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Waterloo Park – City Cafe Bakery loop from Waterloo

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Waterloo

Waterloo Park – City Cafe Bakery loop from Waterloo

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Waterloo Park – City Cafe Bakery loop from Waterloo

01:24

23.8km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.73 km for 53 m

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1.85 km

Laurel Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Laurel Trail runs for about eight kilometres alongside Laurel Creek, connecting Uptown Waterloo with the University of Waterloo and down to Columbia Lake. It’s a multi-use route with a mix of paved and gravel sections, so you’ll be sharing it with cyclists in places. The terrain is mostly level, following the creek through a mix of urban green space and more natural stretches. It’s easy to dip in and out of, but also works well as a continuous route if you follow it end to end.

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2.37 km

Laurel Creek

Highlight • River

Laurel Creek runs quietly alongside much of the trail. In most sections, it’s wide like a small river, with reeds, grasses, and low vegetation lining the banks. The water level can vary depending on rainfall, and in drier periods it can look quite low. It’s not used for recreation, but it adds a consistent natural element to the route, especially through the less developed stretches.

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5.69 km

Waterloo Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Often called the “jewel of the city,” Waterloo Park blends natural trails, open lawns and multi-use pathways with an impressive mix of facilities for all ages and interests.

The park features three paved trail systems (including the Iron Horse and Trans-Canada trails) for walkers, runners and cyclists. The park also features sports fields, a skate park, and a summer splash pad.

Families and nature lovers can explore Silver Lake’s boardwalk, Victorian-style gardens, picnic shelters, and the city’s oldest log schoolhouse tucked into the green space.Whether you’re here for a short neighbourhood walk, a scenic bike ride, an energetic skate session or a relaxed picnic by the lake, Waterloo Park delivers something for everyone in a lush, urban-forest setting.

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6.21 km

Silver Lake

Highlight • Lake

Tucked within the heart of Waterloo Park, Silver Lake invites you to slow down and linger by the water’s edge. With its wide boardwalk circling the shore, display fountains, and gently sloping lawn that meets the lake, it’s a tranquil setting for a walk, bike ride or a lakeside break.

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11.1 km

Statue of Queen Victoria

Highlight • Monument

The monument does more than just show off old European design. It sits at the center of modern community conversations. As you walk by, you might notice how it serves as a powerful reminder of Canada's complex colonial past. In fact, local groups are working to add new Indigenous artwork nearby to give you a fuller look at the area's diverse history.

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