The Outdoorsman Motel, One of Wawa’s Best Pet Friendly Motels
Travelling to Wawa and looking for a pet friendly motel can be a daunting task, especially if you are travelling along the Trans Canada Highway along Lake Superior. Most hotels and motels have limited availability subject to rooms booked.
Good News! The Outdoorsman Motel has several pet friendly motel rooms with air conditioning that accommodate dogs only. We love pets and we are here for you even if you are fairly late. We can do our best to accommodate you. It’s important to book your motel room early if you are bringing your dog. You can expect top-notch accommodations, especially in our pet friendly rooms. Our pet owners often comment that we have a very thorough cleaning protocol that keeps all the rooms very clean.
Just a note, our guests also say that we are one of the most friendly motels in wawa with one of the lowest nightly price points. Our Motto is “Spend the night, not a fortune,” and we mean that.
The Best Northern Motel for Pets

At Outdoorsman, we take pride in being animal lovers. We have always loved animals, and we will continue to love them. Our owners have had their share of pets over the years, and they know important pets can be.
The Outdoorsman Motel owners Ray and Lyne Vaillant are seasoned travellers who have stayed in hotels and motels worldwide. From this experience, they know exactly what guests look for in a clean pet friendly room–and deliver just that to Wawa’s northern motel-goers.
Our hardworking housekeeping team have been with us for a long time and know exactly what details to clean in each motel room. We’re proud of our detailed cleaning system, and how our employees take extra pride in providing quality service that goes above and beyond the cleaning basics. From free Wi fi access, to complimentary fresh-brewed coffee and cookies to real wine glasses and drink glassware, we’ve got all the comforts you need to feel right at home.
Contact us to reserve your room: 1-705-856-4000
Book your room online now: Click here
Pet Friendly Activities in Wawa, Ontario
There are many things to do with pets in Wawa, Ontario. For those of you who have pets that love the outdoors and nature, there is plenty of that to do.
There is a green space and park located right next to the Outdoorsman Motel so you can take your dog for a daily walk, run daily or for them to do their business close by.
Other great things to explore around Wawa with your pet is discover some of the incredible hiking trails, beaches and waterfalls located close to our motel.
One great location is the Agawa Canyon Trail. This trail features a wide variety of landscapes, including a gorge that is over 100 meters/330 feet deep and waterfalls with heights reaching up to 60 meters/197 feet. There are also plenty of wildlife to see, like caribou, moose, and black bears.
There is also a number of other things to do, like visiting one of Wawa’s many beaches, including Chippewa Beach, which features stunning views and crystal clear water so your pet can go for a swim. There are also several hiking trails for you and your pets!
We invite you to stay at the Outdoorsman Motel while you enjoy all the scenic attractions Wawa has for you
Contact us to reserve your room: 1-705-856-4000
Book your room online now: Click here
All Things That Make a Motel Room Great
We have equipped our rooms for maximum comfort. All the rooms have free wi fi and a large flat-screen TV with full cable packages. Your room is equipped with modern air-conditioning so that you can sleep at the most comfortable temperature.
Each of our private bathroom and showers are modern and come with modern amenities and complimentary toiletries. You also get a full-sized refrigerator and freezer in each room. We offer complimentary glass wine and drink glasses so you can enjoy a drink or two in your room.
Outdoorsman Motel also offers the following:
- free wi-fi
- Flat screen TVs with cable tv
- hair dryer
- coffee makers (in our Kitchenette rooms)
- free parking, private parking in our well lit parking lot
- air conditioning
- complimentary BBQ’s and utensils
- glassware and wine glasses to use
- large family friendly motel rooms
- free shuttle service to the airport
- fresh-baked cookies and fresh-brewed coffee served every morning at 6 a.m.

Large Parking Lot for Your Pet

The large parking lot is the first thing you might notice when you enter our motel. It enables us to provide our visitors with free private parking. The free parking lot accommodates large vehicles with trailers if needed. It is well-lit and has video surveillance, so your vehicles are safe no matter how long you are staying. There are garbage containers near every room entrance to dispose of any pet poop bags.
You might also notice that you are provided with a full-sized BBQ and all necessary utensils. You can spend an evening grilling outside for you and your pet friend.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Restaurant for Guests
Everything is within walking distance for our guests. Staying at the Outdoorsman Motel means you get easy access to everything you need for a comfortable stay. A grocery store, and beer store are located across the street from our motel.
And if you need a local fitness center, it is nearby in our local Sports Complex.
While you are with us, we consider you part of the family. So each morning, by 6 a.m., we serve freshly baked cookies and the best pot of freshly brewed coffee. If you are looking for a local restaurant, consider one of the following. Each restaurant is within walking distance for our guests. You will have to check in advance to confirm if the restaurant will allow your pet.
- Viking Restaurant ( Closed for the Winter Season)
- Subway Restaurant
- North of 17 Restaurant
- Wawa Goose Bar & Grill
- Krazy Fries ( Closed for the Winter Season )
- Lakeview
- Kinniwabi Restaurant ( Closed for the Winter Season )
- Tim Hortons
Guests Can Bring Their Pet to the Wawa Attractions, Festivals and Events
Wawa is best known for its famous big Goose Monument that overlooks the entrance to this picturesque community. This historical monument marks the opening of the last link of the Lake Superior section of the Trans-Canada Highway more than 50 years ago.
There are numerous Wawa festivals and events including the Blueberry Fair, Canada Day Celebrations, the Festival of Lights, the Wawa Winter Carnival and Wawa Music Festival to name a few.
Visit the Tourist Information Centre located at the junction of Highway 17 and 101. Travel Centre Staff are local experts and can answer all your questions about the area. The Centre is open from May to Thanksgiving.
- Blueberry Fall Fair
- Canada Day
- Ice Candle Celebration
- Curling Bonspiel
- Festival of Lights
- Goose Nest Market
- Hockey Tournaments
- Santa Clause Parade
- Wawa Ice Fishing
- Wawa Music Festival
- Wawa Salmon Derby
- Wawa Winter Carnival
Contact us to reserve your room: 1-705-856-4000
Book your room online now: Click here

We Strive to be the Best Wawa Pet Friendly Motel

We are one of the best Wawa pet-friendly hotel /motel in Northern Ontario, and we offer our guests everything you and your pet need for a comfortable stay. The quality of service we offer our clients is seen in the reviews they leave. Verified traveler stayed reviews.
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