Back to God's Country stars early independent producer, writer, conservationist, and star Nell Shipman shot on location in the frozen wilds of Canada. Shipman, a fearless free spirit on and off-screen, was ably supported by brilliant cameraman Joseph B. Walker, who went on to shoot many of Frank Capra's classic films.

In Back to God's Country Shipman is a beautiful young wife trapped on an ice-bound ship. The captain, a murderous fugitive, will stop at nothing to have his way with Nell. With only the help of a ferocious dog named Wapi, she must stave off his advances and escape with her severely wounded husband to safety.