Warsaw Caves and Beavermead campgrounds open for the 2018 season on May 11

Family-friendly campgrounds in Warsaw and Peterborough offer range of amenities, activities, and special events

Kids enjoying camping at Beavermead Campground in Peterborough. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)
Kids enjoying camping at Beavermead Campground in Peterborough. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)

In another sign that spring is finally here, Otonabee Conservation will be opening the gates at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground and Beavermead Campground on Friday, May 11th.

The two campgrounds offer family-friendly camping in two very different settings — the Warsaw Caves campground is nestled in the Indian River valley while the Beavermead Campground is located a short walk from Little Lake in the heart of Peterborough.

The Warsaw Caves campground is nestled in the Indian River valley. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)
The Warsaw Caves campground is nestled in the Indian River valley. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)

Both campgrounds offer recreational activities such as hiking, swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and — at Warsaw Caves — spelunking.

Otonabee Conservation is offering even more nature-related events in 2018 — part of its popular Discovery Days program — including wildlife species demonstrations (birds of prey, snakes and turtles), fishing workshops, paddling tours, and yoga in the park. The activities are included with admission or with a season pass.

Beavermead Campground in Peterborough offers 95 camp sites, most with hydro and water hook-up. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)
Beavermead Campground in Peterborough offers 95 camp sites, most with hydro and water hook-up. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)

To learn more about campground fees, amenities and recreational activities available, as well as the Discovery Days schedule, visit www.otonabeeconservation.com.

Otonabee Conservation owns and operates the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground, which first opened its gates to the public in 1964. Beavermead Campground is owned by the City of Peterborough and has been operated by Otonabee Conservation since 2013.

Spelunking (cave exploring) is a unique activity available at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)
Spelunking (cave exploring) is a unique activity available at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Campground. (Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation)