The is a UNESCO World Heritage site, stretching 202 km in length from Kingston to Ottawa. The canal snakes through Ottawa鈥檚 downtown core emptying into the Ottawa River by the Ontario-Quebec border.
In the summer, pleasure boats make their way through the canal by the lock system. The canal is also frequented by kayaks, canoes and paddle boats that can be at Dow鈥檚 Lake. The canal is also lined by bike paths, making bike riding a popular tourist activity in the summer. is Ottawa鈥檚 official bike share service.
In the winter, the canal turns into the world鈥檚 longest . All year round, the pathway alongside the canal is a popular trail for walking, running and biking.