Great Places to Cycle

The Story: Bluewater Granfondo

It was December 2015, on a cold brisk morning, when a few cyclists gathered at a local cafe that the Bluewater International Granfondo (BIG) was born. The goals were simple. Within four years, BIG has had an impact far greater than anyone could have imagined.

Rail Trails In Kawartha Lakes

IMG 8843 2 resize

The City of Kawartha Lakes, which incorporates Lindsay and the surrounding area, sits at the cross-roads of two major rail trails in Ontario. Travelling east to west across the entire region, the Great Trail, known locally as the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail intersects the Victoria Rail Trail, which runs north to south and offers plenty of trail riding for those looking to take bike trips in the heart of Ontario's cottage country.

2019 Ontario By Bike Rides

Find out more about our Ontario By Bike Ride destinations and schedule for 2019! New destinations and old classics all with the same great value! These small group weekend tours are self-guided, fully supported and always sell out!

Just Bring Your Bike and Ride!

2019 Cycling In Ontario Guide

Also available in French

Cycle Tourism Conference 2019

Learn more about and view the presentations from our recent Cycle Tourism Conference held on March 1, 2019.

Celebrate by Bike

Choose to explore Ontario on one of these 15 world class, legacy cycling itineraries! Read More...

Sign Up for Newsletter!

Stay up-to-date on the latest cycling routes, experiences and bicycle-friendly businesses!

We send out our e-newsletters once a month!

Ride These Epic Routes

Explore 3,000km+ of extraordinary cycling
along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail and Greenbelt Route.

Search

Map Categories

Take a Break!

Domestique-Cafe Cyclo Sportif - 12 Miller's Lane, Dundas, Ontario Photo Credit: Simon Wilson

Let your ride take you to a new turnaround destination, or better yet take a tour that includes multiple stops along the way. You can only ride so far without refueling and taking a rest. Numerous businesses certified as bicycle friendly can be found trailside or close to one of the many excellent route options in featured Ontario By Bike regions.

Explore our new Ontario By Bike Map and discover great local cafes and restaurants; farm stops; wineries; artisans galleries; B&B's or hotel accommodations; bike stores, tours, rentals, indoor bike park locations; plus many more unique attractions and useful services.