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Ottawa River Pathway

Moderate

Ottawa River Pathway

02:03

7.78km

70m

Hiking

This pleasant route runs along part of the Ottawa River. As the main tributary of the St. Lawrence River, it forms a significant stretch of the border between the Canadian provinces of Quebec and Ontario. The route connects the Tunney's Pasture and Parliament train stations, taking you past some of…

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Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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1.09 km

Remic Rapids Rock Sculptures

Highlight • Monument

Created by John Felice Ceprano using locally sourced stones, these structures seem to defy gravity on the banks of the Ottawa River. They are recreated annually and offer an artistic experience in the heart of nature.

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3.60 km

Trench Exhibit, Canadian War Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The war museum is very impressive, not least (but also) the World War I trench. Plan to spend a few hours there and remember to get your car out of the parking garage in good time.

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4.47 km

Royal Canadian Navy Monument

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A beautiful spot to gaze across the river. Almost as an aside, one should remember all the RCN sailors who lost their lives in various conflicts.

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6.66 km

Rideau Canal Locks

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The Rideau Canal connects the capital city of Ottawa with the city of Kingston on Lake Ontario. The 202-km-long canal, named after the Rideau River, was opened in 1832 and …

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6.97 km

Bytown Museum

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The museum is housed in Ottawa's oldest surviving stone building. Founded in 1917, it has been at its current location since 1951.

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7.78 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.68 km

1.25 km

672 m

170 m

Surfaces

4.77 km

2.67 km

193 m

126 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 19 May

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February 19, 2026

This pleasant route runs along part of the Ottawa River. As the main tributary of the St. Lawrence River, it forms a significant stretch of the border between the Canadian provinces of Quebec and Ontario. The route connects the Tunney's Pasture and Parliament train stations, taking you past some of Ottawa

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