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 Rideau Canal locks connect to
the Ottawa River by Bwana_Brown, 3 more photos
It took a while to get political support lined-up and the survey work completed, with canal construction beginning in 1827. The route chosen included the Rideau River as part of a 200-km (125-mile) waterway of linked rivers, lakes and canals between Ottawa and Kingston, where the Great Lakes empty into the St. Lawrence River. By 1832, the canal was officially opened upon completion of the 47 locks needed to join these various bits of water.
We walked down to the canal itself for a closer look at the actual operation of the locks as three pleasure boats were waiting for the next 'lift' in this series of short locks rising up from the Ottawa River (2nd pic). It was interesting to watch the canal workers using the old hand-cranks to open the lock gates once the water had reached the correct level, letting the first boat through to the next stage (3rd pic). As each boat entered the new lock, they used on-board grappling hooks to attach themselves to thick steel mooring cables as they waited for the other boats to enter (4th pic - note the smart dog at the controls!). The canal is now operated by Parks Canada and is a National Historic site. Leave a Comment Directions: Downtown Ottawa, between the Chateau Laurier hotel and Parliament Hill, on Rideau Street
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 River Boat by jamiesno
I don't remember the name of the company I specifically used but there are a lot of different opportunities.
I was approached in the canal area by people selling tickets and I am sure at your hotel it can be arranged but I highly recommend you do this while you are in Ottawa.
Please visit my travelogue as well :-). Leave a Comment
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 Rideau Canal by jamiesno
You can see from my picture along the canal is a walking trail. These are very peaceful and an enjoyable way to see Ottawa.
What sets the Rideau apart from other lakes and river systems is its rich history. The oldest continuously operated canal in North America, the locks work today much as they did when first opened in 1832. Back then, the Rideau was a wilderness of lakes, rivers and swamps. In the middle of this wilderness, with many men dying from malaria, an engineering marvel was created, the Rideau Canal. Source: See Web Site Below. Leave a Comment
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 Rideau Canal with Chateau
Laurier in the distance by Carmanah
The beautiful thing about the Rideau Canal is that it makes Ottawa quite scenic and serene. There is a walkway that spans the canal on both sides, generally divided into two lanes. Roller bladers, bicyclists, joggers and walkers all user these walkways. Generally the walkway is surrounded by lovely gardens and lush green lawns. Well-kept benches and water fountains can also be found along the canal, which was wonderful features when you need a break from a long bike ride or walk.
I walked along the canal many times, from the locks at Chateau Laurier at the Ottawa River, all the way to Dow Lake. Walking that distance takes over an hour. It's a long canal!
I also rode my bike along the canal which I enjoyed immensely. I can only imagine what it would be like to visit Ottawa in the winter, when the canal is frozen over, and people ice skate on it!
My favourite part about the canal was being able to look into the water, and see little fish looking back at me! Generally that's a good sign to see wildlife, even in manmade waterways. It means the city's healthy. Leave a Comment
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 The Rideau Canal by duanestorey
This is a picture looking south along the canal..If you were to skate along this in the winter, you'd eventually end up in Nepean.. Leave a Comment Address: Downtown
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 The Rideau Canal on a
beautiful sunny day. by MDH
When winter comes, the Rideau freezes up to become one giant skating rink. If you look at pictures of Ottawa in the winter time, you're bound to find with skaters covering the world's longest skating rink.
Near the canal's entrance at the Ottawa River, a series of locks help boats travel up the stream. Although it's a long process, it's great to see a boat actually slowly move up a hill (!). Onlookers watch very patiently from each side of the canal. Leave a Comment Address: Central OttawaDirections: The beginning locks are found wedged between the giant Chateau Laurier and Parliament Hill. The canal then travels south through the city.Website: http://www.parcscanada.gc.ca/ Other Contact: http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca
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The Rideau Canal is a chain of beautiful lakes, rivers and canals winding 202 km from Kingston, at the head of Lake Ontario, to Ottawa, Canada's capital city. For a map, see the other pic. Leave a Comment Phone: (+1) (613) 283-5170Directions: From Ottawa to Kingston. How to get there: Start with Canada, go a bit east of centre to Ontario, go to the east side of Ontario and have a look for the city of Ottawa and the city of Kingston. The Rideau connects these two cities by water.Website: www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/on/rideau/default.asp Other Contact: E mail: Steve.Weir@pc.gc.ca
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I took a boat tour with Paul's boat lines. The tour guide combined the history of Ottawa, the canal and some of the sights with hilarious, Seinfeld-like jokes. If you take this tour, you won't be disappointed. The tour takes about 1,5 hours and goes in the direction Ottawa-Kingston and back. Address: Rideau canalDirections: Boats leave daily from the Rideau Canal Dock, located alongside the Government Conference Centre, five minutes from Parliament Hill and directly across the street from the Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel or the Westin Hotel.Website: www.paulsboatcruises.com
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The Rideau Canal is one of the oldest canals in North America. It was built by the Colonel John By in 1826. Parks Canada manages the Rideau Canal as one of Canada's National Historic Sites. Leave a Comment Address: Colonel By Valley
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The history of this canal construction is exceptional and its outcome totally different to the purpose of construction.
Designed for military purposes and opened in 1832 this 202 kilometre canal route linking the Ottawa River and Lake Ontario through a system of lakes and rivers, connected and made navigable by the channels, locks and dams that the workers constructed.
The canal construction brought thousands of people to the district and Ottawa. It is now a National Historic Site. Leave a Comment
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