Petrie Island Beach - Where Beavers & Birds Become Friends!

Just a 20-30 min drive from downtown Ottawa lies this wildlife wonderland – Petrie Island Beach! ☁️ Even on cloudy days, its magic shines through. 🌊 Wildlife Encounters of the Best Kind! 🦫 Spotting Beavers & Muskrats – Saw one swimming gracefully in the wild – pure luck! 🕊️ Bird Paradise – Got mobbed by curious seagulls up close (bring crackers – they’ll eat from your hand! ✋). 🌿 Serene Trails – Easy, scenic walks with spring's first green whispers. 📍 Pro Tips for Your Visit: ✅ Waterproof shoes – Trails near the shore get muddy! ✅ Bird snacks = VIP ticket to Disney-level bird interactions � ✅ Best time: Early morning/evening for active wildlife. #OttawaNature #WildOttawa #BeaverSpotting #HikingOttawa #PetrieIsland #CanadaWildlife #ExploreOntario