Fairy Lake – East Holland River loop from Newmarket

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Fairy Lake – East Holland River loop from Newmarket

Moderate

runners

Fairy Lake – East Holland River loop from Newmarket

01:12

11.4km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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403 m

Fairy Lake

Highlight • Lake

Fairy Lake is a beautiful reservoir along the Holland River, with a lovely paved path that loops around it. There are plenty of benches and picnic areas that look out …

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3.26 km

Lock #3, Newmarket Canal

Ruins

4.26 km

Nokiidaa Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Getting its name from the Ojibwe term for "walking together" the Nokiidaa Trail links many parks and green spaces along the East Holland RIver. The trail is multi-use and the …

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5.08 km

Rogers Reservoir

Nature Reserve

5.83 km

The East Holland River flows through Ontario on its way to Cook's Bay on Lake Simcoe. Here, near Newmarket, the river is flanked by the Nokiidaa Trail, allowing walkers, runners, and cyclists to explore its banks.

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7.52 km

Tom Taylor Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Tom Taylor Trail is a great multi-use path that follows the Holland River through several parks, wetlands, and quiet neighbourhoods. Part of the larger Nokiidaa Trail system, it connects Newmarket …

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11.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.4 km

780 m

174 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.42 km