Parks and Recreation Long Rapids Park is located on the west side of M-65 north just south of the bridge with a beautiful access to the Thunder Bay River. The township recently received a grant to install a handicap accessible canoe/kayak launch and a spacious fishing/viewing platform. The parking lot has been expanded with paved walkway to the launch. A park port-potty is available for visitors. Future plans include adding a pavilion for visitors as well. long_rapids_twp_rec_plan_2016_2020_finalDownload Beautiful point of view of a kayak on the Thunder Bay River Fully handicap accessible canoe or kayak launch – instructions provided on signage at end of ramp Local area church youth group try out the new handicap accessible canoe/kayak launch on a warm summer’s eve They have launched! Fishing platform for the sport or simply to enjoy the view. Signage educating visitors of the area’s past history