Roads Worth Riding
Story & Photos By Colin Field
It isn ’ t the crystal-clear , turquoise waters , the ocean-like views of Lake Superior or the beauty of the boreal forests . It isn ’ t even the wildlife or the mind-blowing scenery around every corner . It ’ s something much more seductive than that ; it ’ s that strip of curvaceous asphalt that stretches for mile after mile through this incredible landscape . That ’ s what motorcyclists are flocking to Algoma Country for . road is an absolute treat . From the 200 metre cliffs that plunge into Superior at Old Woman Bay to the 3 km long beach at Agawa Bay , the highway travels for 83 km through this incredible park . And while the amenities are few and far ( but not too far ) between , the quality of them makes up for the quantity . Small , family-run places are windows into local culture ; a friendly culture that remains seemingly unaffected by the digital age .
Let ’ s face it ; as riders we ’ re experts on roads . We know the ones worth riding and the ones to avoid . We want smooth tarmac to travel on , endless curves to lean into and terrain that inspires us to move . The roads up here tick all those boxes . Undulating through the Canadian Shield , you slice through rock cuts , ascend and descend the ancient mountains and revel in the beauty of Ontario ’ s true north .
As you pass through Lake Superior Provincial Park on the highway , you skirt the shoreline of the world ’ s largest lake . Superior , which means higher in rank , status or quality , is the perfect descriptor . Deeper and bigger than all the other Great Lakes , it ’ s arguably the most beautiful too . Which means travelling on a shoreline-hugging
With Ride Lake Superior ’ s help , you can quickly navigate the best roads in the county . Numerous loops and itineraries are available and the Grand Algoma Loop has repeatedly been named the top weekend motorcycle tour in Ontario .
If you ’ re looking for your next two-wheeled destination , try riding Lake Superior . It ’ s an epic motorcycle journey you ’ ll never forget .
Colin Field is a freelance writer , editor and photographer specializing in outdoor travel and adventure . He ’ s a second generation motorcyclist and still can ’ t forgive his father for selling his Vincent Black Shadow back in 1971 . For more of Colin ’ s work check out www . colinfield . com
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