Recreational Trails

Hike, bike, walk, run or cross country ski along one of Brampton’s recreational trail systems, which offer more than 40 kilometres of guided and paved recreational trails throughout the city. Look for wayfinding signs along your route, and plan time to stop for new discoveries and adventures.

Brampton offers you the chance to enjoy the outdoors and natural beauty through our various self-guided tours. To enjoy the beautiful recreational trails and pathways in Brampton, download the Green & Fall Colour Self-Guided Tour.

Want more information on our recreational trails? Check out the Brampton Cycling Map​ or the interactive Peel Recreational Trails Map​.

Etobicoke Creek Recreational Trail (14.5 KMs)

​The Etobicoke Creek Recreational Trail — the longest recreational trail in Brampton — extends between the City’s southern and northern boundaries. Following the creek through parks, urban forests and wildflower fields, this recreational trail has few road interruptions, allowing for long and peaceful excursions.

Chinguacousy Recreational Trail (9 KMs)

The Chinguacousy Recreational Trail winds through several Brampton neighbourhoods, from Victoria Park in Bramalea extending north to Dixie Road and Countryside Drive. While traveling this recreational trail, you will visit a stretch of suburbs, green spaces and local urban attractions.

Don Doan Recreational Trail (11 KMs)

Running parallel to Chinguacousy Recreational Trail, the Don Doan Recreational Trail (formerly known as Professor's Lake Recreational Trail); is a predominantly suburban recreational trail that takes you through the east side of Bramalea neighbourhoods. Wayfinding signs navigate you north to Brampton’s popular beach and public swimming area, Professor’s Lake.

Fletcher's Creek Recreational Trail (7.9 KMs)

The Fletcher’s Creek Recreational Trail runs north to south through the west side of Brampton. It is a paved recreational trail that is maintained year round and starts at Wanless Dr and ends at Hwy 407. Chris Gibson Recreation Centre, Flower City Community Campus, South Fletcher’s Sportsplex and beautiful recreational trails through nature are some of the sights that you will enjoy as you follow along the Fletcher’s Creek.

Esker Lake Recreational Trail (8 KMs)

Taking you into some of the City’s most treasured parks, green spaces and conservation areas, the Esker Lake Recreational Trail showcases nature’s best. Plan a couple of hours​ or make a full day of it, with many options for activities en route, both urban and wild.

The colourful, artistic mural on the surface of the Franceschini Bridge is the first of its kind, unveiled by the City of Brampton in 2018. A once abandoned road crossing has been reimagined as a recreational trail link for cyclists and pedestrians, connecting the Esker Lake Recreational Trail across Highway 410, for safe and easy access.