The Archipelago
The Township of The Archipelago (commonly called “The Archipelago”) is a unique municipality within the District of Parry Sound established in 1868 and incorporated in 1888. It spans 30,000 islands along Georgian Bay, part of the world’s largest freshwater archipelago. Historically, the area was inhabited by the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) people, who used its waterways for trade and travel. European settlement began in the 19th century with logging, fishing, and later, tourism.
Relationship to Georgian Bay & Parry Sound. The Georgian Bay Connection: The township’s rugged shoreline and islands are a defining feature of the Thirty Thousand Islands region, a UNESCO-listed Biosphere Reserve.
Parry Sound Ties: The town of Parry Sound (just north) serves as the commercial and administrative hub for the archipelago, providing supplies, healthcare, and transportation links (e.g., the CN Rail line). Many islanders rely on Parry Sound for services.
Small Lakes Within The Archipelago
- While the township is best known for Georgian Bay, it also includes inland lakes, such as:
- Healey Lake – Near Mactier, popular for fishing.
- Kapikog Lake – A quiet, forest-lined spring fed lake with lovely family cottages.
- Blackstone Lake – Known for clear waters and rocky shores.
- Mill Lake – Connected to Georgian Bay via channels.
- Muskoka Lake (not to be confused with Lake Muskoka)** – A smaller lake near the eastern edge.
Key Features of The Archipelago Today
- Cottage Communities: Remote island cottages, most, accessible only by boat.
- Protected Wilderness Part of Georgian Bay Islands National Park (including Beausoleil Island)
- Boating & Fishing A paradise for kayaking, sailing, and smallmouth bass fishing and very possibly the best Musky fishing on the planet!.
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