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This Trail Near Ottawa Has An Observation Tower With Golden Views As Far As The Eye Can See

Climb the 18-metre tower for a look out over the forest.

This Trail Near Ottawa Has An Observation Tower With Golden Views As Far As The Eye Can See
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For a jaw-dropping view of the fall leaves, you can climb to the top of an observation tower on this hiking trail near Ottawa.

Mont Morissette Regional Park is less than two hours away from Ottawa and well worth the drive for the next-level view of the golden foliage as far as the eye can see.

Visiting the park is free, and inside, you can explore a 2.1-kilometre trail that will take you to an 18-metre tall observation tower.

After climbing to the top, you'll be able to enjoy a panoramic view of several lakes and the colourful leaves.

If you're searching for ideas for what to do this weekend, why not plan a road trip with your friends and see the lesser-known gem for yourself.

Mont Morissette Regional Park

Price: Free

Address: 35 Chem. du Lac Long, Blue Sea, QC

Why You Need To Go: The observation platform has multiple levels where you can photograph the fall colours.

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  • Stephanie White
    Stephanie White was an Ottawa-based Associate Editor for Narcity Canada. She has been writing mouthwatering food and wanderlust-inspiring articles for Canadians since 2012. She has a B.A. and B.Ed. from Ottawa University. When she isn't writing, you can find her travelling the globe and trying new restaurants. Stephanie has previously been published on Insider, Flight Network, Apartment Therapy, Faces Magazine, Daily Hive, Dished and The Spruce.

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