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St. Clair

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Enjoy a beautiful riding experience along the side of the St. Clair River when you visit the Township of St. Clair. The riverside riding stretches over 35km from the Johnson Channel north to the city of Sarnia, passing through five towns and villages. Here the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail is grateful and proud to use the St. Clair River Trail, work on which began in 2002.

It offers bicyclists wide paved roads with dedicated bike lanes as well as some off-road paths for bicyclists and walkers alike to enjoy. The sights and sounds of this riverside community are complemented by quaint cottages, waterfront parks, picnic areas, parking, and washroom facilities.

The towns of Sombra and Port Lambton boast a fascinating history, with associations to the Underground Railroad and Al Capone’s bootlegging operation during Prohibition in the United States. In the Sombra Museum Cultural Centre and Moore Museum, visitors can get a real sense of the rich and fascinating history of the area, dating back to the 18th century.

For a fascinating day trip, ride to the Oil Museum of Canada, one kilometre south of the village of Oil Springs, the site of North America’s first oil rush and commercial oil well.

Grab a bite in Port Lambton, Sombra and Corunna–all have a nice variety of eat-in and take out options.

Campgrounds: Mooretown, Cathcart Park and Branton Cundick Campgrounds all offer riverside views on or near to the Trail.

Ferry Connection to USA: Take the Ferry from Walpole to Algonac on the US side of the River and take the Bay to Bridge Trail. The US route between Marine City and Algonac uses County Rd 29/River Rd. On the Canadian side, you’ll be on the Waterfront Trail. The ferry does not have a set schedule but leaves regularly. A modest fee is charged.

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St. Clair

Trail Attributes

St Clair Township Trail comprises:

Bike lanes

Trail and paths

Short stretches on regional roads.

Be careful as you approach Sarnia from the south, where the St. Clair Parkway turns into Vidal St. S, as there is a higher volume of fast moving traffic and larger vehicles. Stay to the right of the road, act predictably and signal, to ensure maximum visibility and your own safety.

Local Maps and ConnectionsStaging AreasAmenities and TransitHelpful Links

Connections

Lambton County Trails – on-line mapping with amenities and points of interests. Export routes in GPX. https://www.lambtongis.ca/sites/?viewer=trails

The St. Clair River Trail – history, amenities and maps of the Trail

Camping in St. Clair Township – Info on campgrounds

  • Branton Cundick Park and Campground
  • Cathcart Park and Campground
  • Mooretown Campground

Ontario By Bike – http://www.ontariobybike.ca/great-places-to-cycle/ontario-s-southwest/elgin-lambton-london-middlesex-oxford

Trans-Canada Trail – The Trans Canada Trail network stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific and Arctic Oceans, forming the largest trail network in the world. The Lake Huron North Channel section of the Trail is designated as Trans Canada Trail.

Community Links

stclairtownship.ca

Staging Areas

  • Corunna Athletic Park – 420 Colborne Street, Corunna, ON N0N 1G0
  • Cathcart Park – 2959 Saint Clair Parkway, Sombra, ON N0P 2H0
  • Mooretown Campground, 1094 Emily Street, Mooretown ON, N0N 1M0
  • Branton Cundick Campground – 65 West Wilkesport Line, Sombra, ON, N0P 2H0
  • Bluewater Ferry from Sombra ON (3490 King St., Sombra) to Marine City, MI. (451 South Water St. Marine City)
  • Walpole/Algonac Ferry: Walpole ON (299 River Rd. N., Walpole Island) to Algonac, MI (202 Fruit St., Algonac)

Amenities

  • Accommodations, Campground

    http://www.stclairtownshipcommunityservices.ca/campgrounds

    Branton Cundick Park and Campground

    Cathcart Park and Campground

    Mooretown Campground

  • Accommodations, Roofed
  • Beaches
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  • Hospital
  • LCBO (Includes Breweries and Wineries)
  • Marinas
  • Museums
  • Outfitters
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  • Tourist Information
  • Washrooms
  • WIFI
  • Winter Maintenance

Transit

VIA Rail – National Passenger Rail service.

Bike racks are available on all trains equipped with baggage cars.

www.viarail.ca

Helpful Links

Municipal Tourism Information

St. Clair Township: http://www.twp.stclair.on.ca/

  • Waterfront villages along the  St. Clair River: Corunna, Mooretown, Courtright, Sombra and Port Lambton

St. Clair River Trail–maps, list of amenities and facilities

Museums in St. Clair Township: http://www.stclairtownshipcommunityservices.ca/museums

Lambton Outdoor Club hosts a variety of cycle and hiking activities Rides are organized to suit the pace you enjoy from fast to slow and leisurely.

St. Clair Conservation Authority

Regional Tourism Information

Tourism Sarnia – Lambton for travel information.

Ontario’s Blue Coast

Ontario’s Southwest Tourism: www.ontariossouthwest.com

Ontario By Bike – Cycle Friendly Businesses and Trip Ideas

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