Sailors have been known to travel from around the world to see the beauty of the North Channel. Moyles Harbour, a large natural harbour lies on the Northeast coast of John Island and is surrounded by the camp property. Many campers make the trek each year to 'Lost Lake' a natural spring fed lake at the summit of John Island. On the eastern shores of John Island lies the site of YMCA John Island Camp. Donated to the Sudbury Family YMCA by the Bell family in 1949, the 272-acre property features a km long sandy beach with camper cabins set among the pines at it's edge.
Campers eat meals in the large central dining hall.
Fresh produce and food are delivered regularly and water is supplied from our own well which is tested regularly by provincial authorities. Campers and supplies are transported from the mainland to John Island in large boats designed for travel in the Great Lakes. Camper cabins are rustic, with built-in bunk beds and storage. Counselling staff live in the cabin with their cabin group. John Island was once the site of the Town of Moyles Mills , a thriving turn of the century lumber community.