Ontario By Bike Blog

Read on for inspirational cycling experiences and bike rides across Ontario. Whether you’re looking for recreational trails and rail trailspaved road cycling, gravel riding and bikepacking, mountain biking or fat biking, bike and e-bike rentals, or urban bike rides, we’ve put together stories to get you out on two wheels and find your next favourite Ontario bike ride.

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Read our latest blogs in the list below in order of publish date, or browse by the following ride categories.

Latest Blogs

Find Your Way: A Gravel Getaway in Frontenac

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At some point after your first climb, the road takes over you stop checking the distance and forget about the drive home. That feeling comes easily in Frontenac County. With rail trails, old roads, rolling gravel and rougher forest tracks that branch in every direction head to Sharbot Lake, an ideal base for a gravel getaway.

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Late Summer & Fall Cycling in Lennox & Addington: Discover Ontario’s Best Scenic Bike Rides

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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.

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Urban Cycling Adventures in Waterloo Region Beckon

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Urban bicycling in Waterloo Region with its extensive bicycle trail network is a delightful revelation that merits exploring. The region with city centres that include Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge has developed an amazing network of on-road cycling infrastructure that will take you to all the top spots to visit and is as extensive as what can be found in some European cities.

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Savour the Ride: A Foodie Cycling Trip Through Lanark County

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A good cycling trip is measured in kilometres, but also in coffee stops, picnic breaks, and where you land for dinner. Explore Lanark County on this 3-day foodie itinerary featuring rail trails, charming communities, local flavours, and scenic cycling routes.

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The 5 C’s of Cycling – Coffee, Culture & Cycling in Central Counties

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Forget the ABC’s and skip right to the five C’s for a ride experience and combination of activities that will set your wheels spinning. Find a number of ride suggestions that can be fuelled by coffee, stops at local cafes and visits to unique heritage sites along the way.

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Why Cyclists Are Discovering Windsor, Essex, Pelee Island This Summer

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With the planned 2026 opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, Windsor Essex is gearing up to become one of Canada’s most exciting cycling destinations. But you don’t have to wait until the bridge opens to start exploring on two wheels. From scenic waterfront trails and EPIC Wine Country routes to heritage sites, craft breweries, small towns, and historic landmarks, Windsor Essex already offers unforgettable cycling experiences today.

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Toronto’s Soccer Summer – A Fan’s Guide to Cycling in the City

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As Toronto welcomes soccer fans from around the world, across Canada and Ontario, we welcome you to explore the city by bike. Cycling is one of the best ways to see more of Toronto during the busy summer of soccer matches, celebrations, and community events. Find where to rent a bicycle and all the best city bike routes to enjoy.

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A Ride for Everyone in Kawartha Lakes

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When looking for your next great ride, a recommendation from a cycling friend can go a long way. Since we do not all travel in the same circles, we are here to share what we’ve heard from cyclists riding in the Kawartha Lakes, discovering trails and road routes and in the Kawartha Lakes Classic - the jury is in… with rave reviews.

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Come for the Food, Go for a Ride: Your 2026 Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred Weekend

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Your guide to a Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred weekend: classic 100 mile and 100 kilometre routes, plus an 80km gravel version, plus where to stay in Bancroft, where to eat, and how to plan your perfect fall cycling trip.

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Three Things Every Canadian Cyclist Needs to Know Before Their Next Ride

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Increase your visibility and protect yourself from the sun, UV rays and elements while out cycling with a ShadyRider helmet attachment.

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Cycle & Savour Niagara’s South Coast

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While there is much written about the attractions in the north and eastern sections of the Greater Niagara Circle Route, the southern portion of the loop between Fort Erie and Port Colborne is a hidden gem that provides some of the best opportunities to slow down, extend your stay, enjoy some magnificent Lake Erie beaches, and really savour what makes this area so special.

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Lennox & Addington: A Cycling Paradise in South Eastern Ontario

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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.

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