Cycling Season Now Open

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May 3, 2021 – Cycling season is now open with even more trails, cycling routes and infrastructure in Caledon.

“Cycling season is here and I couldn’t be more excited,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “Staff have worked extremely hard to add more routes and infrastructure for residents and visitors to enjoy. Cycling is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, spend time with family and explore Caledon.”

To continue to add to the bronze level designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC), further investment has been made to introduce, update and upgrade cycling infrastructure around Caledon. These measures are also recommended in the Caledon Transportation Master Plan and supported by the Active Transportation Task Force. These include:

  • Increasing the amount of cycling routes available from 80km to 200km
  • Identifying specific roads for cycling – check out all on-road and off-road routes: caledon cycling routes
  • Installing of three new bike repair stands, now totaling four – locations are available online: caledon.ca/cycle

Cycle Safety

COVID-19 safety measures should be considered when cycling on a road or trail. Maintain a physical distance of at least two metres from anyone not in your immediate household, avoid riding in groups and wear a mask when necessary.

When cycling on a road, remember to:

  • Keep to the right side of the lane
  • Ride in a straight line, at least 1 meter away from parked or travelling vehicles
  • Limit group size
  • Maintain space for vehicles in between different groups 

When cycling on a trail, remember to:

  • Respect other trail and road users
  • Keep right and pass on the left
  • Give audible warning and use caution when passing
  • Hikers and cyclists should yield to horseback riders
  • Stop and look before crossing roads
  • Stay on the trail, and not ride on the grass

Learn more about cycling routes and trails, cycling safety, cycling clubs and organizations, and the outdoor bike repair stands: caledon.ca/cycle.

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Catherine McLean
Director, Customer Service and Communications
905.584.2272 x. 4146 | catherine.mclean@caledon.ca