fitzroy
Ontario Parkswhat to expect
Located at the intersection of the Carp and Ottawa Rivers about an hour outside of Ottawa, Fitzroy Provincial Park is ideal for families and those who love fishing.
The Day Use area has a sandy beach, flush toilets, picnic tables, and plenty of parking. There is also a playground, volleyball court, and grassy field for soccer or frisbee in this area. The park store offers canoe, kayak, and paddle board rentals plus camping supplies, ice, firewood, groceries, and ice cream. Fitzroy also has two great hiking trails with interpretive brochures. The Discovery program is a great opportunity for the whole family to learn about the park's natural environment.
Two campgrounds offer electrical, non-electrical, and waterfront sites. Two Rivers Campground has a small beach that is g…
the basics
what to know
updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
what to bring
this list adapts to fitzroy. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;
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common questions about fitzroy
- how far is fitzroy from edmonton?
- Fitzroy Provincial Park is 2799 km from Edmonton — approximately a 37.3-hour drive on highway routes.
- do you need reservations at fitzroy?
- Yes. Fitzroy Provincial Park is operated by Ontario Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
- when is the best time to camp at fitzroy?
- Peak season at Fitzroy Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jun through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.
nearby places
within ~100 km of fitzroy.
want to camp at fitzroy?
Cancellation alerts are coming. We’ll email when sites open up at this park.
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Provincial parks rely on volunteer stewards for trail maintenance, beach clean-ups, and shoulder-season hosting. Most parks run programs through their park association.
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