Almaguin Directory

South River

Almaguin Highlands, Ontario

Fast Facts

  • Northern gateway to Algonquin Park via Hwy 533
  • On the South River, a renowned canoe route
  • Historic lumber and railway town
  • Population: 1,060 (village)

Primary Industries

ForestryTourism & outfittersArts & culture

Regional Highlights

  • Eagle Lake narrows
  • Closest full-service village to Algonquin's northwest corner

Events

Craft Sale & Egg Hunt by The Homemade Haven Group

annual - Easter-season craft sale and egg hunt; the listed 2026 edition (April 4) has passed

South River Community Center, 1 Lincoln Ave

A craft sale featuring 20+ local vendors plus an egg hunt at the South River Community Center, presented by The Homemade Haven Group. The event poster lists Saturday, April 4, 9 am-2 pm (the site's own date field shows only a submission date), so the 2026 edition has already taken place.

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Businesses in South River — filter by category

All categoriesAccommodation & Camping(6)Automotive(10)Beauty & Spas(1)Community & Organizations(4)Contractors & Trades(21)Farms & Local Food(1)Health & Wellness(12)Home Services(2)Other Local Services(15)Professional Services(7)Recreation & Tourism(6)Restaurants & Food(38)Retail & Shopping(10)Trades & Industrial(3)

Agroff Electric

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 492-7790 Map ↗

Algonquin Fitness & Massage Therapy Centre

Health & Wellness · South River

While you are away from home you can receive a therapeutic relaxing massage, and/or keep up with your regular fitness regime. Our highly trained, professional RMT’s are waiting for you to arrive.

📞 (705) 386-7127 Map ↗

Algonquin Log Cabin and Cottages

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Voyageur Quest has offered Algonquin Park canoe and lodge based adventures since 1991. Our Algonquin Park 3 – 5 day canoe trips are a “best of Canada” Canadian Tourism Commission “signature experience” and focus on wildlife, camping, outstanding gourmet meals, superior guides and memorable campsites.

📞 416 486 3605 Map ↗

Algonquin Motel

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Welcome to the landmark Algonquin Motel located in South River. We have infused our own energy and artistic talents into the rooms and the grounds of this motel.

📞 (705) 386-2641 Map ↗

Algonquin Storage

Recreation & Tourism · South River

Storage services provider located on Ena Avenue in South River.

📞 (705) 990-0151 Map ↗

Almaguin Family Dental

Health & Wellness · South River

Dental practice led by Dr. Maiya Yokich offering general, pediatric and restorative dentistry, invisalign, and periodontal (gum) care.

📞 (705) 386-2318 Map ↗

Almaguin Psychotherapy

Health & Wellness · South River

Almaguin Psychotherapy is a client centered mental health practice dedicated to supporting children, teens, and families through life’s challenges. With over a decade of experience in the field, the practice offers compassionate, evidence based care tailored to each individual’s needs.

📞 7054933789 Map ↗

Almaguin Tree Service

Home Services · South River

Manufacturing & Forestry business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 499-0478 Map ↗

Almarah Technical Services

Contractors & Trades · South River

Technical services company serving the building and construction sector, based in South River.

📞 (705) 492-8328 Map ↗

Barn Door Furniture

Retail & Shopping · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 477-1113 Map ↗

Bean There Cafe

Restaurants & Food · South River

Cafe serving specialty coffees, lunch specials and desserts in South River.

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Beauty Bar by Kristina

Restaurants & Food · South River

Professional Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 705-840-3539 Map ↗

Beaver Lever Company

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 493-7697 Map ↗

Beaver Point BNB

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Bed and breakfast accommodation located on Ottawa Avenue in South River.

📞 705-386-8282 Map ↗

Bedard's Towning

Automotive · South River

Automotive business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0759 Map ↗

Bissonette Drilling and Blasting

Contractors & Trades · South River

With over 20 years experience in the drilling and blasting industry before starting his own company, Daryl offers insured work, competitive pricing, dedication and a solid work ethic in every job he takes on. Honest and reliable are just two of his best attributes.

📞 705-358-6386 Map ↗

Brennan's Hill Camping and Cabins

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Opening Spring 2023! Tranquil camping and cabins on large wooded private sites for families who want to get back to nature and disconnect.

📞 705-380-7072 Map ↗

Busch's Garage

Automotive · South River

Busch's Garage — Auto Repair Garages serving South River.

📞 705-386-0414 Map ↗

Canada Post

Other Local Services · South River

Canada Post postal outlet offering retail postal services in South River.

📞 705-386-2927 Map ↗

Childcare Resources

Other Local Services · South River

Licensed home child care provider administered through the Parry Sound District Social Services Administration Board.

📞 705-386-2552 Map ↗

Christian Horizons

Health & Wellness · South River

Organization providing residential accommodations and support services for people with developmental disabilities.

📞 705-386-2625 Map ↗

Corner Wines

Retail & Shopping · South River

Corner Wines make fine wines for our clients. Our wines are gold medal winners every year, and we strive to make sure that you get exactly what you want every single time.

📞 (705) 386-9463 Map ↗

Crystal Cave

Professional Services · South River

The Mineral Exhibit And Crystal Shoppe Are Open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm MINERAL EXHIBIT ADMISSION IS $5 (KIDS UNDER 12 ARE FREE) The Crystal Cave is a Mineral, Gem and Fossil Exhibit, Crystal Shoppe, Gallery, Learning Centre and Artisan Village

📞 (705) 386-7774 Map ↗

Deer Lake Wilderness Retreat

Restaurants & Food · South River

Imagine having time to reconnect with nature and with yourself. ​Deer Lake Wilderness Retreat is a glampground and retreat center located on over 10 acres in the scenic Almaguin Highlands. With just four sites to choose from, each one offers privacy while relaxing in rustic luxury.

📞 519-766-6602 Map ↗

Don Barr Steel Sales

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 723-8080 Map ↗

Dr. Foam Insulation

Contractors & Trades · South River

Dr. Foam Insulation — Spray Foam Insulation Contractors, Insulation Contractors, Insulation Materials, Blown Insulation serving South River.

📞 (705) 733-1163 Map ↗

Eagle Lake Golf Course

Restaurants & Food · South River

Eagle Lake is a challenging yet player friendly 10-hole golf course beautifully designed by nature where manicured bent grass greens await you. Don’t be surprised if you see moose, deer, fox, mink, beaver or a wide variety of other wild animals trying to share the course with you.

📞 (705) 386-0261 Map ↗

Eagle Lake Marine

Automotive · South River

Automotive business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 358-8579 Map ↗

Eagle Lake Narrows Country Store

Retail & Shopping · South River

Welcome to Eagle Lake Narrows Country Store. Located on Eagle Lake, just 12 km west of South River and on the NN430, we are conveniently located for all your outdoor adventure needs.

📞 (705) 386-0056 Map ↗

Employment North

Professional Services · South River

Employment North is an Employment Ontario Service Provider and part of the Employment Ontario network.

📞 (705) 384-1110 Map ↗

Foodland

Restaurants & Food · South River

Grocery store listed on the South River Businesses and Attractions map.

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Freshmart

Retail & Shopping · South River

Full-service grocery store on Highway 124 in South River selling produce and other retail goods.

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Griffith Bros Service Centre

Automotive · South River

Automotive service centre on Highway 124 providing vehicle repair, service and transportation-related services.

📞 (705) 386-2272 Map ↗

Guardian

Health & Wellness · South River

Guardian pharmacy listed on the South River Businesses and Attractions map.

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Gym 124

Health & Wellness · South River

Fitness gym offering a friendly, accessible space with drop-in and sign-up options for people starting or continuing their wellness journey.

📞 705-717-0408 Map ↗

Heartist

Professional Services · South River

Bookkeeping and Business Administration, Payroll and Human Resources, WSIB and Income Tax Preparation. Over 35 years experience in helping small businesses grow their business.

📞 (705) 207-3064 Map ↗

Heidi Scott RMT

Health & Wellness · South River

Registered massage therapist listed on the South River Businesses and Attractions map.

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Ian R. McNeil (bookkeeping)

Professional Services · South River

Real Estate & Financial Institutions business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-7032 Map ↗

Jim Moore Petroleum

Restaurants & Food · South River

Jim Moore Petroleum in South River and North Bay (head office) has complete dedication to great service. We have served homes, businesses, and commercial and retail outlets for over 50 years.

📞 705-384-7781 Map ↗

JWS Mechanical & Construction Inc.

Restaurants & Food · South River

JWS Mechanical & Construction Inc. — Air Conditioning Contractors, General Contractor, Heating and Air Conditioning, Excavating Contractors serving South River.

📞 (705) 845-6956 Map ↗

LCBO

Retail & Shopping · South River

Liquor Control Board of Ontario retail store selling liquor in South River.

📞 705-386-2541 Map ↗

LCBO - South River

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2541 Map ↗

MacFarlane Construction

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2538 Map ↗

Machar Township

Other Local Services · South River

Machar Township — Municipal Office serving South River.

📞 705-386-7741 Map ↗

Magic Scissors

Beauty & Spas · South River

Hairstylists business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0411 Map ↗

Mary's Hideaway - Four Season Rental

Restaurants & Food · South River

Come and explore the great outdoors at Mary’s Hideaway. Our property is situated on 50 acres of forest directly beside crown land.

📞 (705) 386-8407 Map ↗

Memere's

Restaurants & Food · South River

Restaurant ranked #2 of 5 restaurants in South River on Tripadvisor.

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Mikisew Provincial Park

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Mikisew Provincial Park is the perfect family camping destination. The park offers private sunny campsites with modern facilities in two campgrounds, near the shore of Eagle Lake.

📞 (705) 386-7762 Map ↗

Miniature Memories

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 471-0718 Map ↗

Moore Storage

Other Local Services · South River

Self-storage solutions on a monthly rental basis. 5x10, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 options available.

📞 249-573-0330 Map ↗

Nelson Stone Centre

Professional Services · South River

Stone and monument company providing retail and services, including monuments and stonework.

📞 705-386-2919 Map ↗

New Adventures in Sound Art (NAISA)

Restaurants & Food · South River

"NAISA is the acronym for New Adventures in Sound Art. Undertaking new adventures in sound and media art has been a focus for the organization since its founding in 2001.

📞 (705) 386-0880 Map ↗

Northern Edge Algonquin

Restaurants & Food · South River

Retreat centre near Algonquin Park offering accommodation, dining and group programming services.

📞 (888) 383-8320 Map ↗

Northern Homestead Contracting

Contractors & Trades · South River

Northern Homestead provides construction work, septic installation, maintenance and renovations in the areas around Eagle Lake, Deer Lake and Spring Lake west of South River.

📞 705-303-0007 Map ↗

Northern Wilderness Outfitters

Restaurants & Food · South River

Northern Wilderness Outfitters has been the number one choice for outfitting in Algonquin Park since 1968. We’ve developed strong, lasting relationships with our customers because we take care of everything they need for an unforgettable stay.

📞 705-471-9669 Map ↗

On Eagle's Wings

Other Local Services · South River

Accommodation at 30 Tebby Boulevard in South River, listed with BBCanada.

📞 705-386-7823 Map ↗

Outdoor Adventures ATV

Restaurants & Food · South River

Offers year-round guided ATV tours plus snowmobiling, snowshoeing, kayaking, ice fishing and winter RV/camping near Algonquin Park. A featured member of the Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce.

📞 (705) 331-0304 Map ↗

Pam Kelly Photography

Retail & Shopping · South River

Photography business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 471-9014 Map ↗

People's Value Store

Retail & Shopping · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0706 Map ↗

Preston Sand and Gravel

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-8077 Map ↗

Raney Funeral Chapel

Professional Services · South River

Funeral Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2624 Map ↗

Ray Coughlin Construction

Contractors & Trades · South River

With over 20 years of experience, call Ray at 705 386 0030 or 705 498 0031 to discuss how he can help with your construction projects. more... See more text

📞 705-386-0030 Map ↗

Rob Gilson Backhoeing

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0074 Map ↗

Rye Quarry & Stone

Contractors & Trades · South River

Construction business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2225 Map ↗

Saxon Electric

Contractors & Trades · South River

Licensed electrical contractor serving the building and construction sector.

📞 705-300-7828 Map ↗

Sherri's Diner

Restaurants & Food · South River

Diner on Hwy 124 beside the beer store, rated 4.5 on Tripadvisor.

📞 (705) 386-2490 Map ↗

South River Brewing Co.

Restaurants & Food · South River

Founded in 2009 and one of the original Northern Ontario breweries, we brew meticulously hand-made small batch craft beer utilizing locally foraged ingredients whenever possible. In recognition to all of the exceptional local support from the community, the brewery name was changed in 2020 to South River Brewing Company (formerly Highlander Brew Co.).

📞 (705) 792-0808 Map ↗

South RIver Buds

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 705-386-1264 Map ↗

South River Chip Stand

Restaurants & Food · South River

The South River Chip Stand is open seven days a week and serves up hotdogs, hamburgers, and poutines among other delicious food truck fare.

📞 (705) 386-9343 Map ↗

South River Curling Club

Restaurants & Food · South River

Community curling club offering sports and recreation on Lincoln Avenue in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2966 Map ↗

South River Freshmart

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0045 Map ↗

South River Indoor Golfers Club

Restaurants & Food · South River

The South River Indoor Golfers Club is a place to play golf indoors year round. With a state of the art golf simulator featuring over two dozen world class golf courses to play, as well as a three hole indoor putting green, golfers and those who wish to learn how to golf now have a place to play, practice and improve their golf game 365 days a year.

📞 (888) 535-7510 Map ↗

South River Kwik Way

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-0606 Map ↗

South River Planing Mill

Trades & Industrial · South River

Manufacturing & Forestry business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-7442 Map ↗

South River Scoops 'N' More

Restaurants & Food · South River

“South River Scoops ‘N’ More” Located at 281 Hwy 124 South River Exciting Dessert Menu Ice Cream, Sundaes, Milkshakes, Yogurt and more Baked Goods and More Lots of parking Animals Welcome

📞 705-386-2313 Map ↗

Stella Jones Inc.

Trades & Industrial · South River

Manufacturing & Forestry business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2371 Map ↗

Stewart Coughlin Riding Ranch

Restaurants & Food · South River

The Stewart Coughlin Riding Ranch has been serving the Almaguin Highlands area since 1960. Our focus is on family fun and we take great pride in accommodating everyone by having something for all ages to enjoy on their horseback riding adventure.

📞 (705) 386-7465 Map ↗

Studio by the Lake - Original Art

Restaurants & Food · South River

Original art by Marg Cunningham captures nature’s ever-changing shapes, textures, vibrant colours and moods. Each painting evokes a sensation or reflects a memory.

📞 (705) 386-2279 Map ↗

Swift Canoe & Kayak

Accommodation & Camping · South River

Sharing space with the South River Visitors Information Centre, this Swift Outdoor Centre location is often referred to as our “Factory Outlet”. The staff at this location hold a wealth of valuable information about paddling routes, camping spots and hidden gems of the area.

📞 (705) 386-1881 Map ↗

The Antler Farm

Recreation & Tourism · South River

A farm raising White-tailed deer in the heart of the Almaguin Highlands. Offering guided farm tours, and high-quality venison.

📞 (705) 498-7571 Map ↗

The Bear Chair Company

Health & Wellness · South River

The Bear Chair Company specialize in the production of quality pine and cedar Muskoka style outdoor furniture and is especially well known for our original and popular Bear Chair. In these days of environmental concern, Bear Chairs are a natural alternative to disposable plastic furniture.

📞 (705) 386-0757 Map ↗

The Beer Store

Retail & Shopping · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2322 Map ↗

The Red Canoe Family Restaurant

Restaurants & Food · South River

The Red Canoe Family Restaurant is conveniently located on Highway 124 in South River. Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Pizza Everything made FRESH!

📞 (705) 386-2002 Map ↗

The Shores of Deer Lake Lodge and Resort

Restaurants & Food · South River

The Shores of Deer Lake Nature Lodge & Resort offers newly renovated villas right on the beautiful shores of Deer Lake in South River. Each suite is well equipped with a full kitchen, dining area, living space, private bedroom and complete bathroom.

📞 (647) 267-5775 Map ↗

Voyageur Outfitting

Restaurants & Food · South River

Book canoes, guided trips or accommodation. Visit our Algonquin Wilderness Centre.

📞 647 478 - 2959 Map ↗

W.A Johnston Insurance

Professional Services · South River

Real Estate & Financial Institutions business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 (705) 386-2645 Map ↗

Warbler's Roost

Restaurants & Food · South River

Warbler’s Roost is a country inn on a beautiful 14-acre property in South River. We offer four rooms available for daily or weekly rentals with a continental breakfast set out in a large dining room overlooking Deer Lake.

📞 (705) 978-4231 Map ↗

Women's Own Resource Centre

Community & Organizations · South River

Resource centre providing services and support programs for women, located on Ottawa Avenue.

📞 (705) 386-9672 Map ↗

Yield of Dreams Hydroponics

Other Local Services · South River

Retail Sales & General Services business listed in the Explore Almaguin directory in South River.

📞 705-386-2689 Map ↗