Map of Kenora

Map of Kenora, a city in northwestern Ontario on the shores of Lake of the Woods, near the Manitoba border.

Last reviewed on April 27, 2026

About Kenora

Kenora is the regional centre for the Kenora District and a major tourism destination for cottagers and boaters on Lake of the Woods, which contains more than 14,000 islands. The city was historically known as Rat Portage.

Geography & Major Routes

Highway 17 (the Trans-Canada) passes through the city, providing the only major road route across the Manitoba border.

Kenora Districts & Communities

The downtown waterfront on Main Street, the Keewatin neighbourhood at the west end (a former separate town), and Jaffray Melick to the east are the main parts of the city.

Region

Kenora is part of Northwestern Ontario, with a population of approximately 15,000. For broader context, see the Northern Ontario regional map and the Ontario map with cities.

Related Ontario Maps

Other useful maps for trips through this part of Ontario

Northern Ontario Map

Regional map covering the northwest including Thunder Bay and Kenora.

Ontario Highway Map

Complete provincial highway network including the 400-series.

Ontario Cities Map

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All Ontario Cities

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