Rideau Canal - Wikipedia
The Rideau Canal is a 202-kilometre long [1] canal that links the Ottawa River at Ottawa with the Cataraqui River and Lake Ontario at Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Rideau Canal National Historic Site - Parks Canada
Visit Victorian towns and military blockhouses. Cycle a woodland pathway and picnic alongside hand-operated locks on the 19th century Rideau Canal, an historic waterway linking a scenic …
Rideau Canal Skateway - National Capital Commission
The Rideau Canal Skateway winds its way through the heart of the National Capital over a total length of 7.8 km. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Rideau Canal in winter becomes a …
Rideau Canal
The Rideau Canal National Historic Site is a 202km water route that connects Canada’s vibrant national capital in Ottawa, with Kingston and Lake Ontario to the south. Travel the canal by …
Plan your visit - Rideau Canal National Historic Site - Parks Canada
The Rideau Canal runs between Ottawa and Kingston in Southern Ontario, both easily accessible by car and public transportation from Toronto (260 kilometres to Kingston) and Montréal (200 …
Rideau Canal | Description, Locks, Skating, & Facts | Britannica
Jan 15, 2025 · Rideau Canal, inland waterway between the Canadian capital of Ottawa and Lake Ontario at Kingston, Ontario. Completed in 1832, the 200-km (125-mile) canal uses both the …
The Rideau Canal Promenade - Canada.ca
Jan 18, 2024 · These locks are a gateway that allow boats access to the Rideau Canal system that stretches over 202 kilometers between Lake Ontario and the Ottawa River. The Canal is …
Best ways to experience the Rideau Canal in Ottawa
When in Ottawa, a visit to the historic Rideau Canal is a must! This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a major attraction that weaves its way gracefully through Ottawa’s charming downtown core. …
Plan your visit | Rideau Canal
At 202km in length, the Rideau Canal National Historic Site is one epic travel route. With charming waterfront communities and 24 historic lockstations along its length, you’re bound to discover …
Culture and history - Rideau Canal National Historic Site - Parks Canada
The Rideau Canal was specifically designed for steam-powered vessels and is one of the greatest engineering feats of the 19th century. It is the best-preserved slackwater canal system and its …