The best river, stream, or creek RV parks near Renfrew, Ontario

If you love hiking, fishing, rafting, boating, ATVing, or even cave exploration, Renfew and the surrounding area have you covered. The town’s location next to the Bonnechere River influences much of the outdoor activities in the region, and it’s possible to sense the river’s power with a stroll across the Renfrew Suspension Bridge, just one of three in Canada. The community is also a gateway to some of the province’s most popular parks for camping, including Algonquin, Bon Echo, and Frontenac.

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If you love hiking, fishing, rafting, boating, ATVing, or even cave exploration, Renfew and the surrounding area have you covered. The town’s location next to the Bonnechere River influences much of the outdoor activities in the region, and it’s possible to sense the river’s power with a stroll across the Renfrew Suspension Bridge, just one of three in Canada. The community is also a gateway to some of the province’s most popular parks for camping, including Algonquin, Bon Echo, and Frontenac.

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1. Tiny Village Bon Echo - Camping

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64km from Renfrew · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Renfrew, ON

Tiny Village Bon Echo is a unique nature village located on our 70 acres of property. It is nestled on the shore of the beautiful Mississippi River, located just 30 minutes from Bon Echo Provincial Park. Our sites offer all the benefits of a comfortable cottage lifestyle at a fraction of the cost, as our mission is to make enjoying the great outdoors accessible to everyone. Tiny Village Bon Echo is a 2.5-hour drive from Toronto and a 2-hour drive from Ottawa. Our mission? To provide an extraordinary experience for families, couples, and solo travelers alike. We believe that enjoying the great outdoors shouldn't come with a hefty price tag. So, whether you're roasting marshmallows with the family or taking a solo hike to recharge, we've designed Tiny Village Bon Echo to be your affordable escape into the beauty of Mother Nature.

2. Wildwood Nature Escape

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52km from Renfrew · 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!

3. Ferme Lanthorn

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68km from Renfrew · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wakefield, QC

Lanthorn is situated just north of Wakefield Quebec surrounded by forest, creeks, waterfalls, and hikes with views of the surrounding area. Our farm grows willow for basketry and living structures. We can also arrange to teach a weaving class for a fee. To learn more about our farm, you can visit Lanthorn.ca. On the property, there is also a large pottery studio which offers classes that you can book in advance of your visit. To do so, you can visit muraiceramique.com for details. We are home to a deer refuge founded in partnership with the Humane Society Canada which cares for a herd of sika deer rescued from a zoo closure. We also raise a small number of chicken, and sheep.

4. Forest Creek Farm

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73km from Renfrew · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Perth, ON

Private Campsite near Perth, Ontario Nestled among a tree canopy of maples, with access to Grants creek, this stunning private campsite location is within minutes of downtown Perth, Ontario Escape the rush and noise of the big city, for a camping experience like no other. Its private, has firewood supplied, a pine cabin structure on site and an outhouse. It is rough camping at its best. The site is large enough to accommodate camper trailers also, or tents. Stay in Canada and explore what we have to offer. Rates: $75.00 Cdn per night Please call or e-mail me for more information and bookings Paul @ pconsitt@yahoo.com 613-812-0426 cellular

5. Rockingham Creek Valley

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62km from Renfrew · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Wilno, ON

With over 100 acres to explore in this remote corner of the Upper Ottawa Valley, we have the wilderness experience for you!

6. Covered Bridge Park

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63km from Renfrew · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Killaloe, ON

Covered Bridge Park is a magnificent 150 acres waterfront campground on Bonnechere River with cottages, cabins, tent and trailer sites. We are located east of Algonquin Provincial Park and located in Tramore on the north side of Bonnechere River between Round Lake and Golden Lake. Enjoy beautiful Ontario summers with great fishing, swimming, canoeing and wildlife viewing. Discover Natures Playground on this old farm that has been preserved in its natural state with 100 acres of mature forest, meadows and trails; only a small portion of the property has been developed into a Campground. Most of what we offer here is pure Mother Nature.

7. The Knotty Pines by Round Lake

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67km from Renfrew · 1 site · Tent, RV · Killaloe, ON

(formerly Hop, Skip, Lake) THE AREA: If you’ve ever been to the Ottawa Valley, you know we’ve got it all. Boating, fishing, hiking, biking, rivers, waterfalls, caves, ATV’ing, horseback riding, and loads of things to do for any outdoor enthusiast at any pace. Come for relaxation, or come for exhilaration, we will welcome you with open arms and point you to all the places you may like to explore. THE CAMPSITE: At The Knotty Pines you shall enjoy 1 entire acre all to yourselves, while the beautiful, sandy-bottom Round Lake is a hop, skip, and a jump just across the street (3-5 minute walk). The site features a lovely natural forest canopy perfect for pitching tents, a campfire area, a toilet with a view, a picnic table, a field for stargazing, shaded+sunny areas, and plenty of hammock holders in the pine tree patches that border your site. If it happens to rain on your parade, we've got an upgraded pop-up trailer that sleeps 6 ready to rent for a few extra bucks. Come on over, we’re so happy to host you!

8. Sheridan Rapids Kayaking/Lazy River

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58km from Renfrew · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Lanark, ON

Private tent camping: drive in and set up camp tucked away from the road on a 5 acre private hilltop field surrounded by tall trees leading to a stream at the base of the hill. Or Pull your camper or set up tents on our riverfront property. Fish from the dock or go for a swim. On both sites you can enjoy kayaking the rapids or sit back in a tube and ride the 3-5 hour lazy river rapids ride!

9. Sturgeon Mountain Lodge

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32km from Renfrew · 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.

10. Six Waterfalls

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80km from Renfrew · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hastings Highlands, ON

Large private campsite available for rent on Kamaniskeg Lake Road. This campsite is tent camping only, some acceptations may apply (please message host) Large private family campsite located on Kamaniskeg Lake Rd private access to 10 acres with six stunning waterfalls and a pond. Wild Raspberry and blackberry and lots of wildlife to see. Driving: 5 minutes to hinterland beach, 5 mins to Combermere, 10 mins to Madawaska Kanu Centre, 15 mins to Barrys Bay, 35 mins to Bancroft, 3 hours to Toronto. Exclusive access to 6 privately owned stunning waterfalls. Surrounded by crown land. Kamaniskeg lake is a large lake known for its crystal clear waters, excellent fishing, loons, hiking/atv/snowmobile trails, and over 90 kilometres of boating. Absolutely no dumping/ littering on the property. To get to the waterfalls is considered to be a moderate to advanced level hiking ability required. There are no neighbours. There is no electricity or bathroom facility. Local amenities nearby: - Convenient store in Combermere - Hospital, banks, churches, restaurants, and unique shops to browse through in Barry's Bay - Metro & Valumart grocery stores Home Hardware Building Centre in Combermere) - Liquor store & Beer store - Pharmacy - Post Office - Gas Stations - Outdoor adventure outfitter, Mad Outdoors - Dollar store and Stedman’s department store - Madawaska kanu centre Dont forget to visit the beautiful Hinterland Public Beach when you visit and please check current fire ban status for hasting highlands. When you arrive there is no address number, please follow the approximate address on google. You will see a tree with several pink ties around it, thats the main entrance. Please be advised we have trail cameras set up around the property for security purposes only. You may consider using the rear camping site to be further away from the road, you will find a second fire pit there!

11. White Wolf Acres

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44km from Renfrew · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · 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

12. Satori Art Homestead

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41km from Renfrew · 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.

13. Wakefield Central

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62km from Renfrew · 1 site · RV · Wakefield, QC

Our flat driveway offers perfect space to park your camper van, small trailer or small RV. We offer 15Amp electrical hookup and water hookup to ensure a comfortable stay. You'll be surrounded by mature trees, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere in our quiet neighborhood. We have a firepit right beside our functional family home, where you can enjoy some quality time with your own group under the stars. Bring your own firewood. Located just a 5-minute walk down the street, the beautiful Gatineau River awaits you, offering swim spots and water sports activities. You'll also find shops, restaurants, patios, and much more in one of the most picturesque villages of Quebec. It's the perfect opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the local culture. For those looking to explore beyond the village, Gatineau and Ottawa are only a short 20-minute drive away, offering even more attractions and experiences to enjoy.

14. Perth Camping by the River

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71km from Renfrew · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Perth, ON

a beautiful spot close to river .enjoy natures abundance e with the monarchs and fireflies. a short walk to the river to picnic under the apple tree and go fishing paddling and swimming. plenty of room for two or more tents for family adventures, fire wood can be provided for a small fee. come and enjoy .Water shoes are recommended as its a rocky bottom

15. Erskine Park Campsite

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72km from Renfrew · 1 site · Tent, RV · Barry's Bay, ON

Private campsite. Riverfront property with access to round lake - bring or rent a canoe. 10 minute drive to the gate of Algonquin park. Algonquin Park passes can be purchased next door at Bonnechere provincial park. Campfire with bbq grill - wood is available on site. Three trails on the property to explore. Site is located directly beside a very active deer trail, plenty of wildlife and top notch birdwatching. This property really is something special, come make memories you wont forget!

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Six Waterfalls

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80km from Renfrew · 1 site · Tent, RV · Hastings Highlands, ON

Large private campsite available for rent on Kamaniskeg Lake Road. This campsite is tent camping only, some acceptations may apply (please message host) Large private family campsite located on Kamaniskeg Lake Rd private access to 10 acres with six stunning waterfalls and a pond. Wild Raspberry and blackberry and lots of wildlife to see. Driving: 5 minutes to hinterland beach, 5 mins to Combermere, 10 mins to Madawaska Kanu Centre, 15 mins to Barrys Bay, 35 mins to Bancroft, 3 hours to Toronto. Exclusive access to 6 privately owned stunning waterfalls. Surrounded by crown land. Kamaniskeg lake is a large lake known for its crystal clear waters, excellent fishing, loons, hiking/atv/snowmobile trails, and over 90 kilometres of boating. Absolutely no dumping/ littering on the property. To get to the waterfalls is considered to be a moderate to advanced level hiking ability required. There are no neighbours. There is no electricity or bathroom facility. Local amenities nearby: - Convenient store in Combermere - Hospital, banks, churches, restaurants, and unique shops to browse through in Barry's Bay - Metro & Valumart grocery stores Home Hardware Building Centre in Combermere) - Liquor store & Beer store - Pharmacy - Post Office - Gas Stations - Outdoor adventure outfitter, Mad Outdoors - Dollar store and Stedman’s department store - Madawaska kanu centre Dont forget to visit the beautiful Hinterland Public Beach when you visit and please check current fire ban status for hasting highlands. When you arrive there is no address number, please follow the approximate address on google. You will see a tree with several pink ties around it, thats the main entrance. Please be advised we have trail cameras set up around the property for security purposes only. You may consider using the rear camping site to be further away from the road, you will find a second fire pit there!

White Wolf Acres

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44km from Renfrew · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · 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

Satori Art Homestead

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41km from Renfrew · 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.

Wakefield Central

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62km from Renfrew · 1 site · RV · Wakefield, QC

Our flat driveway offers perfect space to park your camper van, small trailer or small RV. We offer 15Amp electrical hookup and water hookup to ensure a comfortable stay. You'll be surrounded by mature trees, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere in our quiet neighborhood. We have a firepit right beside our functional family home, where you can enjoy some quality time with your own group under the stars. Bring your own firewood. Located just a 5-minute walk down the street, the beautiful Gatineau River awaits you, offering swim spots and water sports activities. You'll also find shops, restaurants, patios, and much more in one of the most picturesque villages of Quebec. It's the perfect opportunity to explore and immerse yourself in the local culture. For those looking to explore beyond the village, Gatineau and Ottawa are only a short 20-minute drive away, offering even more attractions and experiences to enjoy.

Perth Camping by the River

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71km from Renfrew · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Perth, ON

a beautiful spot close to river .enjoy natures abundance e with the monarchs and fireflies. a short walk to the river to picnic under the apple tree and go fishing paddling and swimming. plenty of room for two or more tents for family adventures, fire wood can be provided for a small fee. come and enjoy .Water shoes are recommended as its a rocky bottom

Erskine Park Campsite

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72km from Renfrew · 1 site · Tent, RV · Barry's Bay, ON

Private campsite. Riverfront property with access to round lake - bring or rent a canoe. 10 minute drive to the gate of Algonquin park. Algonquin Park passes can be purchased next door at Bonnechere provincial park. Campfire with bbq grill - wood is available on site. Three trails on the property to explore. Site is located directly beside a very active deer trail, plenty of wildlife and top notch birdwatching. This property really is something special, come make memories you wont forget!

Stories from the community

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Jason

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Forest Creek Farm

Camping on Paul's property for the night was breathtaking. Being able to camp in a quiet, secluded area backing onto a beautiful creek was exactly what I needed. Paul was super friendly and welcoming. He showed us where the site was and even offered the cabin for us to sleep in. Plenty of wood was provided. I highly recommend this place - it's perfect! I'm definitely going back again.

Rachel

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Ferme Lanthorn

The welcome is warm, it's a beautiful family place. The animals and the surroundings are really good to explore. I recommend it.

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Melanie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Perth Camping by the River

This was our fourth time at Don’s very private campsite and we had an awesome time. Beautiful sunsets and great canoeing plus Don’s extra touches like firewood (for purchase), lots of potable water, and a clean outhouse. This is our favourite spot and it did not disappoint!

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Pamela

September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rockingham Creek Valley

Access to this spot was super easy! Beautiful sound of the water and stunning view of the falls! Area was spacious enough, and was nice to get some fresh air!

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Yuri

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Perth Camping by the River

September 2025. Two adults, ghree kids. We had a great time at Don's camping site #1. Very beuitiful, private spot. Don is always ready to help. Great fishing. Ver much recommended. Many thanks Youri.

Sophie

September 2025

8 ft pop-up camper

Weekend Trip to Perth Camping by the River

Deuxième séjour et toujours aussi satisfait! Tranquillité garantie! Merci Don!

Becky

September 2025

20 ft Class B

With pets

5 nights at Tiny Village Bon Echo - Camping

We had a lovely time at bon echo tiny village. It's our first time here with our RV camper. The site was nice and clean and the facilities are well maintained. We were at site 44, which is in the forest lane. It was only a min walk from the office, washroom and pool. The staff was so friendly and lovely. We're about 5 min walk from the dock and had a great time kayaking!

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Melanie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Perth Camping by the River

This was our third time here this season and we love it so much we booked another trip next month! Sitting by the river with our coffee and a book has become our new favourite way to unwind after a busy week. Our kids love being able to swim and paddle board right off the site, and they are still in direct sight line! Plenty of space to set up multiple tents, and the dining shelter came in handy on a wet morning. Tons of shade but some sunny spots, too, ideal mix of spaces. There is a bit of poison ivy around the edges of the site so take a peek around to make sure you know where it is. This has quickly become our favourite family get away and we will be coming back again and again!

Our 26ft trailer tucked in between the trees.

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Theresa

August 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

3 nights at Sheridan Rapids Kayaking/Lazy River

We stayed for 3 nights at this beautifully maintained site that had everything we needed: picnic table, fire pit, dock with chairs, and a paddle boat! The road wasn’t too busy, the area was quiet, and the water was the perfect temperature! It was a bit awkward fitting our 26ft trailer in through the trees but we made it work with where it was. We will definitely book again!

Jana

August 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Six Waterfalls

Awesome place, this was our second time at the waterfalls and we will be back again next year. It's a beautiful place.

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August 2025

Weekend Trip to Tiny Village Bon Echo - Camping

Great site, very natural. The river is beautiful and there is great fishing. Very good host.

Angela

August 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Six Waterfalls

Absolutely Stunning and Peaceful Escape! 🌲💦 We just returned from an incredible stay at this beautiful campsite and couldn’t be happier. The scenery was breathtaking — especially the waterfalls, which were not only gorgeous but so much fun to explore. There were plenty of well-marked trails that made hiking easy and enjoyable for all skill levels. The host was fantastic — welcoming, helpful, and made sure everything was just right. It was the perfect place to unwind and recharge. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing nature getaway!

Birds eye view of only a part of the site.
Plenty of room for group camping.

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TiMary

August 2025

32 ft Class C

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sheridan Rapids Kayaking/Lazy River

Camping close to Sheridan Rapids was alot of fun. Great swimming near the bridge. The lazy river float was super fun - if the water levels were a bit higher it woulda been perfect. Walk to the water was a bit longer than expected, but still less than 10 minutes along a quiet road. Ryan was responsive and helpful. Thanks again!

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Amélie

August 2025

16 ft car

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sheridan Rapids Kayaking/Lazy River

We had a perfect stay! The campsite is very well maintained, with plenty of shade and direct access to the river for swimming. The pitches are spacious and the whole place feels peaceful and welcoming. Truly a top-notch spot — we’ll definitely be coming back!

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Maxime

August 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Ferme Lanthorn

Great host, beautiful property, the animals were awesome. Highly recommend.

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Joel

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Perth Camping by the River

Our second time here and it definitely didn't disappoint. Don's place is amazing. The river was just the right temperature, the wild life was everywhere, caught lots of fish, lost a lot of fish but that's fishing. Lol. This is one of our favorite spots to come. Absolutely privacy. We will be back next year for sure. Thanks Don for another unforgettable camping trip.

Maria

August 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Rockingham Creek Valley

We had a very relaxing time staying in the Fallsview site! On one side of the site was the road with some trees in between but very little traffic going by so road noise didn’t bother us. On the other side was a flowing creek separating us from the other campsites. We were the only ones there for most of the time so we sat by the creek often to cool ourselves off. The site was very large so would be great for groups but we just pulled our truck camper up to the platform and had the rest of the space to run around with the dog! The best part of the entire stay was the waterfall…1 minute walk from our site, easy to get to if you’re adventurous. With small pools to dip in if it’s hot out. August was friendly and attentive, definitely worth a visit!

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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Erika

July 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Perth Camping by the River

The dogs and I had a wonderful stay at the private site on the water! The signs into site were very easy to follow with lots of space to park and turn my large suv around. The outhouse is close to camp but also offers privacy. The site has a few places where tents can be pitched. Theres two ropes for clothes lines as well as a covered picnic table. In the dining area there is also a homemade cabinet with locks. The water has a small current but was very enjoyable to swim in and not cold this time of year. There is multiple size grills to cook over the fire and three muskoka chairs a small table and additional plastic chair. There is a small loop that you can walk to do something on the property. It is secluded to your site as the other ones aren't on the loop path. We look forward to booking again! Don was very easy to connect with and ask any questions with fast replies.

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Jeremie

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Erskine Park Campsite

Very private location if that is something you are looking for, Josh was kind and pointed us towards some local trails and activities we can do during our stay. Hopefully some additional amenities are added in the future but otherwise a great spot to camp.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best river, stream, or creek RV parks near Renfrew guide

Where to go

Algonquin Provincial Park

One of the oldest protected public parks in the world, Algonquin Provincial Park is home to more than 2,400 lakes, 750 miles of rivers and streams, 14 interpretive trails, and eight campgrounds. Whether car camping at one of the popular family-friendly RV sites or canoe camping in the backcountry, this is an exceptional destination for fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and birdwatching.

Bonnechere Caves

This unique geological feature is one of the best sights in the area. The caves were formed by the power of the Bonnechere River over thousands of years and now feature funky rock formations and mesmerizing underground waterfalls. Visits are by guided tour only from spring to autumn. Those visiting in early October might spot bats getting into position for early hibernation.

Bon Echo Provincial Park

Bon Echo Provincial Park offers one of the most unique attractions of any Ontario provincial park, home to Mazinaw Lake and its surrounding rugged cliffs, which feature ancient Indigenous pictographs. Campers can take boat tours to see them up close and then hike to the top of the cliffs for an incredible view of the lake. The park also has excellent swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and biking.

When to go

Most provincial parks and outdoor attractions near Renfrew operate on a seasonal basis, from mid-May to mid-October. Campers should note that evenings can be pretty cold in May and June, and again in September and October. The mosquitoes and blackflies of Algonquin Provincial Park are legendary in their ferocity in late spring and early summer. Renfrew’s annual Renfrew Fair in September brings live music, carnival rides, and livestock showcases to town, while early October is the best time to admire the autumn colors around Algonquin (which gets very busy with weekend daytrippers).