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September 2025
22 ft travel trailer
Quiet and nice view, steps to beach and fishing area. Less light polluted area with lots of stars to watch. Overall very convenient to everything. (Cave, hiking trail, private beach for swimming or fishing, sunrise, sunset view
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Lloyd
September 2025
Tent
I was in S5 site for 3 nights. I am 78 years old and still tent camping. Probably spent years sleeping in a n out doors environment m. Likely the best it at least the second best site of my life. Thanks
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Natasha
September 2025
With kids
We loved our stay at Tiny Village. The place is beautiful and very peaceful. It has a lot of great things to do, and easy access to the city nearby. The cleaning could be better, but other than that, great place to relax.
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Jim
September 2025
Tent
With pets
The site was clean and private. Staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend.
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Amy
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Covered Bridge Park
My husband and I absolutely loved our time here. Especially right beside the river. Wish we would have brought our chest waders to walk right into the river. Beautiful sunsets. The quietest campsite we have ever visited. We will definitely be back! Thank you so much!
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karan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Tiny Village Ottawa River - Camping
My fiancé and I loved Tiny Village. The experience from before arrival to our checkout was seamless. The previous reviews absolutely do this place justice. The staff is very kind and welcoming. We also loved how friendly the fellow campers were! I would highly recommend this place to a future camper.
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fyonna
August 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
Easy directions clean campsite
Super staff
New bathroom shelter
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Daïka
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Very nice land, with many things to do. It really shows that they have worked hard on the place.
Signalisation on site was great, we apreciated having the bay so close and being able to go hike.
Couple of things to know….the bugs in august while we stayed were CRAZY. Our dog wanted to atay in the van most of the time because of that, so bring ton of bug spray.
Also, the campsite #1 is really close from the Glamping (accomodation). A couple was staying with 4 young kids and it was pretty loud.
Our 20’ van fit in the spot, but larger than that would be hard.
I’d recommend campsite #3 for more privacy.
The owner’s dog, who is very kind, is offleash and will probably come say hi. Good thing to know if you have a dog yourself.
The place is well kept, hosts are amazing and overall it was great. Good attention to details from the host!
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Hayley
August 2025
With pets
Camp spot was super nice. Right on the water. Very quiet and lots of room. Washrooms are a bit far but very nice and clean. Very nice and helpful people around the area. Would stay again. Thank you!
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John Wario
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
It is a wonderful place, we had so much on our whole stay in the campsite. Staff are very welcoming and respectful. Amenities are very good especially the beach area is very beautiful. I really recommend this place to camp. 6 hrs drive from our place is so worth it! Planning to come back very very soon!
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Cath
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
First time at Tiny Village and really enjoyed it. The site was very spacious, level and a good mix of sun and shade. Great communication as I thought I'd be getting there late, so clear instructions were given. Facilities were clean and no waiting for a hot shower! The river and beach are wonderful for kayaking and swimming. It felt very family friendly, safe and peaceful. I'd definitely camp there again
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sandra
August 2025
Tent
It was very peaceful and quite, or lot as waterfront right off the beach! Would definitely recommend. Very affordable, beautiful site, respectful campers, well maintained and very clean! Andrew and his staff were absolutely amazing.
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Jay
August 2025
Group trip
The host was awesome — gave us a tour of the property and shared some of its history, which was a nice touch. The place is cozy, private, and well set up. There's a BBQ and a large custom smoker, perfect for outdoor cooking. Although it's off-grid, the host has solar batteries and a generator, so power was never an issue. We really loved our stay and would definitely come back!
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Daniel
August 2025
With pets
What a great and peaceful place ... really enjoyed my stay wit the whole family. The staff at the camping are really friendly.
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Mia
July 2025
Tent
With pets
It was my family's first time camping and I must say, what a beautiful experience! We stayed at site 93 (lots of space and privacy), in our tent. The beach is beautiful, the park is nice, the bathrooms are clean, and the people are friendly. Although we didn't participate, we were informed of available activities. We will definitely visit again in the future.
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Heather
July 2025
Tent
Beautiful area right on the River has campsites seasonal Campers and short stay camper Andrew is pleasant and goes out of his way to make you feel at home good fishing for Bass has showers and bathrooms very clean and quiet It is a great place to relax not to far away is a grocery store a bank
Please ck this out great for all ages bring a canoe or paddle board they have canoes to rent we will be back again Heather and Alf
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Jeremie
July 2025
Tent
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.
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Laura
July 2025
With pets
Jennifer is lovely! So helpful & great service. The property is beautiful and off the beaten track. If you want to get away from people and unplug, this is the place for you! When the description says no cell service, it’s not kidding. I did a solo trip, and to contact my husband I had to drive about 8 minutes up the road on hwy 533 just to get 1 or 2 bars of service.
Some things to be aware of - the Little Dipper dome is right next to the Big Dipper dome. There’s a swath of trees between the two sites, but they don’t really provide much of a sound barrier (good privacy, though). Unfortunately, my neighbouring campers were quite loud, which wasn’t ideal.
It’s worth noting, that in summer (I stayed in July), the dome gets uncomfortably hot inside during the day, even with the screen door open, air vent on, and curtain closed and stays that way through the entire day, until the cooler morning/evening hours (enjoyable inside when cooler).
The hosts provide all the essentials, which is awesome! The composting toilet did not smell at all, and was clean/no flies.
I loved the nature sounds very much. The only thing I didn’t like, was the amount of bugs. Bugs don’t usually bother me, but even with bug spray they were incessant, which ruined my plans to soak up nature while there - since the nature experience was my whole reason to go, I was a little disappointed by that.
But I definitely will stay again, maybe in a different season (when there’s less bugs).
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Briana
July 2025
With kids
Everything was great! Big site right next to the beach with electricity, water and flush toilets very close (always clean). Hosts were very friendly and accommodating and so were the other people at the campground. Wood was delivered to our site and it was a good price for a lot of wood. Amazing fireworks display for Canada Day! Water was beautiful! Absolutely nothing to complain about.
Very happy to have found this place and looking forward to going back😊
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Judith
July 2025
With pets
A nice old schoolhouse lot with pool hot tub gazebo and firepit spots. It is close to provincial parks and the caves. Eva’s kitchen offers a wide variety hungarian meals. They are always fresh and very tasty. Eva and Sandor are excellent hosts. In this old schoolhouse inn you feel yourself just like you are in Grandma’s home and treated as good friends or family members
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The best camping in Driftwood Provincial Park, ON guide
Overview
About
Nestled along the Ottawa River, Driftwood Provincial Park offers a tranquil escape with panoramic views of the Upper Ottawa Valley. Campers delight in waterfront sites, while the park's large sandy beach beckons for sun-soaked days. Venture out on the river by sea-kayak, explore scenic trails, or simply bask in the park's peaceful atmosphere.
Notable campgrounds
- Ottawa Campground - Enjoy stunning riverfront camping with easy access to a sandy beach and breathtaking sunsets.
- Beaver Pond Campground - Settle into the forest's embrace and be close to nature trails teeming with wildlife.
- Riverview Campground - Offers a perfect blend of forest cover and river vistas, ideal for a serene camping experience.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book early, especially for peak summer months, to secure your ideal campsite.
- Consider mid-week stays for better availability and a quieter experience.
- Keep an eye on cancellation policies for last-minute openings.
- Explore nearby camping options to maximize your chances of finding a spot.
When to go
The best time to visit Driftwood Provincial Park is between May 10 and October 15, when the park is fully operational. Summer offers warm weather perfect for swimming and boating, while fall brings a display of vibrant foliage. Winter visits are serene, though services are limited.
Know before you go
- Check the park's operating dates: May 10 to October 15 for full services.
- Be aware of any fire bans or advisories before planning your trip.
- Remember to pack safety gear for water activities and hiking.
- Accessibility options are available; contact the park for specific needs.
- Facilities include a park store for essentials and rentals.
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