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  Bicycling the Rideau Corridor is a fun (and healthy) way to enjoy the scenery and view the sights. This section of the Rideau website simply presents a few possible routes as well as links to other Internet resources.Other than the Cataraqui Trail, which covers part of the southern Rideau, there are no specific off-road bicycle trails. Bicycle routes follow secondary paved roads, of which there are many in the region. The topography of the region is gentle, it is generally an easy ride. The large number of secondary roads make Rideau exploration a fun adventure. It is easy to take the "road less travelled" and discover the quiet beauty the Rideau has to offer. This section of the Rideau website has been divided into several areas. In Bicycling Resources you will find links to various Internet resources. In Self-Guided Bicycle Tours you'll find some suggestions and route descriptions to plan your own tour. In Organized Cycling Tours you'll find links to commercial enterprises that provide tours for a fee. Travel Tips - as the name suggests, this is a little section on this website with various travel tips to make your journey a safe and pleasant experience. Accommodations - this link will take you to this website's accommodations page, providing information on campgrounds, B&Bs, lodges and motels in the region. Of note, individual cyclists cannot camp at a lockstation - you must be part of an organized cycling group (and that group must contact the Rideau Canal Office of Parks Canada in advance of the trip to make lockstation camping arrangements). Maps - it is best to pick up a detailed paper map of eastern Ontario (at your local bookstore, CAA office, etc.). Also paper maps of Kingston and Ottawa if you plan on cycling in those cities.
The following are some self-guided cycling tours of the Rideau area.
You may find it easier and more relaxing to bicycle the Rideau as part of an organized tour. These tours, particularly the Rideau Lakes Cycling Tours, not only provide an interesting itinerary and accommodations as part of the package, but also provide on-site interpretation of the beauty and heritage of the Rideau region. A few links of local bicycling interest.
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