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Britannia Cafe – Lac Deschênes Beach loop from Kanata

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Britannia Cafe – Lac Deschênes Beach loop from Kanata

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Britannia Cafe – Lac Deschênes Beach loop from Kanata

02:18

39.4km

110m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.0 km for 354 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.68 km

Watt's Creek Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Watt's Creek Pathway follows Watt's Creek and is open to hiking, running, and biking. It's fully paved and easy to access with a stroller or wheelchair, as there is only …

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3.52 km

Bridge over Watt's Creek

Highlight • Bridge

This small bridge crosses Watt's Creek and gives hikers and bikers a good look down onto the dark, slow-moving waters. This creek flows for about 10 kilometres through urban Kanata.

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7.20 km

Wesley Clover Parks

Highlight • Camping

Wesley Clover Parks spans an impressive 200 hectares and is home to an equestrian centre, sport fields, a campground, and an education centre. The park has both public restrooms and water fountains.

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12.5 km

Britannia Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe with treats and a wonderful affogato.

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13.2 km

Mud Lake Wetland

Highlight • Lake

little nature reserve, great place

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22.4 km

Westboro Beach

Beach

24.4 km

View of Ottawa Skyline

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

As you stroll along this section of the trail, you are treated to stunning views of the Ottawa skyline across the Ottawa River. The skyline is marked by mid-rise buildings …

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27.4 km

Britannia Park

Highlight • Beach

Britannia Park is a spacious waterfront area where the Ottawa River broadens into a sweeping expanse. The park includes a sandy beach, open green space, and paved pathways that meander …

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28.2 km

Lac Deschênes Beach

Highlight • Beach

Go take a dip!

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39.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.1 km

2.72 km

2.67 km

1.29 km

610 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.4 km

733 m

179 m

116 m

Elevation

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Today

Wednesday 8 July

31°C

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41 %

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Britannia Cafe – Lac Deschênes Beach loop from Kanata

Watt's Creek Pathway

Bridge over Watt's Creek

Wesley Clover Parks

Britannia Cafe

Mud Lake Wetland

View of Ottawa Skyline

Britannia Park

Lac Deschênes Beach

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