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Burke Centre

Lake Accotink – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

Moderate

5.0

(7866)

17,729

riders

Lake Accotink – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

03:32

55.5km

340m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8 m for 7 m

After 55.5 km for 7 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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19.7 km

Wakefield Park

Nature Reserve

2

23.2 km

Lake Accotink Park

Highlight • Lake

Lake Accotink is a 55-acre reservoir situated along Accotink Creek. There are a bunch of trails around the lake (some paved and some dirt/gravel), and the Cross Country Trail through Lake Accotink Park is perfect for running.

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3

25.0 km

Lake Accotink

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake, great place to come with children. Nice playground nearby, woods to play in and restroom facilities.

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4

43.8 km

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lake Mercer is a picturesque lake surrounded by woods and 5.6 miles of paved trails. A great view of the lake is from this dammed area. It's a great spot for a bike ride with kids as well.

Tip by

5

43.9 km

Lake Mercer

Highlight • Lake

A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.

Tip by

6

45.0 km

Wagon Trail Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Wagon Trail Lane is a paved path in a tunnel of trees, and a popular paved path to visit at Lake Mercer Park.

Tip by

7

49.7 km

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.

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B

55.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.0 km

5.72 km

3.90 km

3.54 km

1.29 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.2 km

8.66 km

6.91 km

697 m

104 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Tuesday 20 October

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