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 and distinguished hotels 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.
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.
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The Ottawa Valley Tourist Association (OVTA) is a non-profit organization designed to stimulate and promote tourism in Renfrew County.
Our goal is to create a presence in the tourism marketplace. In order to position the Ottawa Valley as an interesting and popular travel destination in the minds of travelers, a joint effort among tourism suppliers and OVTA’s dedicated tourism staff is required.
INCREASE the level of awareness of the Ottawa Valley, branded as “Ontario's Adventure Playground” and "Whitewater Capital of Canada", as a four-season tourist destination to appropriately targeted markets.
INCREASE access to visitor information year-round.
INCREASE the number of visits to the Ottawa Valley in the most cost-effective manner possible.
INCREASE the average length of stay by visitors through improved access to travel information and hospitality.