Ontario By Bike – Mountain & Fat Biking Biking Blogs
The following blogs and cycling stories include itineraries bike ride ideas related to mountain biking and fat biking trails in Ontario. Whether you’re looking for secluded forest trails, flowy or challenging single-track trails, or trails groomed and open for winter fat biking, read on to find an itinerary that fits your ride style.
The blogs are sorted by ride type and publish date. If you’re looking for more ride styles, you can browse by the following ride categories.
Ontario By Bike Blogs – Mountain & Fat Biking
Late Summer & Fall Cycling in Lennox & Addington: Discover Ontario’s Best Scenic Bike Rides
There’s something special about cycling through Lennox & Addington as summer begins to fade into fall. The pace feels a little slower, the air a little crisper and every ride is framed by colourful forests, quiet country roads and welcoming small communities. From self-guided routes to signature cycling events, Naturally L&A invites you to discover why cyclists return here year after year.
Lennox & Addington: A Cycling Paradise in South Eastern Ontario
Lennox & Addington, Ontario is a standout cycling destination in South Eastern Ontario, offering an impressive mix of road cycling, gravel riding, mountain biking, and scenic rail trail opportunities. Whether you’re a casual rider, a weekend explorer, or a seasoned cyclist looking for your next challenge, this region delivers unforgettable rides across rolling hills, quiet country roads, forested trails, and picturesque waterfronts.
5 Easy Bike Getaways & Resort Stays Near the GTHA
This summer skip the border crossing hassles and plan a cycling getaway in Ontario. Whether you prefer resort style accommodations or a more rustic setting, mountain biking, road riding or gravel and flat trails, there are lots of options to consider within 1 hour from Toronto in the York, Durham and Headwaters regions.
Hit the Road in Ontario’s Cottage Country this Spring!
While we wait for mounds(!) of snow to melt in March, it’s a great time to make some plans for unforgettable touring, training and trekking in Ontario’s cottage country this spring and summer.
Winter Fat Biking Adventures in South Eastern Ontario
Winter trail adventures are calling and fat biking is the answer! Cyclists don’t need to hibernate when there is a snowy playground beckoning enthusiasts to South Eastern Ontario. With the key to any winter fat bike ride being the surface you choose to ride on, you can easily find lots of trail, forest, frozen water and beach riding options.
Winter Cycling & Fat Biking in Ontario
While many Canadian cyclists may be fair weather riders, there is a large and growing contingent of cyclists that actively bike 12 months a year. Whether it is for transportation or recreation, getting outside and being physically active, in a safe manner, is more important than ever. Here are some top tips for winter cycling plus info on fat biking in the snow, rentals and trail destinations.
Hydrocut MTB Trail Ride – Worth the Trip to Waterloo Region
Having long heard about the Hydrocut Trails located in the western end of Kitchener, it wasn’t until recently that I got the chance to load up my mountain bike and head to this acclaimed trail system, renowned in the mountain bike community. The 35km of trails, that are diverse and appealing to a wide variety of riders, are certainly worth the trip, whether coming from near or far – for any time out on this spectacular trail system.
Cycle Guelph, Ontario!
Guelph is a cyclist’s dream with the natural beauty found in Guelph’s green spaces and it’s “big city, small town” vibe. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a casual cyclist, Guelph has something for you!
Exploring Caledon, Ontario: A Haven for Road Cycling and Mountain Biking Enthusiasts
Choose-your-own adventure in Toronto’s backyard, with views of the Niagara Escarpment (including her infamous climbs), horse farms, former railways, and historic villages. Nestled in the heart of Ontario, Caledon is a picturesque region that offers an unparalleled blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, making it a prime destination for both road cycling and mountain biking enthusiasts.
Exploring the Beauty of Cycling in the Ottawa Valley
Nestled amidst the scenic landscapes of eastern Ontario, the Ottawa Valley offers cyclists a haven of breathtaking views, winding trails, and vibrant communities waiting to be explored.
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Easy Rider – Relaxed Cycling in Ontario’s Highlands
Not every bike ride needs to involve grueling hours spent on the road or trail. Sometimes the best rides are the ones where you take it easy, slow it down and see new communities, and maybe even stop for a bite to eat. If you’re not into wearing padded bike shorts and setting a challenging pace, plan your next ride in Ontario’s Highlands where your cycling adventure can match your mood, abilities, and bike.
Hidden Gems of Kawarthas Northumberland
Most regions have their marquee trails—the ones you see on every tourism site, every biking pamphlet you pick up. Quite often they’re popular for a reason, but what’s a cyclist to do once you’ve ridden those routes, or when you’re looking to get off the beaten track? Having featured some of Kawarthas Northumberland’s best-known routes in previous posts, we thought we’d take a moment to reveal some of the area’s hidden gems.
Durham’s Trails: A Path For Everyone
Stretching from the shores of Lake Ontario to Lake Simcoe, the diversity of terrain in Durham is exceptional, from the paved waterfront trails in Pickering through to Bowmanville, to the smooth rail trails of Uxbridge, to the extensive mountain bike trails of the Durham’s conservation forests along and the rolling Oak Ridges Moraine.
Explore Guelph by Bike!
If you’re planning a cycling day trip, look no further! Guelph is home to an extensive and well-maintained Trail System that is perfect for cyclists. Whether you’re looking for Mountain Biking Trails at Guelph Lake, cross-regional trail systems including the Goderich to Guelph Rail Trail (G2G) and the Trans Canada Trail (TCT), or simply a family trail ride, you’ll find it in Guelph.
Spend Your Weekend in the Hills of Caledon
Whether you have a penchant for hills, undiscovered gravel backroads, a smooth rail trail or thrilling MTB trails, Caledon has it all – and it's just minutes from Toronto. Take a day or a weekend to unplug and get immersed in scenic Escarpment country – visit Caledon’s historic hamlets and villages, fuel up on local coffees, beer, baked treats and more as you explore their cycling loops designed for every type of rider.
Riding the Snowscape: Fat Biking in Kawarthas Northumberland
Until this winter, I’d never been on a fat bike. I’d cycled Kawarthas Northumberland thoroughly in the warmer months—then I was invited to ride some Northumberland County trails on a borrowed fat bike, and my conversion into an all-season rider happened almost instantly.
South Eastern Ontario
South Eastern Ontario has a wide range of bicycle routes that take cyclists across the region through vibrant communities, alongside scenic waterways and to quiet rural and naturalized settings. Explore from Quinte West, Belleville and Prince Edward County, continue eastward via Kingston and Gananoque, the 1000 Islands and the Waterfront Trail, Brockville, the St. Lawrence Seaway to Cornwall and the Quebec border, and north through Prescott Russell.
Top Mountain Biking Trails in Kawarthas Northumberland
Quiet backroads and well-maintained bike paths are a major part of the Kawarthas Northumberland region’s charm. For some riders, though, nothing beats the woodland immersion and physical challenge of a good mountain biking trail. We’re happy to report that Kawarthas Northumberland also excels in the mountain bike department, offering dozens of easily accessible single and double-track trails for a variety of skill levels. Here are a few of our top picks for off-road enthusiasts.
Top Cycling Trails in Ontario Provincial Parks
If you are looking to get back into nature after an extended period of staying at home, and once travel restrictions are lifted, why not plan a ride and day trip to an Ontario Provincial Park in the near future. With over 330 park locations across the province, it was recently announced that Ontario Parks will be open again for use, with limitations on facilities. To get you rolling, here are some of our top picks for exploring Ontario Parks by bike.