Allan Park
Bighead River Trail
Blue Mountain Resort
Brant Tract
Bruce Penninsula Mountain Bike Adventure Park
Inglis Falls
Jones’s Falls/Pottawatomi (Wanapesomi)
Karst Trails (Beaver Valley)
Kinghurst
Klondike
Kolopore Uplands
Loree Forest
MacGregor Point Provincial Park
Massie Hills
Motopark
Sauble Falls
Sawmill Trails
Smith’s Bush
Stoney Island Conservation Area
Ted’s Diner
Three Stage
West Rocks


Allan Park
Length:
15km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority 519.364.1255. Also posted at the trailhead.
Description:
Moderately technical singletrack through rolling mixed forest. Some sandy areas and some good technical descents. Definitely the best network in southern Grey County.
Facilities:
Good parking, toilets, and a nice pond for cooling off after the ride are on-site. Other amenities can be found down the road in either Durham or Hanover.
Issues:
None.
Directions:
Take Hwy 4 to the village of Allen Park and turn south. Follow this road to Bentinck Concession 2 and turn right. The park entrance is immediately on your left.

Bighead River Trail
Length:
Approximately 4km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
None.
Description:
This short technical trail follows the Bighead river from Meaford to the former dam site outside of town. Near the southern terminus of the trail at the power lines, the river can be forded in the summer and the trail continues up the side of the valley eventually linking to the Meaford 7th line.
Facilities:
Food and basic supplies can be found in Meaford. There is a picnic shelter, playground and washroom facilities at the northern end of the trail in Beautiful Joe park.
Issues:
Some sections of the trail come dangerously close to the elevated riverbank. Less experienced riders should walk these sections.
Directions:
Park at Beautiful Joe Park on Victoria Crescent in Meaford and ride across the street to the yellow gate. This is the main trailhead. Alternately, the trail can be picked up at the intersection of the Meaford 7th line and the 12/13 sideroad. This sideroad is a dead end that turns into the trail a short distance from the 7th line. Access from this end only in summer as spring runoff will prevent crossing the river.

Blue Mountain Resort
Length:
10km Cross Country, 30 km DH
Difficulty:
Intermediate to Advanced
Map:
Available at Blue.
Description:
Ontario’s best downhill mountain bike park. For full details on fees, hours, and events see http://www.bluemountain.ca/mtnbike.htm .
Facilities:
Bike rentals, lessons, and most services and supplies available on-site or in the village at Blue Mountain.
Issues:
None
Directions:
Take Hwy 26 to Grey Road 19 and follow the signs.

Brant Tract
Length:
30km.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Map:
Online at www.naturalretreat.com
Description:
This 781-acre facility consists of multi-use trails suitable for various user levels. There is 20 kilometres of single-track wilderness trails dedicated to hiking and mountain biking. These trails have been professionally designed by cutting a tread surface along the slopes of drainages and valleys allowing for a fast flowing ride. In addition, teeter-totters, riding platforms, boardwalks and bridges can be found throughout the network. Some of the more spectacular features of the site include a number of wooded river valleys that run down to the mighty Saugeen River - a great place to take a relaxing break! There are two road systems located on the property, the West Trail and the East Trail, which are suitable for all user-groups, including snowmobiles. There are also a number of double-track trails suitable for equestrians, hikers, cyclists, snowshoers, skiers and even dogsledders located at the north end of the property. Dedicated workers through a Youth Services Canada Project that took place in 2003 and 2004 developed much of the “single track” wilderness trails using IMBA trail building standards. Some single track was also developed with the assistance of the IMBA/ Subaru Trail Care Crew in the fall of 2002. Loop 9, the "newest" section of the trail system is wheelchair accessible. This .6 km loop also offers something for skiers, hikers and cyclists to enjoy!
Facilities:
No onsite facilities. The town of Paisley is close by on County Rd. 3 for basis supplies.
Issues:
Although the local ATV club has constructed some trails on the property, the trails are not currently open for ATV users.
Directions:
The Brant Tract County Forest is located 6km south of Paisley on Brant Concession 12, 1km east of Bruce County Road 3.

Bruce Penninsula Mountain Bike Adventure Park
Length:
Approx. 10km spring 2005
Difficulty:
Moderate to advanced
Map:
Online at www.naturalretreat.com
Description:
This family oriented free-ride park is a 300-acre facility, which is currently under development. Feel free to come out and enjoy the trails already constructed, but keep a watchful eye for trail workers and equipment. Existing topographic features such as rock drop-offs will be incorporated into the trails, and additional man made features such as stunts and teeter-totters will be added in strategic locations. This park will offer users of any level a trail to ride and for others a technical challenge, pushing their personal limits.
Facilities:
Currently no on-site facilities. All major supplies and amenities available nearby in Wiarton.
Issues:
None
Directions:
The Bruce Peninsula Mountain Biking Adventure Park is about a 10-minute drive north east of Wiarton. The Trailhead parking lot is located on County Road 9, about 1 km north of the intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 18.

Inglis Falls
Length:
Approx. 10km.
Difficulty:
Upper trails are easy to moderate; lower trails are moderately technical to highly technical.
Map:
Available at Jolley’s Alternative Wheels or the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority. Also posted at the trailhead.
Description:
Most of the trails above the falls are surfaced with crushed gravel and are therefore only moderately technical and suitable for a wide range of users. Trails below the falls are hard packed rooty singletrack returning to surfaced and groomed trails at Harrison Park in the north. This area represents the widest variety of terrain in the region. Inglis falls is one of the more scenic waterfalls in Grey County when water levels are high.
Facilities:
Literally everything is available here. In the south there is the Grist Mill Nature Store as well as washroom facilities and a picnic area. The Grey Sauble Conservation Authority headquarters is further north on the west side of the river. Camping is available at Harrison Park in the north as well as a restaurant playground and bird sanctuary. To reserve a campsite call 371-9734.
Issues:
This area is heavily used by pedestrians so please take care and be polite. Remember the responsibility is on the bigger and faster to watch out for the more vulnerable.
Directions:
Access from the north is at Harrison Park on 2nd Ave. E. Park in the lot by the restaurant then ride over the bridge and turn right In the South parking is available at Inglis Falls. To get there go south on 2nd Ave. E. to Inglis Falls road, turn left and follow it to the park entrance at the top of the winding hill. This network links to Smith’s Bush by way of a short link on Inglis Falls Road.

Jones’s Falls/Pottawatomi (Wanapesomi)
Length:
Approx. 6km.
Difficulty:
Moderately technical to extreme
Map:
Available from the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority; 519.376-3076. Also posted at the trailhead.
Description:
Small technical network not for the faint of heart. Beginners will probably get frustrated and toss their bikes off one of the many cliffs. Great views and beautiful waterfalls.
Facilities:
Good parking with washrooms. Everything you need available in Owen Sound.
Issues:
This is Grey Sauble Conservation Authority land that is officially off limits for bikes. Their leniency on this policy is directly related to lack of problems. Be kind to pedestrians and small animals, and don’t ride when it’s wet…access depends on it!
Directions:
The parking lot is on Hwy. 70 at Springmount. Watch for the signs. The network links with the West Rocks and beyond to the other Owen Sound perimeter trails for a longer all day ride.

Karst Trails (Beaver Valley)
Length:
Approx. 12km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
Very primitive version available at Jolley’s Alternative Wheels.
Description:
The trails that remain here are the remnants of what was once a well developed ski trail network in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The land is owned by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and is largely unused except for a handful of mountain bikers and equestrians. The Bruce Trail and a snowmobile trail run through this area, and a few other trails remain but are not well maintained. The trails link the village of Kimberley to Beaver Valley Ski Club in the south and Talisman Resort in the north. Anyone looking to redevelop these trails would not likely encounter any resistance. Beaver Valley is host to a variety of other interesting trails aside from the Karst network. Some exploration is sure to be rewarded.
Facilities:
Aside from the Restaurant in Kimberley, the nearest location for food and supplies is Markdale where all basic necessities can be found.
Issues:
None.
Directions:
The main access was originally from the village of Kimberly via a bridge over the Beaver River. This bridge has been washed out for years so unless a wade through the river is in your plans, the best access is at the 90-degree bend on Grey Rd. #30 near the intersection of Grey Rd. #13. Park at the yellow gate and ride in on the doubletrack trail. Where you go from here is up to you!

Kinghurst
Length:
4.6km.
Difficulty:
Easy to moderate.
Map:
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority 519.364.1255.
Description:
Doubletrack and singletrack trails through rolling cedar bush and hardwood forest. Take bug spray in summer; this is deerfly country!
Facilities:
No on-site facilities. Food and other basic necessities can be picked up at the General Store in Dornoch.
Issues:
None.
Directions:
From Grey Rd. #25 east of Dornoch, go north on the Sullivan Concession 6 approximately 1/2km. The entrance is on your right.

Klondike
Length:
Approx. 8-10 km.
Difficulty:
Moderate.
Map:
Not available.
Description:
Wide trails on rolling terrain. Some sandy areas. Due to recent ATV activity these trails have become somewhat eroded and much underlying coarse rock has been turned up. Some sections are now difficult due to loose terrain.
Facilities:
No onsite facilities. Food and supplies can be obtained in Markdale.
Issues:
This area is a prime example of the destruction that often occurs when ATV's intrude on trails where they are not welcome. Reports of trail changes are welcome in helping us keep this database relevant.
Directions:
From Grey Rd. #12 west of Markdale, take the West Back Line southeast 1 sideroad to Hamilton Lane and turn right. Follow this road until you can go no further. The bulk of the trails are ahead of you on the left.

Kolopore Uplands
Length:
60km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
$3 at Revenna General Store on Grey Rd. #2.
Description:
This is the largest self-contained trail network in Grey County. The variety is huge, the scenery incredible, and the trails even better. Plan to spend most of the day if you want to ride the whole area.
Facilities:
Fresh, cold spring water gushes out of the base of Metcalffe Rock near the south crossing of the 10th line. The general store at Revenna can provide the basic necessities.
Issues:
Do not ride before mid-May. Good relations with the U of T outing club depend on it! Watch for and be courteous to other trail users as this area is heavily used on weekends. Avoid low-lying swampy areas as they are ecologically sensitive (and the bugs are brutal). Lend a hand at one of the fall workdays to show your appreciation for these great trails.
Directions:
The main parking lot is located on Grey Rd. #2 at the S-bend south of Revenna. Do not park on the shoulders of the roads in this area as it impedes farm vehicles.

Loree Forest
Length:
Approx. 6-8km.
Difficulty:
Easy to moderately difficult.
Map:
None.
Description:
Fast, moderately technical singletrack in mature forest. This is an ideal spot for novice mountain bikers to gain confidence and hone their skills. A few technical offshoots including the downhill to Camperdown Road will keep the more advanced bikers satisfied. Views from the top of Blue Mountain are spectacular.
Facilities:
No onsite facilities. Thornbury is close by for food and basic supplies.
Issues:
This area is heavily used by various groups. Be courteous and watch for pedestrians.
Directions:
From Thornbury take County Road #2 to the 21/22 sideroad at Victoria Corners. Go east approximately 4km to the top of the last big hill at the bend. A small parking area is located here. Ride in via the double track on the north side of the road.

MacGregor Point Provincial Park
Length:
20 km, Loops and Linear
Difficulty:
Easy to Moderate
Map:
Available at MacGregor Point or online at http://www.camis.com/OP/camping/maps.asp?loc=3
Description:
The trails of MacGregor Point provide opportunities to explore many trail systems on a glacial lake plain.

Deer Run Bike Trail - 3.7 km (50 minutes) This trail provides cyclists with a safe way to travel through the interior of the park.

Old Shore Road Trail 6 km easy (linear) This trail follows the Lake Huron shoreline. In pioneer days it was part of the route that provided land transportation between Goderich and Southampton. This trail offers excellent views of the shore and beach areas. This trail was formerly a roadway and has a firm base for cycling. It serves as an excellent link to various areas in the park.

Tower Trail - 3.5km return This trail takes the visitor around a wetland providing great opportunities for waterfowl and wildlife viewing. A tower provides a panoramic view of the wetland. The trail surface is compacted gravel and boardwalk. Cyclists are asked to walk their bikes on the boardwalk sections.

Kempfs Trail - 0.8 km (20 min) Kempfs Trail offers a connecting route between the main park road and the Old Shore Road Trail. It is named after one of the former landowners in this part of the park.
Facilities:
MacGregor Point is a fully equipped Natural Environment Provincial Park with camping, store, educational programs and much more. See http://www.ontarioparks.com/english/macg.html for details.
Issues:
If you’re not staying at the park, day-use fees may apply.
Directions:
Take Hwy 21 south of Port Elgin and follow the signs.

Massie Hills
Length:
10km
Difficulty:
Easy to moderate.
Map:
Here.
Description:
Predominantly rolling double track through mixed forests and pine plantations. Massie is a great place to go if you are new to mountain biking or if you wish to take children along as most of the terrain is manageable by even the most inexperienced.
Facilities:
There are no on-site facilities but the basics are available to the southwest in Chatsworth or to the northwest in Owen Sound.
Issues:
A great deal of co-operation has been shown between the Owen Sound Cycling Club, Owen Sound Ski Club, Sydenham Bruce Trail Club, and the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority to keep this area maintained and problem free. Riding responsibly and lending a hand on workdays can help this area become a model to follow in other spots where user conflicts exist.
Directions:
There is a small area to park at the entrance on the 6/7 sideroad bordering the north side of the trail network. Get here by taking County Rd. #18 east from Rockford to the 8/9 line. Go south to the 6/7 sideroad and turn left. The entrance is a short distance along on the right.

Motopark
Length:
Approx. 10km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
Check at the park office 519.794.0006.
Description:
Motopark is a privately owned MotoCross park consisting of a full race course plus trails in the bush around the track. When the park is not in use for MotoCross the owners have been known to let mountain bikers use the trails on the property. Be sure to ask permission at the office before riding. The owners have also offered the trails for mountain bike events. Any takers?
Facilities:
On-site snack bar and store featuring clothing and MotoCross gear. Dirtbike rentals are available for those inclined to power assisted play!
Issues:
Private property. Ask permission!
Directions:
Take Hwy. 6 to the Sullivan 21/22 sideroad/Motopark Road south of Williamsford. Head west and watch for the park on your left.

Sauble Falls
Length:
Approx. 25km
Difficulty:
Easy to Moderately technical
Map:
At trailhead.
Description:
The trails here are mostly wide single-track that can have a few wet sections in the early summer, no rocks and a few rooty sections. They are fairly flat but they constantly rise and fall providing a roller-coaster ride that can be a blast at any speed. The network is a series of stacked loops of various lengths. Heading east into the trails, if you stay to the right you will follow a 4 Km loop that will bring you back to the main road about a hundred meters south of your starting point. Look for Ruth's ridge on this section. It is a rip roaring slalom ride on a narrow sandy ridge high above the Sauble river. If you go to the left you will head to the north where the trail will go all the way to Johns Lake about 8 Km away, or to the Dam on the Rankin river where you can watch the Salmon swimming upstream in the fall. It would be a good idea to take a compass with you if you lack confidence in your directional skills. The main road is always due west.
Facilities:
No on-site facilities. Small general store at Sauble Falls. Everything else available in Sauble Beach including the beach for an after-ride swim.
Issues:
Over the past few seasons ATV’s have become a problem in this area due to their tendency to rip up the trails without any maintenance effort. This has created some mud holes with Chinese artifacts at the bottom!
Directions:
From the lights in Sauble Beach head north on County Road #13 about 10 Km and cross the bridge at Sauble falls. The trails are on the right (east) side of the road about 400 meters north of the bridge (look for the Sauble ski trail sign).

Sawmill Trails
Length:
10-12 km
Difficulty:
Easy to moderately technical
Map:
Not available at this time
Description:
This fast, tight network of trails is ideal for an afternoon of X-country riding. The area consists of rolling landscape with a sandy base, which drains very quickly. A good mix of fast doubletrack and tight hardpack singletrack.
Facilities:
Good parking & an on site chalet available for events. Food and basic supplies are available in Hepworth. Outdoor and watersports enthusiasts should check out Suntrail Outfitters in Hepworth. A short drive brings you to Sauble Beach for a dip after a hot ride.
Issues:
The Sawmill Trails are located on land managed by the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority and is not officially designated for cycling. Responsible trail use and a donation to the Bruce Ski Club for maintenance will go a long way to preserving good trail user relations. Bears are becoming more common in this area so a bear bell is a good idea.
Directions:
Located on Hwy. 70 just southeast of Hepworth beside the Whispering Pines Campground. Watch for the parking lot and chalet.

Smith’s Bush
Length:
8-10km.
Difficulty:
Moderately technical.
Map:
Available at Jolley’s Alternative Wheels.
Description:
Mostly smooth hardpack singletrack on rolling terrain. Some technical sections. Many roller coaster like dips and rises make this ride a lot of fun. The tight network of loops makes it easy to get turned around in this fairly dense forest. Fortunately a road is never far away.
Facilities:
All necessary amenities available a short ride into Owen Sound.
Issues:
The Bruce Trail runs through this area and is off limits to cyclists. Please watch for pedestrians as there are numerous blind corners.
Directions:
From Owen Sound go south on 2nd Ave. E. to Inglis Falls road. Turn left and follow the road to the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Headquarters. Park here and continue south by bike a short distance on Inglis Falls road until you see the Yellow gate on your right. As you proceed down this doubletrack, most of the trails branch off on your right. This network links West Rocks to Inglis Falls for those seeking a longer ride.

Stoney Island Conservation Area
Length:
8km
Difficulty:
Easy to moderate
Map:
Online at http://www.svca.on.ca/ca-stoney4.htm
Description:
This area is an excellent site for mountain bike enthusiasts to develop their skills. The trails offer many challenging features such as moguls, combination ridge climbs, straight-aways, hill climbs, curved and banked downhill runs, trial diversions, racing circuits, rough terrain and bridge crossings. Hardwoods, cedars and hemlocks shelter the trails, with several lookouts over Lake Huron.
Facilities:
No on-site facilities. The nearby town of Kincardine offers a full range of services and supplies.
Issues:
None
Directions:
Located 4 km north of Kincardine on County Road 23 at Conc. #7.

Ted’s Diner
Length:
Approximately 6km singletrack
Difficulty:
Moderate to difficult.
Map:
None
Description:
Due to ownership changes and a lack of maintenance, these trails have become largely non-existent. Recovery of these trails would be a worthwhile effort. Anyone want a job without pay?
Facilities:
Meaford is a short drive/ride away for your major necessities. Ted’s Range Road Diner is at the trailhead and boasts some of the best food in the region… REALLY! Stop for beer and chow and thank Ted for allowing the trail development on the property.
Issues:
Drainage is slow in this area causing the trails to stay wet until at least May and for a period of time after heavy rainfall. Keep this in mind when planning your ride as the trails are very difficult when wet due to clay content in the soil.
Directions:
From Hwy.26 take the Meaford 9th line/Range Road north to the top of the big hill. Ted’s is on the left at the crest of the hill. Park here and follow the double track beside the diner straight west across 1 km of low brush land until you see the yellow arrows marking the 3 entrances to the singletrack in the forest.

Three Stage
Length:
40km.
Difficulty:
Moderate to extreme.
Map:
Available at Jolley’s Alternative Wheels.
Description:
Lots of variety. Trails range from meandering singletrack through hardwood forest, to extremely technical limestone, to grueling climbs and fast descents. A great playground for advanced riding and sessioning.
Facilities:
No onsite facilities. Collingwood is a short ride away for food and supplies.
Issues:
Watch for ATV’s and dirtbikes, as some areas are heavily used by the power-assisted crowd.
Directions:
From the west take Grey Rd. #2 south to Grey Rd #19, then east to the Collingwood 4/5 line. Go south to the 6/7 sideroad, then east to the intersection of the 2/3 line. The road basically ends here and you can park off to the side and access the upper entrance. Riders coming from the east may prefer to use the lower parking lot on Grey Rd. #31 near the intersection of the Collingwood townline.

West Rocks
Length:
Approx. 20km.
Difficulty:
Moderately technical to extreme.
Map:
None.
Description:
Tight technical singletrack, many rocky areas with limestone outcroppings. Some areas are more suited to trials riding than mountain biking due to the extreme terrain. Great views of the City and Bay. Beware of the numerous man and bike eating crevices that have swallowed more than a few riders!
Facilities:
No on-site facilities, but everything you may need is only a few minutes down hill in Owen Sound.
Issues:
Land ownership here is divided amoung Grey Sauble Conservation Authority, Grey County Forest, and private owners. The Bruce Trail runs through this area and is off limits to cyclists. Please be courteous to other trail users as this is one of the heavier used areas in the region.
Directions:
To access by road, take 2nd Ave. E., south out of Owen Sound to Concession 3. Turn right and drive to the end of the road Please do not block the hydro right of way unless you plan on biking home. This network forms a link between Jones’ Falls and Smith’s Bush for those seeking a longer ride.