Cardinal / Ottawa South KOA

Village of Cardinal

Rich in history, the township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal in Eastern Ontario sits just north of the St. Lawrence River.  Cardinal is central to many historical sites, attractions and museums.

Boldt Castle

Boldt Castle is located in the 1000 Islands region of the St. Lawrence River.   At the turn of the century, the castle costs $2.5 million to construct and later over $10 million to restore.  It was built by George Boldt as a testament of love for his wife Louise.   Never occupied, construction was halted the day she died in 1904.   The castle is an opulent love story, even being built on Heart Island which Boldt made into the shape of a heart through fill he brought in by boat.

Ottawa

The campground is just an hour away from Ottawa, Canada's national capital.    Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal and the National Gallery of Canada are just a few of the many attractions the city offers.   Learn more at the city's official tourism site.

Upper Canada Village

The Upper Canada Village represents Canada in 1860 and features authentic heritage homes that were relocated during construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway.    All homes are staffed by "residents" in period costume, living and working with the routines of the day.    Discount tickets available for campers at the KOA registration desk.     Located east of Morrisburg, approximately 20 minutes from the Cardinal.

Iroquois Seaway Locks

Watch boats travel from the Great Lakes to Montreal or on to the Atlantic Ocean!   Depending on water levels, boats are raised from 2" to 6’ in the Iroquois Seaway Locks.   Last year's traffic included tall ships, Bluenose II, freighters, frigates, naval vessels and even a canoe!

St. Lawrence and 1000 Islands Boat Tours.

Travel the St. Lawrence as your tour guide relates the history of the wars against the United States as well as the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway when entire towns were relocated to allow boats in and out of the Great Lakes.   Tickets available at the Upper Canada Village in Morrisburg.     Or tour the 1000 Islands via boat as well on one of two major lines.   The cruises from Brockville take visitors to Jorstadt Castle and the cruises from Gananoque will dock at the famous Boldt Castle.

Prehistoric World

Take the whole family and visit reproduced full size prehistoric animals displayed in realistic settings at Prehistoric World.  The largest sculpture, a Brontosaurus, is 24 metres (80 feet) long with a head reaching 6.6 metres (22 feet) into the air.  In addition to dinosaurs, the park also has a number of prehistoric mammals, such as a Woolly Mammoth, and a fossil dig where children can find dinosaur bones.  Located in Morrisburg, Ontario, approximately 20 minutes from Cardinal.

St. Lawrence Scuba Diving

The nearby St. Lawrence river provides crystal clear water and excellent conditions for underwater adventure.   In Brockville, visit the Sea and Sky Scuba Dive Shop and Seeway Vision Dive Charter Service for instruction, gear and staff awaiting to help you explore the shipwrecks in the area.

New Cabins - Opening for the July 1st Long Weekend

We're expanding! This spring we are adding three one room cabins with washrooms and A/C. These are the perfect size for a couple or small family. We add these to our existing cabin inventory of three camping cabins and two lodges/deluxe cabins. Try something new...spend a weekend in our convenient and affordable KOA Cabins. Or, bring along family and friends who may not have an RV the next time you come to see us at the campground. Cabins are a great way to share KOA with others!

Now Booking for the 2013 Camping Season

We are now taking reservations for the 2013 camping season! Be sure to book early to guarantee a spot for our busy weekends. If you would like to reserve a specific site please call the office to have it blocked for you.

We are already planning more changes over the winter to make the 2013 season even better.

Over $18,000 Raised for Care Camps in 2011!

Last season we raised $18,750 for the KOA Care Camps foundation through activities on our campground. We are a proud supporter of KOA Care Camps which provides financial support to more than 43 special nonprofit camps across North America for children with cancer. During our first season seven years ago, we brought in $1,530 and each year that amount has grown through the support of our great camping guests. This year, our goal is $20,000! Come join us in making a difference!

May 12-13: The "Big Weekend"

This weekend is dedicated to raising funds to help send kids with cancer to camp.  Funds raised in Ontario are donated to Camp Trillium.   Stay on Friday night and receive your Saturday night free.   In exchange we ask for your financial support for this special KOA charity.

May 18-20: Victoria Day Weekend

Celebrate our first long weekend of the camping season and enjoy two full days of activities topped off with our famous fireworks!

May 25-26: Kids Rule Weekend

Kids are the boss on Saturday!  Activities, games, and even the movie - all kids choice!

June 1-2: Big Race Weekend

Race, Race, Race!    Join in on relay race fun on everything ranging from bouncing balls to inflatable horses.   Race up and down the campground rows on peddle bikes and more!

June 8-9: Candyland

Bring your sweet tooth!   Enjoy candy all weekend long with candy crafts, activities and a candy-themed movie.

June 15-16: Father's Day Weekend

Celebrate Dad!  Plenty of fun for the whole family including kids vs. dads competitions and a Father's Day breakfast.

June 22-23: Mardi Gras

Bring your bikes and join the Mardi Gras parade!    Kozzy Bear leads our campground parade filled with decorated bikes and golf carts...and of course plenty of Mardi Gras beads and coins.

June 29-July 1: Canada Day

Bring your red and white spirit!  Double the fun on this long weekend.  Celebrate Canada in our Canada Day parade and join us for a pot-luck and fireworks!

July 6-7: Wet & Wacky

Bring your bathing suits and water guns!    Pool games, water fights and fun on the splash pad all weekend long.   This year, our new inflatable water slide is also added to the mix for plenty of wet and wild fun!

July 14-15: Pirate Weekend

Ahoy, mateys!   This weekend is one of our favourite events - join the Cardinal pirates for treasure hunts, sword fighting, parades and more!

July 20-21: Christmas in July

Christmas comes to the campground early!    Visit with Santa, enjoy a horse drawn wagon ride and indulge in Dan's famous turkey dinner with all the trimmings.    Decorate your rig and join in our camper-voted competition for the most festive site!

July 27-28: Wild West

Giddy-up for a cowboy good time!   Dress in western wear and participate in our rodeo complete with inflatable horse races and lasso competitions.    Western movie featured on Saturday night.

Aug. 3-5: Civic Holiday

Relax and enjoy the long weekend.    Join us for a BBQ and pot-luck and two days of our popular activities including our hayrides and games.

Aug. 10-11: Carnival Weekend

Games, clowns, and cotton candy...oh my!   Our Carnival Weekend is fun for everyone!