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The Victoria Rail Trail runs between Bethany and Haliburton. The South
Corridor runs between Bethany and Lindsay, while the North Corridor runs between
Lindsay and Haliburton. At this point, summer 2007, I have cycled the trail from
Bethany to Fenelon Falls. One warning is that ATV use is permitted on all parts
of the trail ..... with negative consequences for the trail surface for cyclists. The
south section surface often consists of large stone railway ballast materials.
The north section surface varies from hard packed stone
dust to gravel with frequent 'mud holes' created by the atv traffic. In several
areas sand has been used to repair the trail ..... not a good material for
cyclists. Later this summer (2007) I plan to complete the ride northwards.
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view of rivers and swamps |
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standard trail gate .. often open |
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south section gravel for atv wheels |
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berm through lowland swamp area |
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Lindsay crossing to south trail |
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start northwards at Thunder Bridge road |
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young couple scooting along on their ATV |
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mud holes frequently filled with sand or gravel |
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bridge over arm of Sturgeon Lake |
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time to rest & visit with some locals |
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try to cycle at this speed |
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often best to ride on smooth side path |
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Welcome ... but no trail markers in the city |
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old train station and trail disappears through high school parking lot |
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over river bridge to find start of trail northwards |
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end of gallery for the Victoria Trail
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