Kichi Sibi Winter Trail

Trails Skied: 3, 7, 10, 11, Glide Wax: Fishscales, Grip Wax:

Conditions were good. Not too busy, no ice. Saw lots of Goldeneye ducks on the river especially between Parkdale and Remic Rapids. The classic tracks were ski able but not ideal. Fishscales did not give a strong glide but were good when it started to snow and there was some fresh snow in the track :) . Skate skiing appeared good. Thanks for opening it all up for us.













Gatineau park map


The Kichi Sibi Winter Trail is a groomed multi-use winter trail that stretches along the Ottawa River Capital Pathway, from the Lebreton Flats just west of Parliament Hill to Dominion Station. The trail welcomes all users whether they are walkers, skiers, runners, snowshoers or fat bikers.

Two tracks are set for classic cross country skiers. Between these tracks, the trail is groomed for snowshoers, walkers, runners, skate skiers and bikers. The walking track follows the existing pathway’s route. Serpentine loops increase the distance to the ski track at the Selby Plains and Remic Rapids greenspaces and at open lands adjacent to the War Museum and Champlain Bridge, for a total trail length of more than 16 kilometres. Points of interest along the trail include the Westboro Beach tobogganing hill, the John Ceprano rock sculptures and the café at the War Museum.

The trail is easily accessed. Running parallel to the O-Train Confederation Line, convenient connections to public transit are available at: Pimisi, Bayview and Tunney’s Pasture stations. Buses run to Dominion Station (future Kìchì Sìbì LRT station) as well. Parking spots are located at Westboro Beach, Champlain Park and the Canadian War Museum.

Kitchi Sibi Winter Trail map