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Monarch Woods – Waterloo Park loop from University of Waterloo

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Monarch Woods – Waterloo Park loop from University of Waterloo

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Monarch Woods – Waterloo Park loop from University of Waterloo

01:18

19.7km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.81 km for 79 m

After 5.93 km for 200 m

After 8.86 km for 136 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.14 km

Monarch Woods Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This trail features a lovely loop that is roughly two kilometers long. It consists of flat, well-maintained gravel paths, making it a perfect destination for a relaxing morning stroll, a quick jog, or an easy bike ride.

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7.81 km

Monarch Woods Park

Forest

11.5 km

Victoria Park Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

beware of pedestrians

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12.0 km

City Cafe Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

They run out and are constantly baking them - have to be lucky and get them fresh and hot from the oven.

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15.4 km

Silver Lake

Highlight • Lake

Tucked within the heart of Waterloo Park, Silver Lake invites you to slow down and linger by the water’s edge. With its wide boardwalk circling the shore, display fountains, and …

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15.9 km

Waterloo Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Often called the “jewel of the city,” Waterloo Park blends natural trails, open lawns and multi-use pathways with an impressive mix of facilities for all ages and interests.

The park …

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18.8 km

Columbia Lake

Highlight • Lake

Columbia Lake is a shallow, man-made lake designed as part of a stormwater and wetland system on the University of Waterloo campus. The water is generally still, with large sections …

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19.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

4.36 km

2.48 km

1.54 km

288 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.51 km

1.94 km

1.85 km

866 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (330 m)

Weather

Today

Thursday 11 June

29°C

21°C

24 %

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Monarch Woods – Waterloo Park loop from University of Waterloo

Monarch Woods Trail

Victoria Park Pedestrian Bridge

City Cafe Bakery

Silver Lake

Waterloo Park

Columbia Lake

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