Good To Know
NOTE: BLUEWATER FERRY service between SOMBRA, Ontario and MARINE CITY, Michigan is CLOSED! Cyclists, pedestrians, and motor vehicles can cross into the USA via The Walpole Island Ferry. The ferry is at Location: 1662 River Road, Wallaceburg N8A 4K9 or the Bluewater Bridges in Sarnia.
Winter Trail Closure: Under Township By-Law 45, the Trial is closed annually from November 30th to the following April 15th during which time no maintenance will be provided.
Trail Extension: The trail was expanded inland along Emily Street in Mooretown to provide cyclists and pedestrians with a safe route to the Moore Campground, Sports Complex and Municipal Office.
Park Bench Refresh: Modern, locally made, river-blue aluminum benches continue to replace the old wooden/cement benches helping to beautify our series of riverside parks.
Trail Promotion: Several efforts continue to attract new attract new users including:
- Development of a professionally produced drone-assisted video on our website and Facebook page
- Encouraging local businesses to apply for ‘Bike-Friendly’ designation from Ontario By Bike
- Continued support of charitable events taking place on the Trail
- Partnering with Tourism Sarnia Lambton to promote the Trail across Ontario and beyond
- Continuing to improve our website and encouraging residents to submit photographs
- Continuing to improve our Facebook page to improve communication among trail users
- Developing partnerships with other local organizations to promote our riverside parks