Southwest Ontario – Elgin, Lambton, London, Middlesex & Oxford

• Whistlestop Trail – This off-road newly paved route incorporates paved shoulders and bike path that follows a heritage rail line, 12.5km between St Thomas, Railway City, and Port Stanley, beachside resort town.
• St. Thomas & Four Ports Tour – One of Ontario’s Southwest’s multi-day cycling itineraries, this four-day, 184km journey, begins and ends in St. Thomas and takes riders along quiet rural roads and the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, along Lake Erie’s northern shoreline and through communities with rich maritime heritage and vast agricultural lands. Downloadable pdf itinerary, GPS routing and more information.
• Amish Country Tour – This 37km route is featured on the Elgin County Cycling and Hiking Map. Enjoy the sights of farming and industry of the Amish community.
• Sparta Wine Tour – A 35km route featuring stops at Quai du Vin Estate Winery, the Historic Village of Sparta, Rush Creek Wines & Gay Lea Dairy Heritage Museum.
• Aylmer Kinsmen Trail –This 11km trail passes through the town of Aylmer and heads south towards the Springwater Conservation Area. It is now part of the Trans Canada Trail (TCT) and connects the Elgin TCT and the Brouers Line TCT.
• Dutton Cycling Route – This short recreational loop offers cyclists a safe route to view some of the historical and heritage buildings and attractio ns through the Dutton/Dunwich area.
• Port Burwell – Vienna Cycling Route – This 18km loop starts at, and loops back to the Port Burwell Provincial Park. Visitor attractions are identified on the map, including historical lighthouses, museums, and more.
• Historic Port Stanley Route – Cyclist can explore this 2.5km historic ride through the heart of Port Stanley, taking in historic sites, heritage properties and the shoreline of Lake Erie.
• West Elgin Cycling Route – Cyclists explore the western portions of Elgin County, as well as portions of Lake Erie’s shoreline. This route includes historical villages and other points of interest.

• Elgin-St. Thomas Cycling & Hiking Trail Map. This map is available at Elgin/St. Thomas Public Health or at Elgin County Tourism Services.
• Ride Elgin – Bike Share program in Port Stanley with four stations across town that lets visitors explore the area by bike.
• Bike Repair Station – Available at St Thomas Public Library, 153 Curtis Street, adjacent to Whistlestop Trail and close to Railway City Tourism Office.

• Looping through Lambton  – An Ontario’s Southwest’s multi-day cycling itinerary, this 166km (or 262km with optional route extension to Grand Bend) 3 to 4-day ride begins and ends in Sarnia taking riders on a scenic cycle along the St. Clair and Sydenham Rivers before cutting through the hinterlands of Lambton County towards the shores of Lake Huron.
• Trees of Distinction Bicycle Tour – A 21km, self-guided tour of Sarnia mixes both on-road, as well as off-road multi-use paths. Starting at City Hall, cyclists can expect to spend 2 ½ hours riding this tour.
• 4 Ferry Ride (International Route) – A 151km roundtrip route starting in Sarnia, following the St. Clair River Trail and Parkway to Lake St. Clair. Shorter routes available. Bring passport to cross international border to Michigan (by ferry).
• Bluewater Trail System – Paved, multi-use path along Sarnia’s waterfront; from downtown Sarnia to Sarnia Bay. Also a network of on-road and off-road multi-use trails that link Howard Watson Nature Trail, the Waterfront Walkway and Canatara Park Trails.
• Howard Watson Nature Trail – A 16km, multi-use trail that runs through Sarnia before continuing east to the town of Camlachie. Access to Lake Huron at Telfer Side Road. The trail is gravel and compacted soil, suitable for hybrid/mountain bikes.
• Grand Bend Rotary Nature Trail – A 9km, off-road, multi-use trail (paved asphalt) connects the community of Grand Bend with Pinery Provincial Park along the Highway 21 corridor. This trail is suitable for all bikes.
• Savanna Bike Trail – 14km in length, the trail is entirely located in Pinery Provincial Park. The relatively flat paved asphalt surface is ideal for all bicycles and riders of all skill levels.
• St. Clair River Trail – This 35km trail mixes on-road (paved shoulders) and off-road facilities (paved asphalt), stretching from Port Lambton north along St. Clair River to LaSalle Line north of Corunna.
• AW Campbell Conservation Area – Approximately 300 acres with over 8km of trails available to cyclists and has 140 campsites, 2 washrooms (seasonal), laundry facilities and 20-acre reservoir open for canoeing.
• Marthaville Habitat Management Area – Located close to Petrolia, the trail is compact soil and offers multiple loops totalling 5km. The trails are multi-use; cyclists should be cautious of other users.

• Bluewater Trails Bike Map – Downloadable PDF map includes off-road pathways and trails, as well as on-road routes throughout Sarnia and the surrounding Village of Point Edward.
• Lambton County Regional Trails – Search from over 40 trails listed under ‘cycling’. Search trails by name or by trail usage. Covering Lambton County and connecting communities. Trails information.
• Trees of Distinction Bicycle Tour – A 21km, self-guided tour of Sarnia mixes both on-road, as well as off-road multi-use paths. Starting at City Hall, cyclists can expect to spend 2 ½ hours riding this tour.
• Oil Springs Trail Map – PDF map of the historic Oil Springs Trail.

Thames Valley Parkway – City of London

• City of London – The city has over 300km of bike paths and bike lanes, as well as signed bike routes located throughout the city. There are a variety of online resources to help with planning a cycling trip in London.
• Downtown Separated Bike Lanes – Approximately 4km of Dundas and Colborne Streets now have separated bike lanes to help cyclists explore downtown and adjacent Old East Village.
• Thames Valley Parkway  – Over 40km of paved, off-road multi-use path lies alongside the Thames River throughout the city of London and links to other bike paths and bike lanes within the city.
• Kilally Meadows – This area has over 10km of trails along the north shore of the Thames River and a multi-use path along the southern shore. Bicycles are permitted only on the asphalt or crushed gravel paths.
• Forest City Velodrome – One of only a few indoor velodromes in North America, the Forest City Velodrome is located in the south end of London and offers 138-metre indoor cycling track facilities.

• London Bike Map and Walk Map – (2021) Over 350km of bike lanes, paved pathways and hiking trails in the City of London. For more information and to request a print version of the map, email cycling@london.ca.
• CityMap (Bike Routes & Trails) – CityMap is an interactive online tool that helps users find cycling routes and trails, as well as places of interest, addresses and street names.

• Ilderton Rail Trail – The Ilderton Rail Trail was once a part of an active rail line that ran from London to Goderich. This 3.1km trail offers both granular and natural dirt trail surfaces. Start at Junction Park in Ilderton.
• St. Clair Conservation Authority Trails – Both the Strathroy Conservation Area and the Clark Right Conservation Area offer mixed use trail systems and are located within or close to the town of Strathroy.
• AW Campbell Conservation Area – Approximately 300 acres with over 8km of trails available to cyclists and has 140 campsites, 2 washrooms (seasonal), laundry facilities and 20-acre reservoir open for canoeing.

• Middlesex County Trails Guide. Online Guide. This trails guide information on off-road trails, including details on parks and rail trails open to hikers, cyclists, and other recreational users.
• Strathroy Visitor and Adventure Guides. Online PDF Maps. Developed in partnership with the Strathroy Business Improvement Area, the Rotary Club, and St. Clair Conservation Authority, these visitor guides offers details on parks and trails within the downtown. See ‘Maps’ under ‘Visiting’.

• Oxford Century Ride – Challenge yourself on the ultimate milestone ride and this 100 mile (156km) tour across Oxford County. This route is ideal for goal setters and those training for longer distances.
• Tillsonburg Airport Run – This 31km route is an easy to moderate ride for recreational cyclists. Use both trail and quiet roads to explore the beauty of southern Oxford County. The route offers a great opportunity to explore Oxford County with fantastic food stops along the way, as well as the Tillsonburg Airport with it’s WWII historic aircrafts.
• Drumbo Innerkip Plattsville – This 67km route is a real tour, highlighting the small quaint communities and scenic roads that represent Oxford County so well. This route is on paved roads with mulitple options to either shorten or increase the route length.
• Additional Road Routes – There are 11 routes mapped around the County, using quiet country scenic roads, connecting communities and varying in length from 16km to 156km.
• Ontario By Bike Self Guided Ride Itinerary – Oxford Rural Road Ride – In 2019, Ontario has hosted a 173km small group looped road tour, over 2 days. Enjoy the excellent road riding in Canada’s Diary Capital through rural landscapes, past working farms and along the Cheese Trail. Find a self-guided itinerary, detailed digital maps and additional information here.
• Oxford Gravel Grazer Routes – Inaugurated in 2019, there are four new gravel routes of various lengths, featuring rolling hills, gorgeous farmscapes and fresh rural air. There are two routes north and two routes south of the town of Woodstock with each one short and one long option.
• Hickson Trail – This 7.3km rail line from Woodstock to Hickson is now used by cyclists, walkers, and birdwatchers. This trail brings cyclists from Pittock Park Rd., north to Braemar Side Rd. Parking available on Fredrick Street.
• Husky Trail – Located in the Pittock Conservation Area this is a 5km trail system that also has picnic and overnight camping facilities on the north side of Pittock Lake. The park is open from late April to Thanksgiving weekend in October. There is an admission fee. The path consists of both paved surfaces with secondary trails comprising of hard packed dirt.
• Ingersoll Trails – The Thomas Ingersoll Scenic Trail and John Lawson Park and Trail range in lengths of 2 to 3km and offer cyclists great off-road options in Ingersoll.
• The Millennium Trail – This trail system includes both road and pathway riding and offers 6km of trails that follow the banks of the Thames River, through mixed hardwood and softwood forests. Though all of the trails are not connected at this time, they are in close proximity to each other.
• Roth Park Trail – The trail is located on the south side of Pittock Lake and is approximately 7km long. The main trail is wide with hard packed dirt and granular surface. Side trails link back to the main trail.

• The Cheese Trail By Bike (2019) – Use this PDF to include Cheese Trail stops and attractions when planning a ride on one of the County`s cycling routes.
• Ride Oxford – Cycling Map (2019) This printed map has 11 cycling routes, including both on-road and trail riding experiences. Available on-line and on printed map. Visit www.rideoxford.ca for more details and to request a printed map.
• Tourism Oxford – Trails PDF Map Details of trails available to cyclists and hikers located throughout Oxford County. GPS coordinates included.
• Tourism Oxford – Online Interactive Map. Interactive mapping tool for visitors looking to find cycling routes and relevant signage in the county. Routes range from several km to 100 km county route.
• Town of Ingersoll – Online PDF Maps Municipal map includes information on dedicated bicycle lanes, Share the Road signage and proposed future bicycle lanes. (see under Parks and Recreation).

• Boler Mountain (London) – Located southwest out of the city of London, Boler Mountain has 120 acres of property, which offers great cross country terrain. With both beginner loop and advanced loops, there is terrain for all types of riders.
  • Boler Mountain Mountain Bike Itinerary – This one-page mountain bike itinerary for Boler Mountain curates the ‘best of’ restaurants and cafes, as well as places to lay your head! This is an Ontario’s Southwest Cycling Itinerary.
• Fanshawe Lake Trail (London) – A 20km Lake Trail loop circles all the way around Fanshawe Reservoir, going through mature forests, open meadows and along three stretches of roadway. It is open to cyclists from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. Helmets are mandatory and a round trip takes approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours.
  • Fanshawe Conservation Area Mountain Bike Itinerary – This one-page mountain bike itinerary for Fanshawe curates the ‘best of’ restaurants and cafes, as well as places to lay your head! This is an Ontario’s Southwest Cycling Itinerary.
• Westminster Ponds Trails (London) Approximately 11km of single and double track, as well as paved multi-use paths located in the heart of London. Cyclists need to respect the trail and other users.
• Komoka Provincial Park (Middlesex) – Owned and managed by Ontario Parks, there are over 11km trails for recreational users, but only 7 km have been specifically designated as terrain for mixed use, including mountain biking and equestrian riders.
• The Pines (Oxford) – These biking trails are open to Woodstock Cycling Club members only (membership is open to all for a fee), who construct and maintain the trails. With a total 3 sets of trails; Green (Family), Red (Intermediate), Black (Technical). Helmets are mandatory.
  • “The Pines” Mountain Bike Itinerary – This one-page mountain bike itinerary for “The Pines” curates the ‘best of’ restaurants and cafes, as well as places to lay your head! This is an Ontario’s Southwest Cycling Itinerary.
• Wildwood Conservation Area Trails (Oxford) – Wildwood’s four hiking and biking trails range in length from 1.2km to the 24km lake trail. All trails are multi-purpose and can be used by both hikers and cyclists, by permit only.
  • Wildwood Conservation Area Mountain Bike Itinerary – This one-page mountain bike itinerary for Wildwood Conservation Area curates the ‘best of’ restaurants and cafes, as well as places to lay your head! This is an Ontario’s Southwest Cycling Itinerary.
• Lambton County Heritage Trails (Lambton) – Located less than 20km southwest of Grand Bend, this system offers trails of 3km, 5km & 6km in length. All trails are accessible from the Port Franks Community Centre.
• Canatara Park BMX Park (Lambton) – The Seaway Kiwanis BMX Track is located south of the Animal Farm in Canatara Park, Sarnia. The BMX track runs seasonally from April to October, weather permitting.

Consider extending your cycling holiday by visiting some of these great cycling destinations also located in Southwest Ontario:

• Chatham Kent – There are a number of trails suitable for recreational cyclists in the Chatham-Kent region, including trails along waterfronts, wetlands and in natural settings. Road riding is also promenent along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail and Lake Erie shoreline.
• Haldimand & Norfolk Counties – Haldimand and Norfolk Counties offer cyclists appealing on-road cycling routes and off-road trails, whether along the north shore of Lake Erie, following the Grand River or through agricultural communities.
• Windsor, Essex & Pelee Island – Surrounded on three sides by water, the warm humid weather is perfect for a long cycling season and Essex County has fantastic cycling destination in Ontario. Pelee Island is a popular tourist destination and its quiet back-country roads and excellent sightseeing are perfect for the recreational cyclist.