Life on the Lake
Sailboat. Powerboat. Houseboat. Runabout. Personal watercraft.
How you choose to explore & enjoy Lake of the Woods is up to you.
Northern Harbour is your launching point to adventure or relaxation.
Test of Time
For over 45 years, Northern Harbour has been providing safe & secure docking, winter & summer storage, and professional & honest service for marine vessels on Lake of the Woods.
Established in 1976 by Ed Lugossy, construction of the original two docks was completed in 1977. Gary and Barb Hall purchased the business in 1980 and have owned & operated it ever since.
Northern Harbour in 2021
Hover to see how far we’ve come since 1981
GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: 49.729877 Longitude: -94.360045 49°43’45.4″N 94°21’34.6″W .Latitude: 49.729877 Longitude: -94.360045 49°43’45.4″N 94°21’34.6″W .
GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 49.729877 Longitude: -94.360045 49°43’45.4″N 94°21’34.6″W .Latitude: 49.729877 Longitude: -94.360045 49°43’45.4″N 94°21’34.6″W .
Easy Access
Located off Highway 17 East of Kenora, along the north shore of Pine Portage Bay, Northern Harbour is one of central Canada’s largest marinas. The only destination at the end of Northern Harbour Road is the family-run business that provides seasonal docking for over 200 boats, lifts & stores hundreds more, and offers a variety of repair & maintenance services.
How do you get here?
Northern Harbour Road is not currently identified on Google Maps, but it is clearly marked with provincial signage on Highway 17, just east of Bigstone Bay Rd. and west of Storm Bay Rd.
Where are you from?
The majority of our customers live in Manitoba or nearby in the Kenora area – but we do welcome annual guests from across Canada, the United States, and as far away as New Zealand!
What’s the latest?
Follow Northern Harbour on Facebook for helpful updates and other information. From fun photos and friendly reminders to job postings and changes to service hours & availability.
A Full Service Marina
So much more than just a place to park your boat…
Handled with Care
No matter the size, shape, or seaworthiness – every captain loves their ship.
Your boat is important to you, so it’s important to us. We have the experience, equipment and facilities to take care of you and your vessel. We go above and beyond the basics of lifts in & out, premium gas & diesel, parking, parts, propane, and pump outs. Lake season in Northwestern Ontario is always too short, so we do our best to ensure you can maximize on your favorite time of the year.
Summer Hours: Weekdays 8am – 5pm Weekends 9am – 5pm Closed Daily Noon – 1pm
Our helpful staff will ensure you have the essentials you need:
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Shop Hours: Weekdays 8am – 5pm Closed Daily Noon – 1pm
Our team of experienced experts can maintain, repair, and upgrade your vessel.
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Certified ABYC (American Boat & Yacht Council) Marine Technician
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If we can’t fix it – we will do our best to find or recommend someone who can help!
All lifts and equipment services are by APPOINTMENT ONLY – please email us your requests
Our experienced staff have the knowledge and equipment to lift, move, and prep your vessel.
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Lift out & lift in to water are free with storage – additional lifts & moves are extra
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Lifts include machine and operator – riggers are extra
Our boat launch ramp and parking areas are reserved for Northern Harbour customers
We offer multiple options to serve your needs:
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For your safety, there is no parking in the lower lot during spring & fall lift out
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Please follow the signs & park along the guide ropes throughout the summer
Need something but don’t see it on our extensive list of services?
Please email us with questions or inquire in-person during shop hours.
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Also located on-site: Big Lake Fibreglass repair shop
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Bowline Yachts Ltd. sales broker & marine parts vendor
Summer Hours:
Weekdays 8am – 5pm
Weekends 9am – 5pm
Closed Daily Noon – 1pm
Our helpful staff will ensure you have the essentials you need:
Shop Hours:
Weekdays 8am – 5pm
Closed Daily Noon – 1pm
Our team of experienced experts can maintain, repair, and upgrade your vessel.
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Certified ABYC (American Boat & Yacht Council) Marine Technician
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If we can’t fix it – we will do our best to find or recommend someone who can help!
All lifts and equipment services are by APPOINTMENT ONLY – please email us your requests
Our experienced staff have the knowledge and equipment to lift, move, and prep your vessel.
-
Lift out & lift in to water are free with storage – additional lifts & moves are extra
-
Lifts include machine and operator – riggers are extra
Our boat launch ramp and parking areas are reserved for Northern Harbour customers
We offer multiple options to serve your needs:
-
For your safety, there is no parking in the lower lot during spring & fall lift out
-
Please follow the signs & park along the guide ropes throughout the summer
Need something but don’t see it on our extensive list of services?
Please email us with questions or inquire in-person during shop hours.
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Also located on-site: Big Lake Fibreglass repair shop
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Bowline Yachts Ltd. sales broker & marine parts vendor
Join Hundreds of Happy Customers
Aware and Responsible
Marine-based businesses play an important role in protecting Ontario’s waterways so that future generations can continue to enjoy all the advantages of lake life that we do, today. Northern Harbour actively promotes safe and respectful boating and is committed to adopting sustainable practices and processes to limit environmental impact.
The Ontario-developed Clean Marine Eco-Rating Program is an environmental program that allows marine businesses to follow best environmental practices to reduce and prevent water, air and land pollution associated with recreational boating activities in Ontario.
Scores from a 220-point assessment are converted into an Eco-Rating system ranking from Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond and Diamond Elite as the highest achievement.
As a boater, this is your assurance that the marina has adopted the highest environmental standards for marinas in the world.
DIAMOND Eco-Rating
The future looks bright…
To ensure that everyone has the opportunity to experience one of Canada’s greatest natural resources, Northern Harbour has ambitious plans to expand.
Lakefront real estate prices continue to skyrocket well beyond the financial scope of the average family. A modest boat and seasonal docking slip can provide a reasonably priced option for many who desire access to the Lake of the Woods.
We respectfully acknowledge that Northern Harbour and the waters it serves are on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Anishinaabe and Métis Peoples of Treaty #3