The Cannon Ball 300 route was created as an introductory bikepacking route that allows riders to gain experience bikepacking without having to choose between weeks away from life's responsibilities and a multi-day adventure.
2022 Version - Gravel and double track added near St. Catharines to remove some busy road riding.
Original Version
PARKING
Day time parking is available at the Dundas Driving Park (Route Start) for free.
Arrangements have been made for weekend parking at the Hamilton Air Force Association. They have requested we collect $20/car for the weekend. Please make an e-transfer payment to cannonball300route@gmail.com
They suggest parking "underneath the jet" to be in view of their security cameras.
Arrangements have been made for weekend parking at the Hamilton Air Force Association. They have requested we collect $20/car for the weekend. Please make an e-transfer payment to cannonball300route@gmail.com
They suggest parking "underneath the jet" to be in view of their security cameras.
CAMPING
On the route there are many provincial parks, conservation areas and private campsites to rest your tired
legs and - if you're lucky - snag a shower. During the summer these parks will fill up quickly so it is suggested to make a reservation months in advance. That being said, it is common that these parks reserve a small number of sites for walk (or ride!) in customers.
Stealth camping is not endorsed.
legs and - if you're lucky - snag a shower. During the summer these parks will fill up quickly so it is suggested to make a reservation months in advance. That being said, it is common that these parks reserve a small number of sites for walk (or ride!) in customers.
Stealth camping is not endorsed.
TRAIL CONDITIONS
The Cannon Ball 300 bikepacking route is a mix of paved roads, rail trail, gravel, and hard packed clay. A gravel style drop bar bike with tires larger than 30mm wide would be the best suited bike for fast, high mileage days. A cross country mountain bike or touring style bicycle would offer comfort for riders looking to sacrifice time for luxuries like cargo space and higher volume tires.
