AULD REEKIE LODGE:
NORTHERN ONTARIO'S PREMIER ATV BASECAMP

ATV vacations in Northern Ontario combine rugged backcountry, endless trails, and small-town hospitality into one unforgettable adventure. From family-friendly rides to technical routes that challenge experienced riders, this region is built for anyone who loves mud, rock, and remote wilderness.

Why Northern Ontario is ATV Country

Northern Ontario offers thousands of kilometres of ATV-friendly trails that weave through lakes, rivers, and old logging and mining roads, giving riders a true sense of exploration. The terrain shifts from smooth forest roads to rocky climbs and creek crossings, so every day on the machine can feel different.

Because many of these trail systems are managed by organized clubs and provincial trail networks, you'll find marked routes, lookouts, and loop options that make planning day trips and multi-day rides straightforward. Yet, it never loses that wild, off-the-grid feeling that ATV riders crave.

Auld Reekie Lodge: Your ATV Basecamp

In the heart of this riding country, Auld Reekie Lodge in Gowganda has become a true hotspot for ATV vacations and trail riding. Located on the shores of Gowganda Lake in Northeastern Ontario, the lodge sits right in a remote wilderness region but is still easy to reach by road from centres like Sudbury or North Bay.

Trails run near our property, giving riders immediate access to hundreds of kilometres of designated ATV trails, forest roads, and backcountry routes without ever loading the machines back on a trailer. Guests can return from a long day of riding to lakeside or lakeview accommodations, home‑cooked meals, and amenities like a beach, sauna, and comfortable common areas.

Trail Riding Around Gowganda

The Gowganda area is known for backcountry terrain that blends challenging sections with flowing, scenic stretches, making it ideal for both adventurous groups and relaxed weekend riders. Trails and old roads wind through boreal forest, along historic logging and mining routes, and out to highland viewpoints overlooking pristine northern lakes.

From Auld Reekie Lodge, riders can explore loop after loop of technical climbs, muddy stretches, and gravel straightaways, all in relatively uncrowded country. It is the kind of place where you might spend an entire day riding without seeing another group, then swap stories with fellow riders back at the lodge in the evening.

Trail Consultation for Easy Planning

One of the big advantages of planning an ATV vacation around Auld Reekie Lodge is the availability of trail consultation packages. Experienced local trail consultants advise riders on both marked and unmarked routes, including old logging roads, forest two‑tracks, and scenic highland trails that would be easy to miss without local knowledge.

Packages can include lodging, home‑cooked meals, and trail consultation so that all you need to do is bring your own machine and riding gear. This "no‑fuss" approach is perfect for riders who want to maximize seat time and minimize trip planning, especially first‑timers to Northern Ontario.

Comfort, Amenities & Year‑Round Adventure

Auld Reekie Lodge is a four‑season resort that has built its reputation around outdoor adventure, and ATVing is one of its signature experiences. The property is nestled among tall birch and pine trees on the northwest tip of Gowganda Lake, offering a classic Northern lodge setting that feels both rustic and comfortable.

Guests can choose from different meal plans, relax in cosy cabins or lodge rooms, and enjoy extras like a lakeside setting, hot tub, and licensed dining room after a full day on the trails. With repeat visitors coming back year after year for fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and ATVing, the lodge has become a trusted base for riders exploring Northern Ontario.

Planning Your Northern Ontario ATV Vacation

Before you hit the trails, make sure your ATV is registered and insured, and purchase the appropriate trail permits through Ontario's organized networks. Many riders plan three‑ to five‑day trips, using a place like Auld Reekie Lodge as their home base and heading out on different routes each day to experience new scenery and terrain.

Whether you are looking for a rugged backcountry escape with friends or a scenic getaway that mixes riding with time on the water, Northern Ontario delivers — and Auld Reekie Lodge in Gowganda stands out as one of the region's premier hotspots for unforgettable ATV vacations and trail riding.