--- title: 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways date: 2024-05-30T14:33:00-04:00 author: admin canonical_url: "https://www.southeasternontario.ca/destinations/1000-islands-rideau-canal-waterways/" section: Destinations --- ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth2400px/Davis-Lock-3-Rideau-Canal-1.jpg) Places to go # 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways ## Take the scenic route Cruise the 1000 Islands and experience unforgettable views, a rich heritage, and spectacular recreational experiences. Take the scenic route up or down the Rideau Canal World Heritage Site – wind your way along the 202-kilometer-long waterway as you visit historic sites, charming villages and attractions. [ Visit 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways ](https://www.1000islandsrideaucanalwaterways.com) [ Visit Rideau Canal ](https://www.visitrideaucanal.com/) ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/Logos/visitor-guide.jpg) ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/Logos/Screen-Shot-2021-06-09-at-11.03.09-AM.png) ## Experience along the waterways [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/37341/Spoons-Winchester-United-Church-2023-Photo-credit-by-Marissa-Dubrofsky.jpg) music Entertainment Arts & Culture Small Halls brings big music to South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/small-halls-brings-big-music-to-south-eastern-ontario/) [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/21_22-BOQ-EVENTS-PORCHFEST59.jpg) events Entertainment 40 events that make September shine in SEO ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/40-events-that-make-september-shine-in-seo/) [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/dunder2.jpg) beauty Outdoor & Adventure Wander like a Local Autumn Splendor: The ultimate fall guide through the colours of South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/autumn-splendor-the-ultimate-fall-guide-through-the-colours-of-south-eastern-ontario/) [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/RS3870__MG_6298.jpg) adventure Outdoor & Adventure Go Wild: Adventures for Outdoor Lovers ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/go-wild-adventures-for-outdoor-lovers/) [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/139369/DJI_20241017091244_0100_D_2025-09-09-124754_exlm.jpg) colours Outdoor & Adventure A rainbow of fall colours is coming to South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/a-rainbow-of-fall-colours-is-coming-to-south-eastern-ontario/) [ ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/23-PEC-AGRI_CULINARY-LITTLE-JOHN-FARM49.jpg) savour Food & Drink Outdoor & Adventure Wander like a Local Exploring the farm-to-fork movement in South Eastern Ontario ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/exploring-the-farm-to-fork-movement-in-south-eastern-ontario/) Load more ## What's happening along the waterways? Whether you're boating, cycling, or simply soaking in the scenery, endless adventures await along South Eastern Ontario's waterways. [ Events along the waterways ](https://discover.leedsgrenville.com/en/see-do/festivalsandevents.aspx) ## Explore The Historic 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Waterways [ Read more ](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/articles/explore-the-historic-1000-islands-rideau-canal-waterways/) ![](https://www.southeasternontario.ca/images/transforms/_maxWidth960px/2018-05-28-089-Copy-2-Copy.jpg) ## Get inspired