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Fort Simpson

Fort SimpsonFort Simpson (Liidlii Kue, "place where the rivers come together") is the Dehcho's gateway to the Nahanni Country. From here, take off for the mountains, by air, or by boat. Day tours are offered by local air charter companies to Virginia Falls and other points in Nahanni Country. Visit a small lodge on a mountain lake for a weekend or a week. Or travel the North Nahanni River by jet boat on a camping trip into the Nahanni Range.

Fort Simpson has a selection of activities for visitors. Try a historic walking tour covering prospector Albert Faille's cabin, the Papal Grounds, and Fort Simpson Heritage Park, a likely location of the first trading post here in 1801. The Village's visitor information centre has displays on the history, culture and geography of the region. The administration office for Nahanni National Park Reserve is in Fort Simpson as well, and provides information, reservation and registration services.

Spend an afternoon at the nine-hole Seven Spruce Golf Course. There's a restaurant at the hotel, and a hotel, motel and B&Bs offer accommodations. Ask about Dene crafts. High quality items are available, from clothing to unique wall decor featuring fine beadwork, moosehair tufting and quillwork.

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Historic Fort Simpson

Fort Simpson played a role in the story of the fur trade in northern Canada.

Nahanni Country Attractions

Fly out to see and explore the unusual features of Nahanni Country.

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Sambaa K'e Development Corporation

The most recent archaeological evidence indicates that Sambaa Ke (Trout Lake) has been a traditional fishing site for at least 2000 years. There is a simple reason for this fact: the size and quality of the fish. For the past 30 years, Sambaa Ke has operated a small rustic fishing...

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North Nahanni Naturalist Lodge

Full service lodge located on Cli Lake 72 miles west of Fort Simpson in the Nahanni Mountain Range. Fish for trout, grayling, pike. Guided hiking, birding, wildlife viewing, cultural activities, conferences. Accommodates 24 in lodge, cabins and tent frames. Includes meals, boats and motors, guides, sauna, hot tub, fireplaces. Jet...

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North Nahanni River Tours

Custom hourly and daily guided river tours by outboard or jet boat in the Dehcho region. From Fort Simpson, on Mackenzie, Liard, North Nahanni, Ram, Root and Willow Rivers. Scenic stops, cultural interpretation, camping, hiking, photography, catch and release fishing. Snacks and lunches provided. June 1 to September 30.

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Open Sky Creative Society (OSCS)

The Open Sky Creative Society (OSCS) was formed in 1999 by local artists & arts supporters who saw a need for an arts & cultural service organization as well as presentation & artist outreach opportunities in the Dehcho. The society’s presence in our region is vital as extreme distances to the nearest...

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Nahanni National Park Reserve

Nahanni National Park Reserve of Canada (Naha Dehe) protects a portion of the Mackenzie Mountains Natural Region in the southwest Northwest Territories and offers the adventurous visitor a remarkable, northern wilderness experience. The park reserve was established in 1972, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and the...

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Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures

For a Great Northern Experience! Yellowknife Outdoor Adventures offers a variety of day trips ranging from 2 to 10 hours in all seasons for all ages. We can tailor outdoor day programs or packages to suit your needs.We also provide hotel accommodations in yellowknife. Summer Activities: Great Slave Lake...

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Deh Cho First Nations

"Strong, proud happy people through self-government and sustainable economic development while maintaining the integrity of the land and the Dene/Metis traditions."

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Shehtah Adventures

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Wolverine Air (1988) Ltd.

Air charter service based in Fort Simpson, operating year-round service since 1972. Wheels, skis, floats. Nahanni National Park Reserve specialist. Flightseeing and self-guided canoeing, hiking and fishing trips.

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Nahanni Inn Ltd.

29 rooms, two suites, private bath, TV, phone, coffee shop, licensed dining room, lounge, conference room. Pets OK. Children under 12 n/c. Wheelchair access. Senior's discount. All major credit cards.

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Simpson Air

Simpson Air (and its predecessor) is the oldest continuously-operated flying service in the Mackenzie Valley, established in the early 1960s. Air charters, tour packages, canoeing/rafting drop-offs, flightseeing, serving the Nahanni National Park Reserve area. Flightseeing day tours to Nahanni National Park Reserve, Virginia Falls, Glacier Lake, Cirque...

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Nahanni Mountain Lodge

Fly in fishing trips to lodge located on Little Doctor Lake, 100 km west of Fort Simpson. Accommodates 13 in cabins. Pickerel, northern pike (to 38 lb), lake trout, Arctic grayling. Swimming, canoeing. Satellite phone. Flight-seeing day tours to Nahanni National Park Reserve. June 1 to September 30. Three...

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Deh Cho Suites

New, beautifully decorated accommodation in quiet private area in Fort Simpson, close to everything. 6 suites and guest rooms c/w private entrance, private bath, ADSL and wireless Internet, satellite TV: Access to full kitchen, laundry and barbecue, complimentary continental breakfast. We accept debit and major credit cards. Absolutely the...

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Fort of the Forks

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Ohare knives

Extremely high quality locally made hand crafted knives. Various designs and custom orders accepted. Wonderful tools for hunting and fishing. Visit our web site to view our numerous knife designs. Member of The Knifemakers' Guild. Prices range from $170 to $800.

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Land is Life Ltd.

Visit our Traditional Dene camp for summer and winter adventures; Aboriginal guided tours on the Mackenzie River by boat or canoe; experience the Aboriginal culture and history first hand. View the wildlife and Aurora Borealis. Discover yourself in the northern wilderness.

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Mackenzie Rest Inn

A beautifully appointed home with 5 guest rooms, overlooking the Mackenzie River in Fort Simpson. Your comfort is our business!

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Nahanni Shuttle Partnership

Nahanni Shuttle provides charter van shuttles from the Nahanni to Fort Simpson. 15 passenger van and trailer for canoes. Reliable, clean and efficient. Pick ups at Blackstone Landing or Lindberg Landing.

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South Nahanni Airways

Charters to Nahanni National Park Reserve, Twin Otter on wheels, floats, skis. Day trip charters for groups of 10-15 passengers.

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Fort Simpson Visitor Information Centre

Community visitor centre, May 15 - Sept 15, 9 am-7 pm. Assistance provided for tours in community, accommodations, park use, etc.

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K & K Expediting

Specializes in logistics, freight handling and truck rentals. We also rent satellite phones, snowmobiles and ATVs.

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South Nahanni Executive Suites

Lovely two bedroom suite, full kitchen, full bath, satellite TV, high speed internet service with computer, library seating area, washer and dryer available, across from golf course, golf clubs available, BBQ for use.

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Fort Simpson Gardens

Two apartments, accommodation for up to three persons in each, located on the second floor of a building at the heart of the community. Jacuzzi and sauna facilities. High speed wireless Internet. The location on the main street allows for easy access to restaurant, convenience store and other facilities. From $...

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Janor Guest House

Fort Simpson's best kept secret! A guest house with six rooms located downtown, across from the High School, on Main Street. Close to everything. Rates begin at $125 per room, per night. Non-smoking. Privacy. High speed wireless Internet, treadmill, barbecue, laundromat, movie channels, fax, guest phone. Continental breakfast....

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Lindberg Landing

Between Fort Simpson and Fort Liard on the Liard Highway (Hwy 7). Accommodates 16 in 2-bedroom log house and two rustic cabins. By appointment only. Please write for information.

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Maroda Motel

15 units, eight with air-conditioned kitchenettes. Private bath, TV, phone. Senior's discounts. All major credit cards.

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Wild Rose Boardroom and B & B

Located in Wild Rose acreages. Private accommodation. Transportation available upon request. Short term and long term rates available.

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