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SaveKitchener-Waterloo trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Hiking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Snowshoeing, Winter Fat Biking, Nordic Skiing, Adaptive Biking, Backcountry Skiing, Horseback, Skiing and Dirtbiking. Trails here are often faint trail, flowy and gravelly. Scenery includes creeks, lakes and views. Common trail features include jumps, berms and drops. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Columbia Forest/Vista Hills, The Hydrocut and Laurel Creek Conservation.
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- Mountain Bike
504 trails
- E-Bike
304 trails
- Gravel Bike
296 trails
- Adaptive Bike
69 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
122 trails
- Horse
14 trails
- Hike
456 trails
- Trail Running
458 trails
- Dirtbike/Moto
9 trails
- Snowshoe
129 trails
- Downhill Ski
11 trails
- Backcountry Ski
21 trails
- Nordic Ski
86 trails
Region Details
- 151
- 86
- 112
- 104
- 36
- 11
Region Status
Open as of Oct 30, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 514
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 504
- Trails E-Bike
- 304
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 296
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 69
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 122
- Trails Horse
- 14
- Trails Hike
- 456
- Trails Trail Running
- 458
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 9
- Trails Snowshoe
- 129
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 11
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 21
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 86
- Total Distance
- 189 miles
- Total Descent
- 13,611 ft
- Total Vertical
- 477 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,380 ft
- Reports
- 5,071
- Photos
- 825
- Completed Counter
- 133,137
Sub Regions
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Bechtel Park
- 4
- 5
- 4
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Chicopee Ski Hill
- 2
- 5
- 2
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Columbia Forest/Vista Hills
- 4
- 31
- 21
- 9
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Deerfoot Reserve
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Homer Watson Park
- 2
- 9
- 4
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Huron Natural Area
- 5
- 12
- 3
- 1
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Laurel Creek Conservation
- 14
- 14
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McLennan Park
- 3
- 3
- 6
- 2
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Monarch Woods
- 4
- 1
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Natchez Woods
- 5
- 3
- 3
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Stamm Woodlot
- 2
- 2
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The Hydrocut
- 4
- 32
- 13
- 7
Popular Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 2,136 ft • 0 ft • 3,065 •
Great down hill from the Map Kiosk. Loads of flow with a great sweeping corner at the end. Keep the flow going all the way back to the Glasgow Lot.
• 95 ★ 3.9 • 1,827 ft • 85 ft • 3,027 •
Mostly uphill with a few quick descents where it pays to carry speed into the next uphill. Scrambler has 2 steeper sections that will challenge newer riders. There is an optional rock rollover to the right of the trail on an uphill and...
• 95 ★ 3.3 • 2,093 ft • 25 ft • 2,932 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a easy overall physical rating with a 25 ft green climb. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 3.6 • 3,084 ft • 132 ft • 2,893 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail and has a hard overall physical rating with a 132 ft black diamond climb. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 3,035 ft • 96 ft • 2,847 •
Return Trail with a steady climb up a hill back to the start where you can either go back to the East Parking Lot via Monkey Boy, ride Adam's Run, or go back down via Sweet Street or Mountain Goat Loop.
• 95 ★ 3.9 • 4,511 ft • 58 ft • 2,742 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 13 miles • 1,222 ft • 35 • Loop •
The Hydrocut is running an official Time Trial this year using Strava. The course has been set. It was...
★ 5.0 • 6 miles • 516 ft • 23 • Loop •
This route maximizes downhill trails while minimizing uphill trails. Before riding Monkey Boy out, ride...
★ 3.5 • 17 miles • 1,563 ft • 48 • Loop •
This is the full route for all the current trails as of 2021 without any backtracking, except Fluffy Bunny...
★ 1.0 • 17 miles • 1,462 ft • 39 • Loop •
A complete loop of The Hydrocut trails starting at the Glasgow entrance. This includes 2022 new trail...
★ 2.0 • 124 miles • 5,871 ft • 143 • Loop •
If there was ever an Ontario bikepacking route worthy of a dropper post and squish, it’s this one. The...
7 miles • 582 ft • 17 • Loop •
A good flow route with minimal climbing for this trail system. Take muddy paws instead of the bride if you...
Photos of Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike
Videos of Kitchener-Waterloo Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Rockin' Ronnie | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| The Bride - Blue section | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Muddy Paws | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| The Bride | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Stinky Girl | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Alberts Alley | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Stinky Girl - Blue | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Andy's BBQ | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Testing Positive | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Ideal | GoneBiking79 | ||
| Kaitlyn's Switchbacks | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:18pm (America/Toronto) Oct 30, 2026 | Dry | GoneBiking79 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| pfaWUR | add | photo | activity #107038817 and 1 more | Nov 1, 2026 @ 2:16pm 2 days |
| pfaWUR | add | photo | activity #107033820 and 13 more | Nov 1, 2026 @ 1:12pm 2 days |
| pfaWUR | add | photo | activity #107030361 and 2 more | Nov 1, 2026 @ 12:31pm 2 days |
| GoneBiking79 | add | report | activity #106899644 and 9 more | Oct 30, 2026 @ 7:26pm Oct 30, 2026 |
| pfaWUR | add | photo | activity #106879216 and 3 more | Oct 30, 2026 @ 12:30pm Oct 30, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | nvni豪华版又急急忙忙郡你呢 | Sep 16, 2026 @ 1:12pm Sep 16, 2026 | ||
| report | I'm going to blame it on the mosquitos trying... | Jul 12, 2026 @ 11:12am Jul 12, 2026 | ||
| report | Darn it. Correct. I must have fat fingered the... | Jul 12, 2026 @ 11:04am Jul 12, 2026 | ||
| report | That tree is on Jake's Attack | Jul 12, 2026 @ 9:21am Jul 12, 2026 | ||
| trail | @Djangoh @Canadmos is right. The open area... | Oct 28, 2025 @ 7:39am Oct 28, 2025 |
Local Badges
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10 Black Trails1,486 awarded -
Epic Ride 50k1,954 awarded -
Top 10 Trails1,908 awarded -
Completionist381 awarded -
Completionist3 awarded -
10 Green Trails487 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| McLennan Park | skill park | Kitchener-Waterloo | |
| Chicopee Pump Track | skill park | Kitchener-Waterloo | |
| Chicopee Pines Stunt Park | skill park | Kitchener-Waterloo | |
| RIM Park Pumptrack | skill park | Kitchener-Waterloo |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 504 | 187 miles | 13,386 ft | 69 miles | 479 ft | #39 | #3 | 582 | 5,060 | 13 | 69,033 | |
| E-Bike | 304 | 107 miles | 7,054 ft | 39 miles | 443 ft | #501 | #36 | 1 | 4,782 | 6 | 2,167 | |
| Gravel Bike | 296 | 138 miles | 7,349 ft | 50 miles | 472 ft | #127 | #2 | 30 | 84 | 5 | 452 | |
| Adaptive Bike | 69 | 29 miles | 1,703 ft | 11 miles | 456 ft | #599 | #5 | 1 | 132 | 9 | ||
| Winter Fat Bike | 122 | 66 miles | 4,491 ft | 24 miles | 440 ft | #133 | #6 | 3 | 426 | 57 | ||
| Horse | 14 | 3 miles | 197 ft | 1 mile | 272 ft | #1,109 | #15 | 812 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Hike | 456 | 177 miles | 11,939 ft | 64 miles | 479 ft | #269 | #4 | 207 | 4,968 | 1 | 1,881 | |
| Trail Running | 458 | 179 miles | 12,060 ft | 66 miles | 479 ft | #390 | #4 | 1 | 4,968 | 3 | 4,227 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 9 | 2 miles | 135 ft | 4,925 ft | 184 ft | #632 | #9 | 814 | 1 | 3 | ||
| Snowshoe | 129 | 33 miles | 3,038 ft | 13 miles | 404 ft | #142 | #13 | 39 | 103 | |||
| Downhill Ski | 11 | 2 miles | 180 ft | 1 mile | 272 ft | #379 | #10 | 26 | 83 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 21 | 4 miles | 279 ft | 1 mile | 180 ft | #312 | #2 | 12 | 50 | |||
| Nordic Ski | 86 | 22 miles | 1,650 ft | 8 miles | 394 ft | #221 | #11 | 15 | 801 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Kitchener-Waterloo has 14 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
- Muddy Paws (4.6/5)
- Flow Thru (4.5/5)
- Captain Crunch (4.5/5)
- Adam's Run (4.4/5)
- Sweet Street Expert section (4.4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
- September (974 activities)
- July (950 activities)
- August (853 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Kitchener-Waterloo?
There are 25 parking locations listed in Kitchener-Waterloo. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The longest trail in Kitchener-Waterloo is Walter Bean - Chicopee at 3.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The best hiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The best trail running trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The best dirtbiking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all dirtbiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Kitchener-Waterloo has a total of 514 trails. Of those, 504 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Kitchener-Waterloo is Geotime Trail with 211 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Kitchener-Waterloo is Grand Valley Trail - Bridge to Victoria with 211 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Kitchener-Waterloo supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The following bike services are available in Kitchener-Waterloo:
- Bike Shop (8)
- Club (1)
- Trail Association (1)
- Other (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Kitchener-Waterloo is Stupid Section with an average grade of 9.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Yes, there are 4 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Kitchener-Waterloo are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The overall region status for Kitchener-Waterloo is Clear / Green. Out of 244 trails:
- Clear / Green: 221
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 14
- Significant Issue / Amber: 6
- Closed: 3
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What are the trail conditions in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Kitchener-Waterloo:
- Ideal: 9 trails
- Dry: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Yes, Kitchener-Waterloo supports e-bike riding. There are 113 trails in Kitchener-Waterloo that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all mountain biking routes in Kitchener-Waterloo.
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What type of bike is most common in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
- AM (522 activities)
- XC (148 activities)
- RD (63 activities)
- Trials (23 activities)
- Fat (6 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The most popular Strava segments in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
- Bride DH 2017 (9,184 athletes)
- Muddy Paws (8,312 athletes)
- Trail Hemorrhoids (7,008 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Kitchener-Waterloo?
There are 66 technical trail features (TTFs) in Kitchener-Waterloo. Some popular features include:
- Large wooden lipped table top
- Step up jump (Jump)
- Side by side wooden lipped table top (Jump)
- Final table top jump (Jump)
- Large wooden lipped step down jump (Jump)
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What trails are closed in Kitchener-Waterloo?
There are currently 3 closed trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 221
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 14
- Significant Issue / Amber: 6
- Closed: 3
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Yes, there are 70 accessible/adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo. View all adaptive trails in Kitchener-Waterloo for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Kitchener-Waterloo?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Kitchener-Waterloo directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Kitchener-Waterloo?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Kitchener-Waterloo are:
- Columbia Lake-side (1/5)
- The Grand (3/5)
- Homer Watson Park (4/5)
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