If you’re looking for gnarly, challenging mountain bike trails in Northern Ontario, look no further than Algoma. Our region’s rugged landscape is a mountain biker’s dream. Rocky elevations and stunning scenery await adventurers, and convenient places to stay complement the experience. For cyclists looking for new road challenges, you’ll find many hidden gems here. Our region’s country roads are low traffic and lead to charming communities with great places to eat, stay and interesting attractions.
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Cozy cabin rentals on beautiful Lake Lauzon. Offering access to many outdoor activities.
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Your outdoor adventure begins with a lakeside Tent/RV Campsite on Lake Huron in Thessalon, Ontario.
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Whether roughing it in a tent or travelling in the luxury of an RV, Blueberry Hill has you covered!
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Awesome mountain biking can be found on the trails in Kinsmen Park. There are many cycling opportunities for all abilities. Riders will cross streams and witness spectacular views as the trail rolls through lush forest.
Passing through farm fields, and quaint hamlets, the scenic 51-km Sylvan Valley route from Echo Bay to Bruce Mines is ideal for both road cyclists and gravel riders. This route is particularly famous for vibrant fall colours.
Bellevue Valley is located northeast of Sault Ste. Marie with routes for every style of rider. Known for its rugged, gravity-fed mountain biking, the network features challenging descents, scenic viewpoints, and more!
The Island is a hidden gem for cycling. It has a lot of appeal for cyclists because of its open country roads, beautiful scenic views of Lake Huron and its terrain for cyclists looking for different types of challenges.
This 460-km route follows the North Channel of Lake Huron. connecting 26 communities along a signed route. The route offers picturesque views of the rugged Canadian Shield landscape, rolling farmland, lakes and rivers.
A true “bucket list” experience for cyclists. As the highway hugs the shoreline you will witness views of the mightiest of the Great Lakes. The signed route highlights experience in local communities and additional routes.
| Hiking Trail | Rating | Distance | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Highlands | Easy to Advanced | 40 km | Round/Loop | Sault Ste. Marie |
| Sylvan Valley | Moderate | 51 km | Round/Loop | Echo Bay |
| Bellevue Valley | Advanced | 4.8 km | Round/Linear | Goulias River |
| St. Joseph Island | Moderate | 68 km | Round/Loop | St. Joseph Island |
| Lake Huron North Channel | Advanced | 460 km | Round/Linear | Lake Huron North Channel |
| Lake Superior Coastline | Advanced | 700+ km | Round/Linear | Lake Superior Coastline |
Hiawatha Highlands
Hiawatha Highlands Ski, Bike, Snowshoe (Winter Operations), Landslide Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada
Sylvan Valley
Echo Bay, ON, Canada
Bellevue Valley
2450 ON-556, Searchmont, ON P0S 1J0, Canada
St. Joseph Island
ON-548, Tarbutt, ON, Canada
Lake Huron North Channel
Huron Shores, ON, Canada
Lake Superior Coastline
Lake Superior Provincial Park, Algoma, Unorganized, North Part, ON, Canada
The Water Tower Inn is a full-service independent Inn, with 176 well-appointed rooms, suites and family accommodations.
Experience Northern Ontario with a certified wilderness guide who offers authentic outdoor adventures that celebrate the northern way of life.
Hyggeligt Hus has been tailored to make your stay unique and unforgettable. Enjoy a peaceful retreat in the majestic landscape of the Algoma region.
Located in the north end of Sault Ste. Marie, 40 km of Nordic ski trails (2 km are lit until 9:30 pm nightly) and 7 km of snowshoe trails.
Adjacent to Lakeside Beach; on Lake Huron. The Lakeside Park Campground allows for perfect access to outdoor adventure and local amenities.
Camp amongst our 100-year-old pine trees. Nestled alongside the Goulais River, just a 15-minute drive north of Sault Ste. Marie.
Experience a nature getaway at Mountainview Lodge, where adventure and relaxation meet in beautiful northern Ontario.
Lake Lauzon Resort is open all year long for fishing, camping & beautiful scenery. We are glad to accept bookings for Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall.
Searchmont Resort located in the mountains of the Canadian Shield, 48 km north of Sault Ste. Marie with charming chalet and villa lodging.
Overlooking scenic Horne Lake, Hampton Inn by Hilton Elliot Lake offers comfortable accommodations and access to several outdoor activities.
Enjoy a variety of services including cabin rentals, fishing packages and hunting opportunities on beautiful Lake Louise in Chapleau, Ontario.
25 minutes north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. We offer home-style and private house-keeping chalet accommodations.
Enjoy a piece of waterfront paradise in Elliot Lake, Ontario! Offering seasonal and overnight tent and trailer sites on the picturesque South Bay.
| Business Name | Address | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Valley Lodge | 326 Kirby Road, RR #1, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705 649-2880 |
| Blueberry Hill Campground | 2528D Hwy 17 North, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705-649-5631 |
| Follow Her North | 40 Hwy 583 North, Hearst, ON P0L 1N0 | 705-373-2948 |
| Hampton Inn by Hilton Elliot Lake | 279 Highway 108 North, Elliot Lake, ON P5A 2S9 | 705-848-4004 |
| Hiawatha Highlands | 780 Landslide Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6J8 | 705-256-7258 |
| Hyggeligt Hus Rental | 220 Finn Road, Searchmont, ON P0S 1J0 | 519-870-7107 |
| Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine | 1479 B Hwy 17, Algoma Mills, ON P0R 1A0 | 705-849-0007 |
| Linamac Lodge & Trailer Park | PO Box 772, 132 Devon Road, Chapleau, ON P0M 1K0 | 705-665-6162 |
| Mountainview Lodge | 4280 Hwy 556, Searchmont, ON P0S 1J0 | 705-781-3329 |
| Searchmont Resort | 103 Searchmont Resort Road, Searchmont, ON POS 1J0 | 705-781-2340 |
| South Bay Park | 101 South Bay Road, Elliot Lake, ON P5A 2S9 | 705-848-2804 |
| The Water Tower Inn | 360 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4Z7 | 705-949-8111 |
| Thessalon Lakeside Park Campground | 110 Lakeside Drive, #100, Thessalon, ON P0R 1L0 | 705-842-2523 |
| Frontier Lodge | PO Box 278, Elliot Lake, ON P5A 2J7 | 705-848-2809 |
| Lake House on Lake Superior | 1752 Pine Shores Road, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705-297-8735 |
| McCauley’s Havilland Bay | 5235 Hwy 17, Goulais River, ON P0S 1E0 | 705-541-8139 |
Hyggeligt Hus Rental
220 Finn Road, Searchmont Ontario, P0S 1J0
Hampton Inn by Hilton Elliot Lake
279 Highway 108 North, Elliot Lake Ontario, P5A 2S9
Follow Her North
40 Hwy 583 North, Hearst Ontario, P0L 1N0
Thessalon Lakeside Park Campground
110 Lakeside Drive, #100, Thessalon Ontario, P0R 1L0
The Water Tower Inn
360 Great Northern Road, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6B 4Z7
Searchmont Resort
103 Searchmont Resort Road, Searchmont Ontario, POS 1J0
Mountainview Lodge
4280 Hwy 556, Searchmont Ontario, P0S 1J0
Linamac Lodge & Trailer Park
PO Box 772, 132 Devon Road, Chapleau Ontario, P0M 1K0
Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine
1479 B Hwy 17, Algoma Mills Ontario, P0R 1A0
Hiawatha Highlands
780 Landslide Road, Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, P6A 6J8
Blueberry Hill Campground
2528D Hwy 17 North, Goulais River Ontario, P0S 1E0
Bellevue Valley Lodge
326 Kirby Road, RR #1, Goulais River Ontario, P0S 1E0
South Bay Park
101 South Bay Road, Elliot Lake Ontario, P5A 2S9
