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River Run Campground and RV Park.

Whitewater rafting, Ottawa Kayak School clinics, and lazy-river tubing on the Rocher Fendu section of the Ottawa River

River Run Campground and RV Park
01 — About

The brief.

River Run Campground and RV Park is a 165-acre adventure resort at 1260 Grants Settlement Road in Foresters Falls, Ontario, set on nearly 4,000 feet of Ottawa River shoreline with exclusive guest access to the 125-acre Ottawa River Provincial Park. The operation runs whitewater rafting in three intensity levels, Ottawa Kayak School (OKS) beginner and intermediate clinics, and a 3 km lazy-river tubing float on the Rocher Fendu (Split Rock) section — a dam-controlled stretch with high water volume even during summer lows and more than 175 islands between the put-in and the resort take-out. On-property camping, RV sites, and lodging (Hostel Cabin Mini, the Bay Side Cabin, and the 12-guest Manor / London House Inn) round out the resort. Office hours May–September are daily 8am–9pm.

02 — Programs

4. ways in.

  1. 01

    Beginner Kayak Clinics (Ottawa Kayak School)

    For: Beginners 13+, minimum 90 lbs, moderate-to-good swimming ability; teen guests require an adult 18+ on-siteWhen: June through October (warm-water months); year-round water due to dam control

    A whitewater kayak clinic run in partnership with Ottawa Kayak School (OKS) — instructors hand picked from around the world via OKS, on a program that takes participants from "never been in a kayak before" to running the Middle Channel of the Ottawa River. Includes full-day instruction, lunch at the riverside resort, and access to resort facilities (kayaks, SUPs, canoes). The Ottawa Kayak School has hosted the World Freestyle Kayak Championships three times.

    2-day $539; 3-day $719; 5-day $1,189 — lunches only included; +$10/person/day service charge and 13% HST

  2. 02

    Intermediate Kayak Clinics (Ottawa Kayak School)

    For: Paddlers 13+ with 60–70% proficiency on the whitewater roll; minimum 90 lbs; teen participants require an on-site guardian 18+When: Year-round water; June through October most popular for warm water

    Advanced paddling instruction on the Ottawa River with a choice of Main Channel (larger waves) or Middle Channel (lower volume). Includes full-day instruction, lunch at the resort, and access to resort facilities. Optional upgrades for camping, kayak rental, wetsuit, video/photos, and guide gratuity.

    2-day $599; 3-day $799; 5-day $1,375 — +$10/person/day service charge and 13% HST

  3. 03

    Whitewater Rafting (Three Trip Levels)

    For: Public; trip levels accommodate different preferences and skill levelsWhen: Contact for current season window

    The operator's headline product: whitewater rafting on the Rocher Fendu (Split Rock) section of the Ottawa River in three intensity levels — high, medium, or low. The section contains more than 175 islands between put-in and the resort take-out. Trip names, durations, and pricing are not published on the activity page; the operator directs all booking and rate inquiries to phone (1-800-267-8504) or email (trips@riverrunrafting.com).

    Contact for details

  4. 04

    River Tubing (Lazy River)

    For: Families and kids aged 3+When: Daily departures published

    A 3 km lazy-river float from Black's Rapid down to River Run Resort, approximately 3 hours depending on river and weather. Daily departures at 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 4:00 PM. Tube rental, life jacket, shuttle to the starting point, and a safety briefing are included; wetsuit rental is available on request.

    Contact for the base tubing rate; the operator notes that "all prices on tubing include $15/person/day park pass and 13% HST extra"

03 — Notable

Worth knowing.

  1. 01165-acre resort on the Ottawa River with nearly 4,000 ft of shoreline and exclusive guest access to the 125-acre Ottawa River Provincial ParkSource ↗
  2. 02Whitewater operates on the Rocher Fendu (Split Rock) section of the Ottawa River — dam-controlled with high water volume even during summer lows; more than 175 islands between put-in and resort take-outSource ↗
  3. 03Kayak School is operated in partnership with Ottawa Kayak School, which the operator notes has hosted the World Freestyle Kayak Championships three timesSource ↗
  4. 04Lazy-river tubing covers 3 km from Black's Rapid to River Run Resort with three daily departures at 10am, 1pm, and 4pmSource ↗
  5. 05Kayak clinics require minimum age 13, minimum 90 lbs, and (for intermediate) 60–70% roll proficiency — teen participants require an on-site adult guardian (18+)Source ↗
  6. 06On-property camping options include Paddlers Haven RV Sites (no hookups), Riverside Camping, Paddler Haven (shaded/quiet), and RV Camp Sites with hydro and water hookups (extra fee) for RVs up to 40 ftSource ↗
  7. 07On-property lodging: Hostel Cabin Mini, Bay Side Cabin (6 guests, waterfront with Ottawa River views), and The Manor / London House Inn (4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 12 guests)Source ↗
  8. 08Office hours: May–September daily 8am–9pm; October–April Monday–Friday 9am–6pm with Saturday hours starting March (9am–6pm)Source ↗
Today

Outside the door.

Air Quality
5
aqhi · moderate
UV Index
3.0
scale 0–11
Humidity
23%
relative
Wind
16 km/h
Northwest
Temp
+25°
H 25° · L 7°
Sun
05:20 / 20:49
15h 29m daylight
A
GOOD DAY TO BE OUTSIDE

25° with 16 km/h wind. Go enjoy it.

04 — Visit

Get in
touch.

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Phone (WhatsApp)
1-888-723-8669
Address
1260 Grants Settlement Road, Foresters Falls, ON K0J 1V0
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AER’s guide to River Run Campground and RV Park · Compiled from riverrunrafting.comLast verified 2026-06-01