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Where to Canoe near Pembroke

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Looking for the best places to Canoe in and around Pembroke? Below are some great routes, trips and resources to help you Canoe in and around Pembroke.

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From the iconic Ottawa River with its world-class whitewater to serene flatwater paddling in the heart of cottage country, Ontario offers something for every paddler. Chase big waves, tackle multi-day wilderness trips in Algonquin Park, or soak up fall colors on clear, glassy lakes. And let’s not forget the beauty of the region—think rugged Canadian Shield, shimmering waterways, and endless wildlife encounters. It’s no wonder Ontario’s rivers and lakes are a must hit for every paddler in North America.

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Canoe Trips or Routes around Pembroke

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Whitewater Section
Muskrat River - An easy access whitewater run in early spring, which turns into swifts and shallow rapids in early summer. Through the heart of downtown Pembroke.
Traverse - McManus wilderness trip
Petawawa River - One of Canada's classic wilderness whitewater canoe trips. Rapids progress in difficulty from CII to CIV ledge drops, with the final days in continuous CII. Beautiful campsites. It's a classic for good reason.
Barron Canyon
Barron River - Likely the most beautiful one day canoe trip in Algonquin Park - through the heart of the 70m deep Barron Canyon gorge. A flatwater trip with 3 easy portages. Suitable for all abilities.
Pembroke to Allumette Island
Ottawa River - Flatwater paddle on the Ottawa River at pembroke. Multiple put in options here depending on which side of the river you are. See map for options.

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Resources around Pembroke

Wilderness Tours Raft & Kayak Resort

Wilderness Tours is the ultimate destination for paddlers visiting the Ottawa River. Lodging, Food, Shuttles, Gear Rental, Shop, Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails, Live Entertainment and more (and all right at the takeout!) are just some of the reasons WT is the perfect location to stay while visiting the Ottawa River's famous Rocher Fendu section. Paddlers can access WT's paddler access points at the Lorne/Pushbutton as well as at the takeout of the Main and Middle Channels. Ottawa Kayak School events and classes are based at Wilderness Tours Resort.
1260 Grants Settlement Rd
1-888-723-8669
http://www.wildernesstours.com

Alqonquin Bound | Barren Canyon

rentals, tours, shuttles
525 Barron Canyon Rd, Pembroke, ON K8A 6W7
(613) 637-5508
https://algonquinbound.com/

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