Strathcona Park

Great park with nice atmosphere. There are cool ruins and a playground. It's pet/animal friendly. Always lots of wildlife and people. There's a local outdoor cat that hangs out, and lots of space to run around and play soccer/frisbee. Picnic benches to hangout on and a little sidewalk that goes pretty far down the river for runners.

This looks like it used to be a nice park in the middle of downtown Ottawa. During the summer it's a nice place to visit depending on the events going on in the park, which range from benign/unobtrusive to overwhelming and impossible to ignore. The children enjoyed the swings, though many of the areas are teeming with geese excrement and that of other creatures.

Nice little park in the middle of the city where you can relax and watch nice sunset. I visited during the day but felt sunset must be amazing to watch. free parking available but gets filled pretty qucik. uottawa I just 1km away. ppl can even balance stones when the water in canal is low(which is now). you can also bring lunch or grab a bite with friends in here. must visit.

I'm there several times a week, whether walking Skyler, out for a walk to chill or to sit and read by the river. On a beautiful sunny day, a very joyful lively place with so many families, groups, kids... Enjoy the sun, live music, nature, dog walks, frisbee days... And so much more. On a warm evening: Shakespeare in the Park!

Gorgeous, spacious park with plenty if walking/biking paths, along the Rideau River. Luxurious swards, lots of trees and shade, urban natural space at its best!

The grounds are beautiful, I love the ruins and the mature trees and water views.The reason it’s 3 stars is from a family with young kids perspective.The play structure for kids is really small, the slide is steep and fully metal and isn’t as safe as it could be.The wading pool isn’t in use, and the washroom building is old, locked and clearly not maintained. Considering it’s one of the only large city parks in this area, it should have a washroom and updated play structure for families with young kids.It’s a great spot for a photoshoot and for adults but not the best one for families with young kids.There is plenty of space for picnics, you can bring your own stuff and set up. The kids mostly played by the ruins, but we had to leave the park 3 times to use the restrooms and drive to a cafe - and didn’t find parking when we came back every time, so would have to wait. Something to be aware of.

Gorgeous views over the Rideau River and a long elaborate trail, tons of greenspace. Beware of the gravelled path coming down Laurier. Family gatherings, festivals, play structures at the north end of the park.

Great park. Kids always love going here.

I loved this park since we moved to Ottawa in 2000. I have seen my children grew up and now I will my grandchildren coming to this park too. And with the new bridge connecting Rideau st. With Range st. It is the most beautiful experience. I really love my city!