The best camping near Murphys Point Provincial Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Murphys Point Provincial Park adventure.

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White Pine Acres

1 site · Lodging50 acres · Lanark, ON
50 acres of beautiful old white pine forest Groomed trails lots of deer in winter Cabin is on a big pond with great sunrises and moon rises facing east Are you looking for a space to retreat and just be.  We have a new cedar cabin that could be right for you.  It is located on a pond on 50 acres.  There are groomed trails and many other hiking opportunities within a 10 minute drive. The cabin full insulated however does have propane heating, fireplace and stove.  Firepit for those beautiful evenings and a gas BBQ ready for use.  You will need to bring your cooler and ice.Transportation of your belongings to cabin is possible Cabin has battery lights solar charged and has a generator for charging and cooking appliances   The cabin is a 10 minute walk from parking in on the property and the trails are marked.  We can do contactless reservation or we are happy to connect with you.   Cell phone reception is available, streaming is unreliable.  Bring a book and your hikers and relax for a day or two!   Close to ski doo trails if you are looking to stop for the night.  15 minutes to the community of Perth and 60 minutes from downtown Ottawa.   For more info and pics please go to Instagram @naturewanderer806
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Cartwright Springs Brewery

4 sites · RVs, Tents77 acres · Renfrew, ON
Our micro brewery is located here because of our springs. The campsites are within walking distance to the brewery. The sites are in the forest with either a view of the pond, of Cartwrights Creek or of the Ottawa valley from a hillside. We have short hiking trails, some outdoor games such as horseshoes or beach volleyball, and we have beer. Contact Andre by texting 613-295-3377 FIRE: You must contact Andre before lighting a fire so a permit can be acquired. No fires before 6. GARBAGE: Please collect garbage and bring it with you. We unfortunately cannot accept garbage at the brewery. The municipality limits us to one bag and we have animals that would love to rip through your garbage bag before I can get to it. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE GARBAGE HERE! FOOD... don't leave food out for animals to get overnight... If you don't have a car you can put your food in the silo by the brewery... animals can't get in there!
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Spirit Wild Estate

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Renfrew, ON
Welcome to Spirit Wild A place, in nature, where you can let your spirit be free, to feel the healing power of nature. A private lake with no public access, and quite/peaceful. Lake is limited to 10hp outboards, and seldom seen - so no large boats or noise. Access to boat ramp. Located just outside Calabogie Village. Paved road to property. Many local attractions and things to do.. River Rafting, Hiking Trails, Cave Exploration, Galleries, Dining, etc. - Ck it out. Over 2 acres of mixed bush, fruit trees, organic garden, large open grassy play area, Virgin Lake (Dempsey) beautiful, clear clean water - sandy bottom - great waterfront for the smaller children. Charging Station @ House. Games, Horseshoes Bocce Ball. Boat Rentals, $20 - $40. Message me for wants/needs. Best to arrange with me - cash on site, or e-transfer, please. Camping from bicycle - to Overland campers. Site 1 - Waterfront Turn right at end of driveway, left across lawn, to Herbert St. best suited for small units, tent trailers, smaller RV's, etc. No access for large trailers. No turn around for large trailers. Site 2 - Waterview Turn right at end of driveway, straight ahead, large site, easy access. larger trailers. Site for Tents - anywhere.
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Fagan Lake Heights

1 site · RV, Tent200 acres · Maberly, ON
Located only 1 hour +/- to Ottawa or Kingston! This property provides great access to a secluded level campsite surrounded by mature hardwoods and white pine, overlooking Fagan Lake. There is an outhouse and firepit on-site, with firewood included (please don't bring your own firewood). Supplied Adirondack and other lawn chairs will really make your campfires special! Pets on leash are welcome. Tents, camper trailers and RVs up to 20 feet are welcome. This is a level pull-in site. There is a covered post-and-beam picnic shelter on site for rainy days. A supplied BBQ, a large kitchen prep table, and a small round dining table complete the "glamping" feel. There's always a full 18 litre jug of drinking water on site, although we recommend that you also bring your own water. Access to a secluded lake which is about 2.5 km x 0.5 km in size, and connected to Bennett Lake by the Fall River. The lake is rugged and remote - only 8 cottages on the whole lake. Swimming off the dock, or paddle over to the jumping rocks across the lake. Bring your canoe or kayak and explore the lake and wetlands. Or bring your mountain bikes and enjoy the backroads. This property is in the heart of Lanark County, with all amenities within a 20-minute drive. Lots of hiking trails nearby, and a nice sand beach at Silver Lake Provincial park 10 minutes away. We're not far from Murphy's Point and Sharbot Lake PP as well. If you like dark skies and quiet woods and going to bed listening to frogs and barred owls, or waking up with the woodland birds, this is the place. No artificial lights here, and you can see the Milky Way clearly on a dark night.
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Yurta Glamping/Tent Camping 50Acres

2 sites · Lodging, Tents50 acres · Clayton, ON
A truly private and unique living experience in pure nature! 50 acres of private property; forest, meadows, rolling hills, well maintained trails, a 2 acre pond, yours to discover! Camp in your own tent or book a stay in our Yurta! Outdoor dry toilet and outhouse near walk-in sites. Also, available at our house near parking is direct access to portable drinking water, outdoor kitchen area, flush toilet, and shower. Beautiful experience during all four seasons: - 50 minutes drive from downtown Ottawa - 20 minutes drive from the historic town of Almonte - 30 minutes drive from Pakenham or Calabogie (great ski hills) - area popular for cycling (wonderful country and forest roads) - 8km to a swimming spot, beautiful lake with a little sand and diving decks - wildlife watching: deer, fox, turkeys, rabbits, ducks, geese, frogs, turtles, birds - stargaze without light pollution - camp fire (when fire band is off) - bask in the autumn colours - explore true winter wonderland; cross country ski / snowshoe Tent Camping Sites: upon arrival, choose from car camping (close to our house) to several very private walk-in (100m-300m) spots on our 50 acres. Yurta Stay: the 4 seasons Yurta sits in the middle of our property atop a very private elevated area. Listen to subtle sounds permeate the yurt while enjoying the comfort of an insulated wood stove heated space year round! To increase the full effect of this experience, the Yurta is accessible on foot (300m walk from the car parking). A trolley is provided to transport your personal belongings. Our Yurta provides a 226 square foot 4 season space. It has an operable dome and 3 large windows. It is insulated with 100% wool felt and is outfitted with a wood stove. It has no vinyl nor any toxic materials. The Yurta space includes: - 2 custom raised beds with mattresses. These could fit 2-4 people. An extra cot is available if needed. - a wood stove - an outdoor fire pit - firewood for purchase ($8 / bundle) - table and some chairs - an outdoor dry toilet on a platform, toilet paper, water for washing hands - drinking water, flush toilet, and shower accessible at the main house - parking is by the main house which is a 300m walk to the Yurta Please bring with you: - pillows, beddings, or sleeping bags. - flashlight(s) - water bottles - food + cooler + ice (there is no refrigeration) - pots, pans, dishes, utensils - a camp stove if you wish to cook on something other than an open fire (no camp stoves inside the Yurta please) - appropriate clothing and footwear - bugspray Other things to note: - please plan to arrive before dark and bring a flashlight, there is no electricity at or around the Yurta site - please do not leave food or garbage outside to attract wild animals - no smoking, drugs, parties, or events - no hunting, 4 wheeling, snowmobiling. Please respect nature. - this is your forest retreat and a chance for digital detox; no wifi, no cell phone reception, pure nature cure!
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Glamorous Camping in the Woods

2 sites · Lodging20 acres · Verona, ON
Sitting on 20 acres with purifying plants & comforting earth tones, Hilltop Glamorous Camping is home to guests from all over the world! A perfect space to unplug from technology and plug into nature to reboot the mind, body, and soul with family and friends. We have all the amenities you need! Private toilet and hot shower, clean drinking water, an outdoor kitchen with all cooking supplies, picnic table, and a barbecue. This space is especially great for first-time glampers, folks who only want to pack their clothes and food and nothing else, or even introducing a family member or friend to camping for the first time. Campfires are permitted and pets are welcome! There's so much to do in the South Frontenac Region! Enjoy the great outdoors, hiking, bird watching or visit the many lakes that are a stone's throw away for fishing, swimming, or boating. Go ATVing on the many trails in and around South Frontenac.
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The best camping near Murphys Point Provincial Park guide

Overview

About

An hour southwest of Ottawa, Murphys Point Provincial Park is situated on Big Rideau Lake, part of the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site. History and heritage form a huge part of the park’s identity and its summer interpretive programs, while the area’s nature and bird watching opportunities are supreme—warblers, hawks, owls, and orioles are frequently spotted. In addition to traditional car camping, Murphys Point Provincial Park offers water-accessible backcountry campsites for paddlers, plus a camp cottage with a kitchen, a glamping tent, and a deluxe yurt.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for groups: The Round Lake Campground has three lakeside group sites that can accommodate between 12 and 50 people each. 
  • Best for big RVs: Hogg Bay Campground can accommodate large vehicles with pull-through sites and electrical hookups.
  • Best for tents: Fallows Campground is designed with tents in mind (though some spots do accommodate small trailers).

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. The Ontario Parks system allows reservations up to five months in advance. If you’re counting on booking a yurt, cabin, or deluxe tent, note that these particular reservations fill up very early on.
  2. If you miss out on a spot, check availability again at the four-month mark—this is the earliest that reservations can be changed or cancelled so you might be lucky and pick up a newly available site.
  3. If everything seems full, you can also wait until the very last minute. If existing campers leave early, they get a full refund when they cancel their last night before 12pm. If any free spots are going to open up, it will be right around noon.

When to go

Murphys Point Provincial Park is open from mid-May until mid-October and again from mid-December to mid-March for winter day use. Like many parks, Murphys Point bans alcohol on Victoria Day and for the 10 days preceding it. Both Canada Day weekend (July 1) and the August Civic Holiday weekend (the first Monday of the month) are very busy. July and August are popular times to visit.

Know before you go

  • If you want to go backcountry camping, you’ll need an interior camping permit. Print them at home (within 14 days of your trip) or get one at the park office when you arrive.
  • If staying in one of Murphys Point Provincial Park’s cabins or glamping units, you’ll need to bring your own bedding, kitchen basics (like pots, pans, and dishes), along with your own food and personal items.
  • History buffs can sign up for a guided tour of the Silver Queen Mine (the park supplies the hardhats!) and also visit the resorted McParlan House, the location of an 1800s sawmill and now a registered archaeological site within the park.

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