In Ontario, thousands of aurora chasers flock to the lake to make their Instagram-perfect pictures of the dancing lights. My Aurora Forecast is the best app for seeing the Northern Lights in Canada and the rest of the world. In Whitehorse you can stay at unique Aurora glass chalets for the ultimate viewing experience. Though most Northern Lights hunters head to Europe to catch the majestic lights, Alaska is also an ideal and less conventional destination. The Grotto, Bruce Peninsula National Park. I write about travel, social justice issues, and veganism and in the past I have written about parenting, health, and children’s rights. By JIM THOMAS-- Soft Serve News Auroras are difficult to predict with precision. These disturbances are … So bundle up in your warmest parka, grab your Tim Horton’s coffee and be on the lookout for wild moose, Eh? The northern lights, or Aurora Borealis, is a unique display visible from a number of locations, including Canada. . The Northern Lights are one nature’s greatest displays of true beauty. Aurora Borealis is stronger and more visible during the colder months and timing is crucial. Situated along the Yukon River that flows right through town there is spectacular scenery around every corner. There are stunning folded mountains and geological formations all around you with wildlife living in the area. Remote communities without light pollution are ideal locations for Northern Light viewing as is a clear sky without clouds. I write about travel, social justice issues, and veganism and in the past I have written about parenting, health, and children’s rights. Yes, including Canadian moose. You can also reach Polar Bear Provincial Park, an isolated wild spot in northernmost Ontario. A bit further north from Toronto, visit Chapleau Nature Preserve. Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. See The Northern Lights In These 6 Places In Canada… Forecasts are adjusted as solar and magnetic field conditions change. If you are going to Canada specifically to see the northern lights, try to plan your trip from December to January. It should be a clear and dark night, and the best hours are around midnight. Get cozy inside your Teepee with a hot drink and roaring wood fire as you watch the natural light show outside. The natural phenomenon is caused by the sun’s charged particles interacting with the molecules and atoms in the atmosphere on earth. These disturbances are measured in Kp-Index on a scale from 0 to 9. But for now lets focus on top viewing locations in Canada. Aurora Village is located on the Ingraham Trail near Yellowknife and entirely Aboriginal owned. The beautiful natural phenomenon is caused by geomagnetical activity or disturbances caused by "solar wind". The peak time to view the Northern Lights in Manitoba is January to March. Torrance Barrens Night Sky Reserve is the closest to Toronto, and it's also known for strong geomagnetic activity. Strong northern lights (Aurora borealis) substorm on night sky over downtown Whitehorse, capital of ... [+] the Yukon Territory, Canada, in winter. The Alaska Highway passes through the park where the wonders of nature abound. Strong northern lights (Aurora borealis) substorm on night sky over downtown Whitehorse, capital of ...[+] the Yukon Territory, Canada, in winter. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. The beautiful natural phenomenon is caused by geomagnetical activity or disturbances caused by "solar wind". The Kp-Index has to be at least 4 to go on an aurora hunt in Ontario. Built with a sleek dark design, it appeals to both tourists and serious aurora watchers by telling you what you want to know - whether that is exactly how likely you are to see the aurora borealis or details about the solar winds and high-resolution sun imagery. © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. You can learn a lot here about Cree nation, one of the largest groups of First Nations in Canada. I write about vegan and kind travel around the world. This vast territory has little light pollution and therefore suits perfectly for an aurora borealis hunt. Alaska’s Northern Lights season is between mid-September and late-April, peaking in February and March.. Fairbanks is located right below the auroral zone, and is known for its consistently clear skies due to its low precipitation. If you are looking for an overnight adventure head to Churchill Northern Studies Centre located along the coast of Hudson Bay. This app is available only on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.  You can stay overnight in the village that consists of 21 traditional Teepees surrounding a frozen lake. Meet our Forecaster. Manitoulin Island is also washed by a magical Lake Huron that serves a perfect backdrop for the glowing natural phenomenon. They alert people when active aurora will be in the nightly forecast with a series of flashing colors – blue, green or red. It's the world's largest game preserve covering the area of more than 700,000 ha (1,729,735 acres). I love meeting animals in the wild and doing what I can to protect our beautiful earth and cleaning up the oceans. Whitehorse is located in the traditional territory of two Aboriginal communities, Ta’an Kwäch’än Council and Kwanlin Dün First Nation. Auroras occur not only on planet earth but on other worlds in the solar system such as Jupiter and Neptune. Muncho Lake Provincial Park in northern British Columbia is a top place in the province for Aurora sightings. Another spot is Pukaskawa National Park, a nature preserve located on the shores of Lake Superior. Getty. Northern Lights Resort & Spa has large floor to ceiling wrap around windows that open up to the inviting northern sky so you can watch the light show from your room while experiencing the starry skies of winter. If you go for a walk around town be on the lookout for small Northern Lighthouses scattered throughout the city. This is especially true in the non-Arctic areas like the Canadian Rockies. Or head further south to Flin Flon and stay at a lakeside lodge or Bed & Breakfast in this thriving northern community. Instead of planning an overseas trip to catch a glimpse of the celestial spectacle, consider these destinations just across the border. All Rights Reserved, This is a BETA experience. That essentially means that some kind of display of Northern Lights could occur before midnight tonight, but make sure you check the NOAA’s Aurora 30-minute forecast… Gordon’s Park Eco Reserve located on the northern part of Manitoulin Island is another great spot to observe the northern lights because of its pollution-free air and dark skies. With this app, you'll be seeing the Northern Lights in no time.- Find the current KP index and how likely you are to see the Northern Lights.- View a list of the best locations to view from right now.- Map showing how strong the aurora is around the world, based on the SWPC ovation auroral forecast.- Free push notifications when auroral activity is expected to be high.- Forecasts for the next hour, several hours and several weeks so you can plan your Northern Lights viewing long in advance (subject to weather conditions).- Solar wind statistics and sun imagery.- Tour information so if you're considering to go to locations such as Iceland, Sweden, Finland or even Alaska or Canada, you'll be able to find tours that we can recommend to you.- Support for the latest iPhone and iPad (including split view).- Completely free of charge for all functionality, no in-app purchases.If you want the latest updates on geomagnetic activity and enjoy viewing the aurora borealis, this app is right for you. Located within the Auroral band centering on the 65th parallel, the ideal time to search for Aurora Borealis in Fort McMurray is around midnight from October to March on cold clear evenings. Requires iOS 9.3 or later. Up to six family members will be able to use this app with Family Sharing enabled. This is a remote area with no highways and no light pollution in the northeastern part of the province. The variations in color are related to the type of gas particles colliding, with the most common a yellow-ish green. Although Ontario is one of Canada's southerly provinces, you might be lucky to see aurora borealis here in the depth of winter. The word Muncho comes from the Aboriginal name meaning “big water” and when the Aurora Borealis reflects off the turquoise Muncho Lake it’s totally magical. Northern Rockies Lodge has cozy lodge rooms and rustic cabins for rent in the heart of nature. Another top Canadian spot to see the Northern Lights is Churchill, Manitoba as it’s perfectly situated right below the Aurora Oval.