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Fall View of Ottawa River

Centennial Park

A beloved local spot, Centennial Park - often called the “Catwalk” - offers beautiful views of the Petawawa River rapids. Winding paved trails and riverfront scenery make it an ideal place for a relaxed walk or picnic, with easy access points from Park Drive and Victoria Street.

Woodland Trails

The Woodland Trails offer a peaceful 30‑ to 60‑minute hike or snowshoe through quiet forest surroundings. Completed in 2019, the main loop provides an easy escape into nature, with smaller side trails - including a scenic extension along the western edge - adding variety to the walk.

Petawawa Terrace

The Woodland Trails offer a peaceful 30‑ to 60‑minute hike or snowshoe through quiet forest surroundings. Completed in 2019, the main loop provides an easy escape into nature, with smaller side trails - including a scenic extension along the western edge - adding variety to the walk.

Algonquin Trail

The Ottawa Valley Recreational Trail is a scenic 296 km route following a former railway line and linking communities from Smiths Falls to Mattawa. In Petawawa, a dedicated, non‑motorized walking section of the Algonquin Trail runs alongside Petawawa Boulevard from Town Centre to Portage Road, offering an easy, accessible route through town. At Petawawa Junction, walkers can stop by the Visitor Information Centre (open May to September), with year‑round washrooms and parking available - making it a convenient starting point or rest stop along the trail.

Barron Canyon

High Falls Cheater Trail

8.5km Out & Back Trail

Follow this scenic trail to High Falls, where a short scramble leads to a stunning natural waterslide. Don't forget your swimsuit and a picnic to make the most of this refreshing outdoor adventure.

Barron Canyon Loop

1.5km Loop

Enjoy stunning views of the 100-metre-deep Barron Canyon on this short, well-maintained interpretive trail. A gentle incline leads to the lookout, where breathtaking scenery awaits.

Eastern Pines Trails

19km loop

This scenic loop can be completed as a long day or an overnight backpacking trip. The trail winds through towering Eastern white pines, past glacial boulders, lakes, and waterfalls.

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email: tourism@petawawa.ca
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We acknowledge that the Town of Petawawa was incorporated on the traditional, unceded, and unsurrendered Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. We recognize Petawawa's long history which predates the first arrival of colonists as early as 1613 and its significance to the indigenous peoples who lived and continue to live upon it and whose spiritual practices are tied to this land. We commit to understanding the profound impact and harm of colonization, honouring indigenous rights, and embracing reconciliation as a core responsibility. We further commit to honouring the reconciliation process by learning about the 7 Grandfather Teachings of love, respect, bravery, truth, honesty, humility, and wisdom, and applying these lessons to our stewardship of this land.

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