Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Rattlesnake Point

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nTqd9b3wbhFjD1c4A

Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 km

Description

We’ll be heading out on a scenic loop hike that begins and ends at the Rattlesnake Point Side Trail. Our route will take us along both the main Bruce Trail and connecting side trails all the way to Crawford Lake. There, we’ll explore the main trail loop before continuing back through the beautiful Nottawasaga Canyon. Expect some rolling hills and a mix of rocky, uneven terrain—nothing too extreme, but definitely a good workout.

Pace is brisk on the flats and medium on the hills.

Please book your parking spot in advance through Conservation Halton.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!

WORK PARTY: Habitat Restoration Project @ Badlands (day 2 of 2)

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Volunteers will park at the Badlands parking lot on Old Base Road. GPS coordinates are:  43.775829 and -79.942703

Hike Leader(s): GG & Richard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing

Description

*This is not a hike. This is a habitat restoration work party. It is being entered into the hike schedule as a pilot in response to asks for work parties be added to the schedule in addition to the volunteer communications 🙂 *

Our Club is now maintaining the section of main trail that goes through the Badlands.  Earlier this year, volunteers worked for days to improve the main trail with limestone/gravel to eliminate muddy sections and ensure the trail is satisfactory for the many visitors to this section.

On Sunday, November 9th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00, volunteers are needed to assist with removing the invasive species of buckthorn and prune back the larger buckthorn trees.  Volunteers will be provided with “extractigators” but, please bring your own loppers if you have some.

Bring gloves, water, snacks etc for yourself.

Volunteers will park at the Badlands parking lot on Old Base Road.  GPS coordinates are:  43.775829 and -79.942703

*This is not a hike. This is a habitat restoration work party. It is being entered into the hike schedule as a pilot in response to asks for work parties be added to the schedule in addition to the volunteer communications 🙂 *

GO Train Hike: Stoney Creek City Park Trails To Battlefield Park and Devil's Punchbowl

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: GO Train Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will take the Niagara bound Express GO Train departing Union Station in Toronto departing at 9:04 AM arriving at Confederation GO Station in Stoney Creek at 10:30 AM. Meet us in the Great Hall of Union Station by the information desk over it by 8:50 AM or proceed to the Bay Street Concourse to board the train and you may find us in the accessibility coach (or find us when the train arrives at Confederation GO Station). On the return we will take the HSR Bus to return to Confederation GO and will be taking the GO Bus to Burlington to connect with the train (there’s no trains until 5:00 PM)

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 10-11 km

Description

We will take the Niagara bound express train from Union Station to Confederation GO Station in Stoney Creek (stops at Exhibition and Port Credit) and make our way towards the Niagara Escarpment by way of the local park trails to Battlefield Park (home of the historic pivotol battle of June 6 1813) connecting to the Bruce Trail, Devil’s Punchbowl Side Trail, and the Devil’s Punchbowl Conservation Area Lookout. We will retrace our steps to Battlefield Park and take an HSR Bus to return to Confederation GO Station. While most of the terrain will be easy (Level 1) we will be ascending and descending the escarpment on the Devil’s Punchbowl Side Trail (about 94 metres) and hiking boots are recommended.  Optional pub stop at Shoeless Joe’s by the GO Station. The return trip will involve taking a GO Bus direct to Burlington Station to connect with trains that run half hourly (making all regular stops).  Anyone is welcome to join from GO stops on the way or meet us at 10:30 at Confederation GO Station.

Niagara End-to-End #4 of 6

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot on the north side of King Street (Highway 81)

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13.4 km

Description

This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail in 6 hikes.  Join for all or as many hikes as desired.

This fourth hike of the series starting at the western edge of Short Hills Provincial Park, will follow the escarpment edge through Louth Conservation Area and finish at the Jordan Hollow Side Trail, which will lead us to the parking area.

Weather conditions in the fall can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day.  Insects, particularly ticks, are still active in the fall months, so take appropriate precautions to avoid them including using repellant and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms.  Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are recommended.

Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack.

Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering.  We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.

Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 8:30 a.m. sharp.  Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed ,

Even it is considered Urban walk, it is urban hike as we have some up and down hills and tree roots, please bring your hiking poles, water and snacks,

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Bring Poles, , snack, and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike, Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

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: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.   Please wear hiking boots and bring water.

City View Park, Burlington, Map 9.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): City View Park, Burlington.
From Highway 403 going west, turn right on Brant Street, left on Dundas Street, left on Kerns Rd., take second turn left into City View Park to the parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq 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

From City View Park will connect with main Bruce Trail and hike to Smokey Hollow waterfall, also hike Kings ST and Eric Best ST on the way. After snack break will trace back our steps and return to parking.
Bring water, snack for refreshment break at Smokey Hollow.
Dress for the weather, poles are recommended.
Optional refreshment stop after hike at a Kopper Kettle.

Rock Hill/Oliver Creek Loops

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Dufferin Hi-Land, Map 20. Meet at Rock Hill parking lot on 1st Line Mulmur, just south of 10 Sideroad (Km 28.3).

Hike Leader(s): Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Julie Daley, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 8.4 km; Short hike: 3.5 km

Description

We will hike loops including Main Trail, Oliver Creek and Moss Haven Side Trails, then a loop consisting of Main Trail and Rock Hill Park Side Trail. The short hike will follow the Main Trail to the lower intersection with the Moss Haven Side Trail, then return to parking by way of Moss Haven and Main Trails. Bring water, snacks. Hiking poles recommended.

Walk In Nature Series (WINS) - Massie Hills Management Area, loop trails

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

497274 CONC 6 S, Meaford Township, off-road Bruce Trail parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Stewart Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

The Walk In Nature Series (WINS) consists of short loop hikes in the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail that combine nature appreciation with fitness in a safe and welcoming group environment led by an experienced hike leader.  Consider these hikes to be 90 or 120 minute reset appointments with yourself in nature that promote health and fitness. Medium paced WINS hikes are open to all ages and levels of hiking experience whether members or non-members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC).

On this hike we will walk a 6 km loop with a medium pace on the beautiful trails of the Massie Management Area, a Grey Sauble Conservation Area property, including a part of the main Bruce Trail and the Spey River Forest Side Trail. There are some hills, possibly some mud. The property is varied with mature forests, wetlands and peaceful trails.

Bruce Trail map 29 in Edition 31, the parking lot is at km 21.4

Come out and enjoy the beauty of nature in late Fall.

Please arrive 15 min before hike start time.  Bring water, a snack and hiking poles if you have them.

Thanks, and see you soon.

EASY DOES IT HIKE, Heartland Forest Nature Experience

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 8215 Heartland Forest Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2H 0L5 (Park in large lot near entrance from road.)

Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3 Km

Description

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Griersville to 7th Line

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet at the parking lot at Blantyre on the east side of Grey Road 12. That’s Km 117.3, The Bruce Trail Reference Edition 31.

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 7.2 km

Description

This is a there-and-back hike. Starting in the new parking lot at Blantyre, we walk by fields, along Anthea’s waterfall, and through hardwood forest. The walk is through Grey Sauble CA land and BTC land.  Once we reach 7th Line, we return to our vehicles.

Guidelines

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. 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.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. 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.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

Dundas Driving Park to Dundas Peak and Tew's Falls return

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

Dundas Driving Park

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8k (approximate)

Description

A strenuous, hilly, up and down hike with great views. We park and meet in Dundas Driving Park not far from the washrooms, and follow city streets to trail leading to Dundas Peak and Tew’s Falls. Wear sturdy hiking shoes or hiking boots, bring icers, layers of clothing appropriate to weather, bring water and snack. Optional outing for beverage/food after.

CANCELLED Hike & Picnic

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic Area
Free parking

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hike on the trails around Queenston and stay afterwards for a shared picnic. Please be prepared to ascend/descend the escarpment and possibly navigate some stairs depending on the route we take.

Poles are recommended. Dress for the weather. Bring a chair and something tasty for the picnic table.

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 7-8 km

Description

We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and  walk  along  German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed ,

Even it is considered Urban walk, it is urban hike as we have some up and down hills and tree roots, please bring your hiking poles, water and snacks,

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area NEW TIME

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road.

You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack  and a drink. Dress for the weather

Hiking around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): 3640 Glen Road

Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km

Description

Hiking in and around Jordan including Jim Rainforth Trail, Balls Falls and Bailey Bridge through the Village of Jordan.

Caledon in 5 End-to-End Hike Series - Hike #3

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meeting Place: Parking Area on the north side of Mono Side Road where the trail crosses

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 14 km

Description

This is an end-to-end hiking series to complete the Caledon section of the Bruce Trail in 5 hikes.

The hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace of approximately 4 km/hour for approximately 15 kms each hike. There here are many steep and hilly segments in this section of the Bruce Trail so the hikes will require considerable stamina.  Please consider your fitness level before registering; this is a group hike, and everyone is expected to keep pace with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike.

The weather can be changeable at this time of year, so dress in layers for any possibility.   Wear hiking boots and bring hiking poles.  Bring a snack, plenty of water and other hydration as needed.

We will be travelling from south to north over the course of the End-to-End.  The series will require car shuffles, and everyone will be expected to participate as drivers.

Today’s hike, the third of the series, is 14 km in length.  Please plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am as we will start the car shuffle at 8:30 am sharp.

Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.

City Of Waterfalls.

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Cityview Park Main Lot coordinates 43.351747,-79.862195 maps 8,9

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 21.3 kms

Description

This hike series of 2 hikes will take us through the beautiful water falls of Hamilton. On the first day we will shuttle to Tews Falls+ Dundas Peak Parking. There is a parking fees of $11 to be shared between the hikers. We will go through Tews falls, Borer’s Falls, Great Falls. Other highlights- Dundas Lookout, Sydenham Lookout, Grindstone Creek, McNally Reserve Donor Wall.

on November 16 we will meet at Mud Street Side Trail Parking coordinates 43.200682, -79.815214 maps 7, 8

we will shuttle to Artaban Road Parking coordinates, fees of $11 per car to be shared between the hikers.

we will go through Sherman Falls, Tiffany Falls, Lower Cheroke Falls, Upper Princess Falls, Mountview Falls, Sanatorium Falls, Albion Falls, Buttermilk Falls,

other highlights- Hamilton Cityscape, Stairs, Hamilton Branford Rail Trail

please arrive 15 minutes early so we can start the shuttle by 8:30. Bring food, 2 litres of water. Everyone is expected to participate in the shattle.

Car Hike: Happy Valley King City

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Happy Valley, Oak Ridges Trail 16th Sideroad & Weston Road

Please park along 16th Side road

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 12-14 km

Description

Come and join us to view nice scenery and look out of  Happy valley

Kolapore Trails

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Horton’s, First Street, Collingwood, ON

Hike Leader(s): David Little Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

We meet at the parking lot behind Tim Horton’s on First Street. Then carpool to Kolapore Parking lot on County Road 2. From here, we will do a loop on Kolapore Church, Metcalfe Rock and Paradise Highway Trails

Rainbow/Welcome Hike: Cave Springs Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Road Parking Lot, Beamsville https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZGtvFN5kkjU8Py29

Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 km

Description

Join the Niagara Bruce Trail Club, Bridges Niagara Immigrant and Refugee Services and PFLAG Niagara for a Rainbow-Welcome Hike at Cave Spring Conservation Area in Lincoln!

Enjoy the autumn woods and visit some interesting natural and historical landmarks along the way!

What is a Rainbow-Welcome Hike?

This hike series aims to create opportunities for newcomers to enjoy the outdoors in all four seasons.

The goal of the Rainbow Welcome hikes is to create an intentional space where 2S-LGBTQIA+ immigrants can be in community with other 2S-LGBTQIA+ folks as well as other community members who do not identify as 2S-LGBTQIA+.

Hike Details

Route:  This hike loops from Quarry Rd in Beamsville along the Bruce Trail to Cave Spring Conservation area and back.  Cave Spring has historical and folkloric sites of interest so we will stop along the way to see some of these and learn a little local history and lore.

Terrain: The path to Cave Spring runs along the escarpment edge and is quite rocky and has some hills. We will adjust the pace to the group but be prepared for some rocky, uneven footing and clambering up and down. We recommend using hiking poles and wearing good hiking shoes is a must. Carry water and dress for changeable weather.

Note: There are no toilets on this route.

***Please arrive by 9:50 to check in with the hike leader for departure at 10.

Meet at the parking lot on Quarry Road in Beamsville: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XZGtvFN5kkjU8Py29

Note parking is limited so please carpool with others if possible. When the small lot is full, there is roadside parking along Quarry Rd.

West Rocks loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Family Hike
Location (Google Maps): roadside parking at the end of Concession 3 in Owen Sound

Hike Leader(s): Danuta Valleau

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: appox 4 km

Description

Meet in parking area within 15 minutes before start of hike. We will follow Main Trail east and north for approx 2 km.  Return on Derby Forest Side Trail west and south to complete loop. If time allows, we can explore one of the Springmount Forest Trails. If conditions are icy, non-slip shoe grips are recommended. Bring water and walking stick or poles if you have them.