Hike Schedule

Sunday Only Niagara End to End

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):

Sunday May 21: Brock University Parking Lot Merrittville Highway, St Catharines 43.115423, -79.247160

Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 27.1

Description

This is the NBTC Annual End to End Event over 3 days from Grimsby to Queenston.
You are registering for Day 2 Only
Participants will be transported by bus from check in to the start of the hike and will hike at their own pace to the final checkpoint.

It is a self led hike
Day 2 27k : https://www.plotaroute.com/route/994840?units=km

Bring snacks, water and bug spray.
We would also recommend sunscreen, basic first aid supplies, spare socks and a cell phone.
There will be 3 checkpoints on each day along the trail to replenish water and snacks and anyone wishing to drop out of the hike should do so where possible at the checkpoint. Trail angels will also be available should hikers become incapacitated and unable to reach a checkpoint. Hikers are responsible for informing the Organizing Niagara Personnel of their intention to drop out.

Car Hike: Springtime Family Hike at Silver Creek

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at the parking lot of the Silver Creek Outdoor Education Centre.

Hike Leader(s): Monica Pasquali, Andrew Proczek Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 4.5 km, with the option to drop out at 3 km

Description

Enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of spring with a leisurely, family-friendly nature hike in the Silver Creek Conservation Area!  After meeting at the Silver Creek Outdoor Education Centre parking lot at 10 am, we will walk north along the main trail, climbing the escarpment as we go, and then we will turn around and walk back south going downhill via the Roberts Side Trail, making a 3 km loop.  For those who would like to extend their hike, they can join us on an additional loop that includes the Irwin Quarry Side Trail going up and the main trail going down, which will add an additional 1.5 km to the day’s hiking distance.  Children under 13 years of age are encouraged to join their parents/guardians on this hike so they can fulfill the requirements for the Toronto Bruce Trail Club’s Youth Badge – all family members who are planning on joining us should register for the hike, including children.  You should bring enough water and food for a 2-hour hike, comfortable hiking shoes, sun and bug protection, appropriate clothing for the weather, and good observational skills so we can spot lots of flora, fauna, and fungi while we hike.  Please note that the trail is quite rocky and hilly in places, and is therefore not stroller-friendly, so any children who join us should be capable of walking on their own or be carried comfortably by their parents/guardians for the duration of the hike.

Monday only Niagara End to End

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):

Monday May 22: Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON 43.1593144, -79.055405

Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 28

Description

This is the NBTC Annual End to End Event over 3 days from Grimsby to Queenston.
You are Registering for Monday only
Participants will be transported by bus from check in to the start of the hike and will hike at their own pace to the final checkpoint.

It is a self led hike
Day 3 28k :https://www.plotaroute.com/route/995636?units=km

Bring snacks, water and bug spray.
We would also recommend sunscreen, basic first aid supplies, spare socks and a cell phone.
There will be 3 checkpoints on each day along the trail to replenish water and snacks and anyone wishing to drop out of the hike should do so where possible at the checkpoint. Trail angels will also be available should hikers become incapacitated and unable to reach a checkpoint. Hikers are responsible for informing the Organizing Niagara Personnel of their intention to drop out.

Clappison Woods to Smokey Hollow MAP 9

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Park at Clappison Corners Walmart Parking Lot -east side -also parking lot above near Dollar Tree-we will meet in the grassy area between parking lots

Hike Leader(s): Cathie Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 12 kms

Description

There and Back through Clappison Woods – we will follow that along to Grindstone Creek and Smokey Hollow Falls

Some steep and rocky trail as well as staircase to view the Great Falls – Pack water, snack, wear weather appropriate clothing, hiking poles, boots recommended as well as bug spray

Spring Birds and Blooms

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Meet up at Dyers Bay Parking Lot 45.162455727854116, -81.34088304473234 . We will carpool to Britain Lake Road to Lillie Parking area km 113.4. Parking fees may be in effect for non-resident vehicles at Dyers Bay.

Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy, Moderate
Distance: ~1.5 km with possibility of extended the hike distance, if time allows.

Description

Join Peter Rasberry for a leisurely Spring hike on the Cottrill Lake Side Trail. This lovely sidetrail winds 1.4km through both mixed and hardwood forest, and along the shore of this small inland lake.  This should be peak time for both spring wildflowers, and bird migration, so it will be a leisurely walk focusing on the identification and appreciation of both!  If time permits, we will have the option of adding on the Anne and Clayton Roberts Side Trail.

We will meet at the parking lot in Dyers Bay 45.162455727854116, -81.34088304473234 at 9:00 am, and car pool out the Britain Lake Road to the start of our hike at the Lillie Parking area km 113.4. Parking fees may be in effect for non-resident vehicles at Dyers Bay.  Dress appropriately, bring snacks, water, cameras, binoculars and field guides.  Insect repellant might also be useful.

This hike (including car pooling) is approximately 3 hours in duration.

Toronto End to End - 2 day, brisk $30 fee/members only

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Limehouse Conservation Area
Intersection of 22 Sideroad and 5th Line

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: May 24th about 29km; May 31 about 21km

Description

This is a two day fundraiser hike for the Toronto Bruce Trail Club. Your fee includes the new stained glass badge featuring the historic limestone arch over Blackcreek. The fee goes towards supporting the Toronto Bruce Trail Club, which in turn supports the mission of the Bruce Trail Conservancy “preserving a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever”.
https://hikingthegta.com/2015/06/23/limehouse/
Please meet at the same location both days and try to be 15 min early so we can leave promptly.
Please come prepared with at least 2 litres of water, snacks, lunch, bug spray, sun screen, first aid kit, and poles if you use them.
The hike will be a quick pace with not a lot of stopping 4km -5km per hour. Please be honest about your hiking abilities.
Like all hikes, this is a Leave No Trace. Please pack out what ever you pack in.
We will take time to collect any trail trash we see.
Since the top end of Toronto is land locked, we will do a do-si-do car shuttle which works really well for the 2.5km at the top end. It’ll all be explained when we get there.
Please come prepared to share in the cost of admission at Hilton Falls, where the hike starts on May 31.

This is a car shuttle hike – please bring a mask in case anyone on the hike would prefer everyone in the vehicle to wear one.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the hike leader.

Hermitage Loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Hermitage parking lot, Dundas Valley Conservation Area, 621 Sulphur Springs Rd, near corner of Sulphur Springs Rd and Mineral Springs Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7k (approximate)

Description

Meet in Hermitage parking lot, Dundas Valley Conservation Area, 621 Sulphur Springs Rd, near corner of Sulphur Springs Rd and Mineral Springs Rd. We will do loops within DVCA. One specific hill quite steep. Wear hiking boots. Dress in layers appropriate to weather, bring snack and water. Be aware of Covid protocols. We leave at 10am. To cancel day of hike text cell#289-659-0007. Cell day of hike only.

Hilton Falls Wildflower Treasures

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps): Hilton Falls Conservation Area, 4985 Campbellville Rd. Milton

Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 10 – 11 Km.

Description

Hilton Falls Beaver Meadow route has some areas of a large concentration of wildflowers including variegated Trilliums and Perfoliate Bellwort. There are also some unusual ferns. Join us for this lovely circular route to search for wildflowers. We will stop at the falls for our snack. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, insect repellent and poles if using.
Leader: Anne Armstrong 905 617 3937 hikingrandma@gmail.com

Spring Interpretive Hike

Hosting Club: Peninsula

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the intersection of Crooked Toe Road and Boundary Road at 24.4 KM. Arrive a few minutes early so that we can begin the hike at 10 a.m.

Hike Leader(s): Marg Glendon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Easy, Moderate
Distance: ~5 km

Description

Spring is here! Let’s explore the signs of Spring at the McIver Wetland and adjoining hardwood forest with Bob Knapp, a PBTC Land Steward. Bob will provide interpretation for this Spring hike. This wetland is a popular site for migrating birds, amphibians and reptiles. The hardwood forest will be coming alive with an unfurling of new green leaves, while fern and mossy rocks frame  early Spring wildflowers. We will finish our hike with lunch on the cabin deck together.

Bring a light backpack with a  snack, water and lunch. Wear a hat, long sleeved protective clothing. Bring insect repellent. At this time of year, there may be some wet spots,  please wear waterproof hiking boots. A camera, binoculars and gators might be helpful, but not essential.

This hike will be about 3 hours in duration.

Toronto, Toronto Islands

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Meet inside the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, foot of Bay Street, beyond the cashiers selling the ferry tickets, in the open area with the benches and Muskoka chairs. From Union Station take the LRT one stop to “Ferry Docks” or take bus number #19 or #72 on Bay Street southbound to the Queens Quay. Walk across Queen Quay south through the park to the ferry terminal.

Hike Leader(s): Miriam Stevens, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 8-12 km

Description

After a day’s work, come and “cool off” on the Toronto Islands free of fumes and traffic to enjoy the view of the city skyline and Toronto’s own beautiful island parkland oasis away from the city. Pack a dinner for a sit-down picnic. Note that food is not available for purchase on the islands early in the season. Bring a warm jacket and flashlight. Return ticket for the ferry is approximately $8.70, $5.60 for seniors. The hike will take place rain or shine. Toronto Island Evening Hikes will take place every Thursday in May and June, same time and meeting place. The route and time we return to the city may vary depending if the ferries are running on the Spring or Summer (starts in May) schedule.  Contact Hike Leaders via the Contact form for further information or to confirm the current ferry schedule that will be in place the week of the hike. Registration is not required for this hike – just meet the Hike Leader at the above location.

9:00 Floral Clock & Botanical Gardens

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Floral Clock Parking Lot (no charge)

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km

Description

Enjoy the cheerfulness of budding spring flowers and trees. We will check out the new plantings at the Floral Clock, walk among the daffodils along the Niagara River Parkway trail, and loop through the Botanical Garden to revel in the magnificence of spring flowering plants and trees.

Blue Mountains Annual End to End-TWO DAY EVENT. This event is almost sold out, register today!

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps):

Hike Leader(s): Christine Lasky Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Fast – 5+ km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 69 km -Day 1: 35km Day 2: 34km

Description

Join us this spring for the Blue Mountains Bruce Trail Club annual End-to-End hike event. This 2 Day Hike is for those hikers keen on a great big challenge You will wind your way through the beautiful and varied terrain of the Blue Mountains Club trails. Enjoy the early signs of nature awakening at this time of the year, the beautiful vistas and the rugged escarpment. You will cover the 69 km distance of our section which runs from Lavender to Swiss Meadows. Checkpoint stations will be offered approximately every 10 kms offering snacks, water refill and assistance along the way. A BBQ at Highlands Nordic is included at the end of Saturday Hike commencing at 3:00 pm. Hike details will be emailed to participants shortly after registration is received. Note, this event consists of longer distances and is generally not suitable for beginning hikers.

Bus Hike: Dundas Valley

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:30
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items
Shawn & Ed Brewery Visit ($.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Peter Leeney, Tim Wainwright Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 12 KM

Description

Join us for a Spring hike from Ancaster through the Dundas Valley Conservation Area on the Spring Valley Trail, Hilltop Trail, Headwaters Trail, Bruce Trail, McCormack Trail into the town of Dundas Ontario – “The Valley Town”.  Hopefully, we’ll have the chance to enjoy the Spring wildflowers. Before returning to Toronto there will be the chance to explore the charming town, a glass or flight at the local craft brewery, or a refreshment stop of your choice..

Urban Walk: Leslie Street Spit Bird Watching

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Entrance to Tommy Thompson Park at Leslie St and Unwin Ave.

Hike Leader(s): Ray Berzins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 7 km

Description

For first 3.5 km we will try to observe as much as possible along natural footpaths, so wear long pants, long stockings and whatever else will protect you from ticks. Bring binoculars. After lunch the nature walk will end and hikers can use the Multi-use Trail to continue walking to the end of the spit or return back to the park entrance by 2PM. It will be cooler and more windy than inland so bring warm clothing and a warm beverage with your lunch.

#2/5 Loop of Toronto Hike for Urban Hiking Badge - 18km

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Old Mill Station entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 18km

Description

Embark on a captivating journey through Toronto’s remarkable urban trail systems. From the scenic Don River in the east to the captivating Waterfront in the south, the tranquil Humber River in the west, and the enchanting Finch Corridor in the north, this diverse collection of trails offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the city’s  longest trails on foot.

By interconnecting these four trail systems, which weave through more than ten parks and trails, we are creating an awe-inspiring loop spanning approximately 74 kilometers: https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n . As a testament to your accomplishment, completing the entire loop will earn you the Toronto Urban Hiking Badge—the first ever urban hiking badge launched by the Toronto Bruce Trail Club.

Distance: 18km. Start from Old Mills and end at Finch & Weston.

Pace: 4kph

Trail condition: mostly flat and paved.

Bring water and snacks. Dress and prepare for the weather.