Kayaking on the Rideau River is an amazing experience, I got hooked few years back, and calling Beveridge's bay home since. I met at the Beveridge's locks many boaters coming from different parts of Canada, and international visitors from as far as Switzerland. One Kayaker comes back every summer all the way from the United States, solo, on her kayak. I recommend you add this destination to your list.
Hey Ken, just getting back from a 6 day kayaking trip from Newboro Lake to Ottawa River (140km) on the Rideau River. It was such a great adventure with so many great paddling locations from lock to lock. Great weather, with only a few days of rain adding to the flavor of the trip. Most of the locks offer onsite camping with water available to top off if you're running low. I just got back on Sept. 7 and I'm already planning my next trip. You'll have more amenities available the closer you get to Ottawa. I was able to stop off at Kelly's Landing for a much needed warm meal on my last day. I can't recommend this trip enough to anyone that is wanting to take on an adventure such as this. I am planning to paddle the entire route from Kingston to Ottawa next season and already counting the days until I can return.
Being a seasoned canoe tripper, I was disappointed in the limited information provided here. You could have mentioned where to get maps, how to reserve your campsites in advance (or whether or not such is possible), ability to have campfires at the locks, opportunities for recharging e-devices, etc., etc.
Thanks for an amazing show !!! I kayak fish, and now, the Rideau River is on my bucket list 😃👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed it! Only about 4 months until the ice is gone from the Rideau...
Loved this, as a newbie in Ontario ❤
Kayaking on the Rideau River is an amazing experience, I got hooked few years back, and calling Beveridge's bay home since. I met at the Beveridge's locks many boaters coming from different parts of Canada, and international visitors from as far as Switzerland. One Kayaker comes back every summer all the way from the United States, solo, on her kayak. I recommend you add this destination to your list.
Hi, where is a good kayak launch point? Thanks!
Hey Ken, just getting back from a 6 day kayaking trip from Newboro Lake to Ottawa River (140km) on the Rideau River. It was such a great adventure with so many great paddling locations from lock to lock. Great weather, with only a few days of rain adding to the flavor of the trip. Most of the locks offer onsite camping with water available to top off if you're running low. I just got back on Sept. 7 and I'm already planning my next trip. You'll have more amenities available the closer you get to Ottawa. I was able to stop off at Kelly's Landing for a much needed warm meal on my last day. I can't recommend this trip enough to anyone that is wanting to take on an adventure such as this. I am planning to paddle the entire route from Kingston to Ottawa next season and already counting the days until I can return.
Man... that sounds amazing! I'm jealous. I can't wait to get back myself. Congrats on a great paddling mission.
I hate watching your videos. It just makes my paddling bucket list even longer. Lol keep up the good work.
Ha! I'm sorry... but I won't stop! :)
Looks like a wonderful destination.
Thanks for sharing!
It really is! Thanks for watching, Rick!
Saludos desde Puerto Rico 🤙
Nice
Rideau canal, not Rideau River
Being a seasoned canoe tripper, I was disappointed in the limited information provided here. You could have mentioned where to get maps, how to reserve your campsites in advance (or whether or not such is possible), ability to have campfires at the locks, opportunities for recharging e-devices, etc., etc.