“An 18th-century star-shaped stone fortress built by the Hudson’s Bay Company to guard the fur trade; the walls are three metres thick and constructed from raw; local granite; the 42 cannons still face the subarctic waters of Hudson Bay; visit in October when polar bears prowl the tundra; the wind off the ice is a biting; metallic force that makes the stone walls feel like a desperate shelter.”
About Prince of Wales Fort
An 18th-century star-shaped stone fortress built by the Hudson’s Bay Company to guard the fur trade; the walls are three metres thick and constructed from raw; local granite; the 42 cannons still face the subarctic waters of Hudson Bay; visit in October when polar bears prowl the tundra; the wind off the ice is a biting; metallic force that makes the stone walls feel like a desperate shelter.
Why Visit
Prince of Wales Fort is one of Canada's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for Prince of Wales Fort in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
