Wildlife View

There are exceptional opportunities for viewing and photographing wildlife in the area.
The majority of people traveling in the preserve frequently see a moose, a bear, or some other wildlife.

The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources maintains several wildlife viewing stations which provide interpretive information and shelter from adverse weather conditions. Most of the preserve's wildlife species are indigenous to the boreal forest region of north-eastern Ontario. Fur bearers include: muskrat, beaver, fisher, marten, mink, fox, otter, lynx and timber wolf. It is estimated that the game preserve supports eight to ten wolf packs. Black bears are also numerous and the preserve is believed to contain a population of 2,000 bears. Moose are the most visible game animal. Surveys suggest that the preserve supports a population of close to 2,500 of these massive herbivores. Statistics indicate that more than 60% of all visitors will see at least one moose.

Elk

Although not native, there may be elk wandering about the Preserve. In 1933, approximately 60 elk were released by the Canadian National Railway near Peterbell because the animals appeared to be ill. Migrating to a location near Missinaibi Lake, the elk seemed to do quite well. Although rarely observed, tracks and antlers are occasionally found indicating that some elk may still exist. The herd originated in Alberta and was destined for southern Ontario. The exact number remaining today is unknown.

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