Lakeside camping near Ottawa
Mix culture, history, and adventures outdoors when you camp near Canada’s stately national capital.
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99% (146 reviews)
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Tessa
1 day ago
Tent
Group trip
This was my second time at HoneyBee Haven and it was so perfect. Mike and Sue are wonderfully hospitable and have set up the campsite with care. We had everything we needed and wanted and spent the weekend swimming, bbqing and making smores. We came out of the weekend feeling relaxed and whole. A million thank yous ❤️
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Colleen
1 week ago
15 ft campervan
Beautiful and tranquil spot. Friendly hosts. Hope to get back there again soon.
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Sylvain
1 week ago
3 nights at Lakefront Glamping Retreat
This was like having everything you could ever want from a camping spot but 100 times better. I would recomend anyone. The two small lakes are just the perfect size gor a good canoe ride. A real five star spot. If you do go, please respect the place and do not ruin it for the rest of us.
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Rosalie
2 weeks ago
2 nights at Lakefront Glamping Retreat
We had the most wonderful time at this beautiful glamping site! It was absolute perfection. The tent was spacious, clean and comfortable. It was nice that they provided bug spray, newspapers and lighter to start the fire, lots of dry firewood and an axe, garbage bags, zip lock bags, all kinds of card/board games. Having access to the canoe and kayaks with life jackets was great. The water is crystal clear!! We could see fish swimming beneath us. Also my dog loved it!! I cannot recommend this place enough, especially if you have a dog (or kids!) it’s so fun :) We will be back for sure! There were loons calling at it was so magical, and so many butterflies! The only downside was how close it is to the road where cars and semi trucks drive by at 90km/hr sometimes late at night but it wasn’t that bad. All in all I think it’s a little paradise!
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Ashley
2 weeks ago
27 ft travel trailer
My husband and I had such a wonderful few days at Mike & Sue’s amazing property. They, along with their lovely dogs were very welcoming, helpful and great company.
The property is gorgeous with a few surprises to delight guests. The water is fresh and lovely to swim in. It’s a quiet refuge from the busyness of city life. Highly recommended you book your stay.
Thank you, Doug and Ashley
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Doug
2 weeks ago
27 ft travel trailer
We had a wonderful stay at HoneyBee Haven! Mike and Sue are fantastic hosts and the property is beautiful - much more so than the listing would suggest. The cabin with common kitchen, screen porch and living area was a real bonus, and the lake was spring fed, clear and refreshing which made for great swimming and floating. The setting is lovely and quiet providing a great respite from the go-go of city life. They have two very friendly dogs who made the stay even more fun with their love of the water. Overall, would couldn't recommend Mike, Sue and their beautiful property more highly and look forward to returning in the future.
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Darren
3 weeks ago
Tent
WOW..out of 10 I give this a 12..yes a 12.It was just what I needed...everything was awesome, Mike, Sue, Honey Bee & Bo were awesome.Always there if I needed anything, taking me on an ATV ride, letting me fish and yes I did catch 2 trout.It was quiet, never slept so well,listening to the birds at night,an orchestra.The place is immaculate,well looked after,had a kettle for my coffee mornings plus a lot of other convenient items too many to list.I was prepared for anything but didn't need everything.I will definitely be back as it was the best tent camping I have ever done and believe me I have been around..lol.I wish this Family all the best in the future, It was great meeting such down to earth people as them.See you soon folks.
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Mackenzie
3 weeks ago
2 nights at Lakefront Glamping Retreat
Loved staying here again! All the amenities are perfect- great access to the water and a lovely dock to swim off of. Another great stay! Thank you :)
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Karan
June 2025
Tent
It was such an amazing experience! We arrived a little late, but Mike welcomed us warmly. That night, we even got to watch a hockey game with Mike and Sue—they’re truly wonderful hosts.
We stayed up late sharing stories and life experiences, and they made sure we had everything we needed.
It was our first time camping as a couple, and they made it so easy and enjoyable for us. We had a great time swimming, cooking, and just relaxing.
The property is beautifully maintained and everything is so well thought out. We even took the boat out and swam in the afternoon— it was perfect.
We’d 100% recommend them and are definitely looking forward to visiting again!
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Nathalie
June 2025
28 ft Class B
The view is beautiful, very quiet, not crowded.
Amazing place.
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Manuel
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Lakefront Glamping Retreat
We had a fantastic weekend at this lakeside campsite in Otter Lake, QC. The site had everything you could possibly need—firewood, gas grill with extra propane, chairs, kitchen supplies, fan, even extras like a dog bowl, long lead, life vests, and fairy lights. It felt like an outdoor Airbnb with all the thoughtful touches. We definitely overpacked—next time, we’ll bring less!
The site was very clean, well maintained, and clearly cared for. It's private (only one campsite), surrounded by water on three sides, and fenced in—perfect for letting our dog roam freely. It is near a road, but traffic dies down at night and didn’t disturb us.
We loved the dock, clear water, and free use of the kayak and canoe. It was our first time kayaking and the whole family loved it—our dog even joined in, though he did tip us twice (lots of laughs!).
The host was friendly and responsive through the app. Great for families, solo campers, beginners, and dog owners. Only small suggestions: a toilet paper holder, hand towel hook, and coat hook in the bathroom would be handy.
Bonus tip: Brauwerk Hoffman in Campbell’s Bay (15 min away) has great food, local beer, and dog-friendly shaded seating.
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Reg
May 2025
16 ft campervan
Nice communal kitchen that made meals easy. It was cold and windy so we didn’t make use, but boats were available and the water looked nice.
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Stéphane
May 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very nice place. Beautiful lake and alot of space. We went there in order to go to the tulips festival, Ottawa. It was just wow! It is not a camping with all services, but it is just great. You need to be self contained. The land us well kept and the people there are nice. A place to go without any doubt.
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Stéphane
May 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very nice place. A great view on the lake. Much more than expected. We recommand the place. We visited Ottawa during our stay. We will come back. The village of Carp is just beautiful with nice café. Very quiet.
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Jason
May 2025
24 ft travel trailer
With pets
Great stay! Sandy beach, clear water, and nice hosts thanks!
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Joe
May 2025
1 night at The Cliffside Cabin
I just felt like getting out of the city for a bit and made a last-minute decision to visit the Cliffside Cabin. As a runner, I had a lot of fun on the 10km of trails that wind through the place Mike calls “The Ark”. The trails are really well maintained. Mike told me he leaf blows the entire distance at least once a month! I think I covered them all during my stay… but admittedly, my sense of direction isn’t the best and I was a bit “lost” on a couple occasions.
Apparently Mike hosts a trail and snowshoe race series there called the Mad Trapper. So, I think I’ll try and book here again one weekend when he has a race going on.
Another cool thing though is how perfect the surrounding gravel roads are for cycling. From my stealthy perch on the cliffside deck (which has incredible views, by the way), I spied maybe 2-3 cars passing during the day, but must have counted at least two dozen gravel cyclists. Next time, the bike is going on the rack as well.
After the run, it was great to relax in the hammock with a book and sip a beer on the deck in a super comfy Costa Rican rocking chair.
The cabin itself had everything I needed. It had a surprisingly comfortable bed that gave me one of the best nights of sleep I've had in ages. The complete quiet and fresh air just knocks you out in the best way.
I didn’t have much cooking to do, but the “kitchen” had everything I needed. I grilled up some burgers on his tabletop “rocket-stove” grill, and scarfed em down.
THE BEST!
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Corey
May 2025
Weekend Trip to The Cliffside Cabin
We spent a gorgeous and peaceful weekend at the Cliffside cabin. It had everything we needed for our offgrid/unplug and nothing we didn't - the bed was comfortable, the outdoor kitchen was well equipped, and a little fire in the massive fire pit kept us warm while stargazing. We took a walk on the trails out to the lake (watched some loons and a beaver!) before catching a beautiful sunset from the cliff. Michael was attentive to our requests both before and during the trip and was (bonus), really interesting to chat with. I would recommend this stay to anyone looking for a cozy getaway.
Two seasonal notes - although temperatures dipped to 4 degrees overnight, we were perfectly warm in the insulated cabin. The early spring conditions also made the trails a little wet so we were glad for our waterproof hiking boots.
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karen
April 2025
18 ft pop-up camper
It was the perfect gateway for relaxing and enjoying the nature. The space was very spacious and the view was amazing. It was just very peaceful to be there!
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Aurora
February 2025
19 ft Class B
Even though the hosts plowed the camping site for our arrival, we got stuck in the snow due to our little experience with driving a RV. The host came to help us get out, he was really nice and we really do appreciate the effort he made into helping us!
The camping site was beautiful and well prepared for our arrival.
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