2026 Keewaydin Alumni Family Weekend
Thursday, July 9th to Sunday, July 12th
We are thrilled to welcome Keewaydin alumni and their families from 1983–1986 and 1999–2002 back to Devil’s Island this summer! Whether your only experience with Ojibway is coming to get a soda and a candy bar and trying its cozy cabins and incredible food for the first time, we’re confident this visit won’t be your last. Though the years may have passed, you’ll find that much of what you remember from your Keewaydin days remains—the sound of paddles on the water, the laughter echoing from the docks, and the easy friendships that pick up right where they left off.
This weekend is all about seeing familiar faces, sharing stories, and reliving the laughter and adventures that made your time canoe tripping with Keewaydin unforgettable. Whether it’s catching up over morning coffee on the dock, swapping trail tales at dinner, or discovering that some traditions never fade, we hope you’ll find the same sense of connection and belonging that defined your summers here.
This page provides everything you need to prepare for your trip, including tips on travel arrangements, accommodations, meals, and packing essentials. If you have any questions about Ojibway or travelling to the Temagami region, we’re more than happy to assist—please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We want to help make travel connections between reunion participants. When you fill out the registration form, please let us know if we may include your name and email in a shared spreadsheet where everyone can add their travel details and coordinate rides.
Everything you need to know!
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Your stay at Ojibway Lodge includes three meals daily, ample access to hot coffee or tea, and opportunities to connect with other alumni. Guests are welcome to arrive earlier or stay longer. Kids, if joining you, will have a blast. Fishing, swimming, kid-friendly meals, and s’mores galore will make their mark.
All rates are in Canadian Dollars. 13% HST is added to all stays.
*children under 12 are free
Cabin with bathroom: $500/person, additional family members $250/person
Cabin without a bathroom (Cabins in the Cove, sleeper cabins, platform tents): $400/person, additional family members $200/person
Tent City (BYO tent & sleeping bag): $300/person, additional family members $200/person
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Lake Temagami Access Road
Google Map directions take you to the Temagami Access Road. The road is easy to miss; be alert to the signs telling you to turn left. Drive to the end (16 km) of the Temagami Access road; parking is free and safe. Boat shuttle services will happily pick you up at the Temagami Access docks, also known as Manitou Landing. Please review the map and video to see where to park, and note there are permitted parking areas. Do not park in a permitted parking spot, or you may get towed. Do not try to meet the boat shuttle at the Lake Temagami garbage and recycling center.
Driving from Canadian Locations -
From Toronto (444 km, 4 hours 59 min)
From Ottawa (457 km, 5 hours 19 mins)
From Montreal (457 km, 5 hours 19 mins)
From North Bay (100 km, 1 hour 25 mins)
Driving from U.S. Locations -
From Buffalo (362 mi, 6 hours 11 mins)
From Detroit (485 mi, 8 hours 13 mins)
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*We are not a travel agent but experienced in getting to Lake Temagami. If you fly to Toronto, Canada, please land early and depart late. We do our best to support your departure from Devil’s Island, but we cannot guarantee that weather and other variables will not be a factor.
Toronto’s Pearson International Airport.
Choose a flight that lands before 11:30 a.m. You can expect to drive 4.5-5 hours to reach Lake Temagami. Traffic from Toronto can be very steady and slow. Look into early flights; this will give you enough time to travel north to Lake Temagami.
Consider a short 1.5ection from Toronto to North Bay or Sudbury, Ontario. Nort from Lake Temagami and Sudbury is a 2.5-hour drive from Lake Temagami.
Please Note: If you are considering renting an electric vehicle for your trip to Temagami, keep in mind that charging infrastructure in the area is very limited. The nearest charging stations are in North Bay, which may not be convenient for your travel plans.
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*We are not a travel agent,, but we will do our best to support your departure from Devil’s Island. However, we cannot guarantee the weather or other variables that may impact your departure.
Toronto’s Pearson International Airport.
Choose a flight that departs after 3 p.m. Expect 4.5-5 hours of driving to reach Toronto Pearson Airport. Traffic to Toronto can be very steady and slow.
Local Airports.
Do not book a flight before 10 a.m. We cannot guarantee you’ll make it in time. North Bay is 1.5 hours from Lake Temagami, and Sudbury is a 2.5-hour drive.
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Devil’s Island is a rugged place with beautiful walking trails. Be sure to bring comfortable clothing and footwear that will help you traverse our 50-acre island. Days can be hot, and nights can be cool. The lake is refreshing, so don’t forget to bring your bathing suit!
This list would be great for a 3-day stay.
Hiking Poles - there are some at the Ojibway store that you can borrow, but if you own some, bring them along!
Headlamp or flashlight/person
1-2 pairs of pants
1 pair of shorts
3 t-shirts
1-2 long sleeve shirts
1 warmer layer, fleece or sweatshirt
1 raincoat
1 sunhat/ballcap
1 warm hat (cool nights)
4-5 pairs of socks
underwear (no laundry service, but handwashing like the campers is an option)
Footwear: sneakers with good treads, hiking shoes, and sandals (think Teva, Keen). Flip flops or stringy fashionable sandals are NOT recommended for walking the island.
Toiletries plus sunscreen, bug spray
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Ojibway is not licensed to serve alcohol. You are welcome to bring beer, wine, and spirits. Our dock store has limited fridge space for storing adult beverages. We have buckets of ice available. We kindly request that you bring, where possible, adult beverages in cans to minimize the need for staff to handle broken glass.Keewaydin is alcohol-free.
Parking at Mantiou Landing
Ojibway Accommodations
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1 & 2 Bedroom Cabins with Bathrooms
Our one-and two-bedroom cabins each have a distinctive layout and design:
One-Bedroom Cabins: Refuge, Northwind, and Sunset are cozy and ideal for couples, while Altama, Polnick, and Trail offer a queen bed and a single bed for added flexibility.
Two-Bedroom Cabins: Runnymede, Nibashka, Red Pines, Dixie, Ogidaki, and Hill provide a queen bed and one or two single beds, comfortably accommodating four to six guests.
All of these cabins feature full bathrooms with hot water and flush toilets. Ojibway accommodations have been thoughtfully outfitted with warm duvets, soft sheets, wool blankets, fluffy towels (including beach towels), and biodegradable toiletries. Each cabin has propane lights, a woodstove or fireplace, and screened porches perfect for enjoying Lake Temagami’s breathtaking views and peaceful sounds. All cabins are close to docks where you can swim, tie up a boat or canoe, or enjoy sitting at the lakeside.
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Sleeper Cabins
Our one-room sleeper cabins—Little Spruce, Tippanwoo, Alouette, and Little Sun—are simple yet inviting. They have full-sized beds and cozy furnishings. They also include storage for your belongings, battery-powered lamps for nighttime reading, and porches that capture refreshing breezes and evening starlight. Bathroom and shower facilities are a short walk away. These cabins have warm duvets, soft sheets, wool blankets, and fluffy towels—including beach towels for your lakeside adventures.
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Glamping Tents
Our platform tents—1, 2, 3, 45, and 6—offer a luxurious glamping experience for those seeking a closer connection with nature. These tents are crafted with water-repellent canvas and mosquito netting, providing a cozy retreat with either full or twin beds, storage shelves, and a battery-powered reading lamp. Bathroom and shower facilities are conveniently nearby. As with our cabins, each tent has warm duvets, soft sheets, wool blankets, and fluffy towels, with beach towels included.
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Paul's Island - Miniss and Mojag
Just a short paddle from Devil’s Island, Paul’s Island offers two private cabins: Miniss and Mojag.
Miniss: This cozy two-bedroom cabin features a screened porch with stunning sunset views over the western shore.
Mojag: Recently reconstructed, Mojag is an impressive log and timber-frame cabin with a full bathroom and accommodations for at least four guests. Its spacious screened porch is perfect for gathering and enjoying the island’s breathtaking scenery.
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Cabins in the Cove
We are excited to offer Cabins in the Cove, which are rustic and low-key accommodations. Cabins in the Cove is formally the Songadeewin wigwam on Devil’s Island’s east side. This is an excellent spot for family reunion groups because the cabins are in close proximity to each other with a swim dock and fire circle available. There is a showerhouse steps from the cabins
Dining At Ojibway
The Ojibway kitchen serves creative, healthy, and delicious meals three times daily, using fresh ingredients sourced from several local food producers. Everything is made from scratch, and we take pride in satisfying even the pickiest eaters! We offer various kid-friendly options and are happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets. To ensure every guest has an exceptional dining experience, we encourage filling out our guest information form so the kitchen can prepare to meet individual preferences and needs.
