Ottawa River Paddlefest
Ottawa River Paddlefest Overview
June 28 – 29th 2025
Celebration of the river we call home at our annual Ottawa River Paddlefest. Originally called the Kitchissippi / Kichi-Sìbì by the Algonquin people.
There will be activities on and off the water for everyone.
Additional Information
- Live Music on Saturday Night
- Paddling Film Festival on Friday Night
- Vendor Marketplace Saturday Afternoon
- Interested in being a vendor – let us know
- Rolling Clinics
- Shuttles to and from the river
- Access to all our resort amenities:
- Beach with canoes, kayaks and SUPs
- Floating dock with slide
- Beach Volleyball
- Disk Golf
- Horseshoe
- Sauna
- Outdoor Showers
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner all weekend are available for purchase
- Kayak Instruction: 1 or 2 day intermediate clinic Book Here
- Pontoon Cruise Shuttle with BBQ Meal
- Donations to Whitewater Ontario’s Ottawa River Access Fund
Itinerary
Accomodation Options
Paddler Camping
In our paddler’s camping area you will find picnic tables, a fire pit, covered sink area for dishes, shared charging station and garbage & recycling bins.
Sites cannot be reserved in advance – selection is first come, first serve. Our field-style sites offer both water views and tree-shaded lawns. Our smaller tent camping area allows you to park near your camping spot.
Trailers & RVs are welcome at no extra cost. We also have serviced RV sites with power and water hook-ups. More info below.
Fires are not permitted in the camp grounds, there are two fire pits lit every evening for you to enjoy. Portable cook stoves or BBQs are allowed at your campsite.
Please note that camping equipment isn’t included in this package unless booked separately.
Rates (per person per night):
- $20 / Adult per night
- $10 / Child per night
Rates & Availability
3 days
All prices subject to 13% HST
Soft Adventure Rafting Day Trip
Package Type: Day Trip
Cost: $99 - $210
Adventure Rafting Day Trip
Package Type: Day Trip
Cost: $126 – $210
Sport Rafting Day Trip
Package Type: Day Trip
Cost: $182 - $242
Reviews
Best day ever! Our group of 4 had the best day ever with Angus!!He was encouraging, fun, and very knowledgeable.
He shared some great information and stories about the area too.
This was on my bucket list and Angus did not disappoint.
We will definitely be back again for another adventure with OWL Rafting!!
Thanks for making it the perfect day, Angus! We had a blast!!! :)
