Trip Ideas
The best part about Atlantic Canada is you’re never too far away from the next trail, beach or brewery.
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Newfoundland & Labrador West to East Coast
Embark on an unforgettable mountain biking road trip across the captivating landscapes of Newfoundland and Labrador. Experience the contrasting beauty of the Western and Avalon regions. The Western region entices with its verdant forests and extensive enduro trails, perfect for multi-day adventures. Meanwhile, the Avalon Region on the East Coast offers a breathtaking journey along oceanside trails, treating you to panoramic views that extend all the way to the easternmost point in North America.
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White Rock to Fundy
Experience the thrill of White Rock, a trail network nestled in Hillsborough village, just a short drive from Moncton. The white rock, a relic of a former gypsum mine, adds to the excitement of this fast and exhilarating ride. Start your day here, then embark on a scenic coastal drive along the 114 toward Alma. Don’t miss a beach break at UNESCO Fundy Biosphere Reserve – Waterside Beach, perfect for a memorable picnic lunch. Afterward, take on the thrilling Whitetail trail before returning home or settling into your campsite at Fundy National Park. Unwind, light up the campfire, and prepare for another exhilarating day exploring the park’s stunning trails.
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Riding Granite at McIntosh Run & The Wall at The Railyard
If you’re in the Halifax area, you will definitely want to check out the granite trails in McIntosh Run! The popular Fight Trail is a great loop to get the granite whaleback riding experience with city and ocean views!
On your way to or from the Halifax area, be sure to stop in Truro and check out the Railyard! This bike park has a few wooden features for those who like a challenge.
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The Acadian Peninsula
The coastal drive between Bathurst and Caraquet is a new Brunswick gem. Pass through French speaking Acadian fishing villages on your way to explore the technical terrain at MFB Chaleur or the flow at Club plein air de Caraquet. If shellfish are your jam, you’re apres-ride experience is going to be awesome.
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Brookvale and BonShaw
Discover the best of Island’s mountain biking in just one day! Ride Bonshaw and Brookvale, two incredible trail networks only 15 minutes apart. Bonshaw, located near Charlottetown and Borden, offers 25km of intermediate and advanced trails within Strathgartney and Bonshaw Provincial Parks. Next, a short drive takes you to Brookvale Nordic Centre, a must-visit for riders of all levels. With over 20km of diverse singletrack, including a pump track, it’s perfect for individuals, families, and groups. Experience smooth, flowy trails alongside rooty, technical sections, all crafted through PEI’s iconic red dirt.
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New Zion and New England
Located just under two hours from Saint John, the Minto Trails are definitely worth the day trip! Go from the rocky landscape in Saint John to the smooth-rolling sculpted hills in Minto.
Minto’s trails offer unforgettable views as you ride along the ridges of an abandoned coal mining site. You’re going to have the chance to get lots of speed on these fast, flowy trails and develop new skills on steep climbs, steep descents and trails with a bit of exposure. Rockwood Park in Saint John is a nice contrast if you’d like to combine a couple of networks within a day in central New Brunswick.
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North Shore of NB
Are you arriving from Quebec or looking for trails on New Brunswick’s North Shore? Then get started at Sentiers Madawaska Trails in Edmundston for a great mix of XC trails planted right in the middle of town. Next up is Sugarloaf Bike Park for lift access downhill, then onto Bathurst – MFB Chaleur, Caraquet and Miramichi to enjoy the culture and trails of the Acadian Peninsula.
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Central Nova Scotia
Check out the granite trails in McIntosh Run before traveling to the Gorge to follow the Canada Cup riders’ tracks, ride the wall in the Railyard, and find your flow in the Wentworth Valley!
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Week-Long
Gravity Access – Atlantic Canada’s DH Parks
Looking for a gravity-fueled MTB holiday? Then check out Atlantic Canada’s Downhill Parks in both Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Sugarloaf & Poley Mountain’s Bike Parks have chair lift access, and Keppoch runs shuttles on weekends. Check their websites for lift schedules.
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Prince Edward Island – Why waste the dirt on a shirt? Ride the Red!
Check out the red ribbon of trails flowing through the island. A great weekend getaway for the family who rides together as the trails suit the beginner through intermediate rider who loves to flow. End the day with a picnic on the beach and a swim in the ocean!
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The Fundy Region
If you are looking for a unique trail experience and amazing views, start by riding the coal miners’ landscape in Minto, then head south to ride the Rockwood Park singletrack in the port city of Saint John, ride the Bluff in Sussex, continue to the coast to ride in Fundy National Park – an ideal spot for an overnight stay, and then finish off the tour with a rip through White Rock Recreational Area!
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