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Camp, Ottawa river, Grenville C-O-G

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· Brownsburg Chatham, Argenteuil, Quebec

59 acres hosted by Brien M.

1 RV/tent site · 1 RV site · 1 tent site

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Come and enjoy a traditional, rustic camping experience on the mighty Ottawa River! Bring your water shoes and a canoe or kayak, or you may rent one of ours for an unforgettable adventure. C-O-G is located on the Quebec side of the Ottawa River, east of the bridge that passes over from Hawkesbury, Ontario. This beautiful (mostly) deciduous forest is situated on both sides of the 344/Rte Des Outaouais. The 59 acre property (50 acres on land, ~9 acres of river/water) features scenic views, privacy and is host to many outdoor activities such as swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and more. "Lock Lane Point" ...the shared area Also referred to as "the Point", this is the peninsula that the main roadway ends at (where the BBQ, kayaks and canoes are), this is a shared area for us and our guests to enjoy. It's encouraged that guests feel welcome to come and go freely, promoting a sense of community while respecting shared use. The Point offers a large picnic table, a shared propane BBQ, comfortable seating, a large rock perfect for sunbathing, and a river view. It's an ideal spot for swimming and launching canoe, kayak, or paddle-board river excursions, thanks to its shallow entry and rocky bottom. Adventurous visitors might choose to paddle upriver, around an island, and return through the remaining historic canal. For a more strenuous workout, consider paddling up the canal to the Grenville lighthouse and then drifting all the way back to camp with the river's current. Enjoy this historic, lazy river experience! Amenities... Numerous amenities are located within a distance of 1-3 kms, including a gas station with electric vehicle charging facilities, an IGA grocery store, and various restaurants such as McDonald's and Tim Horton's. For a classic poutine experience, Jos Patate is a great choice, having been around for many decades. If you're looking for a wide range of poutine options, La Fromagerie is the place to go. For ice cream lovers, La Crémière, located in the same building, is a must-visit. Tourism... Numerous tourist attractions are conveniently located in the vicinity, such as the exhilarating white water rafting experience on the Rouge River and the wildlife-filled Parc Omega zoo, both within a short 10-25 km distance. For a wider range of activities, day trips to Ottawa, Montreal, the Calypso water park, or Mont Tremblant are all approximately an hour's drive away. A little History... Our property has played host to a portion of the rich history of this area which included three railway tracks, a canal and a lock. The railway beds remain and the lock has simply been flooded over. Following the war of 1812, three Ottawa river canal systems were constructed between 1819 and 1833 to bypass the Long Sault Rapids on the Ottawa river. These canals were in use until 1961 when a large portion of the canal system was submerged due to the construction of a hydro-electric dam (~22kms downriver) at Carillion. As a result, the river level at our property rose high enough to submerge the top of the lock walls by ~3.5 feet. This submerged lock is located a few hundred feet offshore and can be seen using Google Earth as it measures 50' x 300' in size. Once you have a good idea where it is, throw on your water shoes and a life jacket and enjoy an interesting experience of walking on the walls of a submerged lock.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

Lake

River, stream, or creek

Waterfall

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78 ratings · 63 reviews

Lee G.recommends

September 29, 2024

The Maple Loop

Maple Loop Paradise

Nice location. Waterfront is amazing, you have a 'personal' waterfront site, as well as a "public" area beach with bbq, etc.. Mature trees add for great shade, while at a stones throw distance, you can bask in the sun. Lots of good burning wood for the price. My husky(always on leash), was really interested in making "friends" with a huge turkey she spotted. Geese and ducks a plenty too. We definitely are going back, but we won't tell anyone about it cuz we'd like to keep this little slice of nature to ourselves.. Have a great time.

David D.recommends

September 25, 2024

The River Side- On The Ottawa River

Lovely campsite right next to the river! Lots of fun activities to do on the water (kayaking, canoeing, etc), and it was conveniently close to amenities/groceries while feeling far enough to disconnect a bit. Brien is super kind and friendly too, would definitely recommend!

Martin H.recommends

September 24, 2024

The Maple Loop

This place is amazing. Close to everything and far at the same time. If you're seeking a spot to enjoy paddleboarding and coffee in the sun on a flat rock in the water... This is the place. Brien is a great host, welcoming and helpful. Recommend x10! Will return next year for sure!

Jeston C.recommends

September 22, 2024

The River Side- On The Ottawa River

Perfect Riverside Escape!

This campsite is a gem! Tucked away in a peaceful spot with amazing riverfront access, it’s ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, swimming and all sort of water activities. Brien is super friendly and communicative, making our stay even better. If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway with fun water activities, this is the place. We’ll definitely be coming back again!

Stephanie I.recommends

September 22, 2024

The Cattails - On The Ottawa River

Great couples camping spot!

This was a beautiful site. A MIX of being submerged in nature, while still observing civilization across the river. Beautiful Hawkesbury city lights across the water added to the experience. Ample room for us to set up a tent, kitchen and have our kayaks. Access to the river from the site was a little wild, but we enjoyed. Docking area in common area was great. Grounds are clean and beautiful. Ample wood for burning with handy cart. Lots of wildlife sounds of birds and chipmunks. Biotoilet setup was great, clean and well lit. Brien was kind and welcoming. It's a great spot for the two of us, we will be back again for a couples getaways.

Andrew B.recommends

September 16, 2024

The River Side- On The Ottawa River

The location right by the river was beautiful. Brien had all you would want for a riverside campsite (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards etc.). He was great to talk to, giving us all the info we needed about the area and about the river and to be safe. It was a very fun weekend and we would definitely come back here.

Location

Brownsburg Chatham, Argenteuil, Quebec, CanadaTraditional, ancestral territory of Kanienʼkehá꞉ka (Mohawk), Omàmìwininìwag (Algonquin), Anishinabewaki ᐊᓂᔑᓈᐯᐗᑭ, and Wendake-Nionwentsïo First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Brien M.

Joined in April 2021

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