Instant Camping

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We have introduced Instant Camping as a way for first time campers to experience the great outdoors at Crysler Park Marina and Riverside-Cedar Campground.  It's also a great way to rediscover camping in a tent - with a few luxuries, a lot less hassle, and not much camping gear.

What you can expect to find at your Instant Campsite:

  • Tent (set up is complete on raised wooden platform)
  • Fire pit complete with cooking grill
  • Picnic table

RESERVATION 

Riverside-Cedar Campgroundt this time we cannot take online reservations for Instant Campsites. Reserve your Instant Campsite by calling Crysler Park Marina directly at 613-543-3254 or Riverside-Cedar Campground at 613-543-3287.

Reservation policy and fees.

We recommend that you bring a sleeping bag or warm blankets, pillows and a sleeping mat or air mattress (don't forget the pump) towels and a beach towel. If you are planning to prepare your meals at your campsite, you should also bring cooking utensils and food items as appropriate. If not, there are restaurants nearby. Here is a comprehensive list of suggested items which you can modify to suit your needs and length of stay:

FOR THE FIRST TIME CAMPER

If you are a first time camper, and you aren't sure what you need to bring, it's pretty similar to any vacation or overnight trip with a few exceptions taking into consideration the outdoor nature of your experience. Click below on the headings for our suggestions of additional items to bring.

Many of the above- mentioned items are available for purchase at the Crysler Park Marina store.

Crysler Park Marina provides a scenic location along an inlet with a number of amenities right at your doorstep. Washrooms and showers are located close to the campsites. The OPG Community Pavilion has activities such as movie nights and live entertainment on select nights. Plus, there is the fully licensed Marker 72 Dockside Patio just steps away.

Riverside-Cedar Campground is located on County Road 2 just minutes from both Crysler Park Marina and Upper Canada Village. Offering showers, recreational activities including volleyball, basketball, canoe rentals, boat launching, children's programs, swimming and more, you are sure to enjoy your stay. Internet access is available at both Riverside Cedar Park and Crysler Park Marina.

Come Eat, Play and Stay With Us!!!!! It's Easier than you Think!!!!

CAMPING CHECKLIST

Clothing

Swimwear
Shorts and t-shirts
Long sleeve shirts
Sweat shirt and sweat pants (long pants)
Extra socks
Rain gear
Footwear (sneakers, sandals, rain boots)
Sunglasses

Bedding and Linens

Sleeping Bags and/or warm blankets
Pillows
Sleeping mat (foam or air filled, bring pump)
Towels and wash clothes
Beach towels

Kitchen/Cooking Items

Food (include seasonings, salt and pepper and condiments)
Cooler and/or ice box
Large water container (2-5 gallon)
Water bottles/canteen
Cooking pots, frying pan, stove top kettle
BBQ utensils, hotdog and marshmallow sticks, oven mitts
Mugs/cups, plates, utensils, napkins/paper towels
Can opener, bottle opener, corkscrew
Insulated food containers, aluminum foil
Plastic food bags (variety of sizes), garbage bags
Dish Pan and/or drying rack, dish soap, dish clothes and tea towels

Toiletries

Toothpaste and tooth brush
Hairbrush and/or comb
Soap
Shampoo and conditioner
Sun screen (30+ SPF, waterproof) and lip gloss
Insect repellent

Other/Miscellaneous Items

First aid kit
Tylenol/Allergy medications
Flashlights (bring extra batteries)
Citronella candles (for outside)
Matches and/or lighter, newspaper (for campfire)
Utility knife
Lawn Chairs
Pen and paper, board games, deck of cards, books
Small broom
Camera, binoculars, fishing gear (if you like. Don't forget your fishing permit though)

Many of the above-mentioned items are available for purchase at the Crysler Park Marina store.