Outdoor action packed
Whether you’re soaring through aircraft history at the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Museum, enjoying a leisurely walk along the Sault Ste. Marie Canal, or pondering the pieces at the Art Gallery of Algoma, flights from Washington, DC to Sault Ste. Marie are an easy way to begin a great Canadian vacation.
The search for things to do in Sault Ste. Marie begins by the water. The Soo (the city’s local and loving nickname) treats visitors to endless top-notch views of Lake Superior. Peaceful waterfront moments are plentiful on the Sault Ste. Marie Boardwalk along St. Marys River.
Be transported to the tropics on the smooth, sandy beaches of Pancake Bay Provincial Park. This popular spot is perfect for soaking up the northern sun, taking a dip in Caribbean-blue waters, and discovering picturesque perspectives of Lake Superior.
An easy drive north of The Soo leads to Lake Superior Provincial Park. This expansive green space covers a vast selection of hiking trails, canoe routes, and campgrounds. Experienced outdoorsy types will love roughing it in the beautiful northern wilderness with hundreds of backcountry camping areas.
Sault Ste. Marie also has its share of historical and cultural attractions. The finer details of its local history are on display at the Sault Ste. Marie Museum. Back along the canal the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site is dotted with historic power stations, administration buildings, and antique machinery dating back to the 19th century.
Expand your explorations with a boat tour or hover high above the city with Sault Ste. Marie’s popular helicopter tours.
When you fly from Washington, DC to Sault Ste. Marie, you’re sure to find something to love in The Soo.
Lake Superior Provincial Park
Superior outdoor fun
When your flight from Washington, DC to Sault Ste. Marie touches down, you’ll be a road trip away from Lake Superior Provincial Park. On the northeastern side of the world’s largest lake are beautiful sprawling beaches, cliffs, and rocky shores.
Lake Superior Provincial Park boasts inland attractions like forests, lakes, wetlands, and rivers. Cascading waterfalls flow from Till Creek, Baldhead River, Sand River, and Agawa River. Nature lovers and professional photographers are sure to find snap-worthy scenes throughout the area.
Embark on an outdoor expedition, or simply relax in the midst of the natural beauty in Lake Superior Provincial Park. Hundreds of backcountry camping options, and a wide selection of hiking trails, picnic areas, and canoe routes keep visitors entertained for hours, even days, at a time.
Trapper’s Trail lets you traverse through wetlands and admire wildlife from a floating boardwalk.
Enjoy a calm moment by the water at Orphan Lake Trail. This longer looped path winds through seasonal wildflowers and fall foliage, ultimately leading visitors to lookouts, beaches, and Baldhead River, before joining up with the Coastal Trail.
More advanced hikers will be rewarded for their efforts on the Agawa Rock Pictographs Trail with the rare and unique opportunity to view Ojibway markings on rock ledges up close.
Fly from Washington to Sault Ste. Marie for a superior, remote, paradise at Lake Superior Provincial Park.
Downtown Sault Ste. Marie
Cultural attractions and northern charm
Fly from Washington, DC to Sault Ste. Marie and head to the city’s downtown district for a change of pace. Downtown Sault Ste. Marie is a welcoming showcase of the city’s best urban and cultural offerings topped off with friendly northern charm.
In this neighbourhood you can catch a provocative art house film or a live performance, dine in style, and admire local artwork. When it’s time to eat, downtown Sault Ste. Marie has a buffet of dining options including cafés, trattorias, steakhouses, and grills.
This area is home to a handful of Sault Ste. Marie attractions including the historic Ermatinger Old Stone House, Sault Ste. Marie Museum, and the Essar Centre.
Maximize your northern Canadian getaway, and get your adrenaline racing with an action-packed game of hockey at the GFL Memorial Gardens. It's also a great opportunity to mingle with Sault Ste. Marie residents as they cheer on local favourites.
To learn more about the locals of days gone by, visit the Sault Ste. Marie Museum. This elegant early 20th century building is a former postal and customs office. Romanesque and classical features give way to hardwood floors, and oak staircases within this three-storey structure. The mixed architectural styles and clock tower make the museum a distinct Sault Ste. Marie landmark.
Don’t let this small town feel fool you. Nightlife is alive and well in Sault Ste. Marie with a diverse music scene. Lounge around at a real nightlife gem, Loplops. At this carefully curated gallery, bar, and full-service restaurant, art lovers and locals can listen to live music while mingling and sipping their fancy cocktails.
Fly from Washington, DC to Sault Ste. Marie and have a look around downtown, the ideal area for learning more about Sault Ste. Marie’s past and indulging in its present.
How to get to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Porter’s check-in desk is located in Terminal A.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 44 km / 28 mi from downtown Washington, DC.
Transportation to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Uber and Lyft are available at Washington Dulles International Airport. Exit on the arrivals level where all ride-sharing vehicles meet travellers.
The Silver Line Express shuttle bus provides service to the airport from Wiehle Avenue Metrorail Station, on the Metro Silver Line. The fare is $5 USD.
Please allow sufficient time to drop off your car rental before your departing flight.
Taxis from downtown cost about $55 USD. Car service costs about $80 USD.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Landing in Sault Ste. Marie
Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) is about 19 km / 12 mi from downtown Sault Ste. Marie.
Transportation
Car rental services are available at Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM).
Taxi and car service to downtown costs about $45 CAD.
The information and figures above are for reference only, and may not be current. Please visit each airport's website for up-to-date details.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
