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View of Burke Lake – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

View of Burke Lake – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

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2.6

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View of Burke Lake – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

01:33

26.9km

150m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 8 m for 7 m

After 26.9 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.68 km

View of Burke Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spot is amazing for photo and for shore fishing 🎣

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5.69 km

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

Highlight • Lake

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.

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6.45 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight • Trail

This section is a good starting point for burke lake trails, it crosses over a small stream with a nice bridge

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11.5 km

Lake Mercer

Highlight • Lake

A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.

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11.5 km

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lake Mercer is a picturesque lake surrounded by woods and 5.6 miles of paved trails. A great view of the lake is from this dammed area. It's a great spot for a bike ride with kids as well.

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13.0 km

Lake Mercer Park

Nature Reserve

17.0 km

Burke Lake Crossing Trail

Highlight • Trail

This is a great trail system for biking and hiking, just be mindful of others along the trails as it gets busy especially during the weekends.

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19.2 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Burke Lake Trail is a loop trail that circumnavigates Burke Lake. It's a relatively flat gravel ride that is well maintained. This trail is doable on most bikes and …

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26.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

7.46 km

5.05 km

2.14 km

196 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.3 km

8.22 km

4.15 km

673 m

606 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Saturday 30 May

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View of Burke Lake – Lake Mercer loop from Burke Centre

View of Burke Lake

Burke Lake Trail

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

Burke Lake Trail

Lake Mercer

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Burke Lake Crossing Trail

Burke Lake Trail

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