Log Driver's Waltz
Ottawa Valley-outaouais
BikEpacking
“A tour of the Ottawa Valley in 3/4 time."
The Log Driver's Waltz is an 800 kilometre, multi-day cycling route that traverses a large variety of terrain in the Ottawa Valley and Outaouais regions of Ontario and Quebec and passes through Ottawa, Canada's national capital, with its World Heritage Site the Rideau Canal. 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 the national capital region 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. Riders are encouraged to explore these routes individually, as pairs or in small groups. We hope that there is a route in our collection that will inspire you to get outside and ride!
Bikepacking is a forever sport. We love it and 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. Riders are encouraged to explore these routes individually, as pairs or in small groups. We hope that there is a route in our collection that will inspire you to get outside and ride!
Bikepacking is a forever sport. We love it and hope that you do, or will, too!
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Counter Clockwise Log Driver's Waltz: 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
It is your responsibility to:
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.
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
It is your responsibility to:
- Educate yourself about current health guidelines and requirements in all applicable health units/regions in both provinces and follow them.
- Modify your plans to meet health directives if the situation changes.
- Be respectful of the people you encounter in the areas you are riding through.
- Always make your safety and the safety of others your priority.
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.
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Thanks for your support!
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Thanks for your support!
T-Shirts, Socks and Donations: Available to riders and route supporters! Get your t-shirt or socks; everyone 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.