Back Forty Roadie Ramble

Connecting Huron Kinloss’s scenic rural landscapes with the dramatic Lake Huron shoreline, is what the Back Forty Roadie Ramble is all about.

Come for the fresh air, stay for the beauty.

Back Forty Roadie Ramble


Connecting Huron Kinloss’s quiet rural landscapes with the dramatic Lake Huron shoreline, and some tasty restaurants is what the Back Forty Roadie Ramble is all about. This relaxed 58km ride begins and ends in the village of Ripley with lots of parking, and a clean washroom at Lewis Park. It's suitable for hybrid, road, gravel, and electric bikes.

Distance: 58km

Difficulty: Moderate

Bike Type: hybrid, road, gravel, and electric bikes

Highlights: Astonishing scenery, great food

About the route


All of our suggested bike routes are public roads, maintained by the Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Please use these roads responsibly, and be aware to share the road. You may encounter other vehicles, slow moving farm equipment, large farm equipment, horse and buggies, off road vehicles and/or licensed golf carts.

Some tips for everyone's safety:
  • Take steps to be highly visible to others
  • Plan your route in advance
  • Obey all traffic and municipal signage
  • Be vigilant and follow the rules of the road
  • Ensure your bike is maintained and has a working bell
  • Don't ride with earphones
  • Respect private property and stay on the suggested routes
  • Use suggested routes at your own risk, if you feel unsafe, please get off your bike and walk
  • Use appropriate caution at intersections
  • If you see road maintenance issues, please report the issue immediately to: https://www.huronkinloss.com/live-here/report-a-problem/

Where can I fill up?


Water bottle filling stations and bike repair stations are located at the Lucknow & District Sports Complex, Point Clark Lighthouse public washroom and Lewis Park in Ripley.

Cycling the Back Forty
Back Forty Gravel Grind