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.
Camping in the city.
Situated just 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in a natural tree-filled setting, the Wesley Clover Parks Campground is a beautiful urban getaway equipped with places to bike, updated amenities and more.
Open May 3 – October 15, 2024.
Horseback riding summer camps.
Excellent horsemanship skills start with the very first horse or pony experiences! Designed for children with little to no equine experience, our beginner day camps are the perfect way introduce your child to horseback riding and feed their love of animals in a fun and safe environment.
2024 summer camp registration is now open.
Watch world-class show jumping.
The Ottawa Equestrian Tournaments will welcome hundreds of athletes to compete in our nation's capital in July and August! Prepare to be captivated as world-class riders and their equine partners come together for an electrifying display of athleticism and precision.
Bring the whole family along for a beautiful summer day of equestrian sport. Our events offer something for everyone, including a beer garden with prime views of the show jumping action, local vendors, a kids zone and more.
“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!
Event Spotlight:
Spurs & Sparkles
Our programming partners.
