Lower Lea Valley Cycle Routes

Easy, flat riverside rides through East London, linking Canary Wharf to East Ham via the Lower Lea and Bow Creek. Expect a mellow mix of dedicated cycleways, towpaths, and quiet back streets, with a couple of short gravel bits and the odd busy crossing near major junctions.

Highlights along the way: big Docklands skyline views, the East India Dock Basin, Trinity Buoy Wharf, Bow Creek Ecology Park, and the Royal Docks. It’s mostly paved and feels straightforward to follow—great for everyday bikes and relaxed spins. You can also branch off toward the Greenway or up the Lea towpath if you want extra miles or a detour towards the Olympic Park.

Tips: shared paths get busy on sunny weekends, so keep it steady around walkers. Wind can whip across the docks, so layer up. Good café stops pop up around Canary Wharf, Leamouth, and the docks.

In short: a laid‑back, scenic link across East London’s waterways, with plenty of car‑lite riding and just a few short on‑road sections. Perfect for an after‑work cruise or an easy weekend explore.