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Sample Rides

These are some of the rides that were on offer in September 2025 — the ride level and distance are shown in bold. Check the calendar for the complete list.

Starting at Kars Community Recreation Association on Dorack Dr in Kars, cycle south on the east side of Rideau River, pass through Kemptville on quiet roads and paths, returning to Kars on the west side of Rideau River. (Level 1 - 44 km)

The route is suitable for beginner gravel riders and those wanting a more relaxed, less technical ride. A pretty route that goes between Calabogie and Renfrew using quiet hardpack roads and pavement. There is an option for a cafe stop in Renfrew. (Level 2 Gravel - 67 km)

This route follows Ramsay Concession 8 and Clayton Rd to Union Hall. Then to Balderson via Halpenny, Quinn Settlement and Fergusons Falls. From Balderson head back to Almonte mostly on Drummond Concession 8, Tennyson, 9th Line, Cemetery and Appleton Side Rd. (Level 4 & 5 - 94 km)

Cycle east out of Carp on Old Carp Road to Second Line and Stonecrest to the Morris Island Conservation Area for a picnic lunch at this pretty spot. Return along Logger's Way and Diamondview Rd. (Level 2 - 74 km)

A nice out and back ride on quiet roads from Almonte through Pakenham and on to White Lake for lunch at the Waba Cottage Museum. Returning similar route. (Level 3 - 77 km)

Cycle to Ashton along Fernbank Rd, taking Cemetery Side Rd over Hwy 7 to Appleton and Appleton Side Rd to Almonte. Returning on Appleton Side Rd, Old Almonte Rd, Spruce Ridge Rd, Richardson Side Rd and Huntmar Dr to Stittsville. (Multi-level ride: L2, L3 & L4/L5 - 81 km)

Popular Rides

Here are two rides that are favourites with our members.

[Start = Britannia Park trolley station] Cycle east on bike paths alongside the Ottawa River to the Champlain bridge. Cross the Champlain bridge to the Quebec side and continue past Mousette Park to the Gatineau Park entrance on Taché Blvd. Climb to Champlain Lookout along Gatineau Pkwy and Champlain Pkwy. Descend on Fortune Pkwy to the north loop. Stop in Old Chelsea. Return to Britannia Park along Notch Rd and Mine Rd, back over the Champlain bridge, and on bike paths alongside the Ottawa River. (L2, L3, or L4/L5 - 65 km)

[Start: Last Duel Park (Craig St) at the public docks in Perth] Scenic, quiet, rural cycling roads, with some very special sections. This is a route that would be fun to ride fast, but really you should take it slow and enjoy the incredible scenery and character of the Rideau Lakes and Canal system. (L2, L3, or L4/L5 - 75 km)