[1] It is located approximately 195 kilometres (121 mi) southwest of Ottawa, and is situated in prime cottage country with many lakes surrounding it.

Plevna hosts a variety of cottage and cabin rentals as well as many options for camping.

Plevna is full of options for fishing, hunting, hiking and viewing Wildlife.

Every 3rd Sat of the month is Jack's Jam at the Clar Mill hall, a gathering of musicians from far and wide who come together for a potluck and a night of music.

Originally called Buckshot, the name had to be changed when the Post Office Department objected to it.