Hog's Back Falls
Hog's Back Falls / Chutes Hog's Back
A stepped waterfall formed where the Rideau River has eroded its rock bed south of the city, beside the canal's Hog's Back locks and a favorite spot for locals to picnic and stroll.
The falls are not natural. In the 19th century, a dam built during canal construction diverted the river, carving out the layered rapids seen today. The park has trails, a viewing bridge and snack kiosks, and you can watch boats pass through the swing bridge and the locks. Admission is free. It is about 15 minutes' drive from downtown and can be visited together with Dow's Lake.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dow's Lake
- Commissioners Park
- Canadian Museum of Nature
- Sparks Street
- Bank of Canada Museum
- Canadian War Museum
- Supreme Court of Canada Building
- National War Memorial