Located west of Ottawa about 16 km from downtown.  Includes a significant wetland & nature preserve forming part of the Important Bird and Biodiversity Area of Lac Deschenes-Ottawa River IBA.
·       Shirley Blvd & Riffle Rd
·       Shore/Beach launch
·       Free public parking
·       Public restrooms
·       Picnic areas

3259 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON K2H 1A6
·       Public site
·       Restaurant on site, open to the public
·       Walking area with benches and a beautiful view of the Ottawa River

2805 Carling Ave., Ottawa, ON K2B 6Z9
This sandy beach is located in the west end of the City.  
·       Greenbank Road 
·       Beach launch
·       Public paid parking
·       Public restrooms 
·       Public change rooms
·       Picnic areas

·       Maximum Capacity: 225 lbs (102 kg)

2960 Riverside Drive - 8 km from the Rideau Centre
Mooney's Bay is a public park with a large sandy beach.  Paddle south to Black's Rapids while enjoying the wildlife and many beautiful homes.   This route measure approximately 6 km each way.
·       Beach launch
·       Great wildlife and scenery
·       Public paid parking
·       Public restrooms
·       Picnic areas
·       Can be very busy, arrive early to find a parking spot

This hidden Park is located just south of Hunt Club Road near the Ottawa International Airport. Paddle south under Vimy Bridge to Jock's Landing.  This measures just approximately 7 km each way.  While on the water you'll get to enjoy turtles, commorants, blue herons and more.
·       334 River Road - down 500 m to the river
·       Concrete ramp launch
·       Public parking -free of charge
·       Public restrooms
·       Picnic areas

Located in the south of the City just off Prince of Wales Drive.  You can paddle north under Vimy bridge towards Eccolands Park.  Unfortunately no access up the Jock River due to rapids.  
·       10 Lodge Road
·       Shore launch
·       Small Parking Lot - no charge
·       No public restrooms