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There are many trails for you to hike or bike your way through within the City of Dryden, and within the greater region.

Here is a listing of trails found in and around Dryden:

Laura Howe Marsh

Spanning two kilometres, the Laura Howe Marsh wetlands trail features both forest and aquatic wildlife for you to see. Make sure to bring sturdy shoes with you and dress for the weather. From May to early August, it's a good idea to bring insect repellant. Also, bring along your camera and capture all that the area has to offer! For more information, view our Laura Howe Marsh map.

Aaron Provincial Park Trails

Aaron Provincial Park features two trails in the area.

The first, Aspen Trail, is 1.9 km in length. Here, you can see different types of Boreal forest trees, like aspen, birch, jack pine, balsam fir and spruce. Some wildlife you might see include white-tail deer, 26 species of warblers and many other songbirds.

The Eastern White Cedar Trail is 0.5 km in length. On the route, you can walk through large stands of trees, shores and wetlands along Thunder Lake and climb up to a clay plain. You can also see many types of animals, trees and flowers on your route.

Aaron Provincial Park Campgrounds are open from May to October. For more information, call 807-223-1425.

Ghost Lake Trails

These trails are great for skilled bicyclists and hikers. The route is made up of bush roads and forest trails. The network of trails are 22 km in length altogether and include rocky paths, wetlands, swamps and forestry. Ghost Lake is also a habitat for up to 200 Common Loons. The trails make for another great opportunity to bird watch and see wildlife in a variety of habitats.

For more information, call the Dryden Ghost Riders Mountain Bike Club at 807-223-4903, view the Ghost Riders Facebook page, or view the Ghost & Mavis Lake Trails Brochure.

Trans Canada Trail

The Trans Canada Trail launched in 2017 and parts are still under development. Once completed, it will stretch 22,500 km to connect the Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific Oceans. The trail will also link 1,000 communities in Canada.

The Trans Canada Trail travels through Dryden through the Path of the Paddle water route, which you can learn more about on Guided and Self-Guided Tours. The route helps you experience First Nations culture by showing you early explorer paths that explorers and First Nation peoples took centuries ago.

City of Dryden Trails

View our network of trails available for you to enjoy below. As well, year-round indoor walking is available from Monday to Friday at 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dryden Memorial Arena. Map this location

Urban Trail

The Urban Trail system (shown on the Dryden Trail Systems map) is made up of five routes that run through the city. They provide safe, enjoyable walkable access to stores, neighbourhoods, and community facilities and services. The trail system is 12.3 km in length.

Dryden Signature Trail

The Dryden Signature Trail system (shown on the Dryden Trail Systems map) is made up of two routes. They are designed to give you a hands-on recreational experience with interpretive signage located throughout. The trail system is 5.4 km in length.

Nature in the City Trail

The Nature in the City Trail (shown on the Dryden Trail Systems map) is shaped like a necklace and link the natural areas around the city. You can walk, hike, jog, cycle or ski sections of the trail, which is 6.8 km long in total.

Blue Lake Provincial Park Trails

View a map of Blue Lake Provincial Park Trails. Blue Lake Provincial Park campgrounds are open from May to October. For more information, call the Blue Lake Provincial Park office at 807-227-2601 or 807-223-7535.

Rock Point Trail

The four kilometer Rock Point Trail takes you through a variety of environments. It has a moderate difficulty for hikers and we recommend you wear hiking boots, as the terrain is uneven.

Spruce Fen Trail

This easier one kilometer trail takes you through a "fen", a low, marshy and often flooded piece of land. Along the way, you can see a beaver pond and lots of black spruce. The trail is constructed using boardwalk material and is fully wheelchair accessible.

Goblin Lake Trail

This 11 km trail has a moderate difficulty and takes you through the edge of Goblin Lake. It is a true outdoors experience through typical northern Ontario wilderness.

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