Cycling in Niagara
While the Niagara Region is synonymous with lush vineyards and world-renowned wine, the area also boasts over 300 kilometers of cycling trails, with Niagara Falls at the centre of it all. Whether you rent a bike or BYOB (bring your own BIKE), there are tons of great trails, bike friendly restaurants and self-guided tours to suit every level of cyclist. The Falls connects the Niagara River Recreation Trail, which offers over 53 kilometers (32 miles) of breathtaking views, including the Niagara Glen and Whirlpool, finishing in historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.
If this doesn’t get your wheels spinning, get a group together and cycle through Niagara Wine Country! Feel the wind on your face as you ride past farmlands and vineyards, with some wineries offering to deliver your purchases back to your hotel!
These and many more trails evolve seasonally, delivering a new thrill for every ride and making Niagara cycling a must experience.
Greater Niagara Circle Route
While you can also walk, run or rollerblade through this 140 km route, the Greater Niagara Circle Route is a cyclist favourite. The picturesque ride will take you through seven of Niagara's twelve municipalities, including a stretch along the Niagara Parkway that puts you beside Niagara Falls. The paved waterfront trail is surrounded by Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, the Niagara River and the Welland Canal, leading you through the lush greenery of the Niagara Escarpment - truly embodying the area's diversity.
The Greater Niagara Circle Route also shares its path with The Great Trail - a national trail that links 15,000 communities along 24,000 km, from West Coast to East Coast.
Transit For You & Your Bike
Bike transportation is offered through services like Niagara Airbus, GO Transit, VIA Rail and WEGO. If you are flying with your bike, airlines typically require advance notice, specific packing instructions and a handling fee. It is recommended you check with the airline at the time of booking.
Go Transit
For those travelling from Toronto, GO Transit is the perfect bike friendly solution to come to Niagara with your bike. The Niagara Falls Train Station is ideally located just one block from the Niagara River Recreation Trail giving you an easy starting point to #ExploreNiagara on two wheels!
WEGO
WEGO offers bike racks on the front of all of its buses, making it easy to transport your bike across Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake if your legs get tired of peddling.
Go From Niagara Falls to Toronto
Port Robinson Ferry
The Port Robinson Ferry is a free service for cyclists and pedestrians providing a convenient crossing point at the Welland Canal Trail to connect Thorold to Niagara Falls utilizing the Greater Niagara Circle Route.
Bike Friendly Accommodations
Several accommodations across Niagara offer bike friendly stays, providing bike racks, maps and rentals for customers. These accommodations provide a bike friendly place to rest your head after a long day on two wheels, all located along the Greater Niagara Circle Route. Each property provides secure lockup for bikes and can arrange for luggage transfer between each accommodation, so your things are ready and waiting once you arrive at your next stop.
Bike Rentals
Ebike Rentals Niagara
Book with Ebike Rental Niagara and make amazing memories exploring the beautiful scenery and locations of Niagara-on-the-Lake with Modern Technology and Classic Style. Our Ebikes are the hippest and most exhilarating rentals available in Niagara. Ride amongst the beautiful vineyards, bike paths, waterfronts, and historical sites. With our premium electric assist bikes, you don't have to get tired to enjoy a full day of riding. Choose from 5 pedal assist settings or throttle so you can pedal as much or as little as you like. We are located directly on the main artery bike path through Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Included in the rental is a Premium Ebike, keyed lock, and helmet. Every pair of e-bikes includes a carry-on basket or frame bag for your convenience.
Snap E Bike Rentals
The best way to get around Niagara is on a Snap E Bike Rental. Their shop is two blocks from the majestic Niagara River. Free parking and part of the Niagara Falls transportation hub, but on a quiet street. Ideal for travelers using GO Transit, VIA Rail, Mega Bus, Wego or Greyhound.
Zoom Leisure Bikes
Zoom Leisure Bikes offer riders a large fleet to choose from - including tandem bikes! Rentals can be picked up from their flagship location in Niagara-on-the-Lake or delivered anywhere in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Check the rental rates on their website.
Every rental includes:
- Custom-made handle bar bags
- A bell
- Water bottle cage
- Helmet
- Lock
- Area and route maps
- Emergency roadside assistance
Zoom BikeShare
Also provided by Zoom Leisure Bikes, Zoom Bikeshare uses various partners across Niagara to conveniently provide readily available bikes to visitors. Simply download the app, choose a bike and unlock it on the app and then return the bike to any Zoom Haven, locking it back up on the app. The cost is $8 per hour
Other Rentals
Some accommodations may have limited bikes available for rent on site. It is recommended you enquire at time of booking.
