The 18 kilometre (11 mile) trail follows the Grand River through lush Carolinian forest with spectacular river overlooks. The trail is level, finished with fine gravel and provides an easy path for cyclists and hikers.
The trail follows the old roadbed of the Lake Erie and Northern Railway (LE&N).
The brochure, Explore the Hamilton-Brantford-Cambridge Trails, includes a map and descriptions of scenic highlights and services along the trail.
Trail Access
- Cambridge: The Canadian General-Tower Trailhead is at 210 Water Street South (Highway 24) just south of Concession Street (Map).
- Glen Morris: A parking area at the end of Forbes Street also serves a nearby river canoe launch (Map).
- Paris: The Jean Rich Foundation Trailhead is on Willow Street near Green Lane at the north end of Paris (Map).
We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.
Region(s): Brant County | Waterloo Region
Nearby towns and cities: Brantford | Cambridge | Paris
CAMBRIDGE TO PARIS TRAIL characteristics
Length: 11 km.Difficulty: Moderate (Trail classifications)
Trail surface: Compacted soil/hard packed and Natural
Trail use: Hiking, Cross-country skiing, Snowshoeing, and Cycling
Accessibility Notes: Accessibility not known.
Fees: None reported
Flora & Fauna:
Not yet reported.
Amenities: None reported
Contact:
grca@grandriver.ca
Grand River Conservation Authority 400 Clyde Road, PO Box 729 Cambridge, ON N1R 5W6 Phone: 519-621-2761 Toll free: 1-866-900-4722
GPS Coordinates (main trailhead):
Latitude: 43.2025560
Longitude: -80.3750560
One of many great bike trails in Brant County this is my favorite. It is only 18 k one way,very scenic along the Grand river.One interesting stop was the Germans woolen mill on route.Looks very interesting to explore unfortunately its on private property and signs posted everywhere. The trail is flat,not many hills so you can make up good time if you wish I’m looking forward to a fall bike ride to see the colors.
My husband and I have walked the trail the past few days and we are appalled that the trash has not been taken away. The large can is spilling over and there are garbage bags on the ground all around it .Surely you can find someone to dispose of this horrible looking mess at the entrance to the trail! Thanks, Brian and Gail Merritt