Decent Diversions

Creative Adventures

Fun and faster adventures in various settings with an ultralight backcountry approach. Routes are focussed primarily within driving distance of Ottawa but may venture further. Expect a mix of cycling, trail running, backpacking, xc skiing and perhaps the occasional motorcycle route. Some routes may be a bit unconventional (type 2 fun) and require a sense of humour or adventure.

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Routes

Perimeter of Ottawa #loopyourcity

207 mi 4,698 ft
Decent Diversions

Creative Adventures

207 mi 4,698 ft
Ottawa, Ontario, CA
Mixed surfaces

Route updated after riding it (again) in 2023. Randonneur-style loop of the perimeter of Ottaw... more

Route updated after riding it (again) in 2023.

Randonneur-style loop of the perimeter of Ottawa, using country roads, multi-use pathways & road allowances as close to the city limits as possible without exiting them. Geopolitical Strava art! Can you #loopyourcity? (less)

Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Route updated after riding it (again) in 2023. Randonneur-style loop of the perimeter of Ottawa, using country roads, multi-use pathways & road allowances as close to the city limits as possible without e...more

Route updated after riding it (again) in 2023.

Randonneur-style loop of the perimeter of Ottawa, using country roads, multi-use pathways & road allowances as close to the city limits as possible without exiting them. Geopolitical Strava art! Can you #loopyourcity? (less)

Frontenac Challenge Thru Hike

63 mi 1,815 ft
Decent Diversions

Creative Adventures

63 mi 1,815 ft
South Frontenac, Ontario, CA
Unpaved

The Frontenac Challenge asks hikers to complete all 11 of Frontenac Provincial Park's trail loops... more

The Frontenac Challenge asks hikers to complete all 11 of Frontenac Provincial Park's trail loops specifically between September 1st and October 31st. By completing the challenge, hikers get to explore much of Frontenac Provincial Park's 5,355 hectares on the southern edge of the Canadian Shield in Ontario during a great time to see fall colours. (less)

South Frontenac, Ontario, CA

The Frontenac Challenge asks hikers to complete all 11 of Frontenac Provincial Park's trail loops specifically between September 1st and October 31st. By completing the challenge, hikers get to explore much ...more

The Frontenac Challenge asks hikers to complete all 11 of Frontenac Provincial Park's trail loops specifically between September 1st and October 31st. By completing the challenge, hikers get to explore much of Frontenac Provincial Park's 5,355 hectares on the southern edge of the Canadian Shield in Ontario during a great time to see fall colours. (less)

Griffith Highland Loop

43 mi 2,436 ft
Decent Diversions

Creative Adventures

43 mi 2,436 ft
Greater Madawaska, Ontario, CA
Mostly unpaved

This mostly gravel route is filled with satisfing descents and traverses through beautiful Crown ... more

This mostly gravel route is filled with satisfing descents and traverses through beautiful Crown land. Those prepared for adventure could easily extend their trip by exploring the numerous side trails that cross the main route. (less)

Greater Madawaska, Ontario, CA

This mostly gravel route is filled with satisfing descents and traverses through beautiful Crown land. Those prepared for adventure could easily extend their trip by exploring the numerous side trails that c...more

This mostly gravel route is filled with satisfing descents and traverses through beautiful Crown land. Those prepared for adventure could easily extend their trip by exploring the numerous side trails that cross the main route. (less)

Sharb-Echo Scramble

187 mi 7,839 ft
Decent Diversions

Creative Adventures

187 mi 7,839 ft
Central Frontenac, Ontario, CA
Mostly unpaved

A 296 km loop around two provincial parks, through lots of Crown land (unceded Aboriginal territo... more

A 296 km loop around two provincial parks, through lots of Crown land (unceded Aboriginal territory) and partially along the Trans-Canada Trail.

More info:
https://www.bikepack.ca/routes/sharb-echo-scramble (less)

Central Frontenac, Ontario, CA

A 296 km loop around two provincial parks, through lots of Crown land (unceded Aboriginal territory) and partially along the Trans-Canada Trail. More info: https://www.bikepack.ca/routes/sharb-echo-scramble

A 296 km loop around two provincial parks, through lots of Crown land (unceded Aboriginal territory) and partially along the Trans-Canada Trail.

More info:
https://www.bikepack.ca/routes/sharb-echo-scramble (less)