Speed River – Speed River loop from Guelph Central Station

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Guelph/Eramosa

Speed River – Speed River loop from Guelph Central Station

Moderate

Speed River – Speed River loop from Guelph Central Station

02:36

43.2km

240m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 405 m for 56 m

After 42.6 km for 125 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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433 m

Guelph Farmers' Market

Highlight • Structure

A great market with regional products

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1.77 km

Speed River

Highlight • River

Flowing through southern Ontario’s Waterloo Region, the Speed River winds its way from its source in Orton through scenic countryside and urban green spaces before joining the Grand River at …

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3.59 km

Riverside Park Windmill

Highlight • Monument

Guelph has a large Dutch population, and to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the town in 2024, the Dutch community funded this small picturesque windmill by the riverside.

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8.61 km

Speed River

Highlight • River

The Old Trunk spur of the Grand Trunk Trail runs parallel to the Speed River. Here the river merges into Guelph Lake, and continues south into Guelph. This is one …

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9.11 km

Guelph Lake

Highlight • Lake

Just past the dam here, the road ends and there are some very nice views of Guelph Lake. There is a trail that connects down to the beach directly to …

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42.7 km

John Galt Park

Highlight • River

This park is located on the Speed River just on the edge of downtown Guelph. The park has open fields, paved trails, shade structures, and an antique locomotive.

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43.2 km

End point

Train Station

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