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Discovery Routes Trails Organization is a charity that promotes the use and development of trails and active transportation systems in Ontario’s Near North.
We support better health, tourism, strong communities, and environmental appreciation and protection. We have a thriving community of volunteers who provide stewardship for a vast and diverse trail network.
As a trails organization, we support our community-based trail partners through collaborations and resource sharing to keep growing and improving the trails and active transportation network.
Find out how Discovery Routes Trails Organization is:
- Connecting Communities and People
- Inspiring Trail Use for Health and Well Being
- Promoting Safe, Responsible and Equitable Access to Trails
- Supporting the Local Economy
Help us grow support for the local trails and connect communities. Donate to Discovery Routes.
Discovery Routes leads the development of the Voyageur Cycling Route Experiences & Multi-Adventures along and around the 645km Voyageur Cycling Route
Trail Updates and Events
Indigenous Youth Learn Bike Repair Skills Empowering Indigenous Youth through Biking, Leadership and Skill-building The Discovery Routes ReCycle Bikes Workshop was a hub of learning and collaboration on May 24th as Indigenous youth and community members from the Teme Augama Anishinabek community on Bear Island took part in cycling education and bike repair training. The initiative is part of Hamilton-based New […] read more
Recognizing Local Trail Champions Trails don’t just exist on the landscape, they are built and cared for by people who believe in their power to connect communities, support wellbeing, and protect the places we love. This National Volunteer Week, Discovery Routes is celebrating the Trail Champions whose efforts shape the Near North’s trail network. At a time when more […] read more
Rooted in Our Community Rooted in Community: The Discovery Routes 2025 Impact Report Working together with our Trail Partners, we continue to strengthen local involvement and support sustainable trail development across the region including the Laurentian Escarpment Community Trails. It’s all about supporting the trails people love to explore! A heartfelt thank you to all our Trail Champions – […] read more
Laurentian Escarpment Trails Project Update We’re making progress. Get more details on our project page. read more
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The vast network of trails we celebrate exist on the traditional lands and waterways of the Anishinaabe people within the territory protected by the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850 and Williams Treaties of 1923.