There is a swimming pool which operates during summer months only. A swimming instructor is hired every summer by the Hamlet. Volleyball and badminton are popular indoor sorts. Fort Simpson has two very nice ball diamonds. Slo-pitch is very popular with at least five teams in the community.
Teams often travel to other communities for tournaments.
The Territorial play downs are usually held in Fort Simpson. There is also a nice campground area which is used by tourists in the summer months. The Fort Simpson Hotel and Maroda Motel and Bannock Land Bed and Breakfast are the only commercial facilities for accommodation if Fort Simpson. These rates do not include meals. The Detachment has a three bedroom house with a full basement.