Driftwood Provincial Park - Canada

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About Driftwood Provincial Park

RV quick facts for Driftwood Provincial Park

DetailInformation
Electrical hookups20 of 82 campsites, concentrated at Brumm Campground
RV pull-through sites8 available at Brumm Campground
Dump stationYes
Full hookupsNo, only electrical hookups offered
Operating seasonMay 8 to October 13
Reservation windowAdvance bookings through Ontario Parks online system

Best time to visit Driftwood Provincial Park

The best time to visit Driftwood Provincial Park is from May 8 through October 13, when the park operates with full facilities. Peak season runs through July and August, when daytime temperatures range from 24 to 26 degrees Celsius and the Ottawa River is ideal for boating and swimming. September offers shoulder-season conditions with fewer crowds and pleasant temperatures ranging from 8 to 20 degrees Celsius, making it attractive for hiking.

Jan 60 mm
-7°C - -15°C

Park closed

Feb 45 mm
-5°C - -14°C

Park closed

Mar 50 mm
0°C - -8°C

Park closed

Apr 68 mm
8°C - -1°C

Park closed

May 65 mm
18°C - 6°C

Park opens May 8

Jun 85 mm
23°C - 10°C

Jul 75 mm
26°C - 13°C

Peak season, warmest month

Aug 70 mm
24°C - 12°C

Sep 68 mm
20°C - 8°C

Shoulder season, fewer crowds

Oct 65 mm
11°C - 4°C

Park closes October 13

Nov 55 mm
4°C - -2°C

Park closed

Dec 90 mm
-3°C - -11°C

Park closed

Things to do at Driftwood Provincial Park

  • Chevier Creek Trail Moderate
    RV parking available

    Chevier Creek Trail offers moderate hiking through diverse terrain with scenic views of the Ottawa River. The trail system includes four loops ranging from 1.7 to 3.7 kilometers, suitable for various fitness levels. alltrails.com/trail/canada/ontario/chevier-creek-trail

  • Oak Highland Trails Moderate
    RV parking available

    Oak Highland Trails provide moderate-difficulty hiking with panoramic river vistas. The Riverview Loop covers 1 kilometer along the river, while the Beaver Pond Loop extends 2.5 kilometers and features a scenic lookout point. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood/activities

  • Ottawa River Boating and Canoeing Easy
    RV parking available

    The Ottawa River provides excellent boating and canoeing opportunities for RV campers. A boat launch and canoe/kayak rentals are available in the park, enabling scenic water-based exploration. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood

  • Fishing Easy
    RV parking available

    Fishing in the Ottawa River offers opportunities to catch walleye, smallmouth bass, and northern pike. The river's sheltered bay near the park is a productive destination during the operating season. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood

  • Sandy Beach Swimming Easy
    RV parking available

    Two sandy beaches within the park provide safe swimming and sunbathing opportunities. The sheltered bay waters are popular for family water recreation during the summer season. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood

  • Wildlife and Bird Viewing Easy
    RV parking available

    The park's diverse habitat supports wildlife observation opportunities including deer, beaver, songbirds, and waterfowl. Early morning walks on park trails offer the best chance for viewing wildlife. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood

  • Scenic Photography
    RV parking available

    The scenic vistas of the Ottawa River, Laurentian Mountains across the river in Quebec, and the park's natural features provide excellent photography opportunities. Sunrise and sunset lighting enhances the dramatic landscape. ontarioparks.ca/park/driftwood

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Driftwood Provincial Park, ON, Canada

How to get to Driftwood Provincial Park

The park is accessed directly from Trans Canada Highway 17, located 40 kilometers west of Deep River and 72 kilometers southeast of Mattawa. Deep River is the nearest town with basic services. The nearest major airport is Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, approximately 250 kilometers southeast with a driving time of about 3 hours. RV travelers should note that Highway 17 approaches are well-maintained, though some internal park roads have steep grades leading to the Ottawa Campground. Larger RVs are better suited to the Brumm Campground, which offers pull-through sites.

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