Discover the Charm of Five Span Bridge Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, head towards Pakenham in the Ottawa Valley. From Ottawa, take Highway 416 North and merge onto Highway 417. Continue on Highway 417 and take exit 169 for County Rd 29 towards Pakenham. Follow County Rd 29 until you reach Pakenham. Once in Pakenham, turn onto Kinburn Side Rd. The Five Span Bridge Park will be located at 4916 Kinburn Side Rd on your left-hand side. There is no entry fee for the park.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, you will need to take a bus from Ottawa to Arnprior. Check OC Transpo for bus schedules to Arnprior (Route 88). From Arnprior, you will need to take a taxi or rideshare service to reach Five Span Bridge Park, as public transport options are limited. The taxi ride from Arnprior to the park is approximately 20 minutes and will cost around $30 to $40 CAD.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, cycling to Five Span Bridge Park is a scenic option. Start from Ottawa and take the Ottawa River Pathway towards Kanata. From Kanata, follow local roads to Pakenham, ensuring you have a map or GPS for navigation. Once you reach Pakenham, head to Kinburn Side Rd. The park is approximately 45 km from Ottawa and may take around 2-3 hours depending on your cycling speed. Make sure to wear a helmet and bring water.