This Ontario Trail Leads To A Historic Bridge Crossing A River & Has Stunning Fall Views

Watch boats float on a backdrop of autumn trees.

Boardwalk bridge leading to fall colours. Right: Girl on a walking bridge in autumn.

Boardwalk bridge leading to fall colours. Right: Girl on a walking bridge in autumn.

Staff Writer

The fall colours are poppin' and this beautiful hike in Ontario will take your outdoor adventure to new heights.

There is no intense workout required because the Tiger Dunlop Heritage Trail in Goderich is an easy trail that leads to a picturesque railway bridge. From the Menesetung Bridge, you can look out at the changing leaves and a surrounding lake and river.

The scenic trail starts near the harbour and it's a close walk to the wooden bridge. As you stroll over the Maitland River you will see countless trees surrounding you that seem to glow with the colours of autumn.

From this bridge lookout, you will also spot Lake Huron in the distance and can admire the boats floating in the harbour. The trail is just over three kilometres long but attaches to the G2G Rail Trail if you're looking for a longer adventure.

The bridge is 700 feet long and was the longest-spanning bridge in Ontario when it was built. It dates back to 1906 and was completed as a railway bridge. It has been a walking bridge, attached to the hiking trail, since 1992.

Tiger Dunlop Heritage Trail

Price: Free

Address: Goderich to Auburn Rail Trail, Goderich, ON

Why You Need To Go: You can enjoy an easy hiking trail that leads to a stunning bridge surrounded by colourful fall views.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Ottawa Staff Writer Megan Johnson was an Ottawa Staff Writer for Narcity Canada. Prior to joining the Narcity team she founded Ottawa River Lifestyle, a blog to promote the Capital Region and small towns along the Ottawa River. In addition to writing about Canadian businesses, local events and outdoor adventures, Megan has created content for Canadian brands and tourism boards. She has her B.Sc. in Honours Biochemistry and has always enjoyed various forms of writing and travel.

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