Hog's Back Falls

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Canada

Ontario

Ottawa

Hog's Back Falls

Moderate

5.0

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Hog's Back Falls

02:51

11.1km

50m

Hiking

Discover a superb route that features water at just about every turn. The impressive Hog's Back Falls, tranquil Dow's Lake, and the historic Rideau Canal combine to create this wonderful hike.

After setting out from Mooney’s Bay station, the route begins with a trip through the Hog’s Back Lockstation. A…

by Tourisme Ottawa Tourism

Last updated: March 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.20 km

Hog's Back Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This series of artificial waterfalls was created during the construction of the Rideau Canal in the early 19th century. This is where the canal separates from the river. Before their …

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4.43 km

Hartwell Locks

Highlight • Structure

The Hartwell Locks form a historic complex on the Rideau Canal. They consist of two successive locks that allow boats of approximately 6.5 meters to be raised or lowered. They …

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5.94 km

Dow's Lake Pavilion is an iconic location on the shores of Dow's Lake on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa. Offering access to the canal, it includes restaurants with water views and numerous services related to boating activities.

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7.51 km

Dow's Lake

Highlight • Lake

A lovely spot for a break in Ottawa. Dow's Lake offers a relaxed atmosphere, with wide open spaces, calm water, and beautiful unobstructed views. You can stroll along its shores, …

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11.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.91 km

5.11 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.36 km

1.93 km

338 m

326 m

114 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Monday 12 October

17°C

7°C

81 %

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Comments

February 19, 2026

Discover a superb route that features water at just about every turn. The impressive Hog's Back Falls, tranquil Dow's Lake, and the historic Rideau Canal combine to create this wonderful hike.
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After setting out from Mooney’s Bay station, the route begins with a trip through the Hog’s Back Lockstation

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