Ethan BrownGreen’s Creek is an area with a very interesting topology. We’re talking steep ravines in one area and plateaus in another area. Scientists are fascinated because, aside from these peculiarities, there are a lot of fish fossils found in the creek.
During the summer, it’s popular among active people who love hiking and trekking, and nature lovers with cameras looped around their necks. In the winter, kids and families hang out in the area – skiing, laughing, and enjoying the cold winter air. It’s a beloved area.
So if you’re a nature lover, hiker, or a parent looking for a fun new place to spend the weekend with the family, check out this ultimate guide for all things Green’s Creek before you go!
Where is Green’s Creek?
You can find Green’s Creek in eastern Ottawa. It’s south of the Ottawa River, and is bound by Beacon Hill to its west, Hiawatha Park, Convent Hill, and Chapel Hill to its east. South of Green’s Creek are Mer Bleue and Blackburn.
How to Get to Green’s Creek
By commute: You can ride the O-train and get off at Blair Station. This will take about 15 minutes. From there, you need to take a short walk to the Blair D bus stop and get on a bus on route 21. Your stop is Canotek Road.
From there, you can just walk the Ottawa River Pathway to P27. Overall, this commute will take around 40 minutes.
By car: You can take the Trans-Canada Highway and exit onto Road 174. Continue on and take another exit onto Ottawa 34. From there, take a turn at St. Joseph Boulevard and turn onto Bearbook Road. You can then drive to P26. This takes around 15 minutes.
What to Do and See in Green’s Creek
Ride a canoe all the way down Green’s Creek
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In warmer months from May to September, you can enjoy riding a canoe down the creek. It’s fun and a great way to get exercise and fresh air. We suggest this for those with more canoe-paddling experience, since there can be portages and tough maneuvers.
But many people find the challenge exhilarating and fun. It’s also a good team-building activity idea.
Enjoy some beach volleyball around Shefford Park
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Address: 813 Shefford
Contact: +1 613-794-0003
If you like team sports like volleyball and don’t mind a little friendly competition, you can rent a court at Shefford Park.
As of the time of writing, rent is about $30 per court per hour if it’s peak hours, which are Monday to Friday from 5 PM to 9 PM and weekends. But you can also pay the day rate at $120. During off-peak hours, you only need to pay $20 per hour per court and $80 per day.
This is inclusive of balls, music, and any assistance you need to get the game going. They even have caterers who can cook barbecue for a fun team dinner after the game.
Just always make sure to wear sunscreen and bring bug spray if you’re sensitive to insect bites!
Take a nature hike using the Greenbelt Pathway East
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If you want to just take a step back and clear your head with a hike, the Greenbelt Pathway East is a 5.8-kilometre trail that you can check out. It takes about 90 to 120 minutes to complete and has a 153-meter elevation gain.
You’ll get to be surrounded by trees, breathe fresh air, and enjoy a good workout all in one activity. Check out more details about the trail here.
Play a game of golf at White Sands
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Address: 1705 St Joseph Blvd
Business Hours: Daily (7:30 AM – 6 PM)
Contact: +1613-837-GOLF (4653)
You can also unwind with a game of golf at White Sands with your buddies. They have a nine-hole par-three course and a driving range that you can enjoy at White Sands. Depending on the time you have on your hands, you can play a quick game or a longer one.
Whether you’re a pro or a beginner, you’ll be accommodated at White Sands. They offer golf lessons and instruction, so even first-timers can have a go.
Snowboard at Green Creek Sliding Hill Park
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Practice your Ollies at the Green Creek Sliding Jill Park. Trails at 61 and 63 start at P26 as well. Always make sure to check for trail closures and bring your safety gear. You can also check the trail map here.
Where to Eat and Drink near Green’s Creek
Raahi Indian Dhaba
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Address: 5370 Canotek Rd
Pricing: $ $
Business Hours:
- Monday-Saturday (11:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
- Closed on Sundays
Contact: +1613-515-0544
Raahi Indian Dhaba serves traditional Indian comfort food and is perfect for a quick bite when you’re travelling. Their tandoori chicken is a crowd favourite because it’s juicy and packed with flavour.
They’re also known for good and affordable Indian street food such as pani puri, dahi puri, bhel, and samosas. Their servings are also hearty, so you’ll be recharged for all the activities you’re going to do in Green’s Creek!
Smoky’s
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Address: 902 Shefford Rd
Pricing: $$$
Business Hours:
Contact: +1613-745-6161
If you’re in the mood for some pizza, sausages, smoked meat, wings, and poutine, Smoky’s is the way to go.
Their poutine is mouth-wateringly good, especially if you’re having it after a day’s worth of sports and physical activity. Imagine fries with cheese curds and smothered in hot gravy.
Umbrella Burger
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Address: 2183 Ogilvie Rd
Pricing: $$
Business Hours:
- Sunday-Thursday (11:30 AM – 10 PM)
- Friday-Saturday (11:30 AM – 11 PM)
Contact: +16137427870
Umbrella Burger serves mean burgers, chicken sandwiches, mac n’ cheese, and yummy sides. What we love about them is that relish, tomatoes, and other add-ons except bacon are free. They also have delicious soft serve shakes and beer to wash it all down.
These are delicious, especially after a full day of physical activity in Green’s Creek. Kids will love it as well.
Portugalos Restaurant
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Address: 110 Bearbrook Rd #2A
Pricing: $$$
Business Hours:
- Tuesday (3 PM – 8:30 PM)
- Wednesday-Thursday (11:30 AM – 8:30 PM)
- Friday (11:30 AM – 9 PM)
- Saturday (3 PM – 9 PM)
- Sunday (12 PM – 8:30 PM)
Contact: +1 613-830-2444
If you’re looking for a place that’s intimate, special, and serving food you don’t typically get to eat every day, Portugalos is a great option. They serve amazing poulet piri piri (or peri-peri).
Plus, the fried squid and steak here are also must-tries. It’s a great restaurant for family dinners and dates. We also appreciate their attention to detail in their dishes and the consistency of their quality.
While it’s generally a family-friendly place, a lot of the food is quite spicy, so that’s something to keep in mind, especially if you have children with you.
The Bad Alibi
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Address: 5935 Jeanne D’Arc Blvd S
Pricing: $$
Business Hours: Daily (8 AM – 1 AM)
Contact: +1613-424-7000
Now, if you want to have a drink or two with your friends, The Bad Alibi is the place to be. They serve cocktails, beer aplenty, and pub food. You can bring your friends here to shoot the breeze and just chill.
Our favourite? The roasted pork belly. It’s sinfully delicious and something that we order each time we go here. It’s perfect with ice-cold beer.
Where to Stay near Green’s Creek
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
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Address: 500 Brisebois Cres
Contact: 1-613-8248444
Most of us are familiar with the Holiday Inn chain of hotels; the Ottawa East – Orleans branch is a hotel near Green’s Creek. It’s a good hotel for a staycation with your family because of its amenities, delicious complimentary breakfast, gym, and indoor heated pool.
The inclusions for a night’s stay include toiletries, coffee- and tea-making facilities, a flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and an en-suite bathroom. It’s a place perfect for families staying for a few days.
The hotel is pet-friendly as well! They also have free parking, which adds to the overall convenience.
Travelodge
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Address: 1486 Innes Rd
Contact: +1800 578-7878
Travelodge is another good option that’s near Green’s Creek. Every room here is equipped with a comfortable bed, clean and crisp sheets, toiletries, a bathtub, a mini bar, and a microwave.
They have satellite television, an ergonomic chair that’s perfect for lounging, and guest laundry services. If you’re bringing a car, they also offer free parking for guests.
The price of a night’s stay here is a bit pricey, but given the quality of amenities and the proximity to tourist spots and essential stores, you get your money’s worth here.
Beacon Hill Motel
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Address: 1668 Montréal Rd
Contact: +1613-745-6818
If you’re just staying the night and need a good crash pad, the Beacon Hill Motel is another option. Its inclusions are comfy beds, clean towels, a small kitchen with a refrigerator and microwave, free Wi-Fi, and a television.
Guests get free parking and a takeaway breakfast. Their check-in starts at 12 PM, but check-out is a bit early at 11 AM, so make sure to keep that in mind.
You can try to request a late check-out, but it’s subject to the availability of rooms.
Quality Inn
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Address: 3363 St Joseph Blvd
Contact: +1855 285-6072
If you want somewhere that’s affordable and child-friendly, Quality Inn on Joseph Boulevard is a good choice. Those 18 and below stay for free.
You also get a complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, use of the gym, hot tub, fax and copy machines, laundry services, and a work area. In case you get hungry, they have vending machines in the hotel for quick snacks.
Each room has comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, a coffee-maker, and a microwave. They have the usual facilities commonly seen in hotels. It’s decent, clean, and overall a great place to stay while you’re in town.
