Gatineau Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gatineau Park featuring forest scenes, a garden and tranquil scenes
Gatineau Park featuring a garden and flowers
Gatineau Park
Gatineau Park which includes a garden and forest scenes
Gatineau Park which includes a garden

With its diverse ecosystems, wildlife and national heritage, this park is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts in both summer and winter.

Gatineau Park is an impressive conservation park just 15 minutes from Parliament Hill in Canada’s National Capital Region. With historic treasures, natural beauty and a rich biodiversity, the park is a popular destination for all seasons. 

Gatineau Park has over 139 square miles (361 square kilometres) of woodland and lakes. Occupation of the park dates back 8,000 years. In the 19th century, settlers and industrialists came to enjoy the natural parklands. 

In the summer, when the maple and cedar trees are in bloom, explore the 103 miles (165 kilometres) of hiking trails and scenic bikeways. Learn about the ecosystem of the Eardley Escarpment, where over half of the park’s endangered plant and animal species can be found. Enjoy the view of Ottawa River Valley from King Mountain, and explore the marble tunnels at Lusk Cave, a geological wonder that is thousands of years old.

Visit the impressive Mackenzie King Estate, the summer home of Canada’s 10th Prime Minister, William Lyon Mackenzie King. Walk through the heritage gardens, see the original Victorian cottages and discover King’s fascination with ruins, including stones from Westminster Palace in England. 

Bring your canoe and camp by La Pêche Lake, Philippe Lake or Taylor Lake. Swim at one of the five beaches or take a picnic lunch and relax at a lookout. Fish, in-line skate or take an interpretative nature walk. Watch for otter, beaver and the rare Blanding’s turtle. The park is also home to black bears, white-tailed deer, raccoons, marten, timber wolves and the eastern wolf. Pack your binoculars to spot nearly 230 species of birds.

In winter, cross-country ski, enjoy a winter hike or snowshoe along one of North America’s largest multi-use trail networks. Stay for the day or spend the night in a cabin, yurt or winter tent.

Call ahead to check opening hours as they vary between seasons. In the winter, contact Gatineau Park for details about parking fees and ski passes.

Moulin Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa

Moulin Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
60 Mill Road, PO Box 599, La Peche, QC
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Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
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The price is ₹12,218 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹12,218
₹14,497 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is ₹6,616 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹6,616
₹7,873 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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7.6/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)
"Hotel staff were super nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
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Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West

Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West

2 out of 5
1385 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa, ON
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7/10 Good! (1,646 reviews)
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Residence & Conference Centre - Ottawa West
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
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8.2/10 Very Good! (3,766 reviews)
"Great stay!"

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Cartier Place Suite Hotel
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