A remarkable expanse of gravel roads, starting with Centre Dummer Road, unfurled before us, revealing some of the region's finest gravel terrain. Despite having to stop briefly to repair a flat tire we continued to make good time. A brief...

Over time, every cyclist develops their own collection of go-to routes. These are the routes that you jump on your bike and ride without really thinking about it too much. You know exactly how long it’s going to take and...

This little route is truly a gem.  Immediately leaving Peterborough on the Great Trail this route quickly gets riders out to the quiet farm roads south of the city.  Rolling hills and great views abound throughout the entire route.  At...

This is a nice little route that allows riders to escape the city as quickly as possible.  After leaving Peterborough on the Great Trail, quiet roads with great views await!

Lakefield is the single most popular cycling destination in the region; and for very good reason. It is a beautiful, thriving little place within easy reach of Peterborough. Most riders make their way to Lakefield on River Road, which is...

We like this route a lot. Most of the roads are exceptionally quiet and much of the route has a far-away feel about it. While never straying far from Peterborough there are a few surprises along the way. Riders can...

This route offers a short but sweet introduction to the fabulous gravel roads in the Peterborough area. Primarily flat, the route cruises through rural farmland and past the Warsaw Caves . . . You could not call yourself a cyclist...

If you like climbing this is a route for you. The climbs come in groups just to make it feel harder! Mostly the roads are very quiet but there are a few short sections with heavier traffic …and there is...

The profile of Valley Road looks a bit like a set of sawteeth! The route has a nice balance of rail-trail, gravel and hard-top roads while visiting both rolling farmland and cottage country. Valley Road itself is not for the...