Hike Schedule
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All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
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Categories
Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood 9am
Hike Leader(s): Allison Thomas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10k
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Wear RED & WHITE
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Centre.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16.8 kms
Description
This Saturday we will be hiking from Rockway Community Centre to Short Hills (bottom of Wiley Rd) and back for 16.8km. Bring your own water, snacks, bug spray and poles. Keep social distance. If we have more than 10, we will split into smaller groups, 15 minutes apart.
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): On the shoulder of Dawson Road (Keppel-Sarawak Townline) where the road ends (east of km 132.5)
Hike Leader(s): Peter 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
The hike begins with a steep climb up the escarpment. After that it is a relatively flat hike except for one other downhill and uphill. This is an enjoyable walk through hardwood and mixed forests. The hike includes the Ross McLean Side Trail. We will return along the same route. There will not be a lunch stop. Bring water and snacks. For more information text/phone 519-374-3468. Map 34
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): Annette Patrick Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7km
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for further information.
Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bruce Trail Rock Hill parking lot on 1st Line EHS, Mulmur, just south of Regional Road 17/10 Sideroad (km 29.4, map 20).
Hike Leader(s): Frieda Baldwin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Strenuous
Distance: 10 km
Description
We will hike the main Bruce Trail as well as some of the side trails in the Mulmur Hills and Boyne Valley. Drop out at 8.5 km possible. Please pre-register with the Hike Leader.
Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Dufferin Hi-Land Section Map 20. Meet at Centre Road parking, south of 5 Sideroad (km 18.7).
Hike Leader(s): Brenda Carling Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6.3 km
Description
We will hike the Main Trail and Boyne Valley Side Trail.
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm
Hike Leader(s): Ralph Shapiro Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 km
Description
Loop hike using the Bennett and Maureen Smith Side Trails and the main trail.
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Shade’s Mills Conservation Area parking lot nearest to gatehouse. Entrance fee per person $7.50, seniors $6. When gate unattended: $15/vehicle. Free admission with annual membership card.
Directions: Simple access; from Hwy 401 exit 286, take Townline Rd. (Rd. 33) south 4.1 km to its end. Turn right on Avenue Road 1.9 km, to Conservation Area on left. Inside the gate, take first right turn into parking lot.
Hike Leader(s): Bill McDonald Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 12 km loop
Description
A pleasant walk in varied woods on the park’s trails, soft underfoot. Ideal to get you moving again after a long pandemic break. Lunch/snack by the beach, to allow plenty of distancing. Some dropout possibilities, consult leader beforehand. No dogs please.
COVID-19: Please follow the rules given by Public Health and BTC for distancing etc. The GRCA has been cautious in its opening up, and visitors generally respect the rules.
See https://www.grandriver.ca/en/who-we-are/covid-19.aspx for updates on GRCA parks, including Shade’s Mills.
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): Ann DeBrouwer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10.8 km
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: An evening walk.
Location (Google Maps):
Meet in the municipal parking lot by the river on the west side of 1st Ave. E between 7th St. E and 8th St. E in Owen Sound.
Hike Leader(s): Harriet Nixon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Description
We will spend 2 hours exploring the city. For more information, call 519-371-4064 or email harrietnixon@bmts.com.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Meet Rockway Community Centre parking lot. 2021 Pelham Rd, St Catharines
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 20km
Description
Take the side trail out of the parking lot. Meet up with the main trail (going left) towards Grimsby. Hike to Sixth Ave, Ball’s Falls and back again.
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): Mary-Lynne Chenard (905) 713-4066 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9km
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Holland-Sydenham Townline just west of Grey Rd. 29
Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3.43 km
Description
We will hike most of the Walters Falls loop counter-clockwise. Map 29. For more information email w.snel2@gmail.com or call landline (519) 470-0584.
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Road Parking Area.
Hike Leader(s): Ralph Shapiro Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km
Description
Using the main trail, Cam Snell and Tom East Side Trails we will hike through the beautiful and challenging Hockley Valley.
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): Franziska Edney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3 km
Description
This is a 1.5 hr loop starting in Woodford. We will hike through some crevices, see an old lime kiln and other signs of an old pioneer settlement. Map 30. For more information call 519 371 4321.
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): Terry Kimmerly 705) 351-2494
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 km
Description
This Pretty River hike is not the usual trail. Parking at snowmobile parking then we enter across the road doing some bush whacking up a steep ascent. Once on top we hike a lovely trail across top of escarpment, investigating remnants of an old homestead and viewing some lakes along the way with lovely switchback descent.
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road and Return
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park. 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9k
Description
Hike through to Balls Falls and on to 5th Avenue
Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the water tower on Hume Street in the Curling Club parking lot.
Hike Leader(s): Dick Edwards Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 20km
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, 3030 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
From Jordan follow the trail to the Jim Rainforth D
Side Trail until it rejoins the main trail
Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the water tower on Hume St. in the Collingwood Curling Club parking lot.
Hike Leader(s): Dick Edwards (705) 445-5849 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 20km
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Rd, Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 19.6km
Description
Hike from Quarry Rd to Sixth Ave, Ball’s Falls and back to Quarry Rd.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Rd, Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 19.6km
Description
Hike from Quarry Rd, Beamsville to Sixth Ave, Ball’s Falls and back to Quarry Rd.
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): Mary-Lynne Chenard (905) 713-4066 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11.6 km
Description
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): Dave Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Hike along the trails around 12 mile creek
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Irish Block Rd about 500 m north of Hwy. 26
Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 3.6
Description
We will hike in from km 65, hike the side trail and back out. Map 31. For more information email w.snel2@gmail .com or call landline (519) 470-0584.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Decew House, Decew Road Thorold
Hike Leader(s): Karen Limardi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5.3k
Description
This hike follows the main trail along Moody lake to the Morningstar Mill side trail, past the DeCew Falls to Morningstar Mill.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park Pelham Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Loop hike from Pelham Road Parking lot towards Black Walnut Side Trail and on the main trail to Terrace Falls Side Trail. Complete loop back up to Parking lot. Bring Water Bug spray and sunscreen
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Pear Tree Parking lot — Map 12, km 11.4. From Regional Rd. 25 turn west on 15 Sideroad for 200 meters to parking on left.
Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney — cell phone 905-301-4091 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 12 km “there and back”
Description
We will follow the Main Trail south for about 6 km and then return. Terrain is mostly flat with a few rocky sections.
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on the south side of Colpoy’s Range Road, east of Centre Road (at km 156.1).
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, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 7 km
Description
We will hike the loop formed by the main trail and the Chris Walker Side Trail, then cross the road and hike the loop formed by the Slough of Despond and The President’s Path Side Trail. There are spectacular views over Georgian Bay from the main trail (7 km total). Map 34. Call or text 647-918-4180.
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Pearse House in Rouge National Park. From Hwy 401, go north on Meadowvale Rd. and exit at Zoo parking signs.
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: 12 km loop hike
Description
Join me for an exploration of the ecological and historic features of this unique urban national park. This is typically a busy area but we will use some of the less-used trails. A series of loop hikes will allow lots of opportunities for dropouts.
Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood. 8:30am Early start time!
Hike Leader(s): Kelly-Leigh Thomas (519) 501-8170 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 10 km
Description
Franks kiln parking lot BM 005 Parking on county Rd 91 (Duntroon side rd) we will head to Marriage Tree up to the top of Nottawasaga Lookout and descend to meet the blue side trail : Standing Rock , back up to to the main trail looping back down to the parking lot ,
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Entrance Woodend Conservation area off Taylor Road
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Through Woodend on the main Trail, Wetland Ridge Side Trail and Woodend Side Trail
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Meet at parking lot inside Scotsdale Farm. Enter from Trafalgar Road, 1.7 km north of Hwy 7.
Hike Leader(s): Steven White Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13km
Description
Starting at parking lot, we will hike to Bennett Heritage Side Trail until it joins Main Trail. Hike to Great Esker Side Trail and complete the loop, rejoining the Main Trail. We will follow it out towards main entrance to the farm and take the Bennett Heritage Side Trail back to the parking lot. Bring water, snack, lunch, hiking boots, sunscreen, bug spray. No dogs please. Pub or beverage stop after the hike
email stevenwhite901@gmail.com to register or text to 289-242-9415
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road and Return
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park. 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Hike through to Balls Falls and on to upper Balls Falls
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park, 3030 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
From Jordan follow the trail to the Jim Rainforth D
Side Trail until it rejoins the main trail
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Lane and King Street, Niagara on the Lake
Hike Leader(s): Paul Rogers Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6k
Description
Mostly Paved Roads with some dirt / gravel pathways
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Rd, Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 15.4km
Description
Hike from Quarry Rd, Beamsville to the top of Thirty Rd (at Walker Rd)
Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First St. in Collingwood. 8:30am Early start time!
Hike Leader(s): Allison Thomas (705) 444-4616 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12 km
Description
We will park at km 60.1 on Hockley Valley Rd. We will have a number of steep hills to negotiate in this loop hike, hiking on main trail and side trails & returning to parking lot. Bring lots of water and lunch and snacks.
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Rd, Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 15.4km
Description
Hike from Quarry Rd, Beamsville to the top of Thirty Rd, (at Walker Rd) and back to Quarry Rd.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Rd, Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.4km
Description
Hike from Quarry Rd to top of 30 Rd at Walker Rd and back.
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: 6k
Description
Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot behind the Grey-Sauble Conservation Authority head office, 237897 Inglis Falls Road, Owen Sound.
Due to construction this is accessed only from the north end of Inglis Falls Rd.
Hike Leader(s): Peter Harris Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 8 km
Description
From the GSCA offices we will hike the main trail south until we ascend the escarpment along a steep old trail. From there the route will follow a GSCA trail to the Keeling Side Trail which we will follow to Inglis Falls. From there we will follow the main trail through Smith’s Bush to the Creamery Hill Side Trail and then return to the parking lot. Most of the route is flat but the trail going up the escarpment is long and steep. Map 32 The GSCA trails are not shown on this map. Bring water and snacks. Please pre-register using this website before the hike day. Limit of 9 hikers.
Peter 519-374-3468 sbthikes@icloud.com
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: 6k
Description
Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Family Hike
Location (Google Maps): West end of Young’s Drive, off Nicol’s Gully Road/County Road 17B where the road ends (south of km 106.7).
Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: approx 3 km
Description
A hike on the blue trail along the base of the escarpment to Jones Falls, ascend through a crevasse onto the main trail and return following the main trail along the top of the escarpment. There is a steep descent back down the escarpment to the end point of the loop. Map 32
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Harold Black Park, 953 Haist St. Fonthill.
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Description
This is a leisurely walk on the Steve Bauer trail and urban sidewalks.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock and Terrace
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock and Terrace
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Provincial Park Pelham Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Loop hike from Pelham Road Parking lot towards Black Walnut Side Trail and on the main trail to Terrace Falls Side Trail. Complete loop back up to Parking lot. Bring Water Bug spray and sunscreen
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Provincial Park Pelham Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Loop hike from Pelham Road Parking lot towards Black Walnut Side Trail and on the main trail to Terrace Falls Side Trail. Complete loop back up to Parking lot. Bring Water Bug spray and sunscreen
Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Iroquoia section, BT map 11, km 102.6, Twiss Road, midway from Conservation Rd. to Derry Rd.
Directions via Hwy 401 exit 312 (Guelph Line): From westbound, first go left (south) on Guelph Line. Then from westbound or eastbound, turn right (west) on Reid Sideroad 1.4 km, left (south) on Twiss Rd. 5.1 km to roadside parking on left (east) side.
Directions from QEW/403: Take Guelph Line north 14.8 km, turn left (west) on Derry Rd. (Halton Rd. 7) 1.5 km, then right (north) on Twiss Rd. 1.9 km to roadside parking on right (east) side.
NOTE RE PARKING: Roadside safe parking is limited. We have permission to park in the Camp Manitou driveway (100 m to the north) between the road and their gate, but ONLY on the LEFT (south) side as you face the gate. Camp Manitou is closed at this time, but their management needs access to enter, using the right (north) side to approach the gate.
Hike Leader(s): Bill McDonald, 519-489-0485 (cell 226-600-4280)rec@sweettalker.ca 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
Description
We’ll follow the main trail north through Crawford Forestry Tract, along the escarpment edge overlooking Nassagaweya Canyon to km 108.5, then south on the Crawford Lake Side Trail to the boardwalk for lunch. Finally, we will continue south to the cars. NOTE Rocky portions: Hiking boots are strongly recommended and poles will be valuable.
No dogs, please.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Upper Parking Lot Corner of Dorchester & Mountain Rd Niagara Falls
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7.6k
Description
Loop Hike through wooded trail close to railway tracks and onto Fireman’s park
side trail. (now the main trail) back to Dorchester Road
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): David Little (705) 606-1077 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 km
Description
We will be starting in Wodehouse. We will do the Kimberley Forest Loop before we stop for a break at Windy Lane and then return to cars. Bring lunch and water.
At the current time, we can have no more than 10 people in the group.
See http://bmbtc.org/A.html – July 2020 Revised Hike Schedule for more details.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Upper Parking Lot Corner of Dorchester & Mountain Rd Niagara Falls
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7.6k
Description
Loop Hike through wooded trail close to railway tracks and onto Fireman’s park
side trail. (now the main trail) back to Dorchester Road
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road and Return
Hosting Club: Niagara
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: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road and Return
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park. 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Hike through to Balls Falls and on to upper Balls Falls
Hosting Club: Peninsula
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking at south end of Cathedral Dr (near km 46.9)
Hike Leader(s): John Grandy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10.9
Description
Moderate hike along the Jack Poste Side Trail, main Bruce Trail and Hopeness Side Trail featuring glacial potholes and many viewpoints. Bring your own water, snacks and lunch.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park. 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Hike through to Balls Falls and on to upper Balls Falls
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on the west side of East Linton Road where the road turns north (east of km 119.2).
Hike Leader(s): Maureen McFarland Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 8.2 km
Description
We start with a climb up to the top of the escarpment on the East Linton Side Trail, then follow the main trail and return via the Ron Savage and Frank Holley Side Trails. This is a beautiful wooded area with many crevices. Approximately 2 to 3 hours. Bring a snack and water. Map 33. Call or text 647-918-4180.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran’s Lane and King Street, Niagara on the Lake
Hike Leader(s): Paul Rogers Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6k
Description
Mostly Paved Roads with some dirt / gravel pathways