
Mountain Bike & Cycle
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 bikers’ 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, and stay and interesting attractions.
The following are a sample of cycling and mountain biking trails in Algoma:
Lake Huron North Channel
The Northern expansion of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, this 460-km route follows the North Channel of Lake Huron. It connects 26 communities along a signed route. The route offers picturesque views of the rugged Canadian Shield landscape, rolling farmland, lakes and rivers. An excellent mix of wilderness and waterfront. Explore heritage sites, scenic lookouts, delicious food and drink and the warm Northern hospitality of local communities. Download a map here
Hiawatha Highlands
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 the lush forest of the conservation.
Download the Hiawatha Moutain Bike Trail map here
Download the Crystal Creek Trail map here
King Mountain
As one of the highest elevations of the Gitchee Gumee Trail, special permission can be obtained from Stokely Creek Lodge to mountain bike on King Mountain. There are incredible views of the Algoma Highlands Conservancy.
Bellevue Valley Trail System
Bellevue Valley is located northeast of Sault Ste. Marie with routes for every style of rider. Download a map here
Lake Superior Coastline
Not for the faint of heart, this cycling follows Highway 17 through Lake Superior Provincial Park. Must stops along the shore of Lake Superior are Old Woman Bay, and Katherine Cove. As the highway hugs the shoreline you will witness the pinnacle views of the mightiest of the Great Lakes.
St. Joseph Island
Explore the 70 km signed circle route. 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. Learn more: A Guide to Cycling St. Joseph Island
Winter Fat Biking
Fat Bikes, or Snow Bikes, are like mountain bikes except you ride on hard-packed snow! This can be done on the trail systems at King Mountain and Hiawatha Highlands.
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Featured Packages
Searchmont Resort

Searchmont, Ontario
Searchmont Resort located in the mountains of the Canadian Shield, 48 km north of Sault Ste. Marie with charming chalet and villa lodging.
Moose Horn Lodge

Chapleau, Ontario
Enjoy the wilderness of Northern Ontario & everything that it has to offer. Finally a place that when night falls nothing but darkness & stars.
The Water Tower Inn

Sault Ste. Marie, OntarioBook Now
The Water Tower Inn is a full-service independent Inn, with 176 well-appointed rooms, suites and family accommodations.
Blueberry Hill Campground

Goulais River, OntarioBook Now
On Hwy 17 North, 15 miles from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Motel and Campground open year round. Four bedroom cottage and a trailer available for rent.
Pine Portage Lodge

Wawa, OntarioBook Now
Pine Portage Lodge has been hosting fishing/hunting vacations since 1946 and offers excellent Accommodations, Dining and Guest Services.
Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine

Algoma Mills, OntarioBook Now
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.
South Bay Park

Elliot Lake, Ontario
Enjoy a piece of waterfront paradise in Elliot Lake, Ontario! Offering seasonal and overnight tent and trailer sites on the picturesque South Bay.
Hiawatha Highlands

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Located in the north end of Sault Ste. Marie, 40 km of Nordic ski trails (2 km of which is lit until 9:30pm nightly) and 7 km of snowshoe trails.
McCauley’s Havilland Bay

Goulais River, Ontario
This 4-season area is rich in nature with an abundance of activities. Enjoy one of the 9-boutique rooms with beautiful mountain views in Havilland.
Map Directory
Business Name | Address | City/Town | Phone Number |
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Blueberry Hill Campground | 2528 Hwy 17 North | Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0 | 705-649-5631 |
Hiawatha Highlands | 780 Landslide Road | Sault Ste. Marie ON, P6A 6J8 | 705-256-7258 |
Lake Lauzon Resort & Marine | 1479 B Hwy 17 | Algoma Mills ON, P0R 1A0 | 705-849-0007 |
McCauley’s Havilland Bay | 5235 Hwy 17 | Goulais River ON, P0S 1E0 | 705-541-8139 |
Moose Horn Lodge | PO Box 284 | Chapleau ON, P0M 1K0 | 705-864-1875 |
Pine Portage Lodge | PO Box 1129A, 195 Mission Road | Wawa ON, P0S 1K0 | 705-856-2223 |
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 |
Follow Her North | 40 Hwy 583 North, RR2 | Hearst ON, P0L 1N0 | 705-373-2948 | Frontier Lodge | PO Box 278 | Elliot Lake ON, P5A 2J7 | 705-848-2809 |
Melwel Lodge | 435 Melwel Road | Iron Bridge ON, P0R 1H0 | 705-842-2141 |