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Spot de Shirley's Bay

Shirley's Bay

Shirley's Bay

Overview

Shirley's Bay is a bay on the Ottawa River west of Ottawa, adjacent to the Shirley's Bay military site (DND). The bay offers semi-sheltered water with access to the open river. Alternative to Britannia Beach, slightly further west.

Access from municipal park. Parking available. North, west, and east winds are all favorable thanks to the river and bay orientation. Watch for restrictions related to the adjacent military base.

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On the water

Ottawa River — semi-sheltered bay. Freshwater, moderate river current. Sandy to rocky bottom. Variable depth. The bay attenuates the river current. Water 18-22°C in summer.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Hazards

Adjacent military base — respect exclusion zones. Ottawa River current. Boat traffic. Rocky bottom in places. Do not drift into the main river current.

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