If its been a while since you visited Stratford you may want to consider exploring the great outdoors this summer, starting on your bike! Create your own path to experience Stratford, or discover one of the many road cycling routes and trails nearby.
Regional Road RoutesThere are many quieter rural roads that are suitable for cyclists with road riding experience and map in-hand. A number of on-line resources are available for cyclists to post and share road riding routes. Click here for more information on the routes below, including alternative start locations and GPS routes.
- All-Terrain Ride - 48 km loop route suitable for recreational cyclists and includes a mix of trails, quiet streets, and mostly paved shoulders/bike lanes on busier roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- The Butter Tart Ride - 18 km loop route suitable for recreational cyclists and includes a mix of trails, quiet streets, and mostly paved shoulders on busier roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Group of Seven Trails - 72 km route suitable for recreational cyclists and includes paved trails and roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Main to the Moraine - 60 km loop route suitable for experienced road cyclists and incorporates paved shoulders along rural roads and some riding in mixed traffic on quieter roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Pedal to the Kettle - 52 km loop suitable for recreational cyclists incorporating mostly bike lanes and paved shoulders on busier roads, and trail. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Simcoe Beaches - 66 km loop route suitable for experienced road cyclists incorporating mostly mixed traffic on quiet roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Tour de Holland - 68 km loop route suitable for experienced road cyclists, incorporating paved shoulders and mixed traffic on quieter roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Markham Town and Trail - 28 km loop route suitable for recreational cyclists, incorporating a mix of trails and quiet streets with mixed traffic on a few busier streets. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Village Roundabout (Greenbelt York Loop Itinerary) - 58 km loop route has suitable for experienced road cyclists, incorporating mostly mixed traffic on quieter roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- York Century - 100 km loop suitable for experienced road cyclists, incorporating mostly mixed traffic on quieter roads. Also available digitally on RidewithGPS,Strava and MapmyRide
- Regional Off Road Trails
York Region has an extensive network of trails and forests across the entire region, extending throughout each of the nine cities and towns. Trail explorers can choose between paved urban trails or rugged forest paths. Click here for more York Region trail information.
- Nokiidaa Trail – 15km of multi use trail with mixed surfaces. Connecting three communities through green spaces, past wetlands and historic cultural sites, and linking to numerous other town trails. Part of Oakridges Trail & Holland River Valley Trail & Rogers Reservoir Conservation Area.
- Sutton Zephyr Trail (York) – 14km hard packed gravel trail on former CN rail bed, passes through quiet wooded areas following the Black River watershed. Entire trail from Holbourne Road/Hwy 48 to Brown Hill to Sutton, however a bridge is out south of Ravenshoe Road.South Trail Map and North Trail Map
- Sibbald Provincial Park – Located on the southern shores of Lake Simcoe, the 5km Maiden Fern Trail is on the east side of the park accessible to cyclists. Natural surface.
- Happy Valley Forest Tract – Over 6km linear trail in town of King. Part of the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail, natural surface.
- Bob Hunter Memorial Park – Over 8km of trails located in Markham, crushed stone and natural surface trails within the Rouge River watershed and part of Rouge Park.
- Rouge Valley Trail – 7km in length, The Rouge Valley Trail follows the Rouge River along Toogood Pond located in the heart of Unionville, Markham.
- Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve – 15km of crushed stone trail network in the Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve in Richmond Hill.
- Bartley Smith Greenway South – 11km of linear trails in Vaughan, along a mix of crushed stone and natural surface.
- Nashville Conservation Reserve – 5km of natural surface, moderate to difficult trails in Vaughan.
- William Granger Greenway (Humber Trail) – 8km of crushed stone, connecting to other systems and key local destinations in Vaughan.
- Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area – Over 10 km of mixed natural surface and crushed stone trails in the conservation area in Whitchurch-Stouffville.
- Georgina Island & Nanabush Trails – Take ferry across Lake Simcoe to First Nations Reserve. Ferries depart from Virginia Beach. Island roads plus four short trails with unique learning opportunities, exhibits and wetland viewing stops. www.nanabushtrails.com
- Regional Mountain Bike and Bike Park Information
- North Shore Bike Trails (ROC) – Located at the ROC facility in Georgina, this approximately 5 km trail system consists of two trail challenges. The first is geared towards intermediate riders. The second, more southerly trail consists of advanced features.
- Jefferson Forest – A mix of single, double track and gravel access roads located southeast of Lake Wilcox in Richmond Hill features over 20km of trails with levels of difficulty ranging from beginner to experienced.
- JoyRide 150 – Indoor bike park with 90,000 sq. ft of fun for all different levels and types of riders. Food, lounge area and more. Bike rentals available. Location: 150 Bullock Drive, Markham Contact: (905) 294-1313
- Brown Hill Tract – This forested area has over 15km of trails suitable for mountain bikers of various abilities. Managed by York Regional Forest it is located at McCowan & Ravenshoe with 2 parking areas and access points.
- Centennial Park Trail – 5km of three loops with varying degrees of challenges for beginner, intermediate or expert cyclists.
- Cross Regional Cycling Trails
- Greenbelt Route – More than 475 kilometres of signed cycling adventures await in the beautiful, protected countryside of Ontario’s Greenbelt. From Niagara to Northumberland, enjoy lush forests, winding rivers, welcoming communities, and family farms as you pedal through some of southern Ontario’s diverse and stunning landscapes.
- Plan your trip by accessing 34 downloadable and printable paper maps!
- Download PDF - Day Trip Itinerary in York Region - Village Roundabout (59km)
- Oak Ridges Trail – Portions of the 250 km trail across the Moraine are open to cyclists, as posted. A number of York Region trails are a part or connect to this long distance trail.
- Greenbelt Route – More than 475 kilometres of signed cycling adventures await in the beautiful, protected countryside of Ontario’s Greenbelt. From Niagara to Northumberland, enjoy lush forests, winding rivers, welcoming communities, and family farms as you pedal through some of southern Ontario’s diverse and stunning landscapes.
- Information Sources and Published Maps
- York Regional Cycling Tour Map . Map. York Region. 2016. The new cycling tour map provides some routes for exploring York
Region by bike, from ten tour routes to mountain biking, BMX and family cycling options. These routes provide cyclists of all ages and abilities an opportunity to stay active and explore York Region's natural beauty. Print copies: municipal offices, libraries, Chambers of Commerce and community centres. To request a copy: cycling@york.ca or 1-877-464-9675 x 75051. - York Regional Cycling Map. Map. York Region. 2015. Print copies: municipal offices, libraries, Chambers of Commerce and community centres. To request a copy: cycling@york.ca or 1-877-464-9675 x 75051.
- York Region Interactive Cycling Map Interactive Map. York Region.
- Markham Cycling Map. Print Map. City of Markham. 2015. To request a copy: Contact City of Markham 905-477-7000 ext. 2160.
- Richmond Hill Cycling Map. Print Map. Town of Richmond Hill. 2011. Print copies: Richmond Hill's main Municipal Offices, the Operations Centre, all Town community centres and libraries.
York Region's Online Trail Resource - Individual trail maps as well as map guide books of entire trail networks for each municipality in York Region. Download as .pdf file. Call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75051 for detailed descriptions.
- Aurora Trails Map Overview
- East Gwillimbury Trails Map Overview
- Georgina Trails Map Overview
- King Trails Map Overview
- Markham Trails Map Overview
- Newmarket Trails Map Overview
- Richmond Hill Trails Map Overview
- Whitchurch-Stouffville Trails Map Overview
- Vaughan Trails Map Overview
For more information on accommodation, attractions and activities within York Region visit York Scene or Central Counties.
- York Regional Cycling Tour Map . Map. York Region. 2016. The new cycling tour map provides some routes for exploring York
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Hamilton: City of Hamilton, Tourism Hamilton. Halton: Region: Conservation Halton, Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce, Milton Chamber of Commerce. Peel Region: The Hills of Headwaters Tourism Association, Town of Caledon. York Region: York Region Tourism. Durham Region: Durham Region Tourism. County of Northumberland: Northumberland Tourism.
