Lower Reach Park | Smiths Falls

Located on Old Sly’s Road, over 60 acres of parkland including 5 ball diamonds; 4 soccer pitches; outdoor beach volleyball and 3-on-3 basketball court; athletic field; picnic shelter; stage; treed picnic area; walking/fitness trail; 3 lit tennis courts; play structure and a splash pad. This park also features festivals and events throughout the year.

This is one of Smiths Falls most popular parks near the Rideau and has a walking trail along the water that takes you to the downtown area and other parks along the way.

Event Rental Agreement 2019

Splash Pads

Smiths Falls has a splash pad at Lower Reach Park located at Jasper Ave. and Old Slys Road. The splash pad is fun for people of all ages during the hot summer months. A splash pad is an area for water play and has no standing water. They can be turned on easily and run for a limited time. There is no lifeguard on duty because there is no risk of drowning. For safety reasons please keep an eye on your children.

Hours of Operation
Sunday – Saturday
From 10 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Rules

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Swim diapers are required for all non toilet trained children.
Appropriate swim attire (no cut off shorts) is required to enter splash pad area.
Swim shoes (no street shoes) are allowed in the splash pad area.
No strollers, lawn chairs, bicycles, scooters, skateboards,or other type of objects are permitted in the splash pad area.
No pets, glass, bottles, rocks, or other foreign objects are permitted in the splash pad area.
No athletic equipment or any type of toys are permitted in the splash pad area.
No climbing, hanging, swinging or pulling on any splash pad equipment is permitted. Do not put your eyes in direct contact with a geyser or water spray device and do not sit on geysers or drains.
Running and rough play is prohibited in the splash pad area.

Hygiene Safety

No expulsion of bodily fluids (urine, feces, saliva, mucus or blood) is allowed in the Splash pad area.
Do not enter the splash pad area if you are ill (fever, diarrhea, vomiting) or have open sores.
Do not drink the splash pad water.
Do not change or dispose of soiled diapers in the splash pad area.

Warnings

Smoking, alcohol, drugs and improper behaviour are prohibited.
Exit splash pad immediately and seek cover upon the first sign of thunder, lightning or severe weather.
In the event of emergency, call 911. Splash Pad address is Lower Reach Park (Jasper Ave. and Old Slys Road).
Report concerns to Town of Smiths Falls (283-4124, ext. 6102).
Minimum 20 C. required to open facility.

For complete rules and guidelines please download the documents Rules and Regulations and Operating Procedures for Non-Regulated Recreational Water Facilities Guidance.

Rules and Regulations Operating Procedures

Tennis Courts

If you like playing tennis feel free to round up some friends and enjoy a game of tennis. Lower Reach Park offers tennis courts for any individual interested in playing tennis.

Volleyball Court

Enjoy some beach volleyball along the water at Lower Reach Park. Get a team together or play with a few friends and after you can go swimming to cool off in the hot summer heat.

Civitan 1 Baseball Fields>

Adult – seasonal – $264/team/league
Tournament – $95/Fri night/facility; $169/day/facility
Minor – seasonal – $79/team
Tournament – $48/Fri night/facility; $65/day/facility

Civitan 2 Baseball Fields

Adult – seasonal – $264/team/league
Tournament – $95/Fri night/facility; $169/day/facility
Minor – seasonal – $79/team
Tournament – $48/Fri night/facility; $65/day/facility