Walking and Cycling in Durham Region?
Cycling and walking are healthy travel options in Durham Region! Walk or ride your bike to work, school, run errands or just for fun and exercise.
The Region of Durham is currently updating the Regional Cycling Plan. Visit the Regional Cycling Plan 2020 webpage to learn more about this project and how you can get involved.
Benefits of Walking and Cycling |
Walking and cycling are both great ways for children and adults to achieve the recommended number of minutes of physical activity per week as recommended by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP). Visit CSEP's website to learn more about the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines. Active modes of transportation, such as cycling and walking, can help people to:
Participating in physical activities like walking and biking can help lower your risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Other benefits of walking, cycling and other forms of active transportation include:
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Cycling Safely |
Before you head out on a bike, prepare yourself by learning about what equipment you will need, proper bike maintenance, the rules of the road and riding safely. Here are some resources that can help: |
Taking Your Bike on the Bus |
All DRT buses are equipped with bike racks. They hold up to two bicycles and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You are responsible for loading and unloading your bicycle. Before the bus arrives
Remove loose items from your bike, such as water bottles or items in your basket. When the bus arrivesMake eye contact with the driver. Signal to them that you are going to be using the bike rack.
Getting off the busLet the drive know that you will be taking your bike. To remove your bike, lift up the arm and place it down on the rack. Take your bike off the rack, and if there are no other bikes, lift the rack back onto the bus. |
Where can I bike? |
Trying to understand where you're legally allowed to ride a bike? Rules can vary from municipality to municipality. On the RoadA bicycle is considered a vehicle under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act. Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities to obey all traffic laws as other road users. A bike travelling on a roadway at less than the normal speed of traffic should stay as close as possible to the right hand curb or edge of the roadway. You can legally ride your bike on any road in Ontario unless:
On multi-use trailsMore than 350 kilometres of recreational trails weave throughout Durham Region. Here are some resources to help you plan your next cycling trip. Cycling map and brochures
Learn more about trails and cycling in your municipality |
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