The highest point on the railway is at Mile 94 and is 1,600 ft/488 m above sea level. Sault Ste. Marie is 600 ft/183 m above sea level.
Discover Hearst, Ontario, the moose capital of Canada. Located in the James Bay Frontier, this French Canadian town is also known as 'Le Petit Quebec de l'Ontario,' or 'Little Quebec of Ontario,' and with 85% of its townspeople raised with French as their first language, you will soon discover why!
But you don't have to be French to enjoy the culture of the town and region. Whether you are overnighting as part of the Tour of the Line or an outdoor enthusiast looking for a longer, more adventurous experience, the hospitality of the region will make your visit a memorable one.
Hearst offers a variety of year-round things to do. A community built around the forestry industry, you can take a forest management or lumber mill tour, visit the 102 foot logging crane or tour the town and visit the Art Gallery or drop in some of the over 100 shops and services Hearst offers. There is also excellent golfing, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting and hiking in and around Hearst.
In the winter, Hearst and the surrounding region is a snowmobiler's paradise, with many snowmobile enthusiasts getting 'On Track to the Trails' by loading their sleds in the Railway's enclosed baggage cars for the trip to Hearst. There is also great cross-country skiing and the area plays host to numerous winter carnivals.
Hearst also goes out of its way to accommodate you and you can choose from modern motels and hotels to cozy B&B's. Whether your taste is for fine cuisine or family dining, there are more than 20 restaurants within walking distance of the train. After dinner possibilities are also diverse, from a sing-along country bar to a Top 40 dance club.
Adventure awaits you in the town of Hearst, located in the James Bay Frontier travel region.
For more information on Hearst and accommodations contact Hearst Tourism or check them out online:
Toll Free: 1-800-655-5769
Website: www.hearst.ca
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