River, stream, or creek camping near Ottawa

Mix culture, history, and adventures outdoors when you camp near Canada’s stately national capital.

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12 top river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Ottawa

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White Pine Acres

1 site · Lodging50 acres · Lanark, ON
50 acres of beautiful old white pine forest Groomed trails lots of deer in winter Cabin is on a big pond with great sunrises and moon rises facing east Are you looking for a space to retreat and just be.  We have a new cedar cabin that could be right for you.  It is located on a pond on 50 acres.  There are groomed trails and many other hiking opportunities within a 10 minute drive. The cabin full insulated however does have propane heating, fireplace and stove.  Firepit for those beautiful evenings and a gas BBQ ready for use. Small kitchen potable water supplied spice mix and condiment packs in cabinet there is a small French press a toaster kettle and coffee percolator  You will need to bring your cooler and ice.Transportation of your belongings to cabin is possible Cabin has battery lights solar charged and has a generator for charging and cooking appliances Please be mindful of battery use if not in cabin   The cabin is a 10 minute walk from parking in on the property and the trails are marked.  We can do contactless reservation or we are happy to connect with you.   Cell phone reception is available, streaming is unreliable.  Bring a book and your hikers and relax for a day or two!   Close to ski doo trails if you are looking to stop for the night.  15 minutes to the community of Perth and 60 minutes from downtown Ottawa.   For more info and pics please go to Instagram @naturewanderer806
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White Wolf Acres

7 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Renfrew, ON
Gorgeous, serene 38 acres of pristine woodlands, trails and meadows. Our property is named after our large White German Shepard, don’t worry she’s friendly. Enjoy the sounds and sights of nature. Take a stroll down our personal trails, or bring your four-wheelers/bikes and enjoy the 1000s of kilometres of trails that begin after our driveway. Piles of rocks throughout the bush indicate that this land once was farmed. A creek runs through the property with a beaver pond. The land has a main trail that goes right through to the back of the property. The land is a mixed forest with maple, pine, hemlock, birch and cedar. The land is rolling and flat with good walking trails. Great hiking, cross country skiing or biking trails. Only 50 minutes to Kanata, 30 minutes to Perth, Almonte or Carleton Place, and for downhill skiing only 30 minutes to Calabogie. Many lakes in the area for fishing, swimming and boating. We look forward to having you stay with us, happy camping, Jacob and Andreya
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Yurta Glamping/Tent Camping 50Acres

2 sites · Lodging, Tents50 acres · Clayton, ON
A truly private and unique living experience in pure nature! 50 acres of private property; forest, meadows, rolling hills, well maintained trails, a 2 acre pond, yours to discover! Camp in your own tent or book a stay in our Yurta! Outdoor dry toilet and outhouse near walk-in sites. Also, available at our house near parking is direct access to portable drinking water, outdoor kitchen area, flush toilet, and shower. Beautiful experience during all four seasons: - 50 minutes drive from downtown Ottawa - 20 minutes drive from the historic town of Almonte - 30 minutes drive from Pakenham or Calabogie (great ski hills) - area popular for cycling (wonderful country and forest roads) - 8km to a swimming spot, beautiful lake with a little sand and diving decks - wildlife watching: deer, fox, turkeys, rabbits, ducks, geese, frogs, turtles, birds - stargaze without light pollution - camp fire (when fire band is off) - bask in the autumn colours - explore true winter wonderland; cross country ski / snowshoe Tent Camping Sites: upon arrival, choose from car camping (close to our house) to several very private walk-in (100m-300m) spots on our 50 acres. Yurta Stay: the 4 seasons Yurta sits in the middle of our property atop a very private elevated area. Listen to subtle sounds permeate the yurt while enjoying the comfort of an insulated wood stove heated space year round! To increase the full effect of this experience, the Yurta is accessible on foot (300m walk from the car parking). A trolley is provided to transport your personal belongings. Our Yurta provides a 226 square foot 4 season space. It has an operable dome and 3 large windows. It is insulated with 100% wool felt and is outfitted with a wood stove. It has no vinyl nor any toxic materials. The Yurta space includes: - 2 custom raised beds with mattresses. These could fit 2-4 people. An extra cot is available if needed. - a wood stove - an outdoor fire pit - firewood for purchase ($8 / bundle) - table and some chairs - an outdoor dry toilet on a platform, toilet paper, water for washing hands - drinking water, flush toilet, and shower accessible at the main house - parking is by the main house which is a 300m walk to the Yurta Please bring with you: - pillows, beddings, or sleeping bags. - flashlight(s) - water bottles - food + cooler + ice (there is no refrigeration) - pots, pans, dishes, utensils - a camp stove if you wish to cook on something other than an open fire (no camp stoves inside the Yurta please) - appropriate clothing and footwear - bugspray Other things to note: - please plan to arrive before dark and bring a flashlight, there is no electricity at or around the Yurta site - please do not leave food or garbage outside to attract wild animals - no smoking, drugs, parties, or events - no hunting, 4 wheeling, snowmobiling. Please respect nature. - this is your forest retreat and a chance for digital detox; no wifi, no cell phone reception, pure nature cure!
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Tranquility on the Bay-Adults only

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Quyon, QC
Welcome and thanks for visiting my listing:) Please note that this location is for 2 quiet adults only. No toilet facilities at property so bring your own camping toilet or self-contained RV. There's something that will make you breathe a little deeper being here. I looked at many properties before deciding on this one because "it just felt right". This flat terrain is rich in history. Pontiac Bay was fundamental in the logging era and held the local Trading post. The bay is nestled between Luskville and Norway Bay. As you drive here you will begin to feel a sense of calm within you as you glance out your right window to see the Gatineau Hills and to your left, you will see that you're winding your way along the Ottawa River. Or, if you decide to use the ferry crossing from Fitzroy Harbour on the Ontario side we're only 8 minutes from there. I have an old, but river-worthy canoe you may borrow but feel free to bring your own canoe, kayak, paddleboat or SUP to explore the land and inlets around the bay. You have access to my boat launch adjacent to the site so feel free to bring your boat. P.S. You might want to stop in the village for the best french fries in all of the Outaouais region. You'll see the big red chip truck across from Marcotte's, the gas station as you leave the ferry terminal, if you're coming from Fitzroy Harbour. And yes, they make pulled pork poutine, pogos, burgers and zucchini sticks. If you're here on the weekend you may also want to check out the Bristol Farmer's market every Saturday from Noon to 3pm on the public beach in Norway Bay, only 20 minutes away. It's a lovely quaint community mixed with old and new unique cottages so you'll definitely want to take a drive around. And you'll surely want to visit the Vineyard and Vintage Car Museum, a 2-minute drive from here if you enjoy wine and cars (but not at the same time lol...unless the keys AREN'T in the ignition ha!). Google Domaine de Pontiac Village for hours and more information or message me. Visit Parc des Chutes in Fort Coulonge for a view of the waterfalls, zip lining over the gorge and obstacle courses. (The view of the gorge is breathtaking!) Want to try whitewater rafting for an exhilarating rush? Try Esprit or Horizon X, both about 40 minutes north. How about Go Karting? visit lecircuitquyon dot com .
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River, stream, or creek camping near Ottawa guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in Canada! With over 450 options near Ottawa, Ontario that offer a river experience, you'll find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the scene, we've got you covered. Check out top-rated campsites like White Wolf Acres (80 reviews), Paradis d'Artistes (58 reviews), and Adirondack Adventure Base (50 reviews) to see why they're so popular. Plus, you'll have access to facilities like showers, pet-friendly spaces, and cooking equipment. If you're up for it, try your hand at snow sports, wildlife watching, or climbing. With an average price per night of £55 and options as low as £10, camping near Ottawa has never been more accessible. Get ready to embrace the beauty of nature and create unforgettable memories. Happy camping!

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