Voyageur Cycling Route – Arnprior to Carleton Place

 

Location Arnprior, Pakenham, Almonte, Carleton Place
Distance 37.95 km/ 23.58 mi
Surface Type Granular Trail
Points of Interest James Naismith statue, Historic Stone Bridge, Downtown Almonte
Printable Maps Voyageur Cycling Route Map 16 and Map 17

Algonquin Trail

The Voyageur Cycling Route – Arnprior to Carleton Place section, is an easy ride on the Algonquin Trail through the quiet countryside along the Mississippi River. The fertile agricultural lands in the river valley make for a scenic backdrop to the ride where a field of sunflowers in full bloom is an attraction unto itself.

Mississippi Mills & Pakenham

The trail crosses the Mississippi River three times along this section providing impressive views of the waterway that has shaped the region. Cyclists will want to take time to explore the communities of Mississippi Mills to discover the past and present. Pakenham is known for its tasty treats that can be savoured on the shores of the Mississippi River next to a historic stone bridge.

Almonte

Almonte is a charming community that celebrates its local heritage. Murals and statues commemorate the community’s rich history with some surprising characters hailing from the community. Having embraced the local cycling culture with services such as a bike share program and friendly cycling challenges, the community welcomes cyclists with open arms.

Map

Photo Album from Voyageur Cycling Route Eastern Expansion Workshop

Voyageur Cycling Route Eastern Expansion Mobile Workshop

 

The vast network of trails we celebrate exist on the traditional lands and waterways of the Anishinaabe people within the territory protected by the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 and Williams Treaties of 1923.