Allen Park — Attraction in Ottawa

Allen park used to be a great place to visit due to its location and scenery with its vicinity to the rivers, but lately it has fallen to pieces with recent flooding taking its toll on the river walk (which should be condemned in its current state; it is not safe for pedestrians of any age which leaves only the street for walking, save one small section of sidewalk near the red sculpture where the tennis courts used to be. The street leaves a lot to be desired also, not only are they damaged from flooding, there are pedestrians and cars parked along the side making it narrow; some traffic may become blocked by boaters launching and Pokemon Go players pulling off and onto the road . LOL I think its nice that there is ample parking for vehicles with trailers; however, it can get congested especially on summer holiday weekends, especially 4th of July because the fireworks are launched near here on the river. The park has a benches, grills, picnic tables and shelters, a public restroom structure and portable units available, somewhat handicap accessible (but seems to me that it would come with challenges for those in need, but not impossible). The park has jungle gyms for kids (the structures are nice enough, but the ground around the play area needs tending to), and this park is THE PLACE to be for sledding in the winter; however, I believe the restrooms are closed during the winter season, so plan ahead. I feel as if Allen Park is in a transition state; the city hasn't done the small repairs right now because there is something bigger in store for this location including a new river walk (hopefully). Once the overhaul takes place (that I assume is going to happen), I feel as though it will be quite a site! (I just hope...

Great place to go for families or just to be by yourself. It's calm quiet, and a great place to collect your thoughts and relax people fish and have birthday parties, there's a couple of bout launching spots to take your boat out on the river as well. Speed limit through the park is 15 mph so you don't hurt anyone if they walk onto the road. Be causious and watch for children and anyone else. There's also a playground for the kids. My kids love going here. They can watch the barges and people on their boats as well as play on the...

Beautiful park on the Illinois River in Ottawa. Nice, peaceful scenery and watching the boats. Many hawks, eagles, including a bald eagle, so precious to see.

The only downside was trying to get to the washroom. Shelter D: It's dangerous in a wheelchair because it's on a hill & the cement is uneven with no railings. The women's handicap stall...