61 CRUISING SPOTS LISTED

Gay Cruising
in Ottawa

The Splashd directory lists 61 gay cruising spots in and around Ottawa, Ontario, organized into 8 categories. Recent additions include Ottawa Athletic Club, Blair Rd boat launch, and Bathgate Park.

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Cruising Grounds in Ottawa

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9 open cruising areas listed around Ottawa. Activity windows vary by location: read each spot for the best hours.

Hurdman Bush

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

You wouldn't conspicuously find guys around. Men of ages and races are here, but be caref… + read

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You wouldn't conspicuously find guys around. Men of ages and races are here, but be careful how you approach them. Police patrol and trucks frequent here. The cruisiest spot is the bush along the bike part, close to the eastern part of the Rideau River.

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

This Hotel has a pool and sauna on the first floor. Don't do anything in the pool area ca… + read

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This Hotel has a pool and sauna on the first floor. Don't do anything in the pool area cause there's caretakers that walk by every 30 min or so. Just get all naked in the sauna. Cruisiest spot, just get all naked in the sauna.

Sheraton hotel - Ottawa

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Go into the hotel head up the stairs in front of the elevators to the second floor bathro… + read

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Go into the hotel head up the stairs in front of the elevators to the second floor bathroom. Indications of a glory hole but needs confirmation.

Greene's Creek

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Sun Life Financial Center

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Basement of 99 Bank Street/Sunlife Financial Center. There are 3 stalls and 4-5 urinals f… + read

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Basement of 99 Bank Street/Sunlife Financial Center. There are 3 stalls and 4-5 urinals for you to cruise at. Usually not busy so perfect for fun in the stalls. As of Jan. 14/20, it appears that a key/card/fob is required to gain entry.

Carleton University Athletic Centre

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Sauna located in the shower area, pool entrance for anyone is only 5 bucks. If you are no… + read

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Sauna located in the shower area, pool entrance for anyone is only 5 bucks. If you are not going during open pool hours, you can say you just wanna use sauna while you wait. Cruisiest spot, sauna and showers. If you are in sauna make sure to be naked,

Central Experimental Farm Trails

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

The west side of the Central Experimental Farm has treed areas and trails running along F… + read

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The west side of the Central Experimental Farm has treed areas and trails running along Fisher Ave from Carling to Baseline. Cruisiest at the trails that lead from National Capital Common Driveway along Fisher Ave to Baseline in the evenings.

Remick Rapids

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Britannia Water Purification Plant

Cruising GroundAdded 3 mo ago

Parking lot just before the plant entrance. Don't be a sketchy creep and don't make it obvious.

Cruisy Parks in Ottawa

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12 parks mapped in Ottawa, mostly with wooded paths or secluded sections. Activity peaks at dusk, with weekday evenings usually quieter than weekends.

Blair Rd boat launch

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Parking lot for boat launch. Leafy trees area and the Parkway cycling and walking path is… + read

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Parking lot for boat launch. Leafy trees area and the Parkway cycling and walking path is a good way to check guy's out. Lots of straight people so be discreet.

Bathgate Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Small wood area behind the residence. Walk around and watch for single guys. You will kno… + read

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Small wood area behind the residence. Walk around and watch for single guys. You will know if the guy is interested with eye contact. Watch for students.

Strathcona Park - Ottawa

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Head south down the path along the river, towards the Queensway. Eyes open; guys friendly… + read

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Head south down the path along the river, towards the Queensway. Eyes open; guys friendly usually. Dark enough to find private spots in bushes (which are everywhere). Be aware that sometimes straight people walk through the area, especially early evening.

Rockliffe Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Large wooded park on the edge of the river. with guys of various ages but more of an olde… + read

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Large wooded park on the edge of the river. with guys of various ages but more of an older crowd. Cruisiest Spot: The trails through the trees. Some guys will follow you around even when it is clear that you are not interested.

Hog's Back Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Secluded spot for older and some young guys having sunbath. Cruisies near the bush along the east west trail.

Majors Hill Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

The southern part of the park is a trail that follows the Rideau River around, and the no… + read

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The southern part of the park is a trail that follows the Rideau River around, and the northern park is just cleared area. If you are travelling along Rideau Street, go until you reach Mackenzie, then travel north along Mackenzie.

Garden of the Provinces and Territories

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Lots of seating area and path is shape in a 8 format so you can walk around the spot easi… + read

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Lots of seating area and path is shape in a 8 format so you can walk around the spot easily. Very bushy in several areas. You can also go toward River under Wellington Road for more privacy. Cruisiest spot at red roof. Doesn't seem to be patrolled.

Ev Tremblay Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy park at night around the trail near the sand pit.

Fisher Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

A nice park to meet guys. Not too much privacy, but a reasonable location. Look for dudes… + read

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A nice park to meet guys. Not too much privacy, but a reasonable location. Look for dudes who are just hanging around. Avoid the day time as there are often pupils from the nearby school about. Don't go during the day. No nudity is allowed, so be careful.

Bate Island

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy area. Get out and walk around. Show that you are interested. Cruisiest at east sid… + read

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Cruisy area. Get out and walk around. Show that you are interested. Cruisiest at east side along river. Be careful, this area is a known cruising area and is frequently visited by police. Be discreet and make sure the person is there for some reason.

Ottawa River Parkway West

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

This parking lot is just west of the Woodroff avenue exit on the Sir John A Macdonald par… + read

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This parking lot is just west of the Woodroff avenue exit on the Sir John A Macdonald parkway. Best tip is to park your car on a side street on Woodroffe and walk over. Your parked car will attract cops if there are no cars parked they won't come in.

Britannia Park

ParkAdded 3 mo ago

A park on the river in the east-west end of Ottawa. Best cruising trails are the side tra… + read

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A park on the river in the east-west end of Ottawa. Best cruising trails are the side trails in nearby mud lake. Follow the bicycle path east from the beach onto the mud lake trail. Cruisiest Spot: Britannia and other parks on the parkway.

Bathhouses in Ottawa

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1 bathhouse listed in and around Ottawa. Day passes typically run $15 to $35. Weekends and Wednesday nights are the busiest, with full lockers and active common areas.

Club Ottawa

BathhouseAdded 3 mo ago

Now reopened after COVID closure but reduced hours. Ottawa's only bathhouse and has a dar… + read

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Now reopened after COVID closure but reduced hours. Ottawa's only bathhouse and has a dark room, steam room, slings, glory holes, dry sauna, showers, and lounge. Free condoms provided. Check website for latest hours: clubottawa.com

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Cruisy Restrooms in Ottawa

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22 men's restrooms listed in Ottawa. Tap-foot under the stall and visual signals at urinals are the standard. Respect staff and other patrons.

La Cite Collegiale

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Any washroom is good. La Cite is filled with all sorts of people, if you're looking for s… + read

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Any washroom is good. La Cite is filled with all sorts of people, if you're looking for some diverse fun, here is the place for you, washrooms are very discreet and easy to cruise in. Most bathrooms have 2 doors to enter them so its extra discreet.

Saint Laurent OC Transpo Lower Level

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Urinals do not have separators between them, so easier to see other guys intension (cock)… + read

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Urinals do not have separators between them, so easier to see other guys intension (cock). 2 stalls, 1 larger then the other. Entrance to washroom does not have any doors. Cruisy washroom. Everyone goes here. Most people, not looking to play, be cautious.

Montpetit Hall

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Under the stall action. Sometimes jerk offs at urinals. Hang around on the second floor,… + read

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Under the stall action. Sometimes jerk offs at urinals. Hang around on the second floor, watch guys coming and going before entering, make eye contact usually does it. Cruisiest spot, the cruisy restroom is on the 2nd floor, south-east corner.

University of Ottawa - Vanier Hall Washroom

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Discreet location. 2 stalls. 5th floor washroom is best. Quiet location. Be discreet. Use the standard cruising signs.

University of Ottawa - Tabaret Hall

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Bottom floor of Tabaret Hall, go down the stairs and turn left. three stalls, two urinals… + read

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Bottom floor of Tabaret Hall, go down the stairs and turn left. three stalls, two urinals make it an easy place to hookup. Understall fun is possible, or mutual jerking at urinals, the room is quite dim. Be cautious of guys who are not cruising.

Simard Hall

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

There are many bathrooms in Simard Hall, but the cruisiest is on the fourth floor. This o… + read

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There are many bathrooms in Simard Hall, but the cruisiest is on the fourth floor. This one has two well-hidden stalls& 3 old-fashioned urinals. The urinals are perfect for jacking off, or ust taking a peek at some cock. Fourth-floor bathroom is quiet.

Rideau Centre

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Washrooms in The Bay on the fifth floor and on the lower level behind the escalators near… + read

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Washrooms in The Bay on the fifth floor and on the lower level behind the escalators near the Shoppers. Under stall and oral also go down at the Bay. The Bay bathroom is fairly private and has a wall separating the sinks from the urinals.

Place Bell

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

This washroom has recently been renovated. Although, there are no longer any doors to wal… + read

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This washroom has recently been renovated. Although, there are no longer any doors to walk into the washroom, Cruisiest at urinals and in stalls. Lots of orgies happen here, three or four at once sucking and jerking. No cameras, slow security.

Chapters washroom

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Nice place low traffic frequency. Theres a camera so try not to look shady, maybe order s… + read

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Nice place low traffic frequency. Theres a camera so try not to look shady, maybe order something at Starbucks to be more careful. Sometimes the workers leave the door open permanently but it's not seen often. Not very private washroom.

National Arts Centre

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

The bathrooms in the NAC- either in the new foyer or at the Amphitheatre level are quiet… + read

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The bathrooms in the NAC- either in the new foyer or at the Amphitheatre level are quiet spots to meet, especially during the week days. Large stalls, hidden urinals, and double doors. You have lots of notice to hear someone coming in.

123 Slater Street

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Little used restroom on the first floor behind the elevator. Be discreet when cruising.

L'Esplanade Laurier

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Public washrooms. When you enter, the sinks are to the right, the urinals are along the l… + read

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Public washrooms. When you enter, the sinks are to the right, the urinals are along the left wall about 7, and the stalls are on the right beside the sinks. You have a view of the urinals when in the stalls, and some guys like to give jerkoff shows.

MacOdrum Library

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

A cruisy green space on Campus. A cruisy library space on Campus. Go in & wait. Cruis… + read

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A cruisy green space on Campus. A cruisy library space on Campus. Go in & wait. Cruisiest at the large stall. Or, hang out in the book stacks & make eye contact with guys and have them follow you into the washroom. Good times are at lunch and after work.

University of Ottawa

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

275 Slater Street

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy office building men's restroom on the second floor. Walk into the building and ent… + read

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Cruisy office building men's restroom on the second floor. Walk into the building and enter the elevators behind the main desk. Little building security.

Minto Place Conference Centre

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Full of conference-goers during the day. Used for connecting by hotel guests during the e… + read

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Full of conference-goers during the day. Used for connecting by hotel guests during the evening after they have used the adjacent health club. Cruisiest spot most of the action is in the 1st floor washroom behind Treats.

Place de Ville Tower C

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Public washroom located under the escalators by Albert St entrance. There are 2 stalls an… + read

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Public washroom located under the escalators by Albert St entrance. There are 2 stalls and one urinal. Very quiet for understall fun and the door even locks. Also washrooms in the food court of Tower C at Place de Ville. Make eye contact, tap your foot.

Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

This is a quiet first-floor bathroom with private stalls and a loud door. There's a possi… + read

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This is a quiet first-floor bathroom with private stalls and a loud door. There's a possibility of moving to other washrooms at the Delta if it gets too busy to fool around in this one. Everyone comes here. Go into the corner stalls for more secrecy.

Crown Plaza

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Westgate Shopping Centre - Ottawa

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

This washroom is in a very quiet spot in lower level that should prove to be a fun playgr… + read

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This washroom is in a very quiet spot in lower level that should prove to be a fun playground. You have to walk down an echoey hallway to get to the washroom, so that should provide a good warning if someone is coming, does not have a double set of doors.

Fairlawn Plaza

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Discreet unknown hidden gem! Got lots of play in the unattended upstairs washroom: very d… + read

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Discreet unknown hidden gem! Got lots of play in the unattended upstairs washroom: very discreet and rarely used by staff as mostly women in building, thus privacy is good. Got head and fucked under a stall once, now looking for more.

Carlingwood Mall

RestroomAdded 3 mo ago

Sears is no longer in Carlingwood Mall for a few years now. A Canadian Tire is due to ope… + read

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Sears is no longer in Carlingwood Mall for a few years now. A Canadian Tire is due to open to replace Sears in 2020 though. A wide variety of people from young to old. Security does patrol from time to time. Two new security cameras added.

Locker Rooms & Saunas in Ottawa

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11 gym locker rooms and saunas flagged in Ottawa. Most see steady traffic between 5pm and 8pm. Member access or day pass required.

Ottawa Athletic Club

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Great gym with lots of nude guys, nice shower area with nude hot tub, steam room and dry… + read

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Great gym with lots of nude guys, nice shower area with nude hot tub, steam room and dry sauna. A lot of guys hanging around the change room and shower area, you get plenty to see. Lots of eye contact going on, guys hang out in the mirror area.

Fit4Less - Walkley Road

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy gym. Locker rooms have been switched to individual change rooms and showers since… + read

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Cruisy gym. Locker rooms have been switched to individual change rooms and showers since it has become a Fit4less. The best way to capture some guy's interest is to give some eye contact. If the guy gets closer to the locker room, follow him.

Club Movati

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Amazing gym with over 10,000 members and lots of good looking guys. Lots of cruising in t… + read

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Amazing gym with over 10,000 members and lots of good looking guys. Lots of cruising in the change rooms and showers. Large private shower cabins with locked doors great for play. Nudity is allowed in the locker room. Families also use this gym.

Goodlife Exhibition Way

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

The showers & sauna room at this Goodlife are great. Three urinals next to each other… + read

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The showers & sauna room at this Goodlife are great. Three urinals next to each other. Busy after work. Go into the shower stall next to the guy that you're interested in. Position yourself so the shadow of your cock is on the floor near side of shower.

RA Centre

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

This is largeset gym in Ottawa, people go for all sort of physical activities. Just tap o… + read

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This is largeset gym in Ottawa, people go for all sort of physical activities. Just tap on the most right stall and you will get what you want. Cruisiest spot, usually in the locker rooms. People are walking around nude all the time in the change room.

YMCA - Argyle Avenue

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Active sauna for sure. Not too much cruising on the gym floor. Lots of cuties. Lots of Ot… + read

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Active sauna for sure. Not too much cruising on the gym floor. Lots of cuties. Lots of Ottawa gay community go here. Cruisiest Spot: Sauna and showers feature regular cruising throughout the day. Bring a big towel and flip flops for sauna floors bit messy

GoodLife Fitness - Ottawa Rideau Centre

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy men's locker room in gym. Membership needed for access.

Chateau Laurier

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy gym in the hotel. The gym changing room can only be accessed by hotel guests and m… + read

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Cruisy gym in the hotel. The gym changing room can only be accessed by hotel guests and members. There are 3 showers, 3 stalls and 2 changing stalls. The best place to play would be in the changing room or in the showers. Cruisiest at locker room, Sauna.

GoodLife Fitness - Queen Street

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Nice gym - three levels, lots of guys to choose from. Small sauna with glass door, severa… + read

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Nice gym - three levels, lots of guys to choose from. Small sauna with glass door, several shower stalls.Sauna, showers, gym. Make eye contact. Sit without towel in sauna. Cruisiest at sauna, showers, gym locker room, gym floor.

YMCA - Bank Street

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Smaller, adults-only co-ed YMCA gym. Men's locker room has open shower, steam room, and d… + read

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Smaller, adults-only co-ed YMCA gym. Men's locker room has open shower, steam room, and dry sauna. All very cruisey. All types of men, including straight dudes so be discreet. Try making eye contact in the open showers. The steam room is the hottest spot.

GoodLife Fitness - Queensview Drive

Locker RoomAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy gym. In the locker room, sauna & steam room, stay nude and let the guys proper… + read

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Cruisy gym. In the locker room, sauna & steam room, stay nude and let the guys properly check you out. In the sauna & steam room, be nude, make eye contact and touch your cock. Cruisiest at locker room & sauna. MAny straight guys, use your best judgement.

Adult Arcades in Ottawa

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1 adult arcade in Ottawa with cabins, video booths, or theaters. Admission typically $5 to $15. Hours and policies vary by venue: check each listing.

One in Ten

ArcadeAdded 3 mo ago

There is a cover to gain all day in and out access. There are 8 glory hole booths, two of… + read

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There is a cover to gain all day in and out access. There are 8 glory hole booths, two of which are "buddy" booths. There is a video room with two monitors playing different films. The best spot for cruising is in the back room. Eye contact in back room.

Cruisy Hotels in Ottawa

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3 hotels listed in Ottawa, typically chains with exterior room access. Activity centers in fitness rooms, pools, and shared spaces.

Westin Hotel Health Club Locker Room

HotelAdded 3 mo ago

Open for health club members and hotel guests 24 hours a day. Locker area, sauna, 1 bathr… + read

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Open for health club members and hotel guests 24 hours a day. Locker area, sauna, 1 bathroom stall and 2 shower stalls. Showers are good, but the sauna is the best area for sex. Make sure that you make eye contact with the other guys and rub your dick.

Lord Elgin Hotel

HotelAdded 3 mo ago

Cruisy gym. Cruisiest spot at the bathroom in the basement near the pool and gym. Very qu… + read

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Cruisy gym. Cruisiest spot at the bathroom in the basement near the pool and gym. Very quiet, 3 nice urinals without separation. Sauna - sit and wait.

The Metcalfe Hotel

HotelAdded 3 mo ago

Very cruisy shower and sauna. Day passes no longer available. The sauna is always happeni… + read

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Very cruisy shower and sauna. Day passes no longer available. The sauna is always happening because it is shared by the Indigo and Marriot Residences. There are three open showers that all share the same soap dispenser. Guys jerkin in showers.

Cruisy Parking Lots in Ottawa

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2 parking lots listed in Ottawa. Most are best after 9pm. Discretion matters: skip the spots with active security or live cameras.

Billings Bridge Plaza

Parking LotAdded 3 mo ago

Big parking lot, but go to the Walmart side along Data road. Not a lot of nudity or outdo… + read

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Big parking lot, but go to the Walmart side along Data road. Not a lot of nudity or outdoor action. Cruisiest, close to the entrance to Data road or the spots along the road in front of the Walmart front doors just act like your taking care or whatever.

Old Riverside Drive

Parking LotAdded 3 mo ago

Secluded road just off Riverside drive. Lots of bushes, and a dead end where cars can par… + read

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Secluded road just off Riverside drive. Lots of bushes, and a dead end where cars can park and cruise. Tap your break lights at the dead end, or wait until someone ventures out into the bush & grabs their cock. Lots of folks come here to walk their dogs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many gay cruising spots are there in Ottawa?

The Splashd directory lists 61 gay cruising spots in and around Ottawa, Ontario. The directory covers 8 categories, with cruisy restrooms as the most-listed. The directory is updated regularly as venues open, close, or change.

What is the most popular type of cruising spot in Ottawa?

Cruisy Restrooms are the most-listed cruising category in Ottawa, with 22 locations. Cruisy Parks (12) and Locker Rooms & Saunas (11) round out the top categories. Each spot has notes on what to expect and the best times to visit.

Is public cruising legal in Ottawa?

Cruising in public spaces is governed by local indecency, trespassing, and public-decency statutes that vary by jurisdiction. Splashd does not provide legal advice. Always check local laws, posted hours, and private property signage. Respect other people sharing the space, and use indoor venues (bathhouses, bars, arcades) when in doubt.

How do I see who is at these Ottawa spots right now?

Download the free Splashd app and open the map tab. Every cruising spot in the directory shows a live user count and the most recent check-ins from Splashd users. Tap any spot to read its description, join the in-spot chat room, and connect with people who are already there or on their way.

When are Ottawa cruising spots busiest?

Peak hours depend on category. Bathhouses and gay bars are busiest Friday and Saturday evenings. Outdoor spots (parks, beaches, cruising grounds) peak at dusk. Adult arcades and gym locker rooms tend to be busiest weekday evenings between 5pm and 8pm. Each spot listing has notes on the best windows.

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