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4 Snow Tubing Spots Near Ottawa to Make Winter More Interesting
One of the reasons why Ottawa is among the must-visit cities in Canada during winter is its selection of snow tubing spots. These slippery slopes offer an exciting and adrenaline-inducing experience that can be enjoyed by the youth and young at heart.
I have a soft spot for snow tubing in Ottawa because when I was too young to come with my brothers to go skiing, this was my fallback. Today, it’s still one of my favourite activities in Canada during Winter, so allow me to gush about my favourite snow tubing spots in Ottawa!
Whether you have zero experience or you’ve nailed snow tubing to a tee, Ottawa has a spot for you. Keep on reading to discover your next fun winter destination in the city!
Sommet Edelweiss
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Address: 538 Ch Edelweiss, Wakefield
Contact details: +1 819-459-2328
Operating hours:
- Monday, Wednesday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost (Season Pass Unlimited):
- 26 to 54 years old: CAD459
- 7 to 25 years old: CAD319
- 6 years old and under: CAD79
- 55 to 69 years old: CAD309
- 70 to 79 years old: CAD269
- 80 years old and over: CAD99
Sommet Edelweiss is a 30-minute drive from Ottawa, and we’ll be the first to tell you that it’s well worth the trip! For starters, it offers more than just snow tubing, as it’s also a great snowboarding and skiing spot, consisting of multiple steep lanes.
It doesn’t disappoint in the snow tubing department either, as it features some kid-friendly lanes where they can have fun racing down a snow-blanketed slope. We also think that the lengths of these lanes are perfect, offering a quick but thrilling slide for snow tubing.
We also recommend this place because it doesn’t fall short of facilities, from changing rooms to comfort rooms, lockers, and a ski lift to make climbing much easier. They also offer more than ample tubes, but we still recommend booking your trip in advance!
Pro tip:
If you want to start your kids young or you want to learn skiing yourself, we recommend checking out Sommet’s snow school! They offer weekly lessons or tailor-fit programs that will help you and your young ones master the slopes!
Domaine de l’Ange-Gardien
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Address: 1031 Chem. Pierre-Laporte
Contact details: +1 819-281-0299
Operating hours: Daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost:
- Daily passes:
- 3 to 11 years old: CAD21 (Online), CAD24 (Walk-in)
- 12 years and over: CAD24 (Online), CAD26 (Walk-in)
- Saturday nights 4:00 PM to 9:0 PM
- 3 to 11 years old: CAD16 (Online), CAD19 (Walk-in)
- 12 years and over: CAD19 (Online), CAD21 (Walk-in)
Domaine de l’Ange-Gardien is a charming sugar shack that doubles as one of the most sought-after snow-tubing spots near Ottawa. Although we’re here to talk about it being the latter, we recommend not missing out on its maple-based products!
You won’t be disappointed with their snow tubing tracks as well! They’re not the largest, but are enough to hold multiple guests at a time—you can even race with your friends to see who can slide down the fastest since there are multiple lanes available.
The real highlight of snow tubing here is the beautiful surrounding landscape of snow-covered trees. If spending too much time in the snow isn’t for you, however, you can cosy up in the wooden lodge that houses their cafeteria-style cafe.
Pro tip:
Book your day passes through their official website as opposed to walking in to save more money and guarantee your slots. Furthermore, you can also book your visit from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM to enjoy even cheaper rates.
Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon
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Address: 39 Chem. de la Montagne Noire
Contact details: +1 819-983-1087
Operating hours: Daily from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost:
- Adult access ticket: CAD8.70
- Child access ticket: CAD4.35
Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon is an underrated spot that deserves more recognition, mainly because of its beautiful views. There’s even an observation deck where you can admire the snow-covered trees and the paper-white slopes!
However, we mainly love it for its snow tubing track because of its more than ample space. It consists of three different tubing runs, which don’t look like much at first but will surprise you with how much speed it will add in a snap.
Aside from snow tubing, you can also enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, and tobogganing. If you’re looking for a more formidable challenge, however, you can try conquering the fat bike trail, which spans 13 kilometres and consists of both off-trail and groomed pathways.
Pro tip:
If you’re planning to hike, we recommend avoiding winter to make the terrain less slippery. Plus, the path will be much more straightforward!
Countryside Adventures
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Address: 16485 Sixth Rd, Moose Creek
Contact details: +1 613-857-4550
Operating hours: Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Cost:
- Tubing day pass:
- 16 years and above: CAD15
- 3 to 5 years: CAD8
- Tubing season pass
- 16 years and above: CAD60
- 3 to 5 years: CAD32
Countryside Adventures may be the farthest option on this list, but it should be on your radar if you want a less restricted tubing experience. Plus, the scenic drive from Ottawa to here is well worth it—all 49 minutes of it!
It offers a snow tubing experience that truly feels free, thanks to its multiple spacious lanes. They also feature the perfect slope, allowing you to build up rapid momentum and enjoy a more adrenaline-inducing slide.
Come nighttime, the park will be lit up with bright and colourful LED lights, creating a more atmospheric experience. Lastly, aside from snow tubing, the park also offers other winter activities, such as ice skating and snowshoeing.
Pro tip:
You can also stop by this attraction during summer and enjoy an authentic camping experience with your loved ones, complete with cabins, bonfires, and lakeside activities!
