![]() ![]() Larose Forest – This is the newest BMA riding area, and has come about as a result of a prolonged effort by a small number of BMA members working persistently and diligently with County representatives to gain access to this County owned forest.You must be an OFTR member to ride here. Both parking areas have primitive facilities. Both areas have good parking, but we ask riders to park at the south parking lot (pit) for safety and privacy reasons. There are no trails between areas, you must choose one or the other to ride in, as there is swamp between them, and connected by a gravel road only – see our caution below in using the road. The riding areas are broken into two areas 1.5 km apart. Limerick Forest has about 40km of single track and 40km of two track trail, used by multiple types of users: off-road motorcyclists, ATVs, cyclists, hikers, hunters (best to avoid during deer season), horseback riders and others. It is also great skills building/practice area in a forest plantation, very close to Ottawa. It is one to the best riding areas for family, new, beginning, and “just remembering how to ride” riders. This forest is a great area for all levels of rider, sand base, 70% pine plantation, with little elevation change. The Bytown Motorcycle Association and the OFTR are partners of Limerick Forest. Limerick Forest – This is a 5782-hectare community forest located in eastern Ontario, owned by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, and is managed by the Forest Manager. The hosting club is the Haliburton Trail Riders. Loam soil and valleys make this a tremendous place to ride for those wanting a challenge. Somerville Forest is located off of Monck Road just west of Kinmount. Access to the VRT is only from Kinmount to Burnt River. Somerville Forest & Victoria Rail Trail – You must have an OFTR membership to ride in this area near Kinmount, Ontario. This area hosts the Algonquin 2 Day Trail Ride. A favourite riding area for those looking for a challenge. Trails range from tight single track to open double track. Riding is permitted on the trail system centering from Madawska, Ontario unless marked otherwise. Madawaska Area – The riding areas in this part of the province are Crown Lands. This area hosts the Corduroy Enduro & Trail Ride and the Soggy Boot Trail Ride. Riding is permitted on the trail system centering from Gooderham, Ontario unless marked otherwise. Haliburton and Highlands East – The riding areas in this part of the province are Crown Lands. Ride legal and encourage those you ride with to do the same.Trails are patrolled by the police and by-law enforcement officers – if you are doing something illegal, you will be charged.If you ride without a trail pass you are trespassing.We all need to ride appropriately and respect neighbours and other users to ensure continued access to our amazing trail network across the province for today and future generations. OFTR and Member Clubs have land access agreements with municipalities and private landowners. Why does the OFTR need a code of conduct? Keep your motorcycle quiet with a maximum of 94 decibels.Ride sober with no use of drugs or alcohol before or during your ride.Some trails are seasonal, be sure to check trail conditions. Use trails according to permitted uses.Pack in and pack out to leave the place better than your found it.Practice All the Gear all the Time: Always wear a helmet and other safety gear.Comply with all legislation, by-laws and insurance requirements.When you see a horse: stop, turn off your engine, remove your helmet and wait for instructions. ![]() Respect the work of volunteers who develop and maintain your trails including the volunteers of other user groups.Expect and respect other users, they have a right to use the trails.Ride on existing trails only and do not trespass on private property.Respect, and expect, other trail users including horseback riders, hikers and mountain bike riders.Ride in control and observe the speed limit of the area.Know where you are riding, stay on designated trails only.Riding Etiquette & Expectations What you need to ride ![]()
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