Lake Scugog wetlands – Purple Woods loop from Oshawa

Lake Scugog wetlands – Purple Woods loop from Oshawa

Hard

Lake Scugog wetlands – Purple Woods loop from Oshawa

05:02

118km

790m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 1, 2026

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After 83.7 km for 347 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

23.3 km

Open Road

Highlight • Trail

This road is now open.

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27.3 km

Hy-Hope Farm

Highlight • Cafe

Stop here for fresh baked goods, coffee & tea, and sit outside on the lawn and enjoy some live music if it’s the right time of day. You’ll have to climb uphill to get there though!

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33.4 km

East Duffins Headwaters Trailhead

Highlight • Parking

There is ample parking at this lot with maps and access to the southern part of Walker Woods and Glen Major Forest. This network of trails winds through the forest and is especially popular for hiking and mountain biking.

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34.2 km

Uxbridge Woodlands

Forest

83.8 km

Lake Scugog wetlands

Highlight • Natural

Lake Scugog wetlands are the lake's rich ecosystems, full of reeds, cattails, and aquatic plants. The shallow waters are home to birds, turtles, fish, and amphibians. These wetlands filter water, …

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94.8 km

Purple Woods

Highlight • Forest

Purple Woods Conservation Area offers year-round hiking with sweeping southern views and connections to the Oak Ridges Trail. Visitors can enjoy short, accessible routes like the Sugar Shack and Discovery …

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