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Long Sault Parkway/Woodlands Campground
Overview
Woodlands Campground is a prominent destination within the iconic Long Sault Parkway, a scenic drive that connects a chain of eleven islands on the St. Lawrence River. As one of the largest campgrounds in the St. Lawrence Parks system, it offers a serene escape defined by mature forest canopies and immediate access to the waterfront. The park provides a blend of traditional camping and modern conveniences, making it a reliable staple for RVers exploring the beauty of Eastern Ontario.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just outside Ingleside, ON, the campground is positioned on Hoople Island, offering a unique geographical setting where visitors are never far from the riverbanks. The surrounding area is characterized by the historic legacy of the Lost Villages, which were flooded during the Seaway construction. Today, the landscape is lush and tranquil, providing a secluded island atmosphere that feels remarkably removed from the hustle of the nearby Highway 401 corridor.
Amenities & Park Features
The park caters to various camping styles with a mix of basic and serviced sites. RV travelers can find 30-amp electrical and water hookups to ensure a comfortable stay. Essential facilities include clean comfort stations with laundry and showers, while the private sandy beach serves as a central gathering point for families. The park also features a boat launch, allowing visitors to easily bring their watercraft to explore the surrounding river channels.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor recreation is the primary draw, with the Waterfront Trail providing miles of paved paths for cyclists and joggers along the river. Just a short drive away is Upper Canada Village, a renowned living history museum that offers an immersive glimpse into 1860s life. Anglers will appreciate the diverse fish populations in the St. Lawrence, while the parkway itself is famous for its sunset views and excellent birdwatching opportunities.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is ideal for nature-loving families who enjoy spending their days outdoors and their evenings by a campfire. Because of its spacious sites and scenic roads, it is also a fantastic choice for long-haul RV travelers looking for a picturesque and quiet stopover between Montreal and Toronto. If you prefer a tranquil, water-focused environment over a high-density commercial resort, Woodlands Campground offers the perfect balance of natural beauty and accessibility.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
kevin racine
It's a beautiful campground, but the sites are really uneven and slanted. If you are lucky enough to have LOTS of stabilizer pads or wood pieces you might be able to level however if your entry door is at the low end you will need temporary steps just to reach your rv steps since your grade will be too steep. I thought I was passing for a groomed site otherwise I would have just gone camping on crown land for free. I'm very disappointed with their lack of maintaining the gravel the camper suits on!
Louisa Szymanski
Such a beautiful campground!! My friend and I stayed in the west campground which was amazing. Plus the water is really shallow and warm and you can go wading out quite far. The sites on the eastern portion of the west campground are fairly sloped, so keep that in mind, but we were still able to find a relatively flat spot to set up our tents. Honestly, it's not a bad thing because if it rains, then the water just runs down to the river instead of pooling on the ground (and there was quite a bad thunderstorm while we were there). We were at site 22 and it was absolutely huge. We set up our tents in one area of the site and parked the car in the other, and we still could have had room for several more tents or anything else. There's no electric service at the waterfront sites though. We didn't need it, but if you do then that's something to consider. One thing of note is that there were a TON of spiders. Like I've never seen so many in one place before. They were seriously everywhere. However, they were mostly pretty small, and they weren't interested in bothering us. There weren't too many mosquitoes, so I can only assume that the spiders ate them all.
Lisa Elminowski
Clean facilities, well-maintained sites, plenty of water access for canoeing or kayaking, and a small beach (separate from public access beach). Simple, functional, affordable, and highly underrated (busy on weekends, but nearly empty during the week in July).
Mich
the camp site was alright, there were lots of rules in terms of where tents and trailers could be placed, which forced us out of our reserved lot and had us basically camping on top of the trailer beside us. i did not interact with the staff however my party did not have good experiences. other than that the weekend was nice and relaxing, the campground itself was quiet.
Meagan Brodie
Very open campground (feels like camping in the middle of normal park) with small sites. On the west side, many sites were very sloped - we did not have a flat spot for our tent and had to move sites. The size meant setting up right next to the car, the road, or the fire pit - and no privacy from neighbouring sites. A few sites on the water looked lovely, but still too small once a car was on there. While the place itself seemed to be very well maintained, the beach was in poor shape and it's a bad swimming spot (murkey, swampy, full of geese) - nothing can be done about this, but manage your expectations.
