. Price Lists of Fifty different Grades, Varieties and Mixtures — and 8am))leH sent free on application. Camping and Excursion Parties Supplied w^ith every- thing in the Grocery Line at Lowest Prices. REMEMBER THE ADDRESS, ■' '. - EDWARD LAWSON, ' - Family Orocer, P.O. Box, X032. -r 93 KING- STREET BAST. m£ED FOR PURE TEAS. ;8 lit [iuv A Guide to the Northern Lakes. ■% ^V- "'S ^n. ; POROHASE THE '^.f I 1. ^ :f 79 '\ B ^ ft St. Lawrence Traveller and Guide, .' t; TROiri •;:* ?Ji NIAGARA FALLS TO TORONTO, MONTREAL & QUEBEC. TELLING THE TOURLST WHERE TO GO AND HOW TO GO. Giving a Complete and Interesting Description of the ST. LAWRENCE ROUTE. For Sale on all Steamboats and Eailroad Trains^ teiuUul iStntioii U — ami lAST. And also by all Newsdealers and Booksellers ; or sent post- paid to any address on receipt of prie*^, 50 cents. PUBI.Iimii:i» AKMUALLY BY Phelan Brothers^ "' "* ' BOOKSELLERS AND PUBLISHERS. " ' ' ^ " " ' "^" MONI REAL AND TORONTO. 80 " Piety /risque Canada,'' ^^mwm^mm i) f "■ o jr. ALLEN, Manufacturer, North of Eing Street, -' TORONTO. SPECIALITIES. CHOCOLATE DROPS, CHOCOLATE CARAMELS, CREAM CARAMELS, FANCY CREAMS, • ' '■ " MAPLE SUGAR, ! \ * '. i . ': MAPLE SYRUP. Parties coming to the city will find it to their advantage by visiting our establishment. Stock on hand renewed every day and always fresh. I^p" Liberal Terms to the Trade. Importer and Dealer ^n Foreign Fruits. Orders by mail promptly attended to. ^ ^'* ivii ^ ^z .i . . « - jf «r ICE CRKAIVI ROOMS : 270 Queen St. West, TORONTO. i) ^ f ^. A Guide to the Northeryi LakeK Si 9 DEALERH IN Cigars and Smokers' Requisites. ST^^ISTDS IN THE 1 Si Lawreace lall and Ottawa Hotel, MOMTREAL. :up. ALWAYS ON HAND THE (CHOICEST RRANDS OF imw&mtmw m4Y4iA os^aeb. mptly 'MM ALL THE BEST BRANDS OF Tobaccos and Cigarettes. ALSO A LARC.E AND WELL SELECTED STOCK OF VIENNA MERSCHAUM GOODS, o. PARIS & DRESDEN NOVELTIES <& BRIAR PIPES. 82 " Picturesque Canada*' , TORONTO AND HAMILTON Two Trips Daily. THE FAST STEAMER "SOUTHERN BELLE" r'-n- ,1 . .V ...!'j- ■.,* f. Leaves Mowat's Wharf, Toronto, at 11.30 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Leaves Mackay's Wharf, Hamilton, 8.00 a m- and 2.45 p.m. •Calling at OAKVILLE each trip and making connections at TORONTO with G. T. R., for all points East and with H. & N. W. R. at Burlington Beach. Tickets, 76c. each, return (good for season) $1.25, to be had on Steamer. T' ^"W will find this the most picturesque route on the Lake, and BURLINGTON BEACH " The Long Branch of Canada/' •i:\: 4; A MOST PLEASANT RESORT N* > • .ft.-" f" RA ON. A Guide to the Northern Lakes immmtm 8S % omXiLi^^. ROBERT RUSSELL, Proprietor. E" IBA7EI.I.SBS AHO TOVBISTS, ).in. a |ons at d WILL FIND AT THIS HOTEL, EVERY ACCOMMODATION. ^5, to 11 IS PLEASANTLY SITDATEI* FN TOK isj&imws AND OUNVENTEN r TO and RAILROAD STATIONS & STEAMBOAT WHARFS. ia/' Free Buss to and from all Trains. 84 * PictureHque Ca7ia(laJ' 1ST9. THE 18VQ St, Lawrence Steam Navigation Co, A. J OSEPH, President. JULIEN OHABOT, Manarjer, The St. Lawrence and Saguenay Royal Mail Line, composed of the First Class Passenger Steamers," Saguenay," " St. Lawrence," *' Union" and '' Clyde," and connecting with the magnificent Steamers of the Richelieu and Ontario Navigation Co., running from Hamilton to Quebec, will, during the season of 1879, ^^n as follows : — From the 24th of June till the loth of September, Tuesdays, and Fridays, the '' Saguenay," Captain M. Lecours, will leave the St. Andrew's Wharf, at 7 a. m., for Ha ! Ha ! Bay and Chicoutimi, on the River Saguenay, calling at St. Paul's Bay, Eboulements, Murray Bay, Riviere-du-Loup, Tadousac, L'Anse, and St. Jean, going and returning. Wednesdays and Saturdays, the '* St. Lawrence," Captain Alex. Barras, will leave the St. Andrew's Wharf at 7 a.m., for Ha ! Ha ! Bay, calling at Murray Bay, Riviere-Du-Loup, and Taaousac, going and returning. -tt.-af^ From the 10th September untlll close of Navigation, the "St. Lawrence" ^^' will continue to run, leaving Quebec on Tuesdays and Fridays, at 7 A.M. KAMOURASKA LINE. The Steamer " Clyde," Captain Bernier, will leave the St. Andrew's Wharf at 7 am., on Wednesdays and Saturdays, for Kamouraska, calling at Berthier, Crane Island, L'Islet, St. Jean, Port Joly and St. Dennis, going and returning. For tickets and information, apply as follows : in the "West at all general ticket oflBces in Montreal, at Nos. 133 & 143 St. James St., 228 St. Paul St., and on the Richelieu Piei* A. Milloy, Agent. In Quebec, at the Q-eneral Ticket Office, opposite to the St. Louis Hotel, and at the office of the Com- pany, St. Andrew's Wharf, Dalhousie Street. ^j/jr ^(tr furtfier information apply to H. F. BELLEW, Freight and Passenger Agent. Quebec, June, 1879. _^ ^o,. ; :. A. GABOURY, Secretary. iJJ f / >• ■ . 1 ■* • '^.■ I 1 A Guide to tlie Nort)tern Lakes. 85 9„ Co. lager, ;d of the ' Union" 3 of the Quebec , lys, and the St. I, on the -ay Bay, ;tuining. Barras, , calling rniug. Lwrence " It 7 A.M. ndrew's :)uraska, and St. 3 West 143 St. ier, A. Offlce, I Com- ^tary. RICHELIEU & ONTARIO NAVIGATION GO 1879. 1879. ROYAL MAIL LINE -) BETWEEN (- (juebec, Montreal, Kingstoo, Toronto, Hamiiton, AND INTERMEDIATE PORTS. Tliia Magiildcent Line, composed of the following flrst-claes Side-Whe«1 Steamers, viz. ; mONTUEAlM AND QUEBEC. ^ UEBEC, ONTREAL, (Iron) CAPTAIN LABELLE. NELSON. One of wiiich will leave Richelieu Pier every Evening (Sundays excepted) at 7 O'CLOCK, calling at Intermediate Ports, and arriving at Quebec early the following morning. Cunnectipc? at (Quebec with the steanierH for Murray Bay, Rlviere-au-Loup, Cacouna, Tadousac, and the Far-famed River Sagriienay, also with the Intercolonial Railway and Qulf Port Steamahlp Co. (or all Places in the Maritime Provinces. Between MONTREAL AND HAMILTON. COREsICAN, (Composite), SPARTAN, CORINTHIAN, " Capt. SINCLAIR. BAILEY. FABRELL. PASSPORT, (Composite) ALQERIAN, new " MAGNET, Capt IRVINE. '^ TROWELL. " CAMERON. Will leave the CANAL BASIN daily, '(Sundays excepted), at 9 O'clock, and LACKING on the arrival of the Train leaving BONAVENTUHE STATION at NOON, and COTEAU LANDING on the arrival of the Train leaving MONTUEAL at 5 P.M. for Hamilton and Intermediate Ports, making direct connection at PreSCOtt and Brockville with the Ritil ways for OTTAWA CITY, KEMPTVILLE, PERTH, ARNPRIOR, &c. ; also at OGDENSBURGH with the Ogdens- burgh and Lake Champlain Railway ; at PORT HOPE with the Midland Railway for the various Places on that Line ; at TORONTO with the Northern and Toronto, Orev & Bruce RaUways, for COLLINGWOOD, OWEN SOUND, SAULT STE. MARIE, FORT WILLIAM, DULUTH and FORT GARRY, and with the Stbambrs for NIAGARA, LEWISTON, NIAGARA FALLS, BUFFALO, CLEVELAND, TOLEDO, CINCINNATI, &;c., and at HAMILTON with the Great Western & Canada Southern Railways, for STRATFORD, LONDON, CHATHAM, RARNIA, DETROIT, CHICAGO, MILWAUKEE, GALENA, GREEN BAY, ST. PAUL, FORT GARRY, and WINNIPEG. fST The Steamera of this Line are unequalled, and from the completeness of their arrange- ments present advantages to travellers which none other can afford. They pass through ail the Rapids of the St. Lawrence and the beautiful Scenery of the LaJte of the' Thousand Islands, by daylight. The greatest despatch given to Freight at the lowest rates. Through Rates over the Great Western, Canada Southern and Northern Railways are given. RETCR]^ TICKETS AT REDUCED RATES. 19* Through Tickets to the above places, and also to OMAHA, SACRAMENTO and SAN FR.\NCISCO, are now issued at the lowest rates, and may be obtained with every information from R. A. DICKSON, Ticket A^ent, No. 138 St. James Street ; D- MILLOY. Ticket Agent, No. 8 Front St. East, Toronto; Robert McEWKN, at the Freight office, Canal Basin ; and at the Ticket Office, Richelieu Pier, foctt of Jac lues Cartier Square, Montreal. J. B. LAlHEKEt General Manager. Aty.X. MILLOV, Trajfic Managtr. General Offloe— 828 St. Paul Street, Montreal. 86 " Picturesque Canada,'' PRODTTOE, PRUIT, &c. •"ih- D. C. MURRAY & CO., 84 Front Street East, Toronto. ,•--.:• !^.'::s. AND Wfc®l#iml# Pi®fc## AND '■ .+.: FRUIT MERCHANTS, tern R'y. 8 08 8 29 8 43 9 00 9 65 10 00c 10 05 10 12 V 20 a.m. p.m. 7 00 3 25 7 85 13 46 8 20 8 40 9 12 9 37 10 00 10 40 10 57 11 05 11 47 p,m. 12 20 12 45 1 05 1 30 2 42 4 20 4 40] 05 26 42 I 6 10 6 26 r 6 30j 7 00 28 49 02 20 15 10 05 55 i9 25 02c 9 32 3 10 Hamilton. . London Susp'n Bridge Buffalo ^rr, 11 15 1 65 12 55 3 20 Grand Trunk R'y . . Going East (Union) 3 20 5 00 8 45 6 50 9 00 9 40 20 35 30 30 35 11 12 West 12 15 37 i 45 11 45 Muskoka Branch. C3.2 64.5 78.6 87.0 100.0 116.0 116.0 aALLANDALE. aBarrie .... aHawkstone. .Dep aOrillia aWashago aGravenhurst . . aMuskoka Whf a.m. iO 45 10 11 50 30 11 55 12 1 1 35 15 30 p.m. p.m. 2 45 8 00 2 50 8 05 3 45 8 40 (4 26 (4 46 9 06 5 30 6 30 6 46 1.0 15.0 28.0 8G.5 61.6 82,8 aMuSKOKA WF.Dpt aGravenhurst p.m. 3 00 aHawkstone aBarrie aAllandale aWashago j ; 3 aOrillia North Simcoe Branch. D ept. aBarrie Arr aAllandale a.m. ' 10 30 10 48 12 36 1 00 1 30 Dept. 9.5 15.0 39.0 40.3 aPenetaug p.m. 2 46 8 30 4 00 6 16 6 26 63.2 aWyevale 87.2 aEImvale.. . . , aEImvale 92.7 (iWyevale aAllandale aBarrie 102.2 aPeiifitatiir aTelegraph Stations. &Flag .Stations ; Trains stop only on signal. cDireot connection with Grand Trunk and Great Western Railway at Toronta marked c» A Ouide to the Northern Lakes. dix'd. Mail. a.m. 7 00 7 35 p.m 3 25 3 45 8 20 8 4) 4 20 4 40 9 12 9 37 00 40 5 05 5 25 5 42 10- LO 57 LI 05 LI 47 6 26 6 30. 7 00 p.m. 12 20 12 45 1 05 1 30 2 42 7 28 7 49 8 02 8 20 |9 15 } 2 55 i9 26 3 02c>9 32 3 10 9 40 3 20 5 00 8 45 6 50 9 00 11 20 1 36 5 30 3 30 5 35 4 37 I 3 45 ill 45 a.m. p.m. 7 0« 3 00 7 15 3 20 3 10 4 00 |9 00-} 4 45 4 55 9 35 5 20 10 35 6 00 10 40 6 06 p.m. 2 45 3 30 4 00 6 15 1 6 26 i THE NORTHERN RAILWAY OF CANADA Runs three fast Express Trains da'ly, between Toronto, ColllngWOOd, ami Muskoka Lakes, and is the shortest, quickest, and most picturesque Route throujjh Canada, to and from all points Blast and West. Tlic Railway is equipped First-Class iu every particular, STEEL TRACK, PALACE PARLOR OARS, COMFORTABLE COACHES, FAST TRAINS, And is the only Lino running- to the beautiful MuskOka Lakes, and rans in direct connection at ColllngWOOd and Toronto, with FIVE LINES OF MAGNIFIdENT STEAMERS- On arrival of Special Steamboat Express Train, with DRAWING ROOM CARS At- tached, leavinj,' Toronto at 11.45 a.m. THE COLLINGWOOD LAKE SUPERIOR LINE STEALERS,— Leave COllingWOOl every Monday and Thursday, for Sault Ste. Marie, Lake Superior, Fort William, Du- luth, Manitoba. THE GEORGIAN BAY TRANSPORTATION COMPANYS STP:AMERS,-Leave ColllngWOOd every Wednesday ami Saturday, for Sault Ste. Marie and all Qeorgrian Bay Ports THE CHICAGO AND COLLINGWOOD LINE STEAMERS,- Leave ColllngWOOd everv Wed- nesday and Saturday on arrival of Express Train, leaving,' Toronto ^lo p.m., for Cheboygan, Mich., Milwaukee, an « ^ RODS. LINES. FLIES. HOOKS BAITS, REE 'N G-TJnsrs Needles Sc Smallwares. ALLGOGK, LAIGHT & W^TWOOD, rm .-.. ■^■|.r;,ji: MANUFACTURERS, REDDITCH, ENGLAND, f AND f TORONTO. HOOKS, UITS. REEL ires. )0D, D,