Category: Outdoor Attractions

Mickey Creek Golf Club

Located in Campbell’s Bay in the heart of the Pontiac region, Mickey Creek Golf Club is a scenic public golf destination offering a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for golfers of all skill levels. Set among rolling countryside and natural forested landscapes, the course is known for its peaceful setting, well-maintained greens, and friendly, community-focused clubhouse experience. It’s a popular summer destination for both local players and visitors exploring the Ottawa Valley.

Location: 45 Chemin McCoshen, Campbell’s Bay, QC J0X 1K0

Pricing:

  • 9-hole green fees typically range from $20–$40 CAD (varies by season and time of day)
  • 18-hole play (when available) generally ranges from $30–$60 CAD
  • Cart rentals, memberships, and league fees available seasonally

Offerings:

  • 9-hole public golf course (with extended play options for 18 holes)
  • Driving range and practice putting green
  • Clubhouse with restaurant and bar service
  • Casual dining and post-round meals
  • Golf cart rentals and pull carts
  • Beginner-friendly and intermediate-friendly course layout
  • Seasonal leagues, tournaments, and community events
  • Scenic countryside views throughout the course

Mickey Creek Golf Club is especially known for its relaxed pace of play and approachable design, making it a great option for both new golfers and experienced players looking for a casual round. The course blends open fairways with natural elevation changes, offering a balance of challenge and enjoyment without being overly technical.

The on-site restaurant and bar add to the experience, serving as a social hub where golfers gather after their rounds. It operates seasonally alongside the course and occasionally hosts live music and community events, further reinforcing its role as a local gathering place.

Whether you’re looking for a casual round of golf, a friendly league night, or a relaxed afternoon in a scenic setting, Mickey Creek Golf Club offers an authentic Pontiac golf experience just a short drive from Wildwood.

Pure Conscience Farm (Ferme Pure Conscience)

Located in the rural countryside of Clarendon in the Pontiac region of Quebec, Pure Conscience Farm is a regenerative, family-run working farm dedicated to producing high-quality, ethically raised food. Known for its commitment to sustainability, animal welfare, and local food systems, the farm offers visitors a chance to experience agriculture in its most authentic form—where food is grown, raised, and prepared with care and transparency.

Location: 118 Chemin 7e Concession, Clarendon, QC J0X 2Y0

Pricing:

  • Farm visits: approximately $5 per person (children under 12 free)
  • Guided farm tours: approximately $25 per family (reservation required)
  • Farm-to-table dining experiences: pricing varies by seasonal event and menu
  • Products (meat, eggs, preserves, soap): individually priced at the farm boutique

Offerings:

  • Guided and self-guided farm tours
  • Yak farm experience (unique to the Pontiac region)
  • Free-range organic eggs and pasture-raised poultry
  • Grass-fed yak meat and specialty cuts
  • Farm-to-table “Table Champêtre” dining experiences
  • Seasonal farm events and private group bookings
  • On-site boutique (Ponti-Yak) with meats, eggs, honey, and preserves
  • Handmade natural soaps and body care products
  • RV stopover and farm stay accommodations (seasonal availability)

Pure Conscience Farm is best known for its rare yak-raising operation, making it one of the only farms in the region to offer locally produced yak meat alongside organic poultry and eggs. Visitors can tour the property, meet the animals, and learn about regenerative farming practices that emphasize biodiversity, soil health, and ethical animal care.

One of the farm’s signature experiences is its farm-to-table dinner series, where guests enjoy multi-course meals prepared using ingredients sourced directly from the farm and nearby producers. These events are designed to connect visitors to the land, the food, and the people behind it in a relaxed, communal setting.

Beyond food production, the farm also operates as a boutique destination for locally made products including meats, preserves, and handcrafted soaps, all reflecting the farm’s commitment to natural, low-intervention production methods.

Whether stopping in for a guided tour, attending a seasonal dinner, or picking up locally raised food, Pure Conscience Farm offers an immersive and meaningful taste of the Pontiac’s agricultural landscape.

Little Red Wagon Winery / Vignoble Petit Chariot Rouge

Located in the scenic rural countryside just outside Shawville, Quebec, Little Red Wagon Winery is a family-run boutique vineyard set on a historic fruit farm dating back to the 1940s. Surrounded by rolling fields and vineyard rows, this small estate winery is known for its relaxed atmosphere, handcrafted wines, and strong connection to local agriculture and community. Visitors are welcomed seasonally to enjoy tastings, live music, and a peaceful countryside experience in the heart of the Pontiac region.

Location: 165 Chemin de Calumet Ouest, Clarendon, QC J0X 2Y0

Pricing:

  • Wine tastings: typically $10–$20 CAD per person
  • Bottles: generally $18–$35 CAD, depending on varietal
  • Events and live music: pricing varies by season and performance

Offerings:

  • Small-batch estate wines made from cold-climate grape varietals
  • Wine tastings and cellar-door sales
  • Seasonal live music and outdoor events
  • Vineyard tours and countryside walking areas
  • Picnic-style outdoor seating among the vines
  • Local artisan products and seasonal goods
  • Private events and group bookings
  • Summer weekend opening hours with a relaxed farm-style setting

Little Red Wagon Winery is best known for its welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and its focus on small-scale, locally rooted winemaking. Guests can explore the vineyard, sample a rotating selection of wines, and enjoy the peaceful rural setting that defines the Pontiac wine experience. The property also hosts seasonal concerts and gatherings, often featuring local musicians and food vendors.

Beyond wine, the winery functions as a community gathering place where visitors can connect with local producers and experience the agricultural heritage of the region. The setting is intentionally unhurried, making it ideal for a leisurely afternoon tasting or a scenic stop while exploring the Ottawa Valley.

Whether you’re stopping in for a tasting flight, attending a summer event, or simply enjoying a glass outdoors among the vines, Little Red Wagon Winery offers an authentic and relaxed taste of rural Quebec wine country.

Esprit

Located in Mansfield-et-Pontefract, Quebec, along the world-famous Ottawa River, Esprit Whitewater Adventures offers exciting rafting experiences for beginners, families, and thrill-seekers alike. Just 30 minutes from Wildwood, Esprit is known for its unique “Two-Channel” rafting experience, allowing guests to tackle both the Middle and Main channels of the Ottawa River in a single day. 

Location: Mansfield-et-Pontefract, QC (Ottawa River Valley) 

Pricing:

  • Ottawa River Rafting Day Trip: From $174.50 CAD per adult
  • Youth (ages 7–11): From $99.50 CAD

Offerings:

  • Full-day whitewater rafting adventures
  • Family-friendly rafting experiences (ages 7+)
  • Riverboarding adventures
  • Rafting & Zipline packages
  • Rafting & Bungee packages
  • Canoeing and watersports experiences
  • Wilderness and river rescue training programs 

Each rafting trip includes certified guides, safety equipment, riverside lunch, and access to some of Canada’s most exciting rapids. Esprit also offers multi-day adventure packages that combine rafting with activities such as riverboarding, ziplining, and bungee jumping. 

For more information, visit Esprit Whitewater Adventures.

Skylight Drive-In

Address: 199 Forest Lea Rd, Pembroke, ON
Website: https://skylightdrivein.com/

This charming outdoor theatre has been delighting locals and visitors since 1954. Open seasonally from late May through Thanksgiving, it features a single screen showing double‑feature line-ups nightly—in summer, every night; early and late season, weekends only . Gates open about an hour before dusk, with audio conveniently broadcast via FM 106.7.

Why it’s a great outdoor outing:

  • Retro cinema fun: With room for around 350 cars, it’s one of the last true drive-ins in the region.
  • Family-friendly & pet-welcoming: Leashed pets are allowed, and there’s a snack bar plus a small play area for kids between films.
  • Simple pricing: Enjoy a flat “Carload Night” rate (~$25 for up to 6 people), or individual adult/youth tickets if preferred.
  • Nostalgic meets modern: They screen both recent blockbusters and beloved classics, blending old‑school charm with digital projection quality.

Parc des Chutes Coulonge

Address: 100 Prom. Du-Parc-des-Chutes, Mansfield-et-Pontefract, QC
Website: https://chutescoulonge.ca/

Parc des Chutes Coulonge offers an immersive blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and regional history—perfect for families, thrill-seekers, and anyone looking to unwind in the Quebec wilderness.

At the heart of the park is the Grandes Chutes, a dramatic 48 m waterfall plunging into a forested gorge. Scenic footbridges and lookout platforms grant incredible vantage points for photos and fresh-air moments. Winding trails (1–5 km loops) lead visitors past interpretive panels that trace the area’s rich legacy—from fur trade to log-driving—adding a cultural layer to every walk.

Adventure-lovers will find plenty to thrill them. The park’s tree-top aerial courses stretch across the gorge, and giant zip lines send you flying over the canyon with panoramic views below. For those seeking an extra rush, a 600 m via ferrata climbs along the sheer rock walls—perfect for climbers of different skill levels.

Families are well-catered to, too. A children’s playground, splash pad, and introductory obstacle courses keep younger visitors busy, and a on-site snack bar, picnic areas, and souvenir shop make it easy to spend a full day enjoying the park . Plus, with free parking, RV stopover options, pet-friendly grounds, and partial accessibility, it’s a low-hassle destination .

In addition to daytime exploration, Parc des Chutes Coulonge hosts seasonal events—from aerial adventure combos to winter snowshoe hikes.