I am a regular and live in the neighbourhood. The paths are well kept with a lovely design that lead you over bridges, ponds, apple orchards, gardens and along the beautiful canal. A real gem.
I've ran through the Arboretum several times and had a really nice picnic with the family in the shadow of a huge tree. It's peaceful and beautiful.
Amazing area to walk, bike, run, jog and just enjoy nature. The property is located along the canal.
Nice green space, full of dog walkers. Summer attraction of well kept grounds great for a stroll. While there do not miss the Botanical gardens across the street.
Peaceful, great place to walk, picnic, identify trees, tobogganing in winter. If you have a dog it is a lovely place to meet other dogs.
Experimental farm, especially the flower section quite impressive. In the summer they display floral arrangements that are unique and very beautiful. Parking is easy and you can stay as long as you want. Many people go there for picnic. A very good site for macrophotography.
The farm is very interesting and there is an excellent display about bees with an actual hive behind Perspex.
My favourite place for tobogganing, ever since I was a little child. Also a great place in the summer,, with lovely views of the Rideau Canal and Dow's Lake. Bring your dog, as this is an official dog park.
Great place to go for a walk, especially with your dog (leashed) or if not busy which is common without a leash (just don't get caught! LOL). All the trees are labelled with their biological name and this place is a great place to capture your thoughts. You can even walk down towards the Rideau river. Another great park in the city of Ottawa.... 10 minute drive from downtown. There are also some buildings which I have yet to visit, but will have to at one point.
This is a great cross section of gardens trees and pathways along with a far full of animals for the kids to see and enjoy and is in the middle of the city