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Sudbury Basin
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The Sudbury Basin is a colossal impact structure created by a meteorite strike nearly two billion years ago. Spanning 62 kilometers long and 30 kilometers wide, it is one of the largest and oldest known impact craters on Earth. The basin's unique geology has made it a global hotspot for nickel and copper mining, with its rim and floor offering dramatic landscapes. Visitors can explore the region's crater-related features at the Dynamic Earth science center or take in panoramic views from the scenic lookout at the Sudbury Observatory. The site's sheer scale and geological significance make it a must-see for science enthusiasts.
Don't miss
- View the crater's vast scale from the Sudbury Observatory lookout.
- Learn about the impact's role in creating the region's mineral deposits at Dynamic Earth.
- Drive along the crater rim for a sense of its immense size.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Sudbury Basin
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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