The Capital Pathway passes through the park, making it an excellent starting point for exploring the Capital. Park-goers can also admire views of the Ottawa River and the core areas of Ottawa and Gatineau from a lookout by the Tunney’s Pasture federal employment facility.
Facilities
- Washrooms: Year-round
- Parking: Year-round, 7 am to 10 pm, two-hour limit; bike racks on-site
- Picnic areas: There are picnic areas in the park.
Points of interest
The Kichi Sibi Winter Trail
In the winter, the Kichi Sibi Winter Trail opens up Remic Rapids Park to walkers, skiers, snowshoers and snow bikers. Maintained by community volunteers, the Kichi Sibi Winter Trail brings this part of the riverfront alive and promotes Ottawa as a destination for winter tourist activity.
The NCC Bistro
In the summer, the park hosts an NCC Bistro, providing an opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to stop, refuel and enjoy the view.
A beautifully restored wildlife habitat
A section of Remic Rapids Park was once dominated by invasive plants. Thanks to a partnership with the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority and the help of volunteers, we have restored it to a healthy, functioning natural area. Today, it offers ample wildlife habitat, breeding areas for frogs and great foraging locations for birds.
Balanced rock sculptures
To enhance the park’s beauty, artist John Felice Ceprano has created balanced rock sculptures on the river’s edge since 1986. The artist uses fossilized and colourful rocks found on the shore to build these sculptures by hand. They provide a free and exploratory public art experience that complements the park’s natural setting.
We have supported this program since 2000.
History
Ottawa River South Shore Riverfront Park Plan
Remic Rapids Park is one of the green spaces covered by the Ottawa River South Shore Riverfront Park Plan. The plan calls for the creation of a continuous riverfront park connecting LeBreton Flats to Mud Lake.