Mooney's Bay Ski Area
Trails Skied: Stadium, Skate Loop, Glide Wax: CH7, Grip Wax:
I think I've figured out the grooming schedule at this little gem of an urban ski park. Grooming seems to take place every afternoon, no doubt to prepare for the busy evening schedule of ski lessons. Today I arrived shortly after the grooming was completed, and spent a very pleasant hour cruising the skate trails in the afternoon sun. The grooming was superb, with deep, firm classic tracks (the kind we so seldom see in Gatineau Park). All the icy patches are now covered with snow, and my pole tips only broke through to the ice a couple of times. The snow is still best on the upper fields and in the orchard next to Hog's Back Road. That area also gives the best protection from the west wind, which tends to be strong along the beach. The skiers' side of Mt. Mooney has nice packed powder, great for climbing or descending. Enjoy it while the snow lasts- the season at Mooney's is all too short.
Mooney's Bay offers skiing inside the Ottawa city limits! There are 5.5 km of groomed trails for classic and skate with some portions lit at night. Perfect for after work. Perfect for the entire family. To view course offerings: Ottawa 2021/2022 Recreation Registration Page.
Terry Fox Athletic Facility (at Mooney's Bay Park) 2960 Riverside Drive 613-580-3575
Features:
- Access to the trails for a reasonable daily rate of ONLY $3.75 per day or $39.75 for the season.
- Free parking!
- Rentals by 'Lafleur de la Capital' #613-298-3775
- Indoor change rooms and washrooms
- Lit trails for night skiing
- A ski tuck shop and hot chocolate for sale
- Official sponsor 'Fresh Air Experience'
- Free information on equipment, clothing, waxing, trails and related services
The indoor facility will be open from mid December through early March (weather permitting), at the following times: 9 am to 9 pm Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday.
(Updated: 2021/12/10)
