Great Waterfront Trail Adventure 2025

Friday, August 8, 2025 Past event
Hamilton, Ontario
7 races

Event summary

Get ready for the Great Waterfront Trail Adventure 2025, taking place on Friday, August 8th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Hamilton! This exhilarating event celebrates 30 years of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail with an incredible eight-day cycling challenge covering a remarkable 640 kilometers across three stunning Great Lakes: Lake Ontario, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie.

Join fellow cycling enthusiasts from August 8th to August 15th as you embark on a scenic journey through picturesque communities including Guelph, Goderich, Grand Bend, London, Port Stanley, and Port Dover. Experience the beauty of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, along with sections of the Greenbelt Route and the Thames Valley Parkway. This fully supported ride promises breathtaking views and unforgettable memories. Whether you're camping or opting for comfortable accommodations, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic celebration of nature and community while challenging yourself on this epic cycling adventure!

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  • Great Waterfront Trail Adventure

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  • GWTA Waterfront Trail Champion ( $1,000 fundraising required)

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  • Youth Rider

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  • Personal Support Vehicle

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  • Ca$819.53

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  • Ca$475.85

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Organiser's description

CYCLE 3 GREAT LAKES IN EIGHT DAYS - CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF THE GREAT LAKES WATERFRONT TRAILTAKE THE 8-DAY CHALLENGE | 640KM | 3 GREAT LAKESJoin us between 8 and 15 August 2025 as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail with an epic and challenging looped ride that visits three Great Lakes in eight days (seven nights). We will stay overnight in the communities of Hamilton, Guelph, Goderich, Grand Bend, London, Port Stanley, and Port Dover as we ride a fully supported route that includes Lake Ontario, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie. We'll be riding the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail as well as parts of the Greenbelt Route, the Guelph to Goderich Trail, Thames Valley Parkway in London and the Port Dover to Hamilton Rail Trail. Learn more about the itinerary.Please note that the event registration fee supports the charity's work to organize the 8-day event. Roofed accommodation and long-term parking in Hamilton are optional additional costs. University residence accommodations are available in Hamilton, Guelph and London where camping is unavailable. Please visit our website for recommended and supported hotels and motels. Camping is available in all communities except Hamilton, Guelph and London. Learn more about accommodations.FeesEarly-bird -- $925 + $53.16 (Race Roster Processing Fee) + $120.25 (HST) for a total of $1098.41.Champion ($1,000 fundraising required) -- $775 + $44.53 (Race Roster Processing Fee) + $100.75 (HST) for a total of $920.28.Student ( 16 - 25) -- $775 + $44.53 (Race Roster Processing Fee) + $100.75 (HST) for a total of $920.28.Personal Support Vehicle -- $450 + $25.85 (Race Roster Processing Fee)+ $58.50 HST= $534.35We recommend that when you register for the GWTA, you also purchase Race Roster's Enhanced Protection to refund the registration cost should unexpected circumstances prevent your participation. The Waterfront Regeneration Trust's refund cut-off date is April 30th, 2025. Learn more about the refund program.We are looking forward to seeing you in August 2025!

Location

Mohawk College, Fennell Avenue West, Hamilton, ON, Canada

135 Fennell Ave W, Hamilton, ON, L9C 0E5, CA

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