We are fortunate to live within close proximity to Wilber Lake and the beautiful Bonnechere River that flows through the heart of Renfrew County.

The picture above was taken in the early morning from the top of the hill overlooking Wilber Lake and the Bonnechere River. The picture below shows a late afternoon close-up of the same location.

Remnants of an old, unexposed rock weir, visible only as a ripple across the surface of the water slows the flow at the south eastern confluence of Wilber Lake and the Bonnechere River as the river tumbles and winds its way downstream toward the village of Eganville.

If you are considering a fun and informative vacation in this area, take a minute to visit the Friends of Bonnechere Park website. This is an amazing site chock full of great information and resources for teachers, tourists, residents and locals interested in the history, culture and heritage of this area.

Renfrew County at any time of the year is a photographer’s paradise. Autumn in “The Valley” on a sunny crisp day is just a little bit of heaven here on earth! The colors are glorious; the scenery – spectacular!

This picture was taken along the beautiful Bonnechere River shoreline in North Algona, Wilberforce Township just upstream from the Village of Eganville. The Bonnechere River flows through the heart of the Ottawa Valley and is now under the watchful eye of the Bonnechere River Watershed Project.