Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail, Galt

Jason from District Vision has some eyewear you’re going to want to try! He brings a fleet of some of the hottest shades that you can trial on your run this morning. Loved what you tried? Neil from Together Again Eyewear will have stock available for purchase. Hang out with us after the run to grab a coffee from Mailloux Studio while getting to know everyone a little better!

The Run: A peaceful, uninterrupted run alongside the Grand River. Long straight stretches and almost no road crossings make it ideal for conversation-paced runs and longer efforts, just minutes from downtown.

Meeting spot:  Public parking lot, 210 Water St S, Cambridge (meet by the cylinder blocks and picnic table at the trailhead)

Distance:  20 minutes out and back, roughly 6 km to the footbridge turnaround.

Terrain:  Wide crushed gravel and dirt, flat with minimal elevation. Not winter friendly.

Good for:  Sturdy jogging strollers with larger wheels, great for bikes and scooters, dogs on leash. Excellent traffic-free option for families.

Good to know:  Shared with cyclists, keep right. Limited lighting, bring reflective gear for early or late runs. What3Words app recommended for emergencies. Free trailhead parking. Indulge Ice Cream is a popular post-run stop in summer.