Overview
Pembroke serves as the eastern gateway to Algonquin Provincial Park, a 40 km drive west along the Trans-Canada Highway. The city of 14,000 (2021) sits in Ontario's Ottawa Valley near the Quebec border, offering pioneer heritage museums, waterfront trails along the Ottawa River, and access to whitewater rafting, kayaking, and provincial park camping.
Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Hotels cluster along International Dr and Pembroke St E. Seasonal camping at Riverside Park ($26-32) runs Victoria Day to Thanksgiving. Budget lodge and camping at Algonquin Portage outside town.
Connectivity
Pembroke Public Library at 237 Victoria St offers free Wi-Fi and computer terminals. Many hotels provide Wi-Fi. Mobile coverage available from Canadian carriers.
Money
Local currency is Canadian dollars (CAD). Major credit cards accepted at hotels and larger establishments. ATMs available at banks along Pembroke St.
Transport
Ontario Northland provides intercity bus service. The Trans-Canada Highway (Ontario 17) runs through Pembroke. Ottawa River Transit offers on-demand local bus service. Taxi service available via Danny's Taxi.