Stevens Creek is a small, sheltered waterway located in Kars, Ontario, at the southern boundary of Ottawa, approximately 35 minutes south of the city. The creek flows into the Rideau River at the Long Reach section, making it accessible as both a standalone paddle and as part of a longer route combining the Rideau River and nearby Cranberry Creek.

The primary access point is the boat launch behind the Kars Recreation Centre (also referred to as the Kars Recreation Area), which features a small dock and free parking. From this launch, paddlers can head upstream into the creek or downstream to connect with the Rideau River.

Paddling upstream from the launch, the creek winds through farmland past large overhanging trees, offering a notably sheltered environment even on windy days. One paddler reported reaching approximately four kilometres upstream before encountering rocky rapids that made further progress impractical for a fiberglass kayak. A club group paddled roughly 3.5 kilometres upstream before being blocked by thick aquatic vegetation and fallen branches. Along the way, paddlers pass under the Roger Stevens Drive bridge and a second bridge at Second Line Road. Stevens Creek Farm, including a horse pasture, is visible on the right bank. Fallen trees and farm bridges — typically two or three — may require ducking under or portaging over, particularly in spring when water levels are higher.

Spring is noted as a particularly viable season when water levels are sufficient to paddle further upstream, potentially as far as North Gower (taking out at the Post Office on Perkins Drive) or continuing to Kars. However, spring conditions can also bring ice storm debris and downed trees into the creek. Summer paddling is also well-documented, though aquatic weeds become dense and can catch paddles frequently.

Wildlife observed on the creek includes great blue herons, red-winged blackbirds, ducks (including mallards), turtles, turkey vultures or red-tailed hawks, and what observers have identified as muskrats. The creek sees little boat traffic compared to the Rideau River, where speedboats and jet skis are common. Deer flies can be a nuisance during summer months. The creek is suitable for canoes and kayaks; fiberglass boats should exercise caution near the rocky rapids at the upstream limit.