Hike Schedule

Cancelled - Annual Niagara End to End

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot “Zone 2, Lot T” at Brock University, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way St Catharines On L2S3A1. (Map #3). The bus will take you to Balls Falls.
Registration Required http://bit.ly/Niagarae2e20

Distance: 26.4 km

Description

Hike the entire Niagara Section (80 km) of the Bruce Trail in 3 days.

Niagara End 2 End Hike Coordinator email: debbie.niagarae2e@gmail.com

cell: 905-401-8900

Checkpoints: Rockway Community Centre, Short Hills @ Wiley Road parking lot, parking Lot Brock University.

Cancelled - Sydenham Series # 2 of 10 Hikes - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): 143.7 Kembel Rock Road just north of Concession 21 at Nels Maher and Edmondstone side trails Maps 34 and 35
Hike Leader(s): Patricia Foley, Tristan Goguen, Tony Riggs and Jackie Foster Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 20.9

Description

This is the  second of our Sydenham Series in 10 hikes.  Registration is required.  The terrain is variable please prepare for  muddy and slippery conditions depending on the weather.  Sturdy boots and hiking poles are recommended.  Please bring adequate water, snacks, lunch and appropriate clothing for the weather. These are all car pool hikes.  Hike today is south bound from the Bruce Caves.

Cancelled - 2 Day Hike- Beaver Valley (Beaverdale Forest Area/Side Rd. 16C to Griersville/Euphrasia-St. Vincent Townline) DAY 2

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Park and meet at parking area on Euphrasia_St Vincent Townline just west of Hwy 7 (Coord 107.2, Map 28, Edt.26). From there we will shuttle to the start of the hike at Sideroad 16C (Coord 87.7, map 27, Edt. 26).

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing

Description

This 20 km hike (Day 2) will take us mostly through dense hardwood growth, cedar bush and open fields. Please bring lots of water, snacks and a lunch. Bug spray may be necessary. NOTE: Driver will be required to drive back to starting point to recover shuttle car(s). Thank you!

PRE-REGISTRATION FOR THIS HIKE IS MANDATORY

Please contact Karen Capindale-Smith (Hike Leader) at kjcapindale@gmail.com or (905)332-7254 with question and to register . Hike morning please use cell (905)749-0914

Cancelled - Gentle Hike/ Spring at Scottsdale Farm

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm Trafalgar Rd.

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 8 km.

Description

Scotsdale Farm in Spring is lovely with lots of wildflowers to see. Located just north of Georgetown on the east side of Trafalgar Rd. it is an Ontario Heritage property donated by the Bennett family who farmed the property for many years. Be careful it is easy to miss.The parking lot is right beside the farmhouse and other farm buildings. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen and insect repellent.Suitable for determined beginners.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

Cancelled - Kemble Rock Reserve

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): GXT
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 footing, There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution.
Distance: Approx 3 hrs

Description

We will explore the wetland area and escarpment lookout in accordance with conditions . Poles recommended. Pack a lunch if you wish.  Map 34.

Cancelled - Annual Niagara End to End

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park, South Terminus Cairn, 14184 Niagara Pkwy Niagara On The Lake (Map #1, 0.0 km). The bus will take you to Brock University.
Registration Required http://bit.ly/Niagarae2e20

Distance: 28.6 km

Description

Hike the entire Niagara Section (80 km) of the Bruce Trail in 3 days.

Niagara End 2 End Hike Coordinator email: debbie.niagarae2e@gmail.com

cell: 905-401-8900

Checkpoints: Merritt Street/Ball Ave., Mewburn Road, Queenston Heights Park.

Cancelled - Beaver Valley Hike & Bike

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Hike & Bike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Sideroad 25 and 3rd Line D (km 99.1 on Map 28)
Hike Leader(s): Dave Sykes Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 15.2 km

Description

We will bike to Blantyre, then hike back to our cars. For more information, contact Dave at dgsykes28@gmail.com or call 860-933-4144.

Cancelled - Sydenham Series # 3 of 10 Hikes - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Km 172.5 Wiarton Willy’s Statue at the beach park in Wiarton, Map 35
Hike Leader(s): Patricia Foley, Tristan Goguen, Tony Riggs and Jackie Foster Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 7.9 Km

Description

This is the  third of our Sydenham Series in 10 hikes.  Registration is required.  The terrain is variable please prepare for  muddy and slippery conditions depending on the weather.  Sturdy boots and hiking poles are recommended.  Please bring adequate water, snacks, lunch and appropriate clothing for the weather. These are all car pool hikes.  Hike today is north bound from the Bruce Caves back to Wiarton.

Cancelled - Splitrock Narrows & Mono Cliffs, Map 19

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Splitrock Narrows parking lot. From Hurontario St. between Orangeville and Primrose, go east on 25th Sideroad to 2nd Line EHS. Turn north and go approximately 1 km to the parking lot on the right.
Hike Leader(s): Barbara Euler (cell phone on day of hike only 416-578-1744) Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14 km loop hike

Description

We’ll explore the two side trails in the Splitrock Narrows property and several in Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. There should still be lots of spring wildflowers. If you would like a shorter hike (9.5 km), meet us at the junction of 25th Sideroad and 2nd Line EHS at app 10:15.

Cancelled - Rock Hill Loops

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Rock Hill parking lot on 1st Line Mulmur, just south of 10 Sideroad (Km 29.4).
Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Bob Slack Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 5.4 or 3.6 km

Description

We will hike a loop including Main Trail and Rock Hill Park Side Trail, then a loop including Main Trail and Moss Haven Side Trail.  Shorter hike returns to parking lot from top of the Moss Haven Side Trail.

Cancelled - Malcolmson Eco Park

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Malcolmson Park at end of Niagara St & Lakeshore Rd, St.Cath.
Hike Leader(s): Gary & Donna Sands Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km

Description

Hike the waterfront trail in Malcolmson Eco Park Flat trails making it easy for walking. Hike may run along the canal or venture through the wooded area. Very peaceful and serene.

Cancelled due to Covid-19 - Hike the Griersville area in Beaver valley

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

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: 6 km

Description

We will carpool to the Greirsville area of the Bruce trail at
km 106.5 on the 7th line in the Beaver valley section.
We will then hike east along the top of the escarpment
through forested areas until we descend to county road 40
and cross to a flat area which is mostly wooded, then open
fields with streams and a lot of bird life, until we reach km 100.7
where the hike will end. Bring water and a snack.

Cancelled - Dundas Valley Trails

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Hikers R Us
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley entering at Martin Road, Ancaster

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: 15 km

Description

Meet at the last parking lot on Martin Road, Ancaster, by the ball diamonds behind Ancaster Community Centre. We will hike the Headwaters and Main Loop trails in the Dundas Valley, and perhaps a few side trails. Please bring 1 – 2 litres of water, sunscreen,bug spray, snack/lunch, wear hiking boots. No dogs please. Refreshment stop afterwards. Please contact Charlotte if you plan to hike  stewchar01@gmail.com. Cell/text morning of hike 905 906-0519.

Cancelled - Tall Timbers, Scarlett and Moule Easement Nature Walk

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Nature Walks
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot on north side of 5 Sideroad Mono – km. 44.3. Directions: Airport Road north of Mono Mills to 5 Sideroad Mono. Turn east on 5 Sideroad for about 500 metres to parking lot on left (north side of road).
Hike Leader(s): Gary Hall Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5 km

Description

Enjoy a nature walk on three BTC managed properties: Tall Timbers, Scarlett and the Moule Easement. Bring your binoculars, cameras and nature guides and help identify flora and fauna on these three wooded BTC properties.

Cancelled - Thursday Group - Mt. Nemo (Walkers Line) to Kilbride

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Park and meet at the back of Kilbride Public School (by tennis courts). from there we will shuttle to the bottom of the Mt. Nemo escarpment (Walkers Rd. and no. 2 Side Rd. parking lot) Note: conservation pass or fee is required for shuttle cars.

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: +/- 12km

Description

For this 12km hike we will follow the main BT up the escarpment into Mt Nemo CA and along rural roads. From there we will descend into the woods of the Bronte Creek/Cedar Springs valley and finish with a strenuous stretch out of the valley and into the village of Kilbride. Note: Once finished, a driver will be needed to retrieve the shuttle car(s). Thanks You!

Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch.

Please contact Karen Capindale-Smith (Hike Leader) at kjcapindale@gmail.com or (905)332-7254 with questions or to register. Morning of hike please use cell (905)749-0914.

Cancelled - Dawson Road and Ross McLean Side Trails

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet in the parking lot at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.
1020 10th St. W., Owen Sound
Hike Leader(s): Carol Harris Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 7.6 km

Description

This 7.6 km hike begins at the west end of Dawson Road, north of Owen Sound, and will follow northwards along the main trail, go around the Ross McLean Side Trail and return. There will be a steep climb at the start as the route ascends the Dawson Road Side Trail. Approx. 2 to 3 hours. Bring snacks and water. Map 34. For more information, call/text 519-374-5910.

Cancelled - Falling Water Event - Reistration required as per instuctions in the description below.

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps):

Description

Falling Water Trail End-to-End

Saturday, May 23, 2020

Event Registration Details

The Falling Water event moves to spring!

Come and test your mettle! This is a 31.1 km loop hike that traverses the beautiful, rugged upper Beaver Valley. Its a challenging hike during which you’ll experience all that spring has to offer, including cascading creeks and waterfalls. Be prepared for high water, mud and bugs!

The registration fee of $20.00 can be paid by either cheque or Interac e-Transfer. Your registration will be acknowledged by email.

Cheques:
Make cheques payable to the Beaver Valley Bruce Trail Club. Mail submissions to BVBTC, P.O. Box 3251 Meaford, ON N4L 1A5. Include your name, email address and phone number.

Interac e-Transfers:
Send electronic payments to payments@beavervalleybrucetrail.org. Include in the message section of the e-transfer “Registration for Falling Water event”.

If you have any questions contact Glenda Collings g60collings@gmail.com.

CANCELLED - BLUE MOUNTAINS BRUCE TRAIL CLUB ANNUAL END TO END

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains

Location (Google Maps):
Hike Leader(s): Mary-lynne Chenard (905) 713-4066 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing

Description

Considering the current pandemic situation and requirements to maintain physical distance,
the Blue Mountains Bruce Trail Club End to End
scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th 2020 has been cancelled.

Cancelled - Swayze Falls Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Roland Road Short Hills Access. Map 3

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

From the parking lot follow the trail and join the main trail to Swayze Falls. Continue along the trail through grasslands bird boxes and join the Swayze Falls side trail back to Roland Road

Cancelled - Dump to Dump

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry Parking Lot St Davids Road 43°07’08.1″N 79°14’21.4″W Map 3 Carpool to the upper parking lot of Fireman’s Park, Niagara Falls.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 17 km

Description

See how a dump can be turned into a naturalization space to be enjoyed by hikers, walkers, families and bird watchers. Hike on the Bruce Trail between these two former dump sites. Get great area overviews from the top of the dump.

Cancelled - Sideroad 22 to Centennial Tower

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.
Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 17.6 km

Description

Hike from km 72.5 (Sideroad 22) to 90.1 (Centennial Tower). Bring lunch, water and snacks. About 9 km of the hike will be on roads. For more information email w.snel2@gmail.com or call landline (519) 470-0584.

Cancelled - The Dingle

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Caledon Hills Section, Map 17. Meet at roadside parking on Innis Lake Road at Finnerty Sideroad (Km 31.6).
Hike Leader(s): Margery Cruise, Karen Franchitti Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7-10 km

Description

We will hike The Dingle and Oak Ridges Moraine Trail. Weather permitting we will go to Trout Ponds,.