Doube’s Bridge Update, September 18, 2024. An engineering firm has been secured to assess the fire damage to the bridge to determine the extent of the structural damage and repair requirements. The representatives were at the site this week and we are expecting a detailed assessment in the coming days. We extend a big thank you to all who have come forward with donations for the repair to this historic landmark and for your words of support. It is greatly appreciated. We will provide additional information as it becomes known.
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Doube’s Trestle Bridge Closure
For Immediate Release
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail Association – Media Release
September 5, 2024
Subject: Doube’s Trestle Bridge Closure
KAWARTHA LAKES, ON – As a result of a fire on Wednesday September 4, 2024 the Doube’s Trestle Bridge on the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail has been closed and is impassable. The bridge will remain closed to public use for the foreseeable future.
Barricades and signage are in place. The public are asked to respect the closure and avoid the area. The trail is closed from Orange Corners to Emily Park Road.
Doube’s Bridge is a historical landmark and was constructed in 1884. Additional updates on the status of the bridge will be shared in due course by the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail Association.
Kawartha Trans Canada Trail Association is a volunteer run, not-for-profit organization that operates on grant funding and donations.
To donate to the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail for repair efforts of the Doube’s Trestle Bridge please donate here.
Visit Lilac Alley!
The lilacs are in full bloom! Come ride or hike our lilac alley, west of Reaboro Park. With convenient parking at Reaboro Park, this is well suited for trail users of all abilites.
Lindsay Recreation Complex Parking
Important Parking Information
It has come to our attention that trail users have been parking in the Lindsay Recreation Complex parking lot and receiving parking tickets.
There are several paid lots managed by Fleming College around the Frost campus, however the Lindsay Recreation Complex parking lot is managed by the City of Kawartha Lakes and is only free for Recreation Complex use. Paid parking in Fleming College lots is available to trail users for parking in this area.
All of the above mentioned lots are heavily monitored by parking enforcement. Failure to abide by parking regulations may result in a parking ticket.
Omemee Trail Ribbon Cutting
Just in time for summer, the upgrade and paving of 1.6 km of the Omemee section, from Sibley Avenue to Emily Street of the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail is now complete and accessible for all public non-motorized use.
You are invited to a special Ribbon Cutting Celebration to officially inaugurate this section on the trail.
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FRIDAY JULY 28 AT 1:30 PM
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At the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail access point, going west at Sturgeon Road North (Directions: 44.30139, -78.5611)
Join local officials, dignitaries and knowledge keeper of Curve Lake First Nation for a celebration and ribbon cutting, showcasing the recent trail enhancement.
*In the case of rain, the celebration will take place at Coronation Hall, 1 King Street West, Omemee. For event information, call 705-879-2719
Introducing the KTCT Trail App!
Featuring our fun Trail Passport, the Kawartha Trans Canada Trail App has all the trail information you need in the palm of your hand. Whether you’re looking to explore locations on or near the trail, find a place to eat or stay the night, or just a place to park close to the trail, our free trail app has just what you need.
With our Trail Passport, you can have fun along the trail by collecting stamps within the app! Just scan the QR code at any participating business during your visit to unlock the stamp for that location. Can you unlock them all?
This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
Completion of Paved Trail in Omemee
We’re pleased to announce the completion of 1.6 km of paved trail through Omemee! This paved section makes our trail even more accessible to a wide range of users to enjoy all the benefits of physical activity outdoors!
Funding for this section of trail was provided by Trans Canada Trail National and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Communities Active Transportation Fund.
Dobson Street Closure
TEMPORARY CLOSURE – May 2023 – May 2025
Dobson Street in Lindsay will be temporarily closed to trail users from May 2023 to May 2025. During the closure trail users will be required to reroute using Holtom Street and Brock Street (see map below).
Doube’s Trestle Bridge – Bridge Closure
TEMPORARY CLOSURE – May 15-18th
Doube’s Trestle Bridge will be temporarily closed May 15-18th, 2023. Trail users will be required to reroute around the bridge using Emily Park Road and Cottingham Road (see map below).
Ontario By Bike
On July 23rd and 24th, a group of 35 riders with Ontario By Bike set off from Uxbridge and travelled along the trail to Peterborough, with an overnight stay in Lindsay. Ontario By Bike organizes group rides across the province for every level of rider. For more information, visit their website.
