Petawawa River, Algonquin Park, Ontario (Black Feather)
Petawawa River, Algonquin Park, Ontario (Black Feather)
Petawawa River, Algonquin Park, Ontario (Black Feather)
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Algonquin Parkʼs Petawawa River is a wonderful run of Class 1 to III rapids. We’ll start with river running and safety instruction at Lake Travers, then head 50 km downstream to McManus Lake. Rocky rapids such as Crooked Chute, Rollway Rapids, and The Natch offer countless opportunities for excitement and challenge. With coaching and instruction from our excellent guides, your skills and confidence will grow throughout the expedition. Flowing eastward across the more remote top of the park, the Petawawa combines Algonquin wilderness and a challenging whitewater experience.

The earlier trip will find exciting high water, while August and September paddlers will enjoy a more relaxed river with warm water and lazy summer days.

Want to Learn More?

Click here to access a detailed trip package with an itinerary and a full list of inclusions and exclusions for our 4 day trip. For more information on our 5 day trip, click here. To access a recommended packing list for both trips, click here.

Dates, Rates & Availability

Prices listed are per person. All trips listed are tentative until confirmed by the Black Feather Office. Click here for our booking, payment and cancellation policies. Please contact us to be put onto a waiting list if your desired trip is full.

Dates Trip Fee Availability
Wed. Aug 27 - Sat. Aug 30, 2025 $2,295 CAD 4 day trip* Book Now
Tues. Sept 2 - Sat. Sept 6, 2025 $2,495 CAD 5 day trip* Book Now
Wed. Aug 26 - Sat. Aug 29, 2026 $2,295 CAD 4 day trip *pricing until Dec 31* Coming Soon
Tues. Sept 1 - Sat. Sept 5, 2026 $2,495 CAD 5 day trip *pricing until Dec 31* Coming Soon

Petawawa October 2020 with Black Feather

What's included

Map

Guides

  • 6:1 ratio
Meals

Meals

  • all meals and snacks from Day 1 lunch till the final day’s lunch
Equipment

Canoeing Equipment

  • 17’ Prospector expedition canoes
  • paddles, PFDs, throw bags, paddling helmets
Camping

Camping Equipment

  • tents – free standing expedition dome tents – 2 per tent
  • ‘kitchen’ – tarp, fire box, cooking stoves, utensils, dishes, etc
  • containers for food and group equipment
Safety

Safety Equipment

  • first aid, safety, river rescue, and repair kits
  • communications equipment (satellite phone)
Van

Local Transportation

  • transportation of guides, group gear, canoes, etc. to and from trip
  • van shuttle from McManus Lake to Lake Travers on Day 1
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Park Fees

  • Algonquin Park camping fees, etc. include parking at our take-out point (McManus Lake) during the trip.

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