Cobden is a small community in the Township of Whitewater Region, in Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada.

It is located 95 kilometres (59 mi) northwest of Ottawa,[3] and roughly halfway between Renfrew and Pembroke on Highway 17.

The area around Cobden was originally inhabited by the Nibachis, a sub-division of the native, Algonquian speaking, tribes of North America.

The astrolabe eventually passed to Samuel V. Hoffman of the New York Historical Society in 1942, remained there for 47 years, and was acquired by the Department of Communications for the Canadian Museum of Civilization in 1989.

Although it cannot be conclusively proven that the astrolabe found near the Lake indeed belonged to Champlain, the following facts should be taken into consideration: Cobden's very existence is a circumstance of location.

Main Street has suffered worst from fire, including one in 1913 that destroyed the Cobden Sun building and many historical records.

Large blocks of ice ripped the dam apart, poured over Highway 17, and tore away sections of pavement.

The plant operator, Mr. Bill Wall, was stranded in the upper section of their house until flooding subsided.

[citation needed] Cobden is hosts its own annual fair, which is held in late August each year.

Established in 1854, the Cobden Fair offers several days of activities, which include exhibits, cattle, horse and sheep shows, midway rides and a demolition derby.

From May to October, located at the Cobden fairgrounds, it offers fresh local grown produce, homemade baking, and a wide assortment of crafts.

Overlooking Muskrat Lake, Cobden Park occupies what is thought to be where Champlain met the Native Chief Nibachis, as a plaque tha twas erected in the 1960s commemorates.

Located about 5 miles east of Cobden, Logos Land is a religious based water park.

Built on the site of the Astrolabe's discovery, it features five water slides, paddle boats, mini-golf and a representation of Noah's Ark.

A handmade wooden tribute to Mussie can be found in front of the local Home Hardware Store.