Loop in Ottawa on the Rideau Canal

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Canada

Ontario

Ottawa

Loop in Ottawa on the Rideau Canal

Moderate

4.3

(4)

136

hikers

Loop in Ottawa on the Rideau Canal

03:59

15.5km

60m

Hiking

The hike begins at the Rideau Bus Station, right in the heart of Ottawa, a 30-minute walk from the VIA Rail station. A short stroll away, you'll reach the Canadian War Memorial and the Valiants Monument, which pay tribute to fourteen key figures in Canadian military history through life-size sculptures.

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by Destination Canada

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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242 m

View of the Ottawa Locks

Highlight • Viewpoint

We have a beautiful view from the bridge over the Rideau Canal and its eight locks. They date from the early 19th century.

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8.73 km

Dows Lake Pavilion

Highlight • Restaurant

Dow's Lake Pavilion is an iconic location on the shores of Dow's Lake on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa. Offering access to the canal, it includes restaurants with water views and numerous services related to boating activities.

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14.1 km

Rideau Canal Eastern Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • River

A popular park trail locals love to cruise. The trail offers a scenery of well-kept parklands and watercraft activity on the canal. Well-maintained and flat. One has a choice of …

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15.3 km

ByWard Market

Highlight • Structure

Ottawa's market hall is definitely worth a visit. It's full of lovely souvenirs and delicious food stalls, offering all sorts of local and international specialties. The atmosphere is lively, perfect for strolling and grabbing a bite to eat.

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15.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.71 km

7.25 km

311 m

227 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.9 km

1.74 km

1.05 km

334 m

310 m

209 m

Elevation

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Comments

February 12, 2026

The hike begins at the Rideau Bus Station, right in the heart of Ottawa, a 30-minute walk from the VIA Rail station. A short stroll away, you'll reach the Canadian War Memorial and the Valiants Monument, which pay tribute to fourteen key figures in Canadian military history through life-size sculptures

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