Length – 12+ km (one way)
97% park path
3 % road crossings, detours
Elevation – Flat along creek, short gradual hills, a few quick, steep climbs over bridges
Terrain – Patchy surface partly paved other sections are gravel or woodchips. Path varies in width. Bridges, boardwalks and short road crossings with traffic lights.
Skill – Easy rolling for everyone
Maps – None yet say Rouge Valley, some signs say Villages & Valleys. Expect new signage soon. You may need to refer to a map app on your phone.
Traffic – Busy on weekends, typical path users, tourists
Facilities – Parking lot, toilets, benches, picnic tables, rain shelters, bike repair stations, swimming at Milne Dam
Highlights – Boardwalks, large ponds/lakes, many bridges, (some grand), old homes, ever-changing scenery, tourist stops
Trail Fee – Free
Phone – 905 477 5530
Website – City of Markham
Similar Trails – Oshawa Creek, Nokiidaa, Speed River
Local Clubs – Toronto Bicycle Network – TBN
Access – On the north end there are two entry points for this trail south of 16th Ave. (we parked on a side street as there are no lots)
The trail runs by Toogood Pond and Carlton Rd. and Main St., here you can find parking lots or space on side streets. Large lots at Milne Dam Conservation Park and the Rouge River Community Centre further south.