Once the summer home of Canada's longest-serving prime minister, this 231-hectare (571 acre) property in Gatineau Park welcomes visitors to enjoy lunch, special activities, lush gardens, wooded trails and more.
Hike, bike, cross-country ski, learn about nature and visit heritage sites in this environmental gem, which encircles Ottawa with 20,000 hectares (almost 50,000 acres) of wetlands, woods and other unspoiled green spaces.
Discover fascinating wilderness in ’the National Capital Greenbelt's 16 conservation and recreation areas, conveniently located inside the city limits. In Stony Swamp, see historical ruins along the Lime Kiln Trail, or look for barred owls and black-backed woodpeckers along the Jack Pine Trail. Hike over 20 kilometres (12 miles) of scenic routes—including a 1.2-kilometre (0.7 mile) accessible boardwalk—through the Mer Bleue Bog, home to plants typical of much more northern climates. There are so many ways to connect with the outdoors in Ottawa's suburban and rural parks!
All Greenbelt sites are free and open year round, but access to facilities and activities may vary based on the season.
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Address
Ottawa Region, Ottawa, Ontario
Local
Toll Free
Email
Bike Friendly Certified
Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility: Washrooms
Full
Dates & Hours of Operation
Year-round
Onsite Parking
Free
Distance to Rogers Centre - formerly Shaw Centre (km)
11 km
Distance to Parliament Hill (km)
12 km
Distance to airport (km)
4 km
Admission (regular adult price)
Free
Coach Parking
Onsite
Maximum Group Size
100
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