Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park
Park River provincial park protecting rapids, canoe routes
River corridor park in Ontario protecting sections of the Madawaska River used for canoeing, whitewater paddling, fishing and backcountry camping amid mixed forests.
Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park is a protected waterway-class provincial park in Ontario that conserves a stretch of the Madawaska River corridor. It is managed to protect natural values while supporting river-based recreation.
The area was designated to protect the Madawaska River corridor and its natural and recreational values and to maintain a continuous route for paddling and conservation along the river.
The park lies along the Madawaska River in eastern Ontario and protects riverine habitat and recreation corridors in that region.
- Recreation and conservation: The park protects a corridor of the Madawaska River and is used for paddling, whitewater recreation, and backcountry camping along the river route.
How to Get to Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park #
Access points are along county roads and forest service roads in Renfrew County; the nearest larger towns are Barry’s Bay and Whitney. Expect unpaved roads and limited signage - a 4x4 may be advisable in wet conditions.
Tips for Visiting Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park #
- Bring a detailed topographic map and insect repellant; sections of the park are remote and mosquitoes can be heavy in summer.
- Plan canoe routes in advance; launch points are limited and some stretches have rapids requiring portages.
- Cell service is sparse; inform someone of trip plans and expected return times.
Best Time to Visit Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park #
A river corridor park best visited in summer for paddling and camping; shoulder seasons offer quiet but more challenging conditions.
Weather & Climate near Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park #
Upper Madawaska River Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (875 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
