Lower Madawaska River Provincial Park

Lower Madawaska River Provincial Park is a sprawling protected area that runs along the river through Renfrew County, shaped by ancient glacial activity. The terrain includes glacial ridges, sandy plains, scattered lakes, and numerous sandbars that line the waterway's course.

The land functioned as a massive channel for glacial meltwater when ice sheets retreated thousands of years ago. Officials designated it as a provincial park in 1989 to protect this glacially shaped landscape.

The park serves as a gathering place for paddlers who practice traditional canoe and kayak activities along the river's course. These waterborne journeys form part of the outdoor recreation culture that defines how people engage with this landscape.

This is a basic facility park, so visitors should bring all their own gear and supplies for their stay. Parking areas are available along with simple toilets and fire pits, but expect minimal developed services.

The park's boundaries are marked by two bridges that frame the protected river section from end to end. This geographic marking shows exactly which stretch of the waterway the protection covers.

Location: Renfrew County

Inception: 1989

Website: https://ontarioparks.com/park/lowermadawaskariver/fr

GPS coordinates: 45.23500,-77.35470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:21