The Saugeen River offers one of Southern Ontario's most popular multi-day canoe routes, winding 102 km through charming small towns and scenic countryside from Hanover to Southampton. This family-friendly journey features gentle Class I-II rapids, making it ideal for beginners, with easy access, numerous outfitters, and convenient resupply options in riverside communities. The route showcases rolling farmland, clay bluffs home to kingfishers, and diverse wildlife including herons, deer, and beavers, with camping available at conservation areas and private campgrounds. Best enjoyed May through September when water levels are sufficient and weather is warm.
Saugeen River is estimated at Intermediate. Whitewater ratings are not exact: grades change with water level and season. Verify current conditions locally before you paddle.
The best time is May-September.
Saugeen River is located in the region of Canada.
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Conditions change with water level and season. Grades and positions are for planning, not navigation. Verify locally before you paddle. Terms of use
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