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Tennis and pickleball courts

Use of tennis and pickleball courts

  • Tennis players are encouraged to limit game time to 30 minutes to allow others to play.
  • Courts are available on a first-come, first served basis.
  • Spring cleanup and installation of nets on pickleball and tennis courts begins in late April and courts open in early May. Weather conditions such as snow, ground frost and excessive rain, can lead to delays.
  • Courts close in October.
  • See the interactive map below for all City of Ottawa tennis courts lined for pickleball play.
  • Browse instructional racquet sport activities.
  • Membership tennis courts and club contacts.

Book a court

  1. Please email tennis@ottawa.ca with your rental request. 
  2. Include the name of your organization, contact name, contact information, name of court, the dates and times and any special instructions. 
  3. We will email you a contract along with information on how to pay. 
  4. Review, sign and return the contract to tennis@ottawa.ca. The contract is valid once we receive payment and a signed copy of the contract.

2025 rental rates

Fees shown do not include HST. Applicable taxes will be added during the payment process.

  • Adult: $10.10
  • Youth/child: $8.23
  • Commercial or private: $18.52

Court locations

The interactive map and table below display court locations. The number of courts listed in the table will expand or contract as you zoom in, zoom out or pan the map view. You can also navigate to an area of interest by searching for a park name, address, intersection, street segment or city facility in the “Search for an address or place” search box. Click on a court for more information about that location. Court information is also available in the City’s Open Data Catalogue.

Basketball courts

Outdoor basketball court locations

The interactive map and table below display the locations of the City's outdoor basketball courts. The number of courts listed in the table will expand or contract as you zoom in, zoom out or pan the map view. Navigate to an area of interest by searching for a park name, address, intersection, street segment or city facility in the “Search for an address or place” search box. Click on a basketball court for more information about that location. Basketball court information is also available in the City’s Open Data Catalogue.

Docks and boat launches
Docks and boat launches
Location Address and Neighbourhood Type Surface
Barnette Park 2045 Hwy 174, Cumberland boat launch gravel
Barney McCarney Landing 5671 South Island Park Drive, Rideau canoe launch dirt
Beryl Gaffney Park 3901 Rideau Valley Drive, DR Nepean canoe launch dirt
Blair Road 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa boat launch gravel
Bordeleau Park 349 Bruyère Street, Ottawa dock wood
Brantwood Park 39 Onslow Crescent, Ottawa dock wood
Brewer Park 100 Brewer Way, Ottawa dock wood
Buckham’s Bay 170 Ritchie Avenue, Constance Bay boat launch and dock paved and gravel
Claudette Cain Park 660 River Road, Gloucester canoe launch gravel
David Bartlett Park 5201 McLean Crescent, Rideau canoe launch gravel, walking access only
Dick Bell Park 3259 Carling Avenue, Nepean boat launch paved
Eccolands Park 334 River Road, Gloucester dock wood
Eccolands Park 334 River Road, Gloucester Joe Messner Boat Launch paved,  Closed for repair summer 2024
Honey Gables Park 14 Ryeburn Drive, Gloucester canoe launch gravel
Kars Community Centre 1604 Old Wellington Street, Rideau boat launch gravel
Kars Community Centre 1604 Old Wellington Street, Rideau dock wood
Long Island Aquatic Club 5495 South River Drive, Rideau boat launch and dock gravel
Mahogany Harbour Landing Manotick Main at Eastman Avenue dock wood
Pinheys Point Park 270 Pinhey Point Road, Kanata dock wood
Reeve Craig Park 7747 Greenline Rd., Rideau boat launch gravel
Rideau Canoe Club 804 Hog's Back Road, Ottawa dock wood
Riverain Park 400 North River Road canoe launch concrete
Roslyn Park 6405 Radisson Way canoe launch dirt, gravel, steep slope, walking access only
Springhurst Park 24 Brunswick Street, Ottawa canoe launch dirt
Terry Carisse Park 3035 Steeple Hill Crescent , Nepean dock wood
Tighe St. River Access 1118 Tighe Street, Manotick dock wood
Walter Upton-Collins Park 894 River Road, Gloucester dock wood
Windsor Park 1B Windsor Avenue, Ottawa dock wood

Skateboard and BMX parks

Locations

Sledding hills
Sledding permitted at approved hills

Reduce the risk of injury

Before sledding, always be sure to assess the weather and physical conditions of the hill to ensure it is safe for use. Avoid sledding when conditions are icy or hazards are present.

To reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others, practice the following:

  • Protect your brain – wear a ski/snowboard or hockey helmet with the recommended safety certification.
  • Sled only at the approved hills listed below. The City conducts assessments to determine whether each hill meets an acceptable risk level to be approved for sledding.
  • Avoid icy conditions and monitor upcoming weather before sledding.
  • Avoid sledding headfirst or on your back. Sit or kneel on your sled.
  • Watch for hazards, like other sledders, icy areas, trees, rocks, fences and rivers.
  • Children should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Sled during daylight. If you sled at night make sure the hill is well lit.
  • Choose a sled that is easy to control, avoid inner tubes and plastic discs.
  • Keep your hands, arms and legs inside the sled to prevent injury.
  • Alert (shout) if you observe another slider headed for danger.
  • Keep a safe distance (15 m) from the sled ahead of you.
  • Walk up the side of the hill, not the middle.
  • Do not leave sleds or other obstacles on the hill.
  • Construction of snow jumps and other obstacles is not permitted.

 

If dangerous conditions exist, report them to the City of Ottawa’s 24-hour Call Centre. Dial 3-1-1. 

Assumption of risk 

  • Sledding is a high-risk activity. Sled at your own risk. 
  • The City of Ottawa does not accept responsibility for related risks or injuries.  
  • Call 9-1-1 if emergency assistance is required. 

Sledding hill locations

The interactive map and table below displays the locations of the City's approved sledding hills. Sledding is only permitted on City property at the locations listed below. These locations have had risk assessments completed, protective measures installed to mitigate risks and are the only hills identified as reasonably safe for sledding.  

The number of sledding hills listed in the table will expand or contract as you zoom in, zoom out or pan the map view. Navigate to an area of interest by searching for a park name, address, intersection, street segment or city facility in the “Search for an address or place” search box. Click on a sledding hill for more information about that location. Sledding hill information is also available in the City’s Open Data Catalogue.

Mooney's Bay Ski Centre at Terry Fox Athletic Facility

The Mooney's Bay Ski Centre at Terry Fox Athletic Facility has everything for cross-country skiers. Enjoy 5 km of groomed and well-lit trails.

 

Trail conditions

Cross country skiing

Ski centre features

  • 5 km of groomed trails for both classic and skate (freestyle) skiing techniques
  • Lit trails for night skiing
  • Free parking
  • Indoor change rooms and washrooms
  • Ski school
  • Ski tuck shop
  • Free use of indoor wax benches and waxing irons (subject to availability)
  • Free information on equipment, clothing, waxing, trails and related services
  • Rentals by Lafleur de la Capital: 613-298-3775

2025 Fees

Fees shown do not include HST. Applicable taxes will be added during the payment process.

  • $3.57 per day
  • Adult season pass: $38.58
  • Child, youth, and senior season pass: $35.48

Lessons

The cross-country ski school in Mooney's Bay Park usually offers lessons daily with convenient day and evening options. Lessons are usually one hour long. Available January through March.

Private lessons

Semi-private or small group lessons

  • Special group packages are available.
  • All group members must pay at the same time to receive the discounted rate.

Browse and register

Lesson fees 2025

Fees shown do not include HST. Applicable taxes will be added during the payment process.

  • Customized one-on-one lesson: $85.01
  • Semi-private lesson with a friend or family members: $65.72 per person 
  • Small group (five people maximum): $149.31