The Crawford Trail travels between Crawford Drive and Monaghan Road. Work is now underway to extend this trail to Townsend Street, linking with the Bethunescape Project. The extension is being done in phases as budget and logistics permit. In 2020, the section between Romaine Street and Lake Street is being completed.
Trails
Discover the natural beauty of Peterborough along the City's trails and active routes. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll along scenic waterfront pathways, a trail that links into hundred of kilometres of cycling in neighbouring communities in Central Ontario, or a chance to connect with nature, there is something for everyone. Trails are a great spot to explore the outdoors and get moving in all four seasons.
Major Trails
Our network of trails and bikeways is growing every year as we work towards being more walk and bike friendly.
Trans-Canada Trail
Also known as The Great Trail
- City section of this trail is 10 kilometres in length
- Bisects the City from east to west, connects to Hastings and beyond in the east, connects to Lindsay and beyond in the west
- Includes sections of road in the downtown
- Section through Jackson Park to Ackison Road meanders alongside Jackson Creek and is quite scenic
- Goes along Otonabee River through Millennium Park
- Section along Little Lake through City parks has most amenities
- Main access points are at Beavermead Park, downtown and Jackson Park
Amenities
- Washrooms and camping in Beavermead Park
- Public bike repair station by Silver Bean in Millennium Park
- Food and beverages in summer months in Beavermead parking lot, at the Silver Bean and in downtown
- Parks with splash pad and beaches
Rotary Greenway Trail
- 10 kilometres in the City, 15 kilometres including section to Lakefield
- Travels from little lake north to Trent University and then to Lakefield along Otonabee River
- Many scenic views
- Main access points are at Beavermead Park, Rogers Cove Park, along Auburn Street and at the north end of Armour Road
Amenities
- Washrooms at Nicholls Oval park
- Many benches
- Two shelters
- Splash pad at Nicholls Oval park
Parkway Trail
- 4 kilometres long
- Connects Jackson Park and the Riverview Park & Zoo
- Main access points are at Jackson Park and at the Riverview Park & Zoo
Amenities
- Washrooms and splash pad at the Riverview Park & Zoo
Crawford Trail
- Located in the City's southend
- 2 kilometres long
- Work is underway to extend this trail to the downtown
Maintenance
Call Public Works at 705-745-1386 if you have a concern about maintenance along a trail. We plow paved trails in the winter.
Let us know if you have a suggestion about how we can improve our trails.
To make walking, cycling, skateboarding and E-biking safe and fun for everyone, we have a by-law that says where you can skateboard, bicycle and E-bike in the City of Peterborough. Permitted uses on multi-use trails are:
- Walking
- Wheelchairs and medical scooters
- Cycling
- Skateboarding
- Running
- In-line skating
- Bicycle-style e-bikes if pedaling only.
We do not permit scooter-style E-bikes on our multi-use trails.
When on the trails, please keep to the right and pass on the left. Warn people walking that you are passing by calling out or using a bike bell. When passing someone, go slowly and give them lots of room, at least 1 metre.
You do not need a permit to use a trail for an event, but no races are permitted and no exclusive use of the trails is available.
Contact Us
City Hall
500 George St. N.
Peterborough, ON
K9H 3R9
Phone: 705-742-7777
Toll Free: 1-855-738-3755
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