Thornbury Heathcote Cycling Route

Published Date: January 15, 2015

*Thornbury Heathcote LONG Loop (PDF map)
*Thornbury Heathcote SHORT Loop (PDF map)
Distance: 20km (or 32km longer more challenging route)
Experience rating: Moderate to experienced, recreational ride
Start/Finish: Thornbury Town Centre, Municipal parking lot in town centre, located at Arthur & Bruce Street.
Short Loop Interactive Map - Ride with GPS
Long Loop Interactive Map - Ride with GPS

Challenge yourself with modest hill climbs and descents (or walk-ups/downs) and transport back into another time or enjoy a smaller loop through welcoming communities filled with tasty food stops, galleries and opportunities to further explore the Beaver River.

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