Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour 2026

A great way to enjoy the last of summer's warm weather!The Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour returns to raise funds to help support trail development of the CASO Greenway Trail! Show your love by joining us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, to ride in support of conservation!With new road routes designed by 'Share the Road' for maximum rider safety and comfort, the Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour incorporates all the sights of summer, cycling facilities, quite neighbourhood streets and peaceful back roads! Road cyclists will tour through picturesque county roads along the CWATS route through Colchester, Amherstburg, Essex and Leamington on your way to and from Kingsville! Greenway riders will meander the safe, beautiful, off-road nature trails along the Chrysler Canada and Cypher Systems Group Greenways. Back by popular demand, all routes will begin and end at the lakeside Mettawas Park in Kingsville, and will include a delicious locally sourced lunch.
Resources:Explore & Download the 102km Road RouteExplore & Download the 61km Road RouteView & Download All Routes MapLearn More About the Team ChallengeView & download our 2026 Fundraising Package.Sponsorship opportunities are available - contact Danielle Stuebing at dstuebing@erca.org

Event Includes:
Routes and PricingAdequate free parkingRoute signpostedFirst aidEmergency contact numberRoute MarshalsMechanical support Prizes for top fundraisersRefreshments at rest stopsFree post ride lunch from local vendors 15km Family Greenway Ride- $35 / $90 family32km Intermediate Greenway Ride - $40 / $95 family64km Advanced Greenway Ride - $4560km Intermediate Road Ride - $45* 100km Advanced Road Ride - $49Lunch Only - $10Please note: for those registering for for the Advanced Road Route, you must be prepared to complete your route within a maximum of 6 hours.Suggested Minimum Donation: Engage your friends in the fun! As this event raises funds, we respectfully request that you consider a minimum donation of $50 in support of conservation and trails in our region! View & download our 2026 Fundraising Package.Fundraising Perks: Top individual fundraisers can look forward to great gifts for their efforts:
- $350+ Receives Free 2027 Registration & Cool Bike Tour Cap
- $250+ Receives Free 2027 RegistrationRefund policy: Please note that our event offers no refunds or deferrals. Transfers would be the responsibility of the transferee. No exceptions.