Ottawa

Hiking

With its rolling hills, scenic lakes, and 165 km (102 mi) of well-maintained trails, Gatineau Park is a favorite among hikers in the National Capital Region. For trail maps and information contact the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre (33 Scott Rd., Chelsea. 819/827-2020. www.canadascapital.gc.ca/gatineau).

The Rideau Trail runs 387 km (241 mi) from Kingston to Ottawa, part of it along the Rideau Canal. Access points from the highway are marked with orange triangles. For information, contact the Rideau Trail Association (Box 15, Kingston, K7L 4V6. 613/545-0823. www.rideautrail.org).

More Sports and Outdoors

• Biking
• Cross-Country Skiing

• Hiking
• Ice-Skating