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Lake Bernard Frank – Lake Needwood loop from Grosvenor–Strathmore

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Lake Bernard Frank – Lake Needwood loop from Grosvenor–Strathmore

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Lake Bernard Frank – Lake Needwood loop from Grosvenor–Strathmore

02:21

39.1km

250m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.03 km for 132 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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13.0 km

Water fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

The only water fountain I saw on this loop. Make sure to stop and hydrate. It is located under Norbeck road.

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13.3 km

Rock Creek and Lake Frank Trail Connector

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A lovely stretch of trail that will remain in good condition throughout the year. The trail Rock Creek Regional Park with Lake Frank and runs through the tall trees.

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14.2 km

Lake Bernard Frank

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir is a wonderful place to explore by bike or on foot. A network of trails lead around the water's edge and through the surrounding woodlands.

The main trail …

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15.4 km

This lake was renamed in the 1960s after Bernard Frank, a wilderness activist. Its creation served the purposes of flood control and erosion protection. It's a fantastic spot for fishing, just be sure to have the required permit.

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15.6 km

Lake Bernard Frank

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir is a wonderful place to explore by bike or on foot. A network of trails lead around the water's edge and through the surrounding woodlands.

The main trail …

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18.8 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

There's a trail following the Rock Creek. The small river runs through the middle of the forest and it's nice to cycle along through the whole year.

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21.3 km

Lake Needwood

Highlight • Lake

22.3 km

Lake Needwood

Highlight • Lake

This lake was formed in 1965 by damming Rock Creek. The purpose was to control floods and reduce soil erosion. You can rent pedal boats, rowboats, and canoes here. There …

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39.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

5.85 km

1.07 km

653 m

440 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.0 km

4.12 km

2.93 km

955 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 30 May

21°C

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Lake Bernard Frank – Lake Needwood loop from Grosvenor–Strathmore

Water fountain

Rock Creek and Lake Frank Trail Connector

Lake Bernard Frank

Lake Bernard Frank

Lake Bernard Frank

Rock Creek Trail

Lake Needwood

Lake Needwood

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