Chapman Mills Conservation Area

There is a new shoreline observation deck but THE DOCK HAS BEEN REMOVED.
We came for the first time this year to paddle on the Rideau. There was no safe place to launch our kayaks.
When we put in downstream at Eccolands Park, Ghapman Mills is convenient for a picnic place or toilet stop. That’s no longer possible with no dock.
The old dock appears to be chained to the shore upstream in bushes away from the path.
It would be nice to have a canoe or kayak dock conveniently located near the picnic shelter.

Beautiful scenery and walking path. Great covered picnic area near the entrance and beside the river. There's a couple nice bridges and a fantastic HUGE tree - the kids loved climbing and playing pretend!

Cute board walk- a lot of people fishing. Can be crowded fast. Good for pictures and watching people boating on the river. Beautiful walk with your friends or dogs (on leash). The boardwalk is Right next to the main busy road which takes away from the beauty a bit so only giving it 3 stars.
Free Parking available.

Love coming here with friends and family. A great place for pets too. Not sure how accessible it is for people with accessibility issues though. Bit it is a nature trail.

It's a nice little walk in The suburban area of Barrhaven. We've walked out during the winter and summer.

Summertime is a little more interesting because of the many animals you might encounter, but winter hikes have been enjoyable too!

It's fairly small/short, about 45 minutes back and forth to the parking lot.