Driftwood Provincial Park
Length of Trails: 3 km, 9.5 km Type of Trail: Forest Level of Difficulty: Moderate Special Features: Lookouts, swimming, wildlife, berries, fishing
Directions to Trails Driftwood Provincial Park is located on Hwy 17 at the northeast top of Renfrew County, 35 km north-west of Deep River, and 75 km from Pembroke. A day pass to the park costs $5.00; seniors receive free admission. The trails can be accessed from parking spots along the driveways, past the park office.
Description of Trails The extensive trail system invites exploration of the many types of terrain in the area - high eskers, rocky ridges, wetlands and both conifer and deciduous forests. There are lookouts at high points along the trails offering panoramic views of the Ottawa River and surrounding hills and forests. The trails are colour-coded with ribbon and an updated trail map is available from the park office. The Oak Uplands Hiking Trail consists of two loops which combine for a total of approximately 3 km. The Chevrier Creek Trails consists of two loops which combine for a total hike of approximately 9.5 km. Note: If you are interested in berries ask at the park office about the usually abundant crops of blueberries and raspberries