DAY FOUR - Tuesday, July 6th
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Cobourg to Picton - 120 km The start of Day 4 begins in Cobourg with its incredibly picturesque downtown located right along the shores of Lake Ontario. Continuing East, riders will encounter a canopy of mature trees that will provide shade as participants continue their journey on a quiet and remote section of the Trail. The mix of trail and country road will lead us into Colborne, Brighton and into Prince Edward County through Wellington and Bloomfield before arriving at our overnight destination town of Picton. Picton is another new stop over on this year's tour.
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Breakfast
- Cobourg
** Meal Plan |
| 26 | Rest Stop Wicklow Beach Located right at the water, we will take a break to enjoy the sounds of the waves, the quite country roads, and perhaps a little of the World's Finest Chocolate... 8:30 - 10:00 |
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Rest Stop - Colborne - The picturesque Village of historic Colborne will provide the location for the second rest stop. The rest stop will be hosted in the Villages central Victoria Park, a beautiful and relaxing park across the street from downtown Colborne amenities and shops. This RS knows small town hospitality!! |
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Lunch - Brighton On the trail, Dougalls on the Bay is the perfect spot for lunch. Surrounded by water and the marshlands of Presqu'ile Bay, Dougalls offers great food and stunning views, lots of patio seats and a lawn for taking that much needed break. **Meal Plan |
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Rest Stop - Carrying Place Situated on the narrow neck of land separating the western terminus of the Bay of Quinte from Weller's Bay on Lake Ontario, Carrying Place was a thriving community in the 1800's . From here we drop down into the picturesque region of Prince Edward County. 12:30 3:30 |
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"Unofficial" Rest Stop Wellington Explore the town on your own. GWTA vehicles will be on hand to provide support. 1:30 4:30 |
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Rest Stop Bloomfield- The town will have a "Bike Corral" set up behind the town hall, staffed by local bike enthusiasts who will keep bikes safe for people who would like to stop in Bloomfield. The corral is near the public washrooms and just down the street from two great ice cream shops, Slickers and County Cafe. On your way out of town be sure to visit the local bike shop, Bloomfield Bicycle Co where friendly staff will assist you with all your cycling needs. |
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Overnight - Picton-
For more information visit www.picton-bia.on.ca or contact Lyndsay Richmond at 613.476.7901 ext. 212 or email at lrichmond@pecounty.on.ca Additional accommodation facilities and dinner options are available. For more information on Picton’s hotels, B&B’s and restaurants please visit www.pec.on.ca. If you are not going to be joining us to camp or to partake in the buffet you will need to make other arrangements. 2:30 6:00 ** Non Meal Plan - OYO (On Your Own) to explore the downtown Dinner: 6:30 |
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Participants of the GWTA will be greeted by Picton’s welcoming committee as they enter onto Picton’s Main Street and then directed to their overnight location stop. Participants will then travel down Main Street to the historic Crystal Palace located at the Picton Fairgrounds where they will be offered a chance to rest and relax for the evening. The Business Improvement Association members are hosting a welcome for GWTA participants to enjoy as they unwind and prepare themselves for the evening stay and the next leg of the journey. This welcome includes:
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