Hiking
A 3-km trail winds along the Rideau River shoreline for the length of the park.

Canoeing
The park's shore offers canoeists and kayakers the longest stretch of Rideau Canal uninterrupted by locks. Novice canoeists appreciate the slow and meandering current, while anglers can use paddle craft to quietly explore the nooks and bays of the shallow, warm water.

Wildlife Viewing
The park is home to mourning doves, white throated sparrows, bluejays, nuthatches, black-capped chickadees and various warblers and owls. Great blue heron, American bittern, red-winged blackbird and a variety of ducks inhabit the riverbank along with turtles and frogs. White-tailed deer are sometimes spotted in the woods.

Swimming
Swimmers and water enthusiasts enjoy three groomed sandy beaches along the Rideau River.

Cycling
Cyclists can explore quiet and scenic country roads near the park. Or they can pedal 48 km to Ottawa, where bike trails lead to most of the national capital's attractions without travelling on city streets.