GPS files for new adventure bike routes across New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Nova Scotia are now available for free download as of March 1. These beta-stage routes are part of the Adventure Routes Canada (ARC) project, designed to connect adventure biking paths nationwide. The files, in KML or GPX formats, can be accessed via the Maritime ADV Riders Association Facebook page.
The release of these routes aims to encourage exploration in Canada's Maritime provinces, which include terrain suitable for adventure motorcycles. In Prince Edward Island, often called the Garden of the Gulf, the routes highlight lesser-known dirt roads near popular sites like Cavendish Beach and the Anne of Green Gables House. Despite the province's small size, the paths offer value for riders on knobby tires, according to scouting experiences shared by contributors.
New Brunswick features logging roads and backcountry lanes similar to those in Maine, but accessible for riding, unlike privately controlled areas there. Many motorcyclists bypass the province by taking a ferry directly from Maine to southern Nova Scotia, yet these new maps may draw more attention to its dirt roads. Contributors note that southern routes in New Brunswick provide enjoyable rides on various bikes.
For Nova Scotia, the routes emphasize accessibility for larger adventure bikes, including paths through Cape Breton. Riders seeking more challenging terrain can branch off on smaller dual-sport motorcycles. A photo from the Cape Breton Highlands illustrates the big bike-friendly nature of some segments.
These files represent beta versions from the ARC project, organized by the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council. The initiative draws inspiration from projects like the Backcountry Discovery Routes and the Trans American Trail, with plans for trans-Canada connections. Additionally, regional group rides are scheduled for 2026 to support safer wilderness exploration. More details on ARC progress are available on the project's website.