Looking for inspiration for your next weekend getaway from Ottawa? Check out my new Trivago guide to the Ottawa Valley, which is packed with tips on things to see and do in Carp, Renfrew, Pembroke, Barry’s Bay, Golden Lake, Calabogie, Fort Coulonge and beyond. For instance, did you know that in the Ottawa Valley, you can…
- …roar around a racetrack in a Mustang?
- …walk across one of Canada’s only swinging bridges?
- …climb a via ferrata above rushing rapids?
- …meet winemakers and craft brewers?
You can sip Vidal Blanc and other wine varietals at Kin Vineyards in Carp. Photo by Laura Byrne Paquet.
- …go to a concert in a cave?
- …visit a First Nation museum?
- …follow in the footsteps of contestants on The Amazing Race?
- …raft world-class whitewater rapids?
- …visit Canada’s oldest Polish settlement?
You can walk through pioneer homes at the Polish Kashub Heritage Museum in Wilno, Ontario. Photo by Laura Byrne Paquet.
- …see a movie at a classic drive-in?
- …fish for northern pike and muskie?
Because all that activity is bound to make you hungry, I also tell you where you can find great cookies in Barry’s Bay, tasty crepes in Pembroke and more (salted caramel apple French toast, anyone?). I’ve rustled up lots of hotel, motel and B&B recommendations, too—everything from a Victorian lumber baron’s mansion in Fort Coulonge to a lakeside chalet in Calabogie.
Instead of running errands or cleaning out your garage this weekend, you could be lounging in a hot tub, cycling a 92-kilometre riverfront trail, snowshoeing in Algonquin Park, skiing or snowboarding, kayaking or canoeing…the choices are endless, really! And I’ve already done all your homework for you; all you need to do is check out my Ottawa Valley guide, hop in your car and go. You’re welcome. 🙂
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