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Wildwood Nature Escape

1. Wildwood Nature Escape

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(6)
46km from Petawawa · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · QC
License and registration # 628252 The property is 6 acres in a beautiful off-grid nature setting on the Coulonge River, close to the towns of Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield. Varied accommodations available such as Domes, Bunkies and unserviced campsites with convenient tent platforms! Located on a popular canoe and kayak route and close many attractions such as Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park, Aventure Helianthe (axe throwing), Cyclopark PPJ Trails (Walking and cycling), with River Tubing available from the site! If you have a larger group and/ or would like to book multiple sites, please just send us a message. Our comfort station building with flush toilets and hot showers is now open!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
CA$100
 / night
Sadie & Jessie look forward to showing you around the forest

2. Sturgeon Mountain Lodge

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(4)
36km from Petawawa · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Pembroke, ON
Come camp with the alpacas ! These smart and curious creatures would love to meet you. They are hand fed and love treats. No spit... these are the friendliest group of alpacas you could ever hope to meet. Enjoy watching them graze from your campsite or book a walking tour and go explore the forest together. Our unique location offers a very private and secluded experience. No road noise, no people noise, just the sounds of the forest and the odd crow of a rooster to break the silence.
Electrical Hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from 
CA$40
 / night
Satori Art Homestead

3. Satori Art Homestead

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72km from Petawawa · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Ladysmith, QC
Totally private and backing onto forest for days.. Our pond has 🦫 beavers, otters, deer, Canada goose, frogs and beautiful yellow and white lotus and birds of all variety. A painting/photography inspiration for certain and right by the lake. If you would love to paint, draw, photograph nature in the wild this is the place to visit. Art workshops can be offered on site please contact us for more info. Complètement privé et proche de la forêt. Notre étang a des castors, des loutres, des cerfs, des bernaches du Canada, des grenouilles, de beaux lotus jaunes et blancs, et des oiseaux de toutes sortes. Une inspiration peinture/photographie certaine et juste au bord du lac. Si vous aimez peindre, dessiner, photographier la nature à l'état sauvage, c'est l'endroit à visiter. Des ateliers d'art peuvent être proposés sur place, veuillez nous contacter pour plus d'informations.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
CA$60
 / night
Aerial view of forest trails and private river on back of property

4. VHP Ranch - Rural Retreats

33km from Petawawa · 1 site · Tent, RV · Deep River, ON
Valley Hitching Post Ranch is located on a 108 acre homestead in the beautiful Ottawa Valley, a short walk from the beach and in the midst of the Laurentian Mountains. This property of truly breath-taking beauty is bordered largely by Algonquin Park to the South while overlooking the Ottawa River to the North. Serenely remote yet minutes from TransCanada Highway 417, five minutes to the town of Deep River, and just 2 hours from the city of Ottawa to the East and the city of North Bay to the West. We run a community-oriented stable where we board 8 to 10 horses belonging to people who live in the community. We also operate as a farmstead, growing a variety of produce on our land. The rear of the property contains a lush forest and meandering trails that lead to a small private lake. Enjoy stargazing with minimal light pollution & open views of the night sky. Our property is the perfect opportunity for those wanting to escape the hustle bustle and connect with nature. Pitch your tent in the spot of your choice; we have a designated campground with fire pit available or if you are feeling adventurous, go off-grid in our forest among the trails and wildlife. Willing to accommodate several RVs, tents or both. We are suited for all kinds of campers - if tenting isn't your thing, we have rustic cottages for rent on the property. During your stay, enjoy proximity to numerous beaches, hiking trails, biking paths, ATV trails, and snowmobile routes.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
CA$50
 / night
Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake

5. Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake

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(17)
53km from Petawawa · 1 site · Lodging · Brudenell Lyndoch And Raglan, ON
The 1 acre site is nestled and hidden away at the end of a private road, in the forest, next to ancient Canadian Shield rockfaces, on a pristine clean lake in the Madawaska Highlands. The shoreline is left natural with a floating dock. Swimming, fishing and kayaking is excellent. We are surrounded by hundreds of acres of crown land with an extensive path network reaching up to Foymount, the highest elevation in Southern Ontario. Killaloe is the closest town and Brudenell, a logging ghosttown, off the beaten path, is being rediscovered for its quaint beauty. Near Eganville, Foymount, Barrys Bay, Algonquin Park, Bancroft
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
CA$160
 / night
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Top-rated campgrounds

Wildwood Nature Escape

1. Wildwood Nature Escape

100%
(6)
46km from Petawawa · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · QC
License and registration # 628252 The property is 6 acres in a beautiful off-grid nature setting on the Coulonge River, close to the towns of Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield. Varied accommodations available such as Domes, Bunkies and unserviced campsites with convenient tent platforms! Located on a popular canoe and kayak route and close many attractions such as Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park, Aventure Helianthe (axe throwing), Cyclopark PPJ Trails (Walking and cycling), with River Tubing available from the site! If you have a larger group and/ or would like to book multiple sites, please just send us a message. Our comfort station building with flush toilets and hot showers is now open!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
CA$100
 / night
Sadie & Jessie look forward to showing you around the forest

2. Sturgeon Mountain Lodge

100%
(4)
36km from Petawawa · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Pembroke, ON
Come camp with the alpacas ! These smart and curious creatures would love to meet you. They are hand fed and love treats. No spit... these are the friendliest group of alpacas you could ever hope to meet. Enjoy watching them graze from your campsite or book a walking tour and go explore the forest together. Our unique location offers a very private and secluded experience. No road noise, no people noise, just the sounds of the forest and the odd crow of a rooster to break the silence.
Electrical Hookup
Campfires
Potable water
from 
CA$40
 / night
Satori Art Homestead

3. Satori Art Homestead

100%
(3)
72km from Petawawa · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Ladysmith, QC
Totally private and backing onto forest for days.. Our pond has 🦫 beavers, otters, deer, Canada goose, frogs and beautiful yellow and white lotus and birds of all variety. A painting/photography inspiration for certain and right by the lake. If you would love to paint, draw, photograph nature in the wild this is the place to visit. Art workshops can be offered on site please contact us for more info. Complètement privé et proche de la forêt. Notre étang a des castors, des loutres, des cerfs, des bernaches du Canada, des grenouilles, de beaux lotus jaunes et blancs, et des oiseaux de toutes sortes. Une inspiration peinture/photographie certaine et juste au bord du lac. Si vous aimez peindre, dessiner, photographier la nature à l'état sauvage, c'est l'endroit à visiter. Des ateliers d'art peuvent être proposés sur place, veuillez nous contacter pour plus d'informations.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
CA$60
 / night
Aerial view of forest trails and private river on back of property

4. VHP Ranch - Rural Retreats

33km from Petawawa · 1 site · Tent, RV · Deep River, ON
Valley Hitching Post Ranch is located on a 108 acre homestead in the beautiful Ottawa Valley, a short walk from the beach and in the midst of the Laurentian Mountains. This property of truly breath-taking beauty is bordered largely by Algonquin Park to the South while overlooking the Ottawa River to the North. Serenely remote yet minutes from TransCanada Highway 417, five minutes to the town of Deep River, and just 2 hours from the city of Ottawa to the East and the city of North Bay to the West. We run a community-oriented stable where we board 8 to 10 horses belonging to people who live in the community. We also operate as a farmstead, growing a variety of produce on our land. The rear of the property contains a lush forest and meandering trails that lead to a small private lake. Enjoy stargazing with minimal light pollution & open views of the night sky. Our property is the perfect opportunity for those wanting to escape the hustle bustle and connect with nature. Pitch your tent in the spot of your choice; we have a designated campground with fire pit available or if you are feeling adventurous, go off-grid in our forest among the trails and wildlife. Willing to accommodate several RVs, tents or both. We are suited for all kinds of campers - if tenting isn't your thing, we have rustic cottages for rent on the property. During your stay, enjoy proximity to numerous beaches, hiking trails, biking paths, ATV trails, and snowmobile routes.
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
CA$50
 / night
Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake

5. Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake

100%
(17)
53km from Petawawa · 1 site · Lodging · Brudenell Lyndoch And Raglan, ON
The 1 acre site is nestled and hidden away at the end of a private road, in the forest, next to ancient Canadian Shield rockfaces, on a pristine clean lake in the Madawaska Highlands. The shoreline is left natural with a floating dock. Swimming, fishing and kayaking is excellent. We are surrounded by hundreds of acres of crown land with an extensive path network reaching up to Foymount, the highest elevation in Southern Ontario. Killaloe is the closest town and Brudenell, a logging ghosttown, off the beaten path, is being rediscovered for its quaint beauty. Near Eganville, Foymount, Barrys Bay, Algonquin Park, Bancroft
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
CA$160
 / night

Stories from the community

Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Roschene
August 2025
3 nights at Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
This was our 2nd time coming to Iris's property. We've agreed this will be an annual trip for us. Iris is so welcoming and kind. We love getting to chit chat with her during our stay. Her new dog Thunder was an absolute joy to be around. We were lucky to see Sterling again this year as well. You really don't need for much when you stay here. Trailer is very well equipped with the things you'll need to cook meals. Lorwell lake is stunning! Very clear clean water, great for swimming and kayaking. We absolutely love staying here!
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Dan
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
Literally a hidden gem! Can't ask for a better staycation.
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Sturgeon Mountain Lodge
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Oscar
August 2025
16 ft car
Weekend Trip to Sturgeon Mountain Lodge
Ray was very friendly, took oll the time for us There was plenty of room A fire pit and tons of fire wood for free
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Paul
August 2025
2 nights at Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
Great experience! The camper was comfortable and well appointed. Two kayaks and a canoe meant fun on the water. Firewood was amply provided. But the best part was how welcoming Iris and her crew (including Thunder, her doggo) made us feel so welcome.
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Nicolette
August 2025
2 nights at Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
Iris’s hidden gem at Lorwell Lake is nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and kindness. Iris is a wonderful host—thoughtful, friendly, and always happy to share a story. We loved our little chats with her. Her RV was spotless—clean and cozy. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. The peacefulness of the area was exactly what we needed. The quiet surroundings, tucked away by the lake, made it feel like our own private slice of paradise. We absolutely loved kayaking on the calm lake and swimming in the clear water. And we can’t forget about Thunder—her gentle giant of a dog. He stole our hearts! Such a sweet companion who made the experience even more memorable. If you're looking for a peaceful retreat with an amazing host, this is the place.
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Emma
July 2025
Group trip
Weekend Trip to Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
We had just about the most relaxing stay ever. Lake swimming, kayaking,.campfiring, lazing and digital detoxing. Everything you need is there, Iris is nearby if you need her but you also have total privacy on self contained site and little private jetty.
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Come with me. Enjoy this panoramic view of heaven on earth
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Debbi
July 2025
2 nights at Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
I can’t wait to visit again. Hidden Gem is a beautiful. Comes with most of the comforts of home but so much more. The flowers, the trees, the dock, the water, the floating dock, the views and those sunsets unbelievably amazing. All this and enjoying the peace and quiet from the city, Hidden Gem provides all this , oh, just about forgot ending the day with a beautiful campfire and this site.is completely private. Most importantly there is Iris. What can I say. She is an angel. So welcoming and accommodating but more than that she is just a real, kind, thoughtful, helpful woman. She has a way of making you feel like family. I will definitely be going back!!!
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View from dome:)
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Elle Zinck
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Wildwood Nature Escape
This place was amazing! My husband and I went here to have a little romantic getaway for our anniversary :) the property is still being built up but you can see there’s a lot of love put into it and they will have a sauna and cold bath soon too! The edge of the water is a little bit challenging to hang out in because it’s steep but they put two floaters anchored in there so it’s perfect for a little dip / relaxation if needed. We stayed in the sunset dome which had sunset right onto it so we got sunlight right to the end peaking through the trees it was beautiful. Had a big deck, bbq, personal fire pit. Really great! Genevieve was also really responsive and helpful! Definitely recommend :)
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Wildwood Nature Escape
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Kimberly
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Wildwood Nature Escape
Wildwood retreat was an absolute treat! Easy to get to from Ottawa and a nice 2 hour drive. Her retreat is immaculate. The domes are so well done, clean and organized. Our private barbecue was the cleanest I’ve ever used in an accommodation like this! All the little touches were well thought out. Each had a private privy as well. All the accommodations were nicely spread out where I felt private and not in anyone’s way.
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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James
July 2025
With kids
4 nights at Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
Thank you so much Iris for sharing your hidden gem with us. We absolutely loved our stay. We spent most of our days down at the dock Fishing, Kayaking, and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. The R.V. was everything we needed to relax and unwind at the end of each day. Iris, you were a wonderful host, checking in on us from time to time to make sure we didn't need anything, sharing your knowledge of the area, and even just to enjoy some friendly conversation. We enjoyed our time with the dogs, and wish we could have taken little Dodger home with us. We do hope you have some good fortune and are able to find that missing pup.
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Sturgeon Mountain Lodge
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Wendy
June 2025
Tent
Weekend Trip to Sturgeon Mountain Lodge
We went tent camping at Ray and Melissa’s and it was fantastic!! We got to pet chickens, alpacas, and we learned so much on our alpaca walk. In the evening, we settled in with our campfire and watched hundreds of fireflies dancing on a field of wildflowers. Such a perfect camping spot, I can’t recommend enough!
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Satori Art Homestead
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Sophie
June 2025
8 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Satori Art Homestead
We had a great weekend!!! The hosts are amazing 😊! We recommend it.
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Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
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Scott
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Hidden Gem on Lorwell Lake
I don't know what the true gem is...the site or the host. First the site, an amazing well-kept trailer with everything you need to unwind and disconnect. From kitchen, to dining, to bedding...it's all there. A spacious deck attached to the trailer within steps to a fully-stocked fire pit. A short venture down the path lead you to your own dock with a great view. Through the day, the loons will sing to you and the pileated woodpecker will add percussion. No traffic, no sirens...and no service...you are fully disconnected here. But if you need anything... Second is the host, Iris. What an amazing person. Greeted us immediately upon arrival, showed us where everything was, and even gave us some of her shiitake mushrooms and green onions, all from her garden. While speaking with Iris, hummingbirds were zooming around as they felt at peace too. We highly recommend this place and we will be coming back. Thank you Iris!
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