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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Burke Centre

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Burke Centre

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(7866)

17,729

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Burke Centre

03:32

55.5km

340m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8 m for 7 m

After 55.5 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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19.7 km

Wakefield Park

Nature Reserve

23.2 km

Lake Accotink Park

Highlight • Lake

Lake Accotink is a 55-acre reservoir situated along Accotink Creek. There are a bunch of trails around the lake (some paved and some dirt/gravel), and the Cross Country Trail through Lake Accotink Park is perfect for running.

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24.0 km

Along Lake Accotink

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

The Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail runs along the shores of Lake Accotink. It is characterized by forest sections and birdwatching areas.

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25.0 km

Lake Accotink

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake, great place to come with children. Nice playground nearby, woods to play in and restroom facilities.

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43.8 km

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lake Mercer is a picturesque lake surrounded by woods and 5.6 miles of paved trails. A great view of the lake is from this dammed area. It's a great spot for a bike ride with kids as well.

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43.9 km

Lake Mercer

Highlight • Lake

A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.

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45.0 km

Wagon Trail Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Wagon Trail Lane is a paved path in a tunnel of trees, and a popular paved path to visit at Lake Mercer Park.

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49.7 km

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

Highlight • Lake

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.

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55.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.8 km

5.86 km

3.74 km

3.64 km

1.48 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.3 km

9.37 km

7.02 km

724 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 4 July

39°C

25°C

59 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Burke Centre

Lake Accotink Park

Along Lake Accotink

Lake Accotink

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Lake Mercer

Wagon Trail Lane

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

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