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Spend two days immersed in the Ottawa River’s thrill and the comfort of OWL Resort. From beach games to navigating challenging rapids, OWL Rafting delivers a vibrant mix of relaxation and adventure.
Spend two days immersed in the Ottawa River’s thrill and the comfort of OWL Resort. From beach games to navigating challenging rapids, OWL Rafting delivers a vibrant mix of relaxation and adventure.
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Operated by OWL Rafting on the Ottawa River · Foresters Falls, Ontario
Situated in Foresters Falls, Ontario, OWL Rafting on the Ottawa River offers a two-day escape that perfectly balances laid-back riverside fun with pulse-pounding whitewater thrills. The adventure begins at the OWL Resort, where guests arrive to an energetic yet relaxed atmosphere. Here, the sprawling sandy beach invites you to challenge friends to frisbee golf or volleyball, while a floating swim dock with a slide and paddleboard rentals provide plenty of options to stay active or simply cool off. A hot sauna and life-size maze add unexpected touches to the day’s activities. Though unlicensed, the resort welcomes you to bring your own beverages, making it ideal for groups wanting to unwind in a natural setting.
Day two switches gears with a full-day rafting expedition on the Ottawa River, known for its thrilling rapids carved through Canadian Shield geology — ancient granite rock formations that tell the story of this rugged landscape. Under the watchful guidance of experienced OWL rafting professionals, guests paddle through challenging currents, body surf natural waves, and dive off cliffs where conditions allow, all in the company of a team working together to navigate this dynamic river.
As the current mellows, a pontoon boat offers a serene cruise back to camp along a historic First Nations waterway, providing opportunities to appreciate the forested shoreline’s quiet beauty. A grilled BBQ feast awaits, rounding out the day with hearty flavors and a chance to relive the day’s highlights in a video presentation.
This package’s blend of active river adventure and resort relaxation makes it a standout option for anyone seeking a genuine connection to Ontario’s wild outdoors. OWL Rafting’s commitment to skillful guiding, quality facilities, and thoughtful immersion creates a truly memorable journey on the Ottawa River.
moderate.
2 days, 1 night.
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness, able to paddle actively and engage in physical activities like cliff jumping and swimming.
Participants must weigh at least 90 lbs (41 kg) to join this medium intensity rafting trip.
No prior experience is needed; expert guides provide paddling instruction and lead the raft.
Yes, OWL Rafting offers optional upgrades to cabins or RV hookups for added comfort.
Wetsuits can be rented on site for an additional fee but are not included by default.
Guests can engage in beach volleyball, frisbee golf, paddleboard rentals, and use the floating swim dock with a slide.
Yes, the package includes breakfast and a BBQ meal served on a pontoon boat after rafting.
The Ottawa River was an essential travel and trade corridor for Indigenous peoples, whose routes are thoughtfully honored during the pontoon cruise.
OWL Rafting practices Leave No Trace principles to minimize impact on the pristine Canadian Shield environment and supports local conservation efforts.
OWL Rafting on the Ottawa River operates from Foresters Falls, Ontario, offering guided whitewater rafting and waterfront resort experiences on the Ottawa River. The company presents a wide range of trips and packages, including half-day intro trips, soft-adventure options for lighter children, medium and high intensity sport rafting, and multi-day stay-and-raft resort packages. Many packages combine guided rafting with on-site resort amenities such as meals, pontoon cruises, a floating swim dock, frisbee golf, and beach volleyball. Paddler Camping provides a first-come, first-served camping option for kayakers and canoers, with trailers and RVs welcome at the site. Family-focused trips note weight guidelines—for example, some soft-adventure trips accept children over 50 pounds—while sport and adventure options are available for experienced rafters seeking higher-intensity rapids. Several packages include a video recap of the trip and a pontoon boat return to the resort for post-rafting relaxation and a BBQ or communal meal. Guides and staff lead guests on river sections that vary by intensity, emphasizing safety and guided instruction tailored to each group's experience level. Bookings are available for groups and individuals, and many trips include safety briefings, lifejackets, and equipment suitable for varying river conditions and skill levels and on-site staff support.
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