Located in L'Orignal Park on the Ottawa River, the municipal boat launch is open to all.
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Municipal Boat Launch
Status: Open from April 16th until October 31st
Location: 772 Front Road, L'Orignal, ON
Access: Free access for everyone - for small boats
Located at L'Orignal Park, the boat launch allows boaters to get their small boats into the water. It's a simple, quick and efficient way to practice your water sports! There is no charge for launching, but there is limited parking. Due to heavy current, rocks, and shallow water, only experienced boaters are recommended.
Township offers parking for vehicles and their trailers in a parking lot that is shared with all beach and park users.
Use extreme caution when boating on the Ottawa River. There can be a lot of traffic on the river on weekends. Also, the swimming area of the beach is located near the boat launch, so please leave the dock slowly.
The dock is installed in the spring when the river level is at the right level. In order to ensure the safety of all, we ask users to respect the following rules:
- Swimming, diving, and fishing from the docks are prohibited.
- No boat storage.
- Mooring a boat at night is prohibited.
- Boats cannot be moored for long periods of time. The time limit is 15 minutes.
- Share the waterway with human-powered boats (canoe, kayak, paddle board, etc.).
- Respect the navigation rules and navigate at a reasonable speed.
- Under no circumstances will the Township assume any civil liability attributable to users.
If you wish to report a problem or a concern, please fill out an online Service Request.
Marina
Location: 69 Wharf Street, L'Orignal, ON
L’Orignal Marina is located on the Ottawa River, half way between Ottawa and Montreal. The marina will be operated by the Township of Champlain as of the 2026 boating season. For more information concerning seasonal rentals or services offered, p[lease contact us at inforecreation@champlain.ca
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