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Trails
Brampton features three trail systems that run through the city. The pedestrian and cycling trails, serve the public as a scenic and healthy alternative in getting around the City. The trails also connect many of the City's parks, playgrounds and recreational facilities.
| Chinguacousy Trail |
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This trail follows a linear park system from James F. McCurry Victoria Park Arena on Avondale Boulevard north approximately eight kilometres (five miles) to Manitou Park at Dixie Road and Bovaird Drive.
Information signs are located at the Ellen Mitchell Recreation Centre, Chinguacousy Park and at Victoria Park Arena. The information signs indicate the trail route, the major features, and the facilities along the trail.
The Chinguacousy Trail was named after Chinguacousy Park, the largest park along the trail route. The word "Chinguacousy" means "Land of the Tall Pines." The logo represents three tall pines and appears on all signage to identify the trail |
| Professor's Lake |
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This trail follows a linear park system from Victoria Park Arena on Avondale Boulevard north approximately 11 kilometres (seven miles) to Professor's Lake on North Park Drive.
Four information signs are located at Victoria Park Arena, Earnscliffe Park, Greenbriar Park and Professor's Lake Park Recreation Centres.
Professor's Lake Trail is named after the Professor's Lake Park that is the feature park along the trail route. Containing a 26 hectare lake surrounded by 32 hectares of parkland, Professor's Lake Park offers a wide variety of summer family activities. |
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Etobicoke Creek Trail
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Etobicoke Trail is named after the Etobicoke Creek that parallels the trail along the route.
The name "Etobicoke" means "where the Black Alders grow" and derives its name from the community that developed at the mouth of the creek, the City of Etobicoke.
The trail follows a linear park system from Kennedy Road south of Steeles, north approximately 14.5 kilometres. |
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Trails & Pathways Code of Conduct
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The code of conduct is endorsed by Brampton City Council
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| The trail will be used by pedestrians, wheelchairs, cyclists and roller bladers. Cyclists and wheelchairs MUST give pedestrians the right-of-way and access on the trail. |
When riding during evening hours, bicycles are to be equipped with a white front light, a rear red light and reflective tape as required by law. Wheelchairs should be equipped with lights or reflective tape.
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| Always signal before turning and stopping. Provide early warning when overtaking pedestrians (horn, bell, voice command, etc) |
All cyclists to stop, dismount and walk your bicycle across all roads. Wait for a clear, safe break in traffic before proceeding. |
| Obey all trail signage, traffic signs and signals. |
When crossing major roadways, pedestrians, wheelchairs and cyclists are to cross at the nearest intersection. |
| Always travel on the right side of the trail and in single file. |
Make sure your bicycle or wheelchair is in good working order. |
| Always wear an approved bicycle helmet. |
Always lock your bicycle. |
| Never ride two to a bicycle |
All pets are to be on a leash or chain |
| Stoop and scoop. |
Be courteous at all times. |
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