Hike Schedule
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- 18October 18, 2020
Meadowvale to Churchville
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Islington Subway Stn, MiWay bus 26, Platform D for 9:05 am departure.
Hike Leader(s): Andrew Proczek & Family
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14 kmDescription
Difficulty: EasyThe fifth and final installment of my Credit Valley hikes for this year will pick up 2 km north of Credit Meadows Park at Meadowvale Conservation Area and go north along the Credit River into Brampton and the old village of Churchville where we will walk a loop on pleasant country roads stopping for lunch at Francis Bransby Wood north of Steeles Avenue before returning to Meadowvale Conservation Area. The hike provides exceptional views of the Credit River and its floodplain and is a fitting conclusion to this series.
Meet at:Islington Subway Stn, MiWay bus 26, Platform D for 9:05 am departure.
Going directly by car, follow Mavis Road north of HWY 401, turn left onto Crawford Mill Ave., right onto Gooderham Estate Blvd., and left onto Old Derry Road for 1.2 km. At 1255 Old Derry Road turn into the laneway for Credit Valley Conservation and drive for 260 meters to Parking Lot. Our hike will begin from this parking lot at 10:30. Please arrive 10 minutes early. If you are taking this option please let me know by text or email so I am not looking for you at Islington Stn.
Additional Notes: Dropout available at at Steeles Avenue for transit usersBeginnersFamiliesHiking boots
Schomberg Loop Hike
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Hike Leader(s): David Francis Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 kmDescription
This hike will explore Dufferin Marsh, the historic main street of Schomberg, and the river trail circumnavigating Schomberg.Woodford Escarpment and Crevice Springs Loops
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/woodford-escarpment-and-crevice-springs-loops/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):Parking lot of the Woodford Community Centre on Woodford Crescent, north of Hwy 26 (to the north of km 41.7)
Hike Leader(s): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 5.2 kmDescription
We start from the Woodford Community Hall. We will hike through some crevices, see an old lime kiln and other signs of an old pioneer settlement. Then we cross the highway and hike through a mature cedar forest, across many springs and a crevice known locally as hole-in-the-wall. Map 30. For more information, call or text 647-918-4180.Dundas Valley Main Loop
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Allan Meyer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 KMDescription
We will try and have a brisk walk on the Main Trail Loop to getting the blood flowing.Fonthill Loop
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Harold Black Park, 953 Haist St., Fonthill
Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: EasyDescription
Follow the Steve Bauer trail to beautiful downtown Fonthill. This loop hike offers a mix of trail and urban walking.Night Hike at Kinsmen Park - Oct 18/20 - Meet at 6:15 at Kinsmen Park Beamsville (Frost Rd and Kinsmen Rd) Hike starts at 6:30pm
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/night-hike-at-kinsmen-park-oct-18-20-meet-at-615-at-kinsmen-park-beamsville-frost-rd-and-kinsmen-rd/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Kinsmen Park – Frost Rd and Kinsmen Rd
Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx 5kmDescription
Meet at 6:15pm at Kinsmen Park in Beamsville. We will go down and back up the stairs to get warmed up (optional) and then follow the main trail to Quarry Rd and back and continue over to Mountain Rd and back.
This hike can count towards the hikes needed for the Night Hike badge.
Likited to 15 hikers including the leader.
Please bring a head lamp for nighttime hiking.This hike is subject to protocols for hiking during pandemic. Please familiarize yourself with the guidelines:
https://brucetrail.org/pages/explore-the-trail/hike-schedule#guidelines
- 19October 19, 2020
Iroquoia Club General Hike
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Chedoke Golf Club Parking lot.
Hike Leader(s): Daljeet Juneja Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 to 10 kmDescription
- 20October 20, 2020
Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12kDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Short Hike Pelham Road Short Hills
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7kDescription
Moderate hike on the trails around Short Hills Provincial ParkChuck Grant Side Trail Loop
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Location (Google Maps): Map 25 Meet at the Metcalfe Rock parking lot on 10th Line near km 27.9 Edition 30
Hike Leader(s): Mike Arkless Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: 9 kmDescription
This hike climbs above Metcalfe Rock, passes Pinnacle Rock and crosses Mill Creek over a long bridge built by the Meaford Military Training Base engineers.COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike
- Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/ - If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
- Follow the guidelines for safe & responsible hiking
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Hikers may choose to wear masks
- Hikers may carry and use hand sanitizer, but should not be sharing it with the group
- Hikers who experience COVID-19 symptoms following a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must inform their local public health unit.
Find your local health unit at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Other Guidelines
- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
Transportation
All hikers are responsible for their own transportation to and from the hike.
Currently, there are no car shuttles on hikes – all hikes must be out-and-back or loop hikes. No buses are provided at this time.
Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve
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Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Depart from roadside parking on the south side of Dunby Road. Directions: Hwy 10 north of Orangeville to Mono Centre Road (County Rd 8). East on Cty Rd. 8 to 2nd Line Mono, south on 2nd Line to Dunby Road. East on Dunby Rd. to roadside parking.
Hike Leader(s): Jim Garrow Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 kmDescription
We will take the main Bruce Trail south from Dunby Rd. and hike the Cam Snell, Glen Cross and Isobel East Side Trails, returning north on the main trail to Dunby Road. There are several invigorating hills, valleys and river crossings. No dogs please. There will be a stop for snacks.Terra Cotta Loop
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Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Toronto Section, Map 14. Meet at roadside parking on Heritage Rd, 0.2 km north-west of Km 43.8.
Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage; Inge Eckerich; Bob Slack Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.3 kmDescription
We will hike a loop consisting of the Main Trail and Terra Cotta Side Trail. Bring lunch. - Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
- 21October 21, 2020
Short Hills Provincial Park, Swayze Falls, Roland Road parking lot
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Roland Road parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: ModerateDescription
Leaving from the Roland Road entrance of Short Hills Provincial Park we will do a 90 minute in and out hike through the beautiful park, stopping to view the spectacular Swayze Falls.Old Baldy, Beaver Valley
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Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Carl Wintermeyer (705) 444-6796 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 kmDescription
Trail heads south along Escarpment edge.
Several viewpoints and Old Baldy Lookout.Good Companions/North Park Trails
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Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): North Oakville/Neyagawa Dr.Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 – 9 km.Description
This trail system is a little known area of Oakville. Many of the trails here are originally horseback riding trails. Today they are used by cyclists and hikers. Beginning at the ice arena on the west side of Neyagawa,the trails take you north and then west to the upper banks of the Sixteen Mile Creek. Without tree canopy the views to the river and beyond are wonderful. The trails go south to Lions’ Valley Park (only the brave go down here) and then back east to the start point. Bring a snack and water. You should be self sufficient. To get to the start point take Neyagawa north of Dundas. Turn left at the first traffic light (the arena is on your right) and travel until the road takes a sharp right and continue north to the last parking lot on your right. Hike starts at 10:00 am.
Leaders: Anne/Phill Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.comPlease note that this hike is open to BTC members only and you are required to pre-register online. Once you are registered you will be sent a list of items to bring and protocols to follow.
- 22October 22, 2020
Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12kDescription
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike
Short Hike Jordan
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7kDescription
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. You must register for each hike
Halton Agreement Forest Loop
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Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the North East Corner of the Mohawk Elements Casino parking Area. The Casino is on Guelph Line just North of highway 401.
This hike replaces Marion Fletchers Dundas Hike. The access trail she was going to use has been closed.
Hike Leader(s): Phillip Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8kmDescription
This hike replaces Marion Fletchers Dundas Hike. The access trail she was going to use has been closedBring snacks/lunch water and poles if you use them. The hike is for BTC members only although you can bring a guest. Please pre register online. You will receive a list of items to bring and Covid protocols.
Leader: Phill Armstrong, hikingrandpa@gmail.com
- 23October 23, 2020
Cave Spring Witch Hunt
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Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch. This hike will count towards the Screaming Tunnel Badge
- 24October 24, 2020
E2E #10 of 10 - Dorchester to Queenston
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Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Fireman’s Park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast
Terrain: StrenuousDescription
Hike the entire Niagara Section over 10 weeks. Due to Covid19, we will be completing this as a series of in and out hikes. This series will start in Grimsby and end in Queenston (83km). Upon successfully completing the entire Niagara section you can purchase a Niagara e2e badge.Meet at Lower Parking lot of Fireman’s Park, Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls (just north of the train tracks). Hike to the cairn at Queenston Heights Park and back.
Badges will be available for purchase – $5.
We recommend that you bring extra water, snacks and poles.
Cancelled due to BTC protocols for overnight trips - Frontenac Challenge or Frontenac Trek
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Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Frontenac Provincial Park
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Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: There are 11 loops for the Frontenac Challenge ranging from 1.5km – 21km plus access to trail head. 6 loops are required for the Frontenac Trek.Description
For insurance reasons, you must be a member of one of the Bruce Trail Clubs to participate in this event.If you’re looking for a challenge that includes up to a week in Frontenac Provincial Park, this is it.
You can choose one of two different challenges. Both will be scheduled in a way that allows for one or the other depending on what your goal is. Completion of the requirements allows you to apply for the appropriate badge and certificate. Lots of other badges are available, too.
Accommodation can be reserved at Snug Harbour Resort – Contact Rob 613-374-5412. There are 10 cottages available – our discounted rate is $100 plus tax per night no matter which cottage you choose. http://www.snugharbour.on.ca/dates-and-rates.htm
Participation will be limited to reservations made. Please let Rob know that you are with the Bruce Trail Group.
Frontenac Challenge: hike all 11 loops. Check- in on October 23/ Check-out on October 30. All 11 loops will be scheduled.
Frontenac Trek: hike any six loops (excluding the short Arab Lake Gorge and Doe Lake Loops). Check-in on October 25 at least. You will hike on October 26, 27, 28, 29 and pick 6 loops out of the 7 loops that are scheduled during these days. Check out on October 30.When you register for this event, please let me know which challenge you are doing.
Details are here: https://www.frontenacpark.ca/challenge-rules
Greenwood Conservation Area
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Greenwood CA parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Glynn & Brenda Richardson & Family
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14 kmDescription
Difficulty: IntermediateJoin us on our 14 km hike through Greenwood Conservation Area along both Trans Canada & Greenwood CA trails.
This will be part of The Great Trail(Trans-Canada Trail) Challenge. Bring a camera; take pix and post to social media with #GreatCanadianHike tag
Depart 8:30 am, South end of Greenwood Rd, Ajax. GPS: 43.898530, -79.058767.
Meet at:Greenwood CA parking lot
Exit Hwy 401 in Ajax at Regional Rd 31 / Westney Rd. Go north on Westney Rd. West on Greenwood Rd. South on Greenwood Rd (at junction). At south end of Greenwood Rd enter parking lot on west side. GPS: 43.898530, -79.058767
Additional Notes: No dropoutHiking bootsNo dogs
Greenwood Conservation Area
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Greenwood CA parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Glynn & Brenda Richardson & Family
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14 kmDescription
Difficulty: IntermediateJoin us on our 14 km hike through Greenwood Conservation Area along both Trans Canada & Greenwood CA trails.
This will be part of The Great Trail(Trans-Canada Trail) Challenge. Bring a camera; take pix and post to social media with #GreatCanadianHike tag
Depart 8:30 am, South end of Greenwood Rd, Ajax. GPS: 43.898530, -79.058767.
Meet at:Greenwood CA parking lot
Exit Hwy 401 in Ajax at Regional Rd 31 / Westney Rd. Go north on Westney Rd. West on Greenwood Rd. South on Greenwood Rd (at junction). At south end of Greenwood Rd enter parking lot on west side. GPS: 43.898530, -79.058767
Additional Notes: No dropoutHiking bootsNo dogs
Niagara E2E 2/8 Queenston
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Map 2,Km 21.9. GPS N 43.1369986 – W-79.2167563.
Hike Leader(s): Fayyaz Mahmood
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 20 kmDescription
Difficulty: IntermediateWe will hike IN to 11.0KM, Map 2 (Woodend Conservation Area) and walk OUT to return to the cars.
Meet at:Map 2,Km 21.9. GPS N 43.1369986 – W-79.2167563.
QEW to St Catharines turn right onto 406 to Glendale Ave turn left go about 300 metres. Turn left into parking lot on north side of Glendale Ave where Merritt trail crosses. This is an IN-OUT hike without carpooling. COVID restrictions apply.
Map # 2/3
Additional Notes: End to End #2 of 8No dropoutHiking bootsNo dogs
Silent Valley - Sydenham Section
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Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Bob Moenck 705-481-1269 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5-6 kmDescription
Silent Valley Side Trail past Avalaunch Side Trail,
turning onto Wilson Homestead Side Trail
passing site of air crash, proceeding to Bruce Trail and
rejoin Silent Valley Side Trail at km37.2 and return to cars.
Bring Snack & WaterSeries of Loops in Mono Cliffs
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Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood.
Hike Leader(s): Rosemary Petrie, 705-293-4444 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10 kmDescription
Mono Cliffs Series of Loops Hike: we will drive to Mono Cliffs village, park in the lot near the Rec. Centre. We will follow various trails within the park creating a series of loops before we finish back at our cars. We will be on white blazed and blue blazed trails. Varied terrain, some great views, hilly sections, footing is mainly good but rough in places. Poles may be helpful.
Bring plenty of water and a snackLunch Option:
Patio or takeout at the Rosemont General store. Must reserve with Hike Leader by Oct. 18 latest.(email or or phone)Rotary Park loop
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
Hike along the trails around 12 mile creek
Ravines, Bricks maybe turtles
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Davisville Subway, street level.
Hike Leader(s): Wayne Crockett
Pace: Moderate
Terrain:Description
Difficulty: EasyJoin me for a circular walk from Davisville Subway station that will take us through two ravines running into the Don River, Mount Pleasant Cemetery and the wetlands and trails of the Brickworks. We’ll begin and finish at Davisville.
Meet at:Davisville Subway, street level.
Additional Notes: Dropout available at At halfway pointBeginnersFamiliesHiking boots
Smokey Hollow Loop
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): City View Park 2500 Kerns Rd. BurlingtonPace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 9 – 11 km.Description
There will be a 9 km. and an 11 km. version of this hike. The 11 km. version involves a long climb up Grindstone Creek to Smokey Hollow before heading back to Kerns Rd. Bring water and a snack or lunch. This hike is open to BTC members only and you must pre-register. Once you have registered you will receive a list of items to bring and Covid protocols.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.comMississauga W/Front Trail West
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Hosting Club: Toronto
Location: Clarkson GO Station
Hike Leader(s): Thomas Swales, George Lennon
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 kmDescription
Difficulty: EasyJoin us for the second of two hikes covering Mississauga’s Waterfront Trail. We will hike from Clarkson through the Rattray Marsh and a series of parks along Mississauga’s Waterfront into Port Credit. The route should be very scenic this time of year.
Meet at:Clarkson GO Station
Meet outside station building Clarkson GO Station(North Side). To arrive in time by taking GO Train take the 9:45 train from Union Station towards Aldershot which arrives Clarkson at 10:18. We will wait if that train is running late.
Additional Notes: Dropout available at
Dodd's Hill loop
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Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): At the east end of Concession 24 where it dead ends (km 146.1)
Hike Leader(s): Carol Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footingDescription
Main trail and sidetrail loop with lookouts and “Porcupine” crevice. Map 34. Approximately 1.5 to 2 hrs. Carol’s cell 226-787-8804.