The Burlington Rail trail is part of a much larger ride that extends from Nelson to Salmo. The trail is perched high above Nelson and worth the climb from town to ride or walk the route. As with all…
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Just north of Nelson BC, the town of New Denver sits on the shores of Slocan Lake. Heading out on the Slocan River and following the old rail line is the Galena Trail. This ride is a perfect introduction…
Bellingham has been busy building biking and pedestrian trails. The South Bay Trail runs along the historic waterfront from Fairhaven towards Bellingham. It’s an easy ride for kids from 1- 99. More is planned but for the time being you will…
When you’re ready to explore a bit of singletrack and some trails south of the border, try the Bellingham Interurban Trail. The trailhead starts just south of Fairhaven along an old railbed that has been resurrected as a walking and…
The San Juan Islands are perfect for island hopping and traveling by bike. What’s better than loading up the panniers and heading out on a car-less journey to many islands linked by ferries. There’s lots to explore and the riding is…
Lopez Island is the flattest of all the San Juan Islands = a great place to ride with kids. There are many routes to discover. Here are two we have enjoyed: LOPEZ – SOUTH ISLAND LOOP We rented bikes at…
SAN JUAN ISLAND is one of the largest islands and there are many routes and loops to explore. Traffic is minimal and the roads are good for biking. There are dozens of hotels and B+B’s to choose from. Friday Harbour is…
Orcas Island is one of the largest of the San Juan Islands. It is Very Hilly and the roads have very few safe shoulders so it is not the best island for kids to ride. But it is do-able…
The most famous of the Rail-Trails and Seattle’s much loved bike route is the Burke-Gilman Trail. Along the trail there are dinosaurs, a rocket, 3 billy goats and a humongous troll. Keep your eyes open for these and more! The…
West Point Lighthouse ~ Discovery Park It’s name says it all … Discovery and that’s what we did on this short loop ride around the park. We arrived from the west following the signs from the Elliott Bay Trail.…
Every now and then it’s fun to explore somewhere else. We headed south to Seattle this summer and found some fun rides. 1. Elliott Bay Trail – Right from our hotel in the city center, we rode down a…
Loops are fun to ride and this one in Seattle has alot to see along the way — from new parks, a wooden boat yard, bridges, Gas Works park with it’s hill and city views to Fremont – The Center…
Woodinville is located near the Sammammish River Trail which links to the Burke-Gilman Rail-Trail into Seattle. Wine and cycling combined… We loaded up the bikes on the bike rack on the front of a Seattle City bus and headed…
The Trans Canada Trail Cycle, hike, wheel, paddle, ride, ski or snowmobile through a Canada’s landscapes – urban, rural and wilderness, along greenways, waterways and roadways on the longest trail in the world! For more information and maps visit: Trans…
Whoop-de-doo! Life needs a few Whoop-de-Doo’s so industrial designer Greg Papove added a little spice to Bike To Work Week get on down to the Olympic Village to check out his latest creation … More info here: Vancouver is…