Best kayak outfitter in the city! This is my 2nd year renting from Riverview. So convenient, the…read moreequipment is brought to the park for us, and everything is super clean and in excellent condition. Sylvie, the owner is fantastic. Most affordable way to paddle different waterways if you don't own your own equipment.

From the owner: Why paddle with RiVERViEW Mobile Kayak Rental? For the View!…read more Ottawa has some many TURTLES. Come out and see them. You won't regret it! Paddling with Riverview Mobile Kayak Rental offers you a peaceful and relaxing time on the water where you can observed Midland Painted, Northern Map and Snapping turtles amongst many great birds and four legged creatures such as Beavers and River Otters. Our kayaks are all recreational. Sit inside or sit on top. We also have stand up paddle boards. We provide personal floating device, paddle and safety kit. Our kayaks, SUP and equipment are all very clean and well maintained.

Ottawa's original & gnarly little board shop, they have been doing business forever - recently…read morecelebrating their 30th anniversary. Surfside has been serving the Nation's Capital with the best skate/snow/wake/surf/wind - board and ski gear forever. They always stock a variety of boards: - Skateboard - Longboard - Wakeboard - Wakeskate - Wakesurf - Sailboard - Kiteboard - Waterski - Kneeboard - Inflatables - Snowboard

From the owner: We specialize in sales and servicing of boards for just about everything except ironing boards…read more Surf boards,SUP's (stand up paddle boards) snowboards, skateboards, longboards, wakeboards, water skis (even though they aren't boards), wakesurfers, wakeskates, hydrofoils, skim boards, if you can ride it down a hill, a wave or whatever, there's a good chance we have it, except of course, scooters. We do not and probably never will sell scooters.

They have an amazing service. The guys there was very friendly and knowledgeable, so you park at…read moretheir very unique spot (blue bus and a volley ball net) then they help you set up a paddle carrier on top of ur ace, very easy and they give you instructions on how to set up the paddle themselves once you arrive at locations. We took the 4 hrs deal and you need a life jacket for 5$ extra.. the 4 hrs is 30$ plus tax! Then you drive to meech lake which is 15 minutes away! My oh my the most beautiful location to paddle.. very serene and calm, lovely scenery we really enjoyed every bit of this adventure!

Great location to get outdoors and explore! Easy to get to from Ottawa or Kingston. Just north of…read moreSydenham with great trails and activities for all levels.

Great store and staff Lots of knowledge about all your…read morewater needs Also great selection of rentals too

Trailhead used to be in a really cool rustic looking post and beam building at Scott St and McRae…read moreAve, but that building was torn down to make way for condos (story of my neighbourhood). So it moved to the Fairlawn Plaza which is across the street from Carlingwood Mall. The older building had much more character, and was really fitting for Trailhead, which is an outdoor adventure kind of store, like MEC. Nonetheless the new store is doing well. Admittedly, when I walk into these kinds of stores, I am like a fish out of water. I have zero interest in kayaking, camping or climbing mountains. I like the temperature controlled climates of enclosed shopping malls, museums, theatres, and restaurants (and don't ask me if I want a seat on the patio, because the answer will always be "no." Lol). Actually, I do like the outdoors, but only when the weather is fair (20 degrees Celsius, no precipitation), the sun is setting, and the bugs haven't come out yet. I am not sporty nor outdoorsy. So why the heck do I even go to Trailhead, you ask? Because they have some cute clothes! They have a great selection of prAna jeans (ethically made, sustainable, and organic fabrics) and they have clothes that are great for travel, like they fold up real small and don't wrinkle (brands like FIG from Montreal, and Toad and Co.). Their prices are on the higher side, but they do have sales, although their sales are not as discounted as at Bushtukah or Sail. Nonetheless, I like going in to poke around, but only for clothes because I have no idea what most of the other stuff in there is for ;) Oh, they also sell Canada Goose jackets. These are also of no interest to me, as I try to avoid situations where I have to be outside when it's -30 degrees. Lots of free parking in the plaza.

The person who helped me with the purchase of my cross country skis was Tyler. He was extremely…read moreknowledgeable, and very helpful. He taught me the proper way to use the bindings, and was patient with all of my unending questions. There was never any pressure, just education, and assistance. On another note, I was pleasantly surprised at the price of the skis and bindings. The same brand and style was much less expensive than at their competitor. I can honestly say that the only reason I was in there was because I had a gift card, but I realize now that my bias that they are too expensive has been quashed. their prices for good quality items was very fair.

We took a three generation (ages 6 to 80) raft trip (low intensity) last Friday, all on same raft,…read moreand it was fabulous. The Owl Rafting people were great--good humored, young, sociable, experienced, funny, very competent. A lot of attention given to safety, and the equipment was good. The ride was very exciting--a lot of action but nothing scary. The food on the pontoon boat at the end was very good (grilled pork chops, orzo salad, vegetable salad etc.) The scenery was fantastic--we're not sure why the Upper Ottawa seems unknown to so many tourists, but we hope it stays that way. The river is huge (more like a large lake in places), the forest looks primeval, and there are very few houses.

My friends and I went there this week. My husband and I stayed overnight in a darling cabana. Our…read morefriends camped. The day of our rafting we were served a scrumptious breakfast. I was surprised how delicious it was. We were eating right by the waterfront which was gorgeous. The rafting experience was absolutely amazing. Run very well and very efficiently. When we were on the water it was truly magical experience. We are so glad we came. After rafting we were served a scrumptious late lunch on a pontoon boat. And we're towed back to the beginning. . I should not say told back we sailed back to the our headquarters. There we were able to view the video of our days excursion. I'll rafting exceeded my expectations. I made it one of the most memorable days of my summer. I would absolutely recommend it.