Good photo trip location in Ontario, Canada?

[kanwingshing]

Hi, I am trying to plan a photo trip within Ontario, Canada. Any good recommendations where there would be things to do and nice scenery for photos? Thanks!

[photowoman]

Come visit Ottawa! Lots of heritage buildings, open markets, museums, etc. During the spring, there is the Tulip Festival (for all those flower lovers), and during the sumer, there is Jazzfest, Bluesfest, and the Chamber Music Festival. An added bonus: Ottawa is only about 20 minutes from Gatineau Park, which has some of the most unique geology on the planet, including a mountain range thought to be the oldest in existence. So there's action, scenery, and it won't take you any more than 40 minutes to travel across the entire city. And if you happen to visit on July 1 (Canada Day), you are in for one amazing party, with about 1 million people packed into the downtown area alone. 'Nuff said? In case you aren't convinced this is a neat place, check out these places for more info:

http://www.ottawa.ca

http://ottawatourism.ca

http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/index_e.asp

[kanwingshing]

Wow photowoman, thanks for the wonderful idea. I talk to my friends and they seems to be all agreed on this destination. Thanks very much!!! :D

[CyberDyneSystems]

The "Cognashene" area of Georgian bay, lake Huron.. 30,000 islands. It's Beautifull,. about 2 hours drive north of Toranto..

And of course there is Toronto on Lake Ontario,. but Ontario (the lake) is rather bland when compared to Huron.

[IanD]

Now you all know that I have to put a plug in for good ole Montreal.
We have the best nature photographic areas in Canada. We are a "distinct" (what ever the hell that means) provience. Lakes, forests, rivers, really old sections of Montreal that outdate anything found to the west, wicked night life (we do not roll up the streets at 11PM) and a really great "challenged" wildlife population. As well the locals are friendly anf helpful. As a bonus, we also have poutine!
Come East young man, come East.

[CyberDyneSystems]

....As well the locals are friendly and helpful...

Ian,

I didn't realize that every one else in Quebec had left,. leaving only you? :roll: :wink: :wink:

[kanwingshing]

Ian, would I have a problem getting around the town if I don't know how to speak French? :oops:

[IanD]

Ian, would I have a problem getting around the town if I don't know how to speak French? :oops:
Nope no problem at all. Just don't wear a Blue Jays/Maple Leafs jersey :lol: :lol:

[IanD]

....As well the locals are friendly and helpful...

Ian,

I didn't realize that every one else in Quebec had left,. leaving only you? :roll: :wink: :wink:
There is a sign at the Ontario/Quebec border.."Last one out, please turn off the lights"
Haven't found the switch yet :lol: :lol: :lol:

[CyberDyneSystems]

Of course,. I only jest,.

I am sort of obligated to,. as I have Canadian ancestry.. :)

It seems in fact that there is a very large population of French Canadians here in Rhode Island. In fact there is the town of Woonsocket who's majority is of French Canadian decent.

Cousineau, Bucher, Gendron and all the various Cournouyer, Canoyer,..variations are all very common names. Great food and great people (and GREAT FOOD! ..did I say that allready?)

I do need to get to the old city with my Camera some day. Maybe when Bush is voted out and I'm not so afraid to travel as an "Ugly American" :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[IanD]

Of course,. I only jest,.

I am sort of obligated to,. as I have Canadian ancestry.. :)

It seems in fact that there is a very large population of French Canadians here in Rhode Island. In fact there is the town of Woonsocket who's majority is of French Canadian decent.

Cousineau, Bucher, Gendron and all the various Cournouyer, Canoyer,..variations are all very common names. Great food and great people (and GREAT FOOD! ..did I say that allready?)

I do need to get to the old city with my Camera some day. Maybe when Bush is voted out and I'm not so afraid to travel as an "Ugly American" :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
No such thing as an "Ugly Americian" only ugly politicians and no country is safe from them.
Come on up, we'll show ya a good time. :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Conk]

Great suggestions already made here, especially CDS's on the 30,000 islands. Absolutely beautiful. If you want to see some old heritage then Montreal certainly is the place and it's not too far from Ottawa. Actually all these places are just within a few hours apart.
But, here is my suggestion. If you are going to Ontario and want to take photos, lots of photos, then Niagra falls is by far the most amazing sight that Ontario has to offer. At night it is also very beautiful. From there you are 15 minutes from Marine Land.
Take it from an old Torontonian who has been and seen pretty much everything in Ontarible.

[PacAce]

Hi, I am trying to plan a photo trip within Ontario, Canada. Any good recommendations where there would be things to do and nice scenery for photos? Thanks!

What part of Ontario are you going to be in? Besides Ottawa and Toronto, there's also Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake, both of which will provide more than ample photo opportunities.

[Crazy Canuck]

Ther are lots of beautiful streams and valleys all around Toronto with some great scenery. The Grand River Valley has numerous parks for picture taking. The Niagara escarpment is also a huge area to explore and photograph. I plan to be doing a bunch of this myself as soon as weather permits.

Have fun exploring Ontario.

[Bruce Watson]

First my prejudice; I live in eastern Ontario.

This area has some amazing scenery. Travel is generally very safe, people and businesses are very tourist friendly.

U.S. visitors and cottagers are a significant part of the local seasonal economies. Canadians and Americans may have some minor differences in political opinions, but there are very few countries that can claim as many similarities in all aspects of life.

With that said, I have toured every corner of the province (btw, as an aside, it takes over 24 hours to drive from Ottawa to the Manitoba border, this is a bigggg place!) both on business and for pleasure on my motorcycle.

By far my favourite is the north shore of Lake Superior. Stunning scenery.

Get some brochures; you will have many choices and variety of interesting destinations.

As mentioned by my Quebecois :wink: friends, Montreal and old Quebec City are also a delight to wander with camera in hand.

French is the main language, so learn your droit from your gauche for road signs and directions, but in urban areas, you will do fine.

Even in rural Quebec, enough people speak a little English, so if you learn a little French, you can order a nice poutine and red wine in any restaruant.

Moving off topic geographically speaking, I always get one week long tour a year to the Maritme Provinces and my personal favourite, Nova Scotia.

If you want isolation, take a tour to the Quebec Hydro installations in Radisson QC near the shores of James Bay. 600 kilometres of highway with only one gas station at the half way point. More trees and water than you can imagine.

http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkPhoto?GUID=dbac12b1-57ee-59d3-4c8f-338a43ef2830&size=

Only real caution I would give is don't come during mosquito/blackfly season if you plan to camp or hike the woods. If you do, invest in protective gear.

We have mosquitos that can eat bald eagles in a single bite.............

[IanD]

First my prejudice; I live in eastern Ontario.

This area has some amazing scenery. Travel is generally very safe, people and businesses are very tourist friendly.

U.S. visitors and cottagers are a significant part of the local seasonal economies. Canadians and Americans may have some minor differences in political opinions, but there are very few countries that can claim as many similarities in all aspects of life.

With that said, I have toured every corner of the province (btw, as an aside, it takes over 24 hours to drive from Ottawa to the Manitoba border, this is a bigggg place!) both on business and for pleasure on my motorcycle.

By far my favourite is the north shore of Lake Superior. Stunning scenery.

Get some brochures; you will have many choices and variety of interesting destinations.

As mentioned by my Quebecois :wink: friends, Montreal and old Quebec City are also a delight to wander with camera in hand.

French is the main language, so learn your droit from your gauche for road signs and directions, but in urban areas, you will do fine.

Even in rural Quebec, enough people speak a little English, so if you learn a little French, you can order a nice poutine and red wine in any restaruant.

Moving off topic geographically speaking, I always get one week long tour a year to the Maritme Provinces and my personal favourite, Nova Scotia.

If you want isolation, take a tour to the Quebec Hydro installations in Radisson QC near the shores of James Bay. 600 kilometres of highway with only one gas station at the half way point. More trees and water than you can imagine.

http://www.hpphoto.com/servlet/LinkPhoto?GUID=dbac12b1-57ee-59d3-4c8f-338a43ef2830&size=

Only real caution I would give is don't come during mosquito/blackfly season if you plan to camp or hike the woods. If you do, invest in protective gear.

We have mosquitos that can eat bald eagles in a single bite.............
Bruce,
Good call on the black flies and skitters. Worst place in the world in May is Northern Quebec. Black flies will drive you mad. Now the biggest skitters are in Winterpeg. Winterpeg for those not familar with Canada is in Manitoba and is sometimes called Winnipeg.
My favorite place in Quebec/Ontario is Gracefield in the Gatineaus. More deer per square mile than any where else in the East. Folks here are going to get mighty tired of my deer shots come August :lol:

[CyberDyneSystems]

Thunder bay.... 8)

[Bruce Watson]

Not to forget Nipigon and my favourite, Rossport.

Stop in at the Rossport Inn for a stay. Best smoked trout you can get.