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Welcome To The Upper French River Cottagers' Association Website

The Upper French River lies between Lake Nipissing and the Chaudiere Dams at Dokis First Nation. It is part of the French River which flows from Lake Nipissing to Georgian Bay. The Upper French River is home to the citizens of Dokis First Nation, the summer residence of hundreds of cottagers and a vacation destination.

The French River is a historic First Nation and fur trade canoe route that contributed significantly to the opening and settlement of Western Canada. It is a Provincial Park and one of Canada's Heritage Rivers.

Go to our News & Events page for the latest on issues related to the Upper French River

Read the spring 2024 update letter from UFRCA President, Amanda Mainville, here.

Current memberships will expire June 30th. We've launched our 2024 membership campaign. To renew, click here to be transferred to our online 2024/25 membership form. Not a member and want to join, check out the benefits of being a UFRCA member or click here to be transferred to our 2024/25 membership form.

As of May 2nd, water levels on the UPPER FRENCH RIVER were approximately 6 inches below 2019 high-water marks. Check out this latest bulletin report. The bulletin refers to two locations as being on the 'Upper French River' but they are below the Chandler Dams. *

A copy of the latest Emergency and Important phone number list is available here. Print a copy and keep it handy for easy access.

UFRCA has rejoined FOCA (Federation of Ontario Cottage Associations). Details of the benefits UFRCA members will enjoy to follow soon.

Recent news reports carry predictions for another active wildfire season. Click here to go to our fire smart information page.

Website Navigation Changes. Previous menu tabs Weather and Water have been consolidated under the Environment tab. A new Membership tab has been added along with Fishing.

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