Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park
exclusive access
Located on historic Mattawa River fur trade route in the scenic Mattawa Valley
Great hiking trails with scenic views – outstanding fall colours
Voyageur adventure interpretive experience – try paddling a Voyageur canoe
New Mattawa River Visitor Centre (2011) depicting historical, cultural and natural features
Excellent opportunities for exploration by canoe
Natural Heritage Education programs for all ages
Special instructions
Canoo Members receive free day use entry into Ontario Parks. Please reserve your Daily Vehicle Permit (DVP) up to 5 days in advance for a guaranteed spot on this location at https://reservations.ontarioparks.com/ Buying Securing your permit in advance guarantees your spot. Online reservation instructions: 1.) Select Day Use 2.) Select Park and date and click “Search” 3.) Select an available date and click “Reserve” 4.) Review and acknowledge the Reservation Details and click “Confirm Reservation Details” 5.) Click “Proceed to Check-out” 6.) Sign in to Parks Ontario Parks or create an account 7.) Review and Confirm Policies 8.) Confirm Account Details 9.) Enter Occupant Details 10.) In step 4 – Additional Information – Please click on “Canoo Members” and finish filling out information about vehicle. 11.) In step 5 it will show your rate being $0.00 then you can click “Confirm Booking” When you arrive at park gatehouse, you will be required to show the Canoo app, an ID, and your online Ontario Parks confirmation. To validate your free entry, the park gatehouse personnel will either provide a 4-digit code that you will input on the Canoo App OR they will provide a QR code for you to scan on the Canoo app.