8 skating spots around Ottawa where you can glide through a sparkling winter wonderland
No winter would be complete without slipping on the ice. Here are eight skating spots around Ottawa where you can explore a sparkling winter wonderland.
From a new twist-filled ice maze to frozen trails that lead you through a night-lit forest, there are so many amazing activities you’ll want to try for yourself.
Country Adventures
Price: $14+ per person
When: December (exact date to be determined)
Address: 16495 Sixth Rd., Moose Creek, ON
Why you need to go: They have a 3 kilometer skating trail through the forest, a snowshoe trail, and a big tubing hill you can slide down.
RiverOak
Price: $13.50 per person
When: December (exact date to be determined)
Address: 2900 York’s Corners Road, Ottawa, Ontario
Why you need to go: You can glide along a 3.5 kilometer illuminated ice trail through forest and meadows for a romantic evening.
Eco-Odyssey Nature Park
Price: $20 per person
When: December 18, 2021 – March 6, 2022
Address: 52 Ch. des Sources, Wakefield, QC
Why you need to go: You’ll have so much fun trying to escape the massive new ice maze.
Lansdowne Park Skating Rink
Price: Free
When: From November 26
Address: Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa, ON
Why you need to go: You can dance on the ice as part of the DJ nights or say hello to Santa Claus, who will be visiting the rink in December.
Rideau Hall Ice Rink
Price: to be determined
When: January 10, 2022 – March 13, 2022
Address: 101 Princess Avenue, Ottawa, ON
Why you need to go: At Rideau Hall, you can make reservations to use the rink for the perfect winter day.
Ice Rink of Dreams
Price: Free
When: from December 3
Address: 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON
Why you need to go: In front of City Hall, you’ll find an illuminated skating rink that overlooks colorful Christmas lights.
Skating in the Forest
Price: $18+ per person
When: December 18, 2021 – March 1, 2022
Address: 9 Montee Beausoleil, Lac des Loups, QC
Why you need to go: This is a hidden gem just 45 minutes from Ottawa, where you can skate through a snowy forest.
Rideau Canal Skateway
Price: Free
When: to be determined
Address: Rideau Canal, Ottawa, ON
Why you need to go: This is the largest skating rink in the world and will take you through downtown Ottawa.
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