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Rideau Canal & Dow's Lake loop

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Canada

Ontario

Ottawa

Rideau Canal & Dow's Lake loop

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Rideau Canal & Dow's Lake loop

01:10

4.60km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 27, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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243 m

Hartwell Locks

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The Hartwell Locks form a historic complex on the Rideau Canal. They consist of two successive locks that allow boats of approximately 6.5 meters to be raised or lowered. They …

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1.34 km

Dow's Lake

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A lovely spot for a break in Ottawa. Dow's Lake offers a relaxed atmosphere, with wide open spaces, calm water, and beautiful unobstructed views. You can stroll along its shores, …

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2.46 km

Commissioners Park

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A peaceful park on the shores of Dows Lake in Ottawa. Every spring, the park hosts a famous tulip festival. It features walking trails and picnic areas.

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2.90 km

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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4.60 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.08 km

1.42 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.41 km

551 m

251 m

215 m

130 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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