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Nepean Sportsplex (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Nepean Sportsplex?

91%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 91% Kids-Friendly: Kids up to 12 can zoom down the waterslide, join free Saturday swim, skate or gym games, and run on fields, while parents use family change rooms; only a small indoor play zone is missing.

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

Positives:

  • Free Parking & Wi-Fi: Complimentary parking and public Wi-Fi make planning breaks easy.
  • Accessible Facilities: Ramps, elevators and family change rooms support strollers and small children.
  • Low-Cost Family Programs: Multiple free or low-fee options stretch your budget for a full day of fun.

Challenges:

  • Weekend Crowds: Public swim and skate sessions fill quickly on Saturdays—plan to arrive early.
  • Limited Family Change Rooms: Only one private family change room can mean short waits during peak times.
  • Pool Rules & Heights: Waterslide and wading pool have height limits; check rules posted at the Aquatics Centre.
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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 kids?

  1. Family public swim with waterslide at $10.
  2. Free Saturday swim, skate and gym drop-in.
  3. Indoor ice rinks with skate rentals.
  4. Outdoor sports fields with free parking.
  5. On-site café offers snacks and Wi-Fi.

Recommended visit duration: 1.5-3 hours

Why 1.5-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for a swim, skate session and a break without rushing younger children.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Nepean Sportsplex

Family Public Swim:

Enjoy the leisure pool, wading pool and waterslide together at a flat family rate.

Tip: Check the pool schedule online and arrive 10 minutes early to secure lockers and float toys.

Saturday Play Free Drop-In:

Access public swim, skate and open gym sports every Saturday at no charge for kids and one adult.

Tip: Review start times on ottawa.ca and bring non-marking shoes for gym activities.

Saturday Free Family Skate:

Join the free public skate each Saturday in one of the indoor rinks.

Tip: Bring your own skates or rent on site, and pack helmets for extra safety.

Outdoor Sports Fields:

Use the baseball diamonds, soccer and turf fields to let kids burn energy.

Tip: Wear running shoes and visit weekday mornings for quieter fields.

Maple Café Snack Break:

Grab coffee, snacks or hot chocolate with free Wi-Fi and seating.

Tip: Order kid-friendly hot chocolate and use the lounge area for a rest between activities.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Nepean Sportsplex

  1. Download the Schedule: Save the weekly swim and skate times on your phone to plan your visit.
  2. Bring Your Own Gear: Pack skates and helmets to avoid rental lines and extra costs.
  3. Pack Essentials: Include extra swimsuits, towels and waterproof diapers to keep kids comfortable.
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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, focus on indoor pool and rink activities. In spring/fall, combine a swim with a walk on the paved fitness trail behind the Sportsplex.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Family public swim (up to 4)CAD 10
Skate rental (2 pairs)CAD 7
Maple Café snacksCAD 16
Total EstimatedCAD 33

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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