Cycling | Durham Tourism

Enjoy Durham Region by Bike

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, our diverse network of cycling trails and loops offers something for everyone. Explore scenic countryside, vibrant downtowns, and hidden gems as you pedal through one of Ontario’s most picturesque regions. Embark on an unforgettable adventure and experience Durham Region like never before. Happy cycling!

Recreational Cycling Loops

Head out into the country and explore the scenic landscape on one of these on-road cycling loops designed for cyclists of all skill levels. While you are riding, stop by one of the listed tourism businesses that are ready to welcome cyclists and provide cycle-friendly amenities.

Which of these skill levels looks most like you?

Leisure

Trail and on-road, short (under 10km, 25 minutes), mostly flat.

Intermediate

On-road, medium distance (10km to 20km, 30 minutes to 1 hour), some light hills.

Advanced

On-road, longer distance (up to 60km, 1 to 3½ hours), high number of hills/climbs.

Leisure

Cannington Countryside Loop

A relaxed and fully paved ride through the charming rural landscape of Cannington, perfect for families and casual cyclists. Enjoy quiet roads, small-town hospitality, and easy access to local cafés and unique shops.

Explore this route:

Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 100%
Gravel: 0%
Length: 9 km

Ontario by Bike Destinations: Nourish Community Hub, Township of Brock Visitor Information Centre, Canter Coffee

Seagrave Countryside Loop

A scenic gravel adventure through peaceful farmland and backroads, ideal for riders seeking a slower-paced, off-the-beaten-path experience. This route showcases Durham’s rustic beauty and wide-open countryside.

Explore this route:

Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 18%
Gravel: 82%
Length: 14 km

Intermediate

Down by the Lake Loop

A smooth, lakeside ride offering refreshing waterfront views and a laid-back cycling experience. Perfect for those looking to combine light exercise with scenic shoreline moments.

Explore this route:
Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 100%
Length: 12 km

Serene Scugog Loop

Cycle through the heart of Scugog, where picturesque farmland meets the charm of Historic Downtown Port Perry. This route blends gentle rolling terrain with inviting stops like local cafés, shops, and waterfront vistas.

Explore this route:

Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 100%
Length: 17 km

Ontario by Bike Destinations: Cycle Life, Nexus Coffee Co., Old Flame Brewing Co., Port Perry BIA/ Scugog Chamber of Commerce, Willow Pond Bed & Breakfast

Advanced

Apple Capital Loop

Ride through Clarington’s orchard country in the Apple Capital of Canada, where rolling hills and rural roads lead you past farms, markets, and seasonal harvest experiences—especially vibrant during apple season.

Explore this route:
Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 100%
Length: 28 km

Ontario by Bike Destinations: Archibald's Winery, Tyrone Mills, The Hive Centre Bee and Bee, Our Valley View B&B

Beaverton Eastern Shore Loop

Follow the eastern shoreline of Lake Simcoe on this scenic route featuring open water views, breezy stretches, and welcoming stops in Beaverton’s waterfront community.

Explore this route:
Strava • Ride with GPS

Paved: 100%
Gravel: 0%
Length: 32 km

Ontario by Bike Destinations: The Shortis Café Bar, Rbikes/The Bodyfirm, Beaver River Museum

A fully gravel adventure for experienced riders seeking rugged terrain and immersive nature. This route delivers a true backcountry cycling experience through Durham’s scenic landscapes.

Explore this route:

Strava • Ride with GPS

Gravel: 100%
Length: 38 km

Ride the Trails

From the waterfront trails to the rolling hills of the Oak Ridges Moraine, Durham Region abounds with excellent recreational opportunities. Throughout the seasons, walk, jog, hike, cycle, cross-country ski, snowshoe, or in-line skate (no motorized vehicles allowed). Our trails will lead you through a variety of pleasant landscapes. Explore urban centres, small hamlets, wetlands, lush green forests, and reconnect with the fresh outdoors.

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

Trans Canada Trail

Uxbridge Kawarthas Rail Trail

Mountain Biking

Unleash your adventurous spirit and explore the rugged beauty of Durham Region on two wheels. Our diverse trails offer thrilling experiences for mountain bikers of all skill levels. Experience the stunning natural vistas of Durham Region, from forests to panoramic viewpoints. From challenging climbs to exhilarating descents, Durham’s landscape is your playground!

Explore Durham's Mountain Biking Trails

The Trail Hub

The Trail Hub offers mountain biking trails, designed for both beginners and pros, offer thrilling descents, challenging climbs, and panoramic views.

Explore the Trail Hub

Resources

Did you know?

Uxbridge is the Trail Capital of Canada! With over 350 kilometres of recreational and multi-use trails, residents and visitors are provided with the opportunity to walk, hike, mountain bike, horseback ride, cross-country ski, or snowshoe.

The Regional Cycling Plan 2021 identifies actions and initiatives that will help the Region and area municipalities work together to provide a high-quality, well connected, and safe cycling network that accommodates people of all ages and abilities.

The Region of Durham is making it easier to navigate by bike with the development of a Cycling Wayfinding and Signage Strategy. The goal is to come with new visually consistent signs that help residents and visitors navigate more easily the Region’s Primary Cycling Network and connect with key destinations.

The Trail Hub has been awarded the winner of best bicycle friendly business from Ontario By Bike™ for the regions of York, Durham, and Headwaters!

Cycling Organizations

Clarington Cycling Club
A popular 55+ club that is open to residents of Durham Region. Club rides include a more leisurely pace with lots of interesting stops, towns and destinations. The season starts with 20 to 30km rides and progresses through the season to 50 to 80km with an emphasis on small group rides and safety.

Durham Cycling Club
Durham Cycling is a club that focuses on fitness and social camaraderie and accommodates many levels of cyclists in our tours of Durham Region

Durham Region Cycling Coalition
An organization that is the community’s safe cycling voice with the goal of influencing improvements to cycling infrastructure.

Durham Mountain Biking Association
Join a passionate community of mountain bikers who share your love for adventure and the great outdoors.

Durham Shredders
Whether your child ages 7 to 18 is exploring the fun of trail riding or aiming for racing accolades at the provincial and national levels, this club offers an inclusive, supportive environment for every aspiration.

Ontario By Bike
The Ontario By Bike™ Network is a great resource when planning a cycling trip or outing in Durham Region. Accommodations, restaurants, cafes, attractions, visitor information centres, bike stores and other businesses participating in the Ontario By Bike™ Network have been certified as bicycle friendly for providing specialized services and amenities that cater to your needs as a cyclist. These may include secure overnight bike storage and daytime bike parking, healthy food options, cycling information and access to washrooms, water and rest areas.

Oshawa Cycling Club
Recreational touring throughout Durham Region. The club caters to a wide range of age and experience levels with regularly scheduled rides on weekdays and weekends.

Uxbridge Cycling Club
The Uxbridge Cycling Club (UCC) is a recreational road cycling club for riders of all abilities, where fun and fitness are the primary objectives.

This webpage has been developed to assist recreational cyclists in planning trips. The routes and loops mentioned should be evaluated by each individual cyclist based on their level of experience, comfort level in cycling in mixed traffic, weather conditions, time of day, posted speed, changing road grades and any road obstacles or conditions, whether temporary or permanent, such as construction or potholes. The Regional Municipality of Durham makes no warranties of any kind concerning the accuracy, reliability or completeness of this web content or the safe condition of any road, route, loop, trail or facility whatsoever shown on it. Users of this content are solely responsible for the risks associated with these routes as well as their own safety when cycling in Durham Region. Cyclists are reminded that they must comply with the Highway Traffic Act and are encouraged to always use safety equipment when cycling. The Region of Durham is not responsible for any offences committed by third parties, which may cause a hazard or injury to cyclists.