Upper Canada Village Waterfront Trail & Long Sault Parkway

The most scenic place to run on the Ontario side of the Thousand Islands is the nearly 20 km of multi-use trails between Upper Canada Village and Long Sault. There are two sections: the Waterfront Trail, which runs from Upper Canada Village to Ingleside (9.4 km), and the wide shoulder along the Long Sault Parkway, which crosses 11 islands along the St. Lawrence River (10.3 km).

Waterfront Trail. This mainly paved multi-use trail starts at the east end of the Upper Canada Village Parking lot and runs for 9.4 km to where it intersects with the Ingleside entrance of the Long Sault Parkway. It’s a lovely combination of woods, grasslands, marshes, and some water views and crossings. Watch out for cyclists — it’s a popular trail!

• Add-Ons: There are some nice roads and fields around the Upper Canada Village parking lot that are good for running. You can also head west on the road toward Crysler Park Marina.

Long Sault Parkway. This is a famous parkway that runs for 10.3 km between Ingleside and Long Sault. Only cars are permitted. The parkway crosses 11 islands, and there are some lovely views of the water along the trail and from the numerous crossings and small bridges. The parkway features a wide shoulder, so it’s both safe and popular with runners, walkers, and cyclists. The east entrance to the parkway is in Ingleside, and the west entrance is in Long Sault, with parking access in both areas.

• Add-Ons: Additional quiet roads for running off the east end of the Parkway on Macdonell Island and Mille Roches Island/Moulinette Island.