Welcome to
The Parks
A four-season community hub for outdoor recreation.
A not-for-profit initiative, Wesley Clover Parks is an innovative, four-season outdoor recreation and learning hub dedicated to promoting health and education. We connect you with nature and the great outdoors in the National Capital Greenbelt that encircles the City of Ottawa.
Discover & Learn: New Introductory Horse Programs
Designed as welcoming first steps into the world of horses, our introductory programs offer meaningful, hands-on experiences for those curious about horsemanship, no prior experience required! From casual, social interactions with horses to more structured skill-building programs: check out Discover Horses for a single-session, hands-on experience, or Riding Foundations for a structured, multi-week introduction to horsemanship.
Magic of Lights Ottawa.
Magic of Lights Ottawa is back for its 10th season, lighting up the Wesley Clover Parks Campground with over two million dazzling lights! Drive through a dazzling holiday wonderland, stroll illuminated trails, snap the perfect photo, and enjoy festive treats — all while supporting CHEO.
November 21, 2025 - January 3, 2026.
Horseback Riding Camp: March Break and summer registration now open.
Our beginner day camps are designed for children with little to no previous horseback riding experience. We focus on an all-inclusive approach to horsemanship as a first contact for anyone interested in horses and equestrian sport!
Last year booked up fast, don’t wait to save your spot!
“We do a lot here.”
From introducing students to horseback riding through the Ian Millar School of Horsemanship, to camping, soccer, skiing, mountain biking, events and more. Take a look at what we have going on at #TheParks!
In the Community:
Spurs & Sparkles 2025 Raises $151,967 for the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation
For the fourth year running, Spurs & Sparkles brought our community together for an unforgettable night of generosity, laughter, and friendly competition — showing just how much sparkle and spirit we can create when we unite for a great cause.
Our programming partners.
