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Guelph/Eramosa

Eramosa River – Guelph Covered Bridge loop from Grange at Silurian westbound

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Ontario

Guelph/Eramosa

Eramosa River – Guelph Covered Bridge loop from Grange at Silurian westbound

Moderate

runners

Eramosa River – Guelph Covered Bridge loop from Grange at Silurian westbound

01:26

13.6km

70m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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3.00 km

Eramosa River

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The Eramosa River winds through Southern Ontario and is popular for kayaking, canoeing, and trout and bass fishing. The river's name is believed to come from an Indigenous word, Un-ne-mo-sah, which means "crazy dog."

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4.95 km

Guelph Covered Bridge

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The Guelph Covered Bridge spans 144 feet across the Speed River. It was built recently, in 1992, by the Timber Framers' Guild and is only open to pedestrians and bikes. …

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5.05 km

Eramosa and Speed River Confluence

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This is where the Eramosa River flows into the Speed River, and is a prominent river confluence in the heart of Guelph. The meeting of these waterways has been a …

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5.55 km

Downtown Trail

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The Downtown Trail runs along the Speed River for 3.6 kilometres between Speedvale Avenue and Gordon Street. It passes through multiple parks and neighbourhoods with great views of the river the whole way.

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6.12 km

John Galt Park

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This park is located on the Speed River just on the edge of downtown Guelph. The park has open fields, paved trails, shade structures, and an antique locomotive.

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7.10 km

Speed River

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Flowing through southern Ontario’s Waterloo Region, the Speed River winds its way from its source in Orton through scenic countryside and urban green spaces before joining the Grand River at …

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13.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

747 m

439 m

350 m

267 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.13 km

2.84 km

2.62 km

1.13 km

881 m

Elevation

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Monday 31 August

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17°C

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Eramosa River – Guelph Covered Bridge loop from Grange at Silurian westbound

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