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THE BONNECHERE CAVES Coulonge River
“Ontario’s Natural Underground Wonder”
The river ﬂ ows through classic Canadian Shield scenery, drop-
A visit to The Bonnechere Caves near Eganville, Ontario, in the
ping nearly 700 feet as it cascades over a series of thunderous
heart of The Ottawa Valley is truly a step back into time. During the
one hour long tour of this remarkable property information will be
waterfalls and wanders through runable rock-studded rapids.
presented that will cause your imagination to work overtime. The Coulonge is famous for its sand beach campsites and an
Eganville, Ontario www.bonnecherecaves.com ideal group and instructional river. It offers almost 250 km of pad-
1800-469 2283 or 613-628 cave (2283)
dling with a variety of put-ins and take-outs to suit your schedule
and trip preferences from May until late October.
BEST WESTERN PEMBROKE INN & CONFERENCE CENTRE
A Place for All Your Adventures—Call the Best!
Bonnechere River (Bonnechere River
Full dining facilities, fitness centre, indoor pool and hot Provincial Park and Round Lake)
tub, high speed internet, large rooms. All non-smoking,
This route starts and ﬁ nishes at Bonnechere Provincial Park, lo-
4 Green Key. Ask for the Rapid Rate.
cated on County Road 58, near the village of Round Lake Centre.
Pembroke, Ontario: 1.800.567.2378
You will be rewarded with a great put-in area and dock, ample
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parking, washrooms and a great beach on Round Lake for a
BEST WESTERN RENFREW INN
post-paddle swim. The river corridor is also a park—Bonnechere
2 for 1 Rooms with Rafting
River Provincial Park. A perfect trip for novices and families.
Best deal in the Valley. Two rooms or two nights. Good with
Petawawa River (Town Section)
rafting or golfing. 10 courses available. Some restrictions
and conditions apply.
Flowing through the heart of Petawawa, the “Pet” is a favorite
with locals for its many access points and outstanding play spots.
Renfrew, Ontario: 1.800.668.0466
www.bestwesternrenfrew.com
This undammed river peaks in late May, when Railroad, Lov-
ers, and Suicide are truly huge (six and up on the gauge). Most
CALABOGIE PEAKS RESORT
paddlers opt to park and play at high levels at the Catwalk or
Getaway Packages
Golf Course rapids. Medium levels see the most interesting river
Backcountry Adventures at Calabogie Peaks Resort are a
running, and levels below two on the gauge create technical
fantastic way to paddle picturesque waters. Call 1-800-
eddy hopping. Check local clubs for dates and times for group
669-4861 to book or visit www.calabogie.com. Getaway
Packages are available.”
paddles—a good way to learn the river is to paddle with a local.
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canoeing and sea kayaking destinations in
Drop Your Paddle in Pembroke!
the Ottawa Valley, visit www.ottawavalley.org
or call for a free copy of Paddle Routes of the
Come explore a National Communities in Bloom winner. While
you dry your duds at a local hotel, you can wet your whistle in
Ottawa Valley.
one of the many pubs and restaurants. Visit on line at www.
pembroke.ca
Pembroke, Ontario • Tel: 1.613.735.6821

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Madawaska and Ottawa Rivers
Join our world of whitewater–start on the Madawaska River (2 hr trip),
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graduate to a Family Raft Trip down the Ottawa, and ultimately challenge
the High Adventure adult trip on the Big ‘O’. If hooked, get the best start
for paddling your own boat with world-class instruction at MKC.
TRAVEL GUIDE AND MAP
Foresters Falls, Ontario: 1.800.461.7238
www.owlrafting.com
TOWN OF PETAWAWA
1-800-757-6580
Paddle the Petawawa River
Paddle the Petawawa Town Run—Big Eddy, Railroad, Lovers,
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the Catwalk, Suicide and the Golf Course. Enjoy seven km of
heart pumping fun all season long!
Ottawa Valley Tourist Association
Petawawa, Ontario: 1.613.687.5536
www.petawawa.ca
ONTARIO’S ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
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