Located in the south end of Ottawa, Pine Grove is the largest forest in the Greenbelt, and is a mixture of tree plantations and natural forests. On the Pine Grove Forestry Trail, visitors can discover the trees of the region through a series of interpretation panels.
Pine Grove Forest is also an important plant and wildlife habitat. Explore nature on 18.4 kilometres of trails: you’ll get a healthy dose of fresh air and may also get a chance to observe some of the forest inhabitants.
Important
- In nature, please follow the principles of outdoor ethics.
- From April 15 to November 30, leashed dogs and other pets are permitted on all trails in Pine Grove. They are also permitted year-round on the Greenbelt Pathway East and at Conroy Pit.
Visiting Pine Grove
Facilities
Accessibility
The trails in the Pine Grove sector do not meet universal accessibility standards.
Points of interest
Nature trails
The Pine Grove area has 18.4 kilometres of hiking trails. This large forested area has a mix of native woods and plantations. Pine Grove Forest is an important wildlife habitat, and includes a self-guided forestry interpretation trail.
Pine Grove’s trails have many loops, allowing for shorter or longer outings among the towering pine trees. Access to all trails is free.
- The Forestry Trail features interpretation panels on forest management and various tree species. It starts at P18.
- Trail 45 starts at parking lot P19 and links to trail 44.
- The Greenbelt Pathway East connects from the west to trails 43 and 44.
Conroy Pit off-leash dog park
Conroy Pit is a popular off-leash dog park. Dogs are permitted off leash only in the designated area. They must be on a leash everywhere else, including the parking lot, and are not allowed at the toboggan hill.
Conroy Pit Toboggan Hill
Pack up the family, and head out to the Conroy Pit Toboggan Hill. Sledding down this snowy hill will surely thrill both young and young at heart.
About Pine Grove
Plant and wildlife observation
The red pine plantation from the 1950s today attracts red-breasted nuthatches, pine warblers and pine siskins. The poorly drained area at the centre of the trail loop has a wetland with marsh plants, which attracts beavers and muskrats.
Other nearby activities
Scenic bike rides
Enjoy cycling on the Greenbelt Pathway East. Along the way, you’ll pass scenic farmlands and forests.
Greenbelt farms nearby
Make the most of your outing! After your hike, visit a Greenbelt farm — and take home fresh, local produce.
East of Pine Grove, Ottawa Farm Fresh offers seasonal fruits and vegetables at their farm store. They also host a variety of activities on weekends.