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Nepean Sportsplex (with baby)

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How Baby-Friendly is Nepean Sportsplex?

76%Baby-Friendly
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What makes it 76% Baby-Friendly: Stroller-friendly ramps, family change rooms and a warm wading pool welcome babies, but there is no permanent nursing room and few parent-tot classes, so parents must plan self-care breaks.

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Reviews4.4/ 5
(from 2,738 reviews)

Positives:

  • Accessible facilities: Ramps, elevators and universal change rooms make it easy to navigate with a stroller.
  • Free parking and Wi-Fi: Complimentary parking and public Wi-Fi let you relax without extra cost.

Challenges:

  • No permanent nursing room: Private nursing station is only set up during the annual expo; call ahead for options.
  • Pool fees for adults: Adults pay standard admission to use the pools; babies under 2 enter free.
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What is Nepean Sportsplex?

  • A city-run multi-purpose sports and recreation complex in Ottawa’s west end
  • Incorporating three NHL-sized ice rinks, a 50 m Olympic-length pool, a leisure pool with water slide, squash courts, gymnasiums and a fully equipped fitness centre
  • Featuring gallery and meeting spaces, café amenities and adjacent outdoor sports fields within a single integrated facility

What is so special about Nepean Sportsplex for with baby?

  1. Shallow wading pool for safe baby splash time
  2. Smooth 3 km paved trail ideal for stroller walks
  3. Family change rooms and ramps for easy diaper changes
  4. On-site café with snacks, coffee and free Wi-Fi
  5. Free parking, Wi-Fi and baby-friendly gallery visit

Recommended visit duration: 1.5-3 hours

Why 1.5-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: This gives time for pool play, a stroller walk and a café break without rushing.

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Baby-Friendly Activities in Nepean Sportsplex

Children’s wading pool:

Shallow beach-entry pool perfect for parent-and-baby splash time.

Tip: Bring swim diapers and a small float; babies under 2 swim free; adult pool admission applies.

Outdoor stroller walk:

3 km paved trail behind the Sportsplex for a smooth stroller outing.

Tip: Use a weather-appropriate cover; aim for morning hours for quieter paths.

Foyer Gallery visit:

Glass-walled gallery with rotating art exhibits, welcoming to babies.

Tip: Go midweek or early afternoon to avoid crowds; fold stroller easily to pass between exhibits.

Family change rooms:

Private barrier-free rooms with changing tables and a bench.

Tip: Use these for quick diaper changes; no extra cost beyond facility entry.

Maple Café break:

On-site café with snacks, hot drinks and free Wi-Fi.

Tip: Grab a latte while baby naps in the stroller; both card and cash accepted.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Nepean Sportsplex

  1. Check pool schedule: Use the online timetable to pick less crowded swim times with your baby.
  2. Visit on Saturday: Enjoy free family swim sessions for your baby and one adult on Saturdays.
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Reviews of Nepean Sportsplex

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Audrey Lu

Audrey Lu

Jul 2025

me and husband Jeremiah Paulson got married here. wonderful place. not only were the maggots delicious, but the mold added a beautiful decoration to the venue. had two guests, the rats. loved them. My husband loved drinking the pool water too! It was a nice bonus to the amazing sound of lockers closing and kids shouting!

Samadrita Choudhary

Samadrita Choudhary

May 2025

We came here for swimming, very clean and vast infrastructure, less crowded than other swimming pools around Nepean, good for change. Recommended, there are other options to try out here such as fitness center and other sports facilities.

Abimbola Ogundiran

Abimbola Ogundiran

Apr 2025

The Nepean Sportsplex is a Class A facility, which means it's big and offers standard professional-sized facilities from Swimming pools with diving towers and springboards to Hockey Rinks, children's wading pool, weight room, squash courts, studio and gymnasium. This standard facility is well maintained with clear signage, which helps with navigation. I've used the 50m and 25m pools a few times, a...

Steve Andrews

Steve Andrews

Mar 2025

The Sportsplex is a multiuser space that I really enjoy. I play hockey there weekly and find the facilities to be high quality and service to be excellent by the staff. Rinks are well maintained and good quality. Dressing rooms are also good. Of the three rinks, dressing rooms vary in their positives and negatives. But the staff keep them clean and maintain the ice well. The pool is Olympic leve...

Ferg

Ferg

Sep 2024

I came to this place to do swimming, the facility is very clean, the bathrooms and change rooms do not smell bad compared to Walter Baker or Minto Recreation Complex. There were many people at the pools, practicing water polo, diving, and swimming. The costumer service is also very well, and the people who work here are all nice. Overall, this place is a very nice place to go swimming and do oth...

When is the best time to visit Nepean Sportsplex (Ottawa, Canada)?

In winter, clear stroller paths may be icy—consider stroller snow wheels. In summer, pack sunscreen and a sun hat for the outdoor trail and café patio.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Two adult pool admissionsCAD 7.4
Café snack and drinkCAD 8
Total EstimatedCAD 15.4

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Nepean Sportsplex

Address: 1701 Woodroffe Ave, Nepean, ON K2G 1W2, Canada

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About Nepean Sportsplex

Opening Hours

Monday:6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:6:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:6:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+1 613-580-2828

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