Beaches Water Quality
The City of Ottawa samples beach water every day from June to the end of August.
For more information please contact Ottawa Public Health, 613-580-2424, ext. 13219
Ottawa's beaches are an oasis of fun and relaxation close to home. The public beaches in Ottawa are open from Saturday, June 20 to Sunday, August 23 2009. Lifeguards are on duty from noon to 7 pm.
For more Information: Please contact the Seasonal Recreation Office at 613-580-2590 or e-mail seasonalrecreation@ottawa.ca .
Beach
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Description
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Amenities
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Britannia Beach
2805 Carling Ave.
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613-820-1211
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WEST
Located on the Ottawa River at Britannia Bay, the beach is great for swimming, picnics or just watching the sailboats go by on a beautiful summer day.
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- Washrooms & change rooms
- Free parking
- Canteen & outdoor showers
- Picnic tables & barbecue pits
- Play structures & fields
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Mooney's Bay Beach
2926 Riverside Drive
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613-248-0863
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SOUTH
A popular summer destination for swimmers, rowers, and volleyball enthusiasts, the beach is located on the east shore of the Rideau River just south of Carleton University.
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- Washrooms & change rooms
- Pay parking (7 am to 6 pm)
- Canteen
- Picnic tables & barbecue pits
- Park and recreation facilities including tennis courts and play structures
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Petrie Island Beach
727 Trim Road
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613- 824-5704
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EAST
Ottawa’s newest beach offers a wonderful expanse of sand and spectacular views across the Ottawa River on Petrie Island.
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- No permanent facility and limited infrastructure
- Temporary toilets on site
- Pay parking (7 am to 6 pm)
- Interpretation cottage
- A dozen picnic tables
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Westboro Beach
745 Ottawa River Parkway
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613-792-3875
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CENTRAL
A somewhat smaller beach and park situated on NCC property at Kitchissippi Lookout and accessible from the Ottawa River Parkway.
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- Washrooms & change rooms
- Free parking
- Canteen & patio with tables
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Additional Information
Park Permits: Contact City Wide Allocations at 613-580-2595 or e-mail sports@ottawa.ca.
Volleyball net rentals: $14 per hour or $48 per day. - Inquire at the Lifeguard office.
Volleyball league: information: 613-580-2854 Hot Line: 613-798-8272
Stay safe this summer
- There is no substitute for your supervision!
- Always be within arms' reach of your children!
- Drink lots of water; wear light-coloured clothing, a hat, and good sunglasses
- Lather on waterproof sunscreen with an SPF 15 or more at least 30 minutes before sun exposure and remember to keep re-applying.
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