Guelph Lake – Eramosa River loop from Guelph Central Station

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Guelph/Eramosa

Guelph Lake – Eramosa River loop from Guelph Central Station

Moderate

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Guelph Lake – Eramosa River loop from Guelph Central Station

02:37

43.7km

240m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 405 m for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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433 m

Guelph Farmers' Market

Highlight • Structure

A great market with regional products

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1.77 km

Flowing through southern Ontario’s Waterloo Region, the Speed River winds its way from its source in Orton through scenic countryside and urban green spaces before joining the Grand River at Cambridge. Along its route, the river passes parks, trails, and small tributaries, making it a favourite for walkers, paddlers, and nature lovers looking for accessible outdoor escapes.

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8.44 km

Speed River

Highlight • River

The Old Trunk spur of the Grand Trunk Trail runs parallel to the Speed River. Here the river merges into Guelph Lake, and continues south into Guelph. This is one of the more serene sections of the river and you can really appreciate it with the forest surrounding.

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8.94 km

Guelph Lake

Highlight • Lake

Just past the dam here, the road ends and there are some very nice views of Guelph Lake. There is a trail that connects down to the beach directly to the north from here, and the path to the south connects to the Guelph Lake Trails.

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33.2 km

Starkey Hill Conservation Area

Highlight • Trail

This conservation area features a 4-kilometre loop trail through the 37 hectares within the park's boundaries. Parking is available just off of Arkell Road, and there is additional access to the nearby Arkell Spring Grounds and its vast trail network.

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41.2 km

Eramosa River

Highlight • River

The Eramosa River winds through Southern Ontario and is popular for kayaking, canoeing, and trout and bass fishing. The river's name is believed to come from an Indigenous word, Un-ne-mo-sah, which means "crazy dog."

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43.1 km

Downtown Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Downtown Trail runs along the Speed River for 3.6 kilometres between Speedvale Avenue and Gordon Street. It passes through multiple parks and neighbourhoods with great views of the river the whole way.

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43.7 km

End point

Train Station

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