A cycling culture within the City of Burlington is encouraged and achieved through the implementation of cycling facilities that allow all people to feel confident, comfortable, and safe using a bike as their mode of transportation.
Burlington, a Bicycle-friendly Community
In 2016, the City of Burlington became a Bicycle-Friendly Community, receiving a silver rating by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition.
Currently, the city offers the following cycling infrastructure:
- 48 km of bike lanes
- 47.3 km of bike route streets
- 6.4 km of bike lane/sharrow streets
- 11.7 km of paved shoulders
- 52.5 km of multi-use paths adjacent to the road
- 31.6 km of paved off-road, multi-use paths
Cycling Advisory Committee
Visit our Burlington Cycling Advisory Committee page to learn more about cycling routes, cycling events, road safety and more.
Cycling Resources
View a list of cycling resources and groups so you find out where to go for more information on routes, safety tips, bike maintenance and more.
Cycling routes, events and infrastructure |
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View the city's cycling trails and lanes, including:
Review the City's Cycling Plan, which presents a vision of a connected city with a spine network consisting of almost 130 km of facilities appropriate for people of all ages and abilities. It sets the stage for the City to make cycling a viable option for more people who are interested in more everyday trips made by bicycle. The Halton Region Cycling Map features bike-friendly routes, ranging from 36 km to 100 km in length, as well as locations for:
The Government of Ontario provides a guide to getting around on your bike and making it easy to cycle in Ontario. |
Winter cycling |
| Envirocentre provides a handy Guide to Winter Cycling and winter cycling tips for families. |
Cycling safety |
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Discover more about how to stay safe while riding, including: |
Local cycling groups |
| Our area features many great cycling clubs and groups. Clubs are welcoming new members and are a fabulous way to learn new skills from experienced riders, explore new routes, and make new friends and riding buddies! |
Ontario Traffic Manual |
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Check out the Ontario Traffic Manual, which provides information and guidance for transportation users, and promotes uniformity of treatment in the design, application and operation of traffic control devices and systems across Ontario, including:
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