Parks, paths and recreation
Osgoode's recreational places include the Doug Thompson Pathway and the community centre grounds.
12 parks, trails, recreation centres and libraries are mapped in the Osgoode area from OpenStreetMap, each linked to its source.
Updated · Facts on this page link to their sources
The community centre's adjacent park has play structures and basketball courts. Nearby on River Road, W.A. Taylor Conservation Area offers a boat launch, picnic space and a short nature trail beside the Rideau River.
Parks, trails and recreation
Neighbourhood parks
9Bramble Lane Park - Ridgewood Tot Lot
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Ferdinand Park Walkway
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Joella Park
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Osgoode Community Centre
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Osgoode Village Park
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Peace Park
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Taylor Park
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
W.A. Taylor Conservation Area
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Long Island Marina
Recreation centres & libraries
3Osgoode Community Centre Ice Rink
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Osgoode Youth Association
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Ottawa Public Library - Osgoode Branch
In Osgoodeopenstreetmap.org
Quick answers
Short answers first; each links to the full answer and its sources.
What is the Doug Thompson Pathway?
The Doug Thompson Pathway is the route previously known as the Osgoode Link. The City describes it as a 20-kilometre pathway for pedestrians and cyclists that opened in 2011.
As of 2026-10-30 · pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com
Where are the play areas in Osgoode?
The park beside the Osgoode Community Centre has play structures, basketball courts and picnic facilities. The City lists the community centre and Stuart Holmes Arena at 5660 Osgoode Main Street.
As of 2026-10-30 · ottawa.ca
Where can you reach the Rideau River near Osgoode?
W.A. Taylor Conservation Area at 3240 River Road offers a boat launch, fishing access, picnic space and a short nature trail. It is a nearby river destination rather than a facility on the village's main street.
As of 2026-10-30 · rvca.ca
Is there an indoor skating arena in Osgoode?
Stuart Holmes Arena is part of the Osgoode Community Centre at 5660 Osgoode Main Street. It appears in the City's drop-in skating locations directory.
What youth programmes are available in Osgoode?
The Osgoode Youth Association, known as O-YA, is at 5479 Osgoode Main Street. Its teen drop-in programme is for Grades 7–12 and requires registration forms on the first visit.