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Little Current, Ontario (Manitoulin)

S. Triple Crown both the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.

Type City

Why go

  • American-bred Thoroughbred racehorse.
  • Served by Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM).

History

Little Current was an American Thoroughbred racehorse who won the final two legs of the 1974 U.S. Triple Crown both the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes.

Airports

Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM) 16 km to the centre
Sheguiandah, ON, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Little Current, Ontario — Little Current, Ontario (Manitoulin)
Little Current, Ontario — Little Current, Ontario (Manitoulin)
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Little Current, Ontario (Manitoulin). Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada
National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus
Intercity coach
Rider Express
Intercity coach