GREATER SUDBURY TRANSPORTATION FIELD GUIDE
A Quiet Water Taxi Home: The Final Stretch from Howry Creek to Widgawa Lodge
A 1 hour 15 minute water-taxi service operated by Widgawa Lodge & Outfitters that carries small canoe groups and their gear back to the lodge—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
A Quiet Water Taxi Home: The Final Stretch from Howry Creek to Widgawa Lodge.
After a long day of canoeing and portaging in the Greater Sudbury backcountry, the Water Taxi from Howry Creek offers a calm, scenic end to your journey—the chance to relax, reflect, and be taken directly back to Widgawa Lodge. The service is sized for small groups and is arranged through Widgawa Lodge & Outfitters, making it a practical option when you want the final leg handled for you.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Board at Howry Creek, Arrive at Widgawa Lodge
The water taxi picks you up at Howry Creek and returns directly to Widgawa Lodge, providing a peaceful on-water transfer at the end of your canoe trip.
A Relaxing Final Leg
This service is intended to let you unwind after an active day on the water and the portages—perfect for letting the group decompress on the way back to base.
Capacity, Scheduling, and Booking Options
The water taxi accommodates up to six people and can carry two canoes and their gear at the discretion of Widgawa staff; pick-ups are scheduled at about 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., and larger parties can book back-to-back taxis.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
The ride turns the last stretch into a deliberate, restorative pause—an hour-plus on quiet water after paddling and portaging, with the lodge as the destination and conversation drifting easily as gear and bodies settle in for the trip back.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this water taxi suits—and when you’ll need to make other arrangements.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pick-ups run at approximately 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.; the trip duration is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you need the taxi to transport equipment, note that it can carry up to two canoes and their gear at the discretion of Widgawa staff—plan bookings accordingly.
The taxi accommodates up to six people; if your group exceeds that number, arrange back-to-back taxis with Widgawa Lodge & Outfitters.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the water taxi ride?
The water taxi trip lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How many people can the taxi carry?
The taxi can carry up to six people.
Can the taxi carry canoes and gear?
Yes—up to two canoes and their gear can be carried, at the discretion of Widgawa staff.
When are the pick-up times?
Pick-ups are scheduled at approximately 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
What if my group is larger than six people?
If you have more than six people, book back-to-back taxi trips to move the whole party.
Who operates the Water Taxi from Howry Creek?
The service is operated by Widgawa Lodge & Outfitters.
How much does a one-way taxi cost?
The one-way fare is $147.