Cornwall Tourism to Highlight the Riverside Trail at Montreal Bicycle Show
February 20, 2025Cornwall Ontario – The Riverside Trail is one of Ontario’s best cycling experiences, and it will be promoted along with other exceptional cycling trails and scenic routes at the Montreal Bike Show.
The Montreal Bike Show is the premier cycling exhibition in Canada, drawing enthusiasts from across the nation. It runs from Friday, February 21, to Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the Palais des Congrès in Downtown Montreal.
“Cycling in Cornwall offers a variety of unique cycling experiences that includes the traffic-free Riverside Trail, mountain and fat bike trails at Guindon Park, the BMX track and rural gravel routes,” stated Shauna Baggs, from Cornwall Tourism. “Our Visitor Center welcomes a significant number of cyclists each year.”
Cornwall Tourism will be distributing cycling maps as well as copies of the newly published 2025 Cornwall and SDG Counties Visitor Guide during the show. This bilingual guide is packed with valuable information on where to stay, upcoming events, and must-visit attractions throughout Cornwall and the surrounding SDG Counties.
The Cornwall Tourism exhibit is Booth 1208.
Cycling in Cornwall
Cornwall offers a unique experience for cyclists of all abilities – and that includes road cyclists, mountain bikers and everyday enthusiasts. The highlight in the region is the Riverside Trail yet there are also fat bike trails for winter and an amazing BMX track for cyclists who enjoy the thrill of racing. The City is constantly expanding its network of cycling and multi-use trails and was recently acknowledged as a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly City.
About the Riverside Trail
Cornwall’s Riverside Trail offers over 23 km of traffic-free cycling along the St. Lawrence River. It is part of the world renowned Waterfront Trail that connects 140 communities and First Nations along the Canadian shores of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River.
The Riverside Trail is a dedicated multi-use trail that spans the entire waterfront, offering stunning views of the Cornwall Canal and St. Lawrence River – completely off-road. The Trail connects several attractions including the OPG Visitor Centre, Cornwall Community Museum, Lamoureux Park and the Aquatic Centre.
Free parking for trail users is available at the Cornwall Civic Complex, which also provides public washrooms.
- Ride the Riverside Trail – Article
- Riverside Trail Map – Cornwall Section
- Riverside Trail Map – Lancaster to Upper Canada Village
- Cycling Safety Tips
The trail continues to the west and east, connecting Cornwall to the communities of South Dundas, South Stormont, South Glengarry… and beyond.
For more information on cycling in Cornwall, please check out Cornwall Tourism’s Cycling page.
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Looking for other fun things to do in Cornwall? Check out the Explore section of the Cornwall Tourism website for other fun-filled activities to keep you busy. Better yet, consider extending your stay with a night at one of the city’s great accommodations!