Situated a dozen kilometres offshore from Terrace Bay along the northern shore of Lake Superior, the Slate Islands archipelago is composed of two main islands, Patterson Island and Mortimer Island, five minor islands, and numerous islets. The islands are believed to have been formed by a large meteorite strike, and since 1907 they have been home to a herd of woodland caribou...
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Visitor Info
Slate Islands Lighthouse is best seen by boat. A multi-day sea kayaking tour to Slates Islands that offers a chance to see the lighthouse is available. The lighthouse is owned by the Canadian Coast Guard. Grounds open, tower closed.