Follow in the footsteps of early Indigenous, French and Metis fur traders through pristine waterways, lush forests, rolling hills, rugged rock and wide-open spaces with our self-guided Cycling Experiences & Multi-Adventures along and around the Voyageur Cycling Route.
The Voyageur Cycling Route is a developing 645km route across Ontario’s Near North.
What cyclists are saying about the Almaguin Spin:
“The public water fountain in Sundridge has the best water in the world!” AIM Riders
What cyclists are saying about the Almaguin Spin:
“It feels like an accomplishment to say that I biked beside the World’s largest freshwater lake without an island.”
What cyclists are saying about the Almaguin Spin:
“My favourite ride is in Almaguin in the Autumn. The fall colours, the quiet country roads, crisp air and the well deserved pint at a craft brewery at the end with friends is something I look forward to.”
“I love how the kids are completely worn out after a great day playing in the snow”
“The sunsets are spectacular over the French River. And, we love how there are so many quiet bays explore.”
What adventurers are saying about Ride Winter!
Fat biking on the Stepping Stones trails is really cool! I love the wide-open small lakes and the narrow singletrack, it keeps it interesting for sure. They are super fun to ride on! Photo: Shyla Sparks Photography
What adventurers are saying about Ride Winter!
North Bay’s Laurentian Escarpment rocks for fat biking. It’s a true gem and adrenaline rush with all the ups and downs! But don’t worry, there are a lot of flats to recover on.
What adventurers are saying about Ride Winter!
The Trans Canada – Callander Trail is an amazing spot to adventure by kicksled. Absolutely love the quiet, unspoiled wilderness. With the excellent mix of terrain, it’s fun catching speed on the downhills! Instagram: @sisu.adventure.rentals
“The Mattawa River is our favorite place to paddle. The towering cliffs, waterfalls, hidden caves… there are so many beautiful spots around every bend. Just be wary of the rocks often hidden just below the water’s surface.”
What cyclists are saying about Spirit of the Bay:
“The spirit of the community is as big as Lake Nipissing! There were so many rich discoveries and hidden surprises.”
What cyclists are saying about Grind the North: “North Bay trails dialed up some small mountain enduro vibes with technical Rocky assents and speedy downs with fun man made features and loose powdery dirt” Women’s Mountain Bike Exchange Participant
What cyclists are saying about Grind the North: “I was just telling someone the other day how much I loved the trails in North Bay! You get some amazing, thrilling down hills that are full of flow and impressive features. It has been one of my most favorite places to ride. I’d climb all day for those fun downs!”
What cyclists are saying about Grind the North: “The trails were perfectly technical with a lot of options-And the climbs are nothing to those who come from the Copeland! I’d climb all day for those fun downs!”
What cyclists are saying about riding the Old Nipissing Road: “As a first-season rider, I felt accomplished when we finished the long route but what was most impactful was knowing that we were travelling the same pathway as so many women before us. Reading the signs was a reminder that countless women, with remarkable courage and fortitude, paved an opportunity for all of us to ride!”
What cyclists are saying about Vive le Nord! What a ride. 70 kms through a francophone region. Starting in Noelville, I rode over bridges, past horses, a share shed— where you can — well, share things like clothes and books and mixed tapes! Even came upon a field of herons. Amazing. With few cars, this ride was serene. It was glorious to hit fast speeds along the undulating false flats! @thespokedtraveller
What cyclists are saying about Vive le Nord! This was such a smooth, peaceful and rejuvenating ride! I started in Sturgeon Falls and headed up to River Valley. I met several French-speaking locals who were super friendly and curious about my ride. There are lots of pastoral scenes of cows and horses, open skies, marshlands, forests and of course the Sturgeon River all along the way. Insta: @truenaturenorth
Get the Voyageur Cycling Route Mini-Guide!
Includes: Spirit of the Bay, Old Nipissing Ghost Road, Red Toque Tour & Farmstand 40
Are You Planning a long-distance ride?
We have an overview of the entire Voyageur Cycling route, including downloadable route maps, by section. Please note that some sections do not have cycling facilities.
To learn more about the ongoing work to develop the Eastern Ontario section that connects to La Route Verte:
- Cycling information through the Ottawa Valley
- Lanark County cycling routes
- Click About here, or in the Menu
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