Log Driver's Waltz
Ottawa Valley-outaouais
BikEpacking
Since 2019
“A tour of the Ottawa Valley in 3/4 time."
The Log Driver's Waltz is a 800 kilometre, multi-day cycling route that traverses a vast variety of terrain in the Ottawa Valley and Outaouais regions of Ontario and Quebec. Come and find yourself immersed in the endless network of lonely backcountry gravel and dirt roads, forested paths and charming towns. It's easy to see why this area of Canada has emerged as a bikepacking hot spot.
The Log Driver's Waltz and our other routes were created to encourage people to explore this region by bicycle. It is about multiple opportunities for adventure and exploration. Hopefully you will find a route to suit your goals and abilities in our collection. Choose a route and get outside! Bikepacking is a forever sport. We love it an hope that you do, or will. too!
The Log Driver's Waltz and our other routes were created to encourage people to explore this region by bicycle. It is about multiple opportunities for adventure and exploration. Hopefully you will find a route to suit your goals and abilities in our collection. Choose a route and get outside! Bikepacking is a forever sport. We love it an hope that you do, or will. too!
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Counter Clockwise Route:
If you want to do the route "backwards" you may use this file to navigate.
Disclaimer
The content of this website is purely for informational purposes and is intended as a reference guide.
These routes are suggested routes only. These routes incorporate multi-use trails, off-road trails and on-road riding. All cyclists are responsible for their own safety, must use both trails and streets with caution and do so at their own risk. Always wear the proper safety gear when cycling, ride sensibly and abide by all laws. Each route should be evaluated by each individual cyclist based on their level of experience, comfort level in cycling on trails and roads, weather conditions, time of day, and any road obstacles. The Log Driver’s Waltz and all others involved in the development of these routes do not assume any liability whatsoever for cyclists using this information and travelling upon these routes.
COVID-19:
We actively discourage bikepacking when it is in contravention of local or provincial health orders. Please inform yourself and alter your plans accordingly.
The Provinces of Quebec and Ontario now require vaccine passports for non-essential activities. Check provincial websites for the most up to date information
Leave No Trace
The Log Driver's Waltz encourages riders to follow "Leave No Trace" principles. Remember you are a visitor and your actions will reflect on others.
If you want to do the route "backwards" you may use this file to navigate.
Disclaimer
The content of this website is purely for informational purposes and is intended as a reference guide.
These routes are suggested routes only. These routes incorporate multi-use trails, off-road trails and on-road riding. All cyclists are responsible for their own safety, must use both trails and streets with caution and do so at their own risk. Always wear the proper safety gear when cycling, ride sensibly and abide by all laws. Each route should be evaluated by each individual cyclist based on their level of experience, comfort level in cycling on trails and roads, weather conditions, time of day, and any road obstacles. The Log Driver’s Waltz and all others involved in the development of these routes do not assume any liability whatsoever for cyclists using this information and travelling upon these routes.
COVID-19:
We actively discourage bikepacking when it is in contravention of local or provincial health orders. Please inform yourself and alter your plans accordingly.
The Provinces of Quebec and Ontario now require vaccine passports for non-essential activities. Check provincial websites for the most up to date information
Leave No Trace
The Log Driver's Waltz encourages riders to follow "Leave No Trace" principles. Remember you are a visitor and your actions will reflect on others.
Link to T-Shirts, Socks and Donations: You don't need to have completed the route to get a t-shirt or socks, anyone is welcome to help spread the word! Donations will be used to create a paper map, stickers/signs for businesses. and pay for techie website stuff.