Westmeath

Natural Features

This former channel of the Ottawa River consists mainly of an active sandspit that encloses Bellows Bay. A sandy point and beach ridges are also found here. Waterfowl, shorebirds, and turtles nest in this habitat which is also an important site for migrating birds.

Park Facilities and Activities

There are no visitor facilities. However, hiking, boating, swimming and nature study may still be enjoyed.

Location: On Bellows Bay, Lower Allumette Lake (in the Ottawa Valley), about 25 km east of Pembroke. From the junction of county roads 12 and 31, drive east 4.5 km along unsurfaced access road.

Park Class	Size	IUCN#	Location	Operating Park
Natural Environment	610 ha	2	Central	No

For more information:
Bonnechere Provincial Park
PO Box 220, Pembroke, ON
K8A 6X4
(613) 757-2103

Last Modified: January 5, 2004
Queen's Printer for Ontario, 2008