The North Shore Trail is a unique multi-use recreational trail running the entire length of Barrie’s north shore of Kempenfelt Bay. This former rail corridor provides visitors with direct views of the bay from a wide pathway. A great trail for biking. Dogs must be leashed.

The nearest parking options:

Heritage Park Parking Lot (5 Simcoe Street)
Johnson Beach Parking Lot (2 Johnson Street)
on-street along the trail

Link to trail map:  https://www.barrie.ca/sites/default/files/2022-07/NST-TrailMap.pdf

We would also direct you to read our DISCLAIMER and our TRAIL USERS CODE.