Fitzroy Provincial ParkFitzroy Provincial Park is an Ontario provincial park on the south shore of the Ottawa River near the community of Fitzroy Harbour. The park is known for its riverfront beach, boat launch, and picnic areas.
A mixture of day-use beaches, waterfront campsites and short hiking trails are the park’s primary attractions; many visitors use it for swimming, canoeing and fishing. Campsites and a staffed waterfront operate in the summer season.
The park was created and is managed by Ontario Parks to protect shoreline and provide recreation on the Ottawa River. Facilities and campground layouts have been developed for seasonal public use.
Sited on the Ottawa River roughly 40 km west of downtown Ottawa, the park sits at the edge of the Ottawa Valley and is accessed via local roads from nearby communities.
- Beaches and boating: Offers a sandy swim beach and boat access on the Ottawa River, with a staffed waterfront in summer.
- Camping and trails: Campground with backcountry and serviced sites plus trails for hiking and snowshoeing in winter.
Nearby Attractions to Fitzroy Provincial Park#
Best Time to Visit Fitzroy Provincial Park#
Best in summer for water activities and camping; autumn for quieter visits and fall colors.
Weather & Climate near Fitzroy Provincial Park#
Fitzroy Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (855 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -17° - -7° | -18° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -16° - -5° | -16° | 49 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -9° - 1° | -9° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -1° - 9° | 1° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 6° - 18° | 12° | 77 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 79 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 14° - 26° | 20° | 89 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 25° | 19° | 83 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 20° | 15° | 81 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 3° - 13° | 6° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 5° | -2° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -11° - -3° | -12° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Fitzroy Provincial Park#
Fitzroy Provincial Park is near Westport, Ontario. From Kingston or Ottawa follow provincial highways to local roads signed for Westport and Fitzroy; parking and a campground are on site.
Tips for Visiting Fitzroy Provincial Park#
- Hike the lakeshore trails early to enjoy quiet views and to avoid afternoon winds on open water.
- Check for tick activity in warmer months and wear light-colored socks to make ticks easier to spot.
- If camping, reserve sites well in advance for summer weekends.