The Creation of Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park is a rich and unique area, with a long history.
Boating in Gatineau Park
How would you like to spend the afternoon canoeing on a lake surrounded by nature? Meech Lake, Philippe Lake and La Pêche Lake in Gatineau Park are perfect places for canoeing and kayaking.
Snow Biking in Gatineau Park
Jump on your fat bike, and come out for a winter ride in a scenic conservation area, located just a few minutes from downtown Ottawa–Gatineau.
Camping and accommodations in Gatineau Park
Extend your outdoor adventure and spend the night in Gatineau Park – just minutes from downtown Ottawa-Gatineau. Nestled in the heart of a vast conservation park, campsites and ready-to-camp units are the perfect getaway from the daily routine, in every season.
Responsible Trail Management in Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park offers some 200 kilometres of official trails for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing and skiing. But it also has an unofficial trail network that exceeds the Park’s official network, and continues to grow.
It's Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season in Gatineau Park
Please help us protect this species at risk
Gatineau Park: Cross-Country Ski Routes
Plan your ski outing with some of these recommended ski routes.
Cross-Country Skiing in Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park has one of the largest networks of cross-country ski trails in North America – just a few minutes from downtown Ottawa.