The Ottawa Valley boasts 10 Visitor Information Centres located throughout Renfrew County. Each centre is staffed with knowledgeable and professional personnel ready to provide visitors with tourism information.
The Ottawa Valley is a four-season destination for intrepid explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Outfitters, trippers and guides are always ready to lead our guests into the uncharted wilderness, abundant snowfalls and the roaring whitewater of the Ottawa River, making this a hotspot for outdoor adventure.
Visitors to the Ottawa Valley are treated to a variety of rustic cabins, charming bed & breakfasts, distinguished hotels and resorts that offer a clean, comfortable place to call it a night. Outdoor enthusiasts relish the natural beauty of the many area campgrounds as they drift off to sleep under a blanket of stars.
Savour the flavour of our local cuisine by indulging in culinary delights at one of our tearooms, elegant inns, crκperies, family restaurants or upscale eateries. Enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants, pubs and chip stands throughout the area or seek out one of the many places offering home-cooked cuisine. Whether you are looking for a succulent gourmet feast, or a quick bite to tide you over between destinations, the Ottawa Valley offers a great variety for diners.
Shopping malls and professional services are available throughout the Ottawa Valley, however, what keeps the visitors coming back are the numerous antique shops, boutiques, galleries and craft stores where the craftsmanship of artisans from across the region can be found on prominent display.
The Ottawa Valley is a four-season destination for intrepid explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Outfitters, trippers and guides are always ready to lead our guests into the uncharted wilderness, abundant snowfalls and the roaring whitewater of the Ottawa River, making this a hotspot for outdoor adventure.
The Ottawa Valley is a four-season destination for intrepid explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Outfitters, trippers and guides are always ready to lead our guests into the uncharted wilderness, abundant snowfalls and the roaring whitewater of the Ottawa River, making this a hotspot for outdoor adventure.
The Ottawa Valley consists of a unique blend of towns, villages and municipalities that, while varied in size and location, all boast a welcoming and hospitable nature. There is plenty of variety, from the urban centres to the rural areas, where beautiful artistry, seasonal agriculture and lush wilderness abound.
Come to the Museum starting at 11:30 on Sunday June 30th and enjoy cake, ice cream and locally...
Where We Are
Although this is sometimes debated, Renfrew County and The Ottawa Valley are one and the same, with the exception of a few outlying areas. When you pass the Renfrew County signs on our major roads, you are in the Ottawa Valley.
Cradled between the Ottawa River and Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario's Highlands, the Ottawa Valley is a place exuberant in culture where you will savour our unique blend of heritage and outdoor fun. Ontario's Adventure Playground is your place to play with more than 2.4 million hectares (6 million acres) of pristine waterways, rolling woodlands and dramatic landforms. Our rivers and trails will lead you to breathtaking canyons, endless fishing opportunities and views that inspire greatness.
Renowned as the Whitewater Capital of Canada, the Ottawa Valley is home to more than 900 lakes and four major river systems, including the mighty Ottawa and Madawaska rivers.
For family holidays, adventure tours and romantic getaways, the Ottawa Valley is your place to play.
Media and Communications->County of Renfrew Road Construction Report Created: June 10th 2009 - Updated: May 13th 2013
Want to avoid delays on the road this summer? Check out the County of Renfrew's Road Construction report for a complete list of roads under construction (updated weekly). [Read More]