Hike Schedule

Toronto End-to-End in Four - Kelso to Speyside

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking at the end of 17 Sideroad, 730m northeast of Halton Road 25 north of the 401.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law; Kerry Seong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Strenuous
Distance: 16 kms

Description

Join us on a four-hike end-to-end hike series covering the Toronto Section plus a few kilometres up to The Grange.  Today’s hike is the first of that shuttle series.  We will make our way on the Main Trail from Kelso to Speyside.  Please bring 2.5L of water, a snack, a lunch, and a smile.  Please also bring footwear to change into after the hike and a garbage bag to put your boots in for the shuttle.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Poles very much recommended.  It will be very rocky in sections.  Please arrive at 9 am and be ready to shuttle at 9:15 sharp.  Entry fee payable at Kelso CA.

Limehouse Loop Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Limehouse Parking Lot

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: 15 km

Description

 

Starting at the Limehouse Parking Lot, the hike will follow the main trail, the Canada Goose Side Trail, the Ridge Side Trail and the Todd Bardes Meadowland Side Trail to form at 15 km loop.  The route will include some rough, rocky areas which can be tricky to navigate. Wear hiking boots and bring poles to help navigate the terrain. There will be regular breaks, including a snack stop along the way.  Bring snacks and plenty of water.  While insects are not usually as active at the end of September, ticks will still be present so clothing covering the legs are arms is recommended as is insect repellent. Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

Welland Canals Badge Hike 3

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Sobey’s Parking lot on Glendale closest to corner of Glendale and Mountain street

Hike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk, Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 9k

Description

Meet at the corner of Sobey’s parking lot on Glendale closest to the intersection of Glendale and Mountain road in St. Catharines. We will be doing the Welland Canals Hike #3 to Richard Pierpoint Park.  Note the hike starts at 8:30am and is the 3rd in the Welland Canals badge series. If you are interested in receiving your badge after completing the 4th hike on Sept 29th, please let me know and pay in cash or via etransfer (I can give you directions on the hike) $10 for members (please provide BTC number) or $15 for non-members. Badge info: https://niagarabrucetrail.club/badges/

Please wear good walking shoes (the path/trail is mostly flat), poles if you like and water/snacks.

Novice Hikers - Fall Series of 10 hikes in Dufferin, Hike 3

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Introductory
Location (Google Maps): Meet at km 28.3, BTC parking area on 1st Line E. Map 20

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6.4 km shuttle hike

Description

This is the third hike in the 10 hike series and takes us through a pine plantation, along the road to Whitfield and a lengthy descent to Kilgorie.

8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

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, Sun Screen Bug Spray, snack, and dress for the weather

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), Variable
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

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Orange Shirt Day

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Albion Hills Conservation Park. Meet up at Chalet parking lot, follow clear signage ~5minutes from gatehouse entry.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8km

Description

Orange Shirt Day is a time for reflection, learning, and remembrance. It invites Canadians to confront the legacy of residential schools and engage in meaningful conversations about reconciliation.

Let’s join together for a hike as we share and learn from each other about reconciliation. I’ll share what I have learned on my journey of learning while we explore the medicine garden, community gardens and a depending on team interest a visit to a Caledon historical site. There will be a raffle of a book by one of my favourite Indigenous authors at the end of the formal hike 🙂

A park pass can be obtained on site or through https://trca.ca/parks/albion-hills-conservation-area/?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=GMBlisting&utm_campaign=AlbionHills#albfees

We will meet at 9AM at Chalet parking lot. Please be on time. There are restrooms at the chalet and throughout the park, and we will decide as a team our path to the medicine garden and back.

Please wear your orange shirt if you have one, and if you don’t and wish to get one: https://orangeshirtday.org/merchandise/ and/or local vendors including Mark’s warehouse/Cdn Tire.

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Rd entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Dufferin Hi-Land - 1st Line to 30 Sideroad

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

Dufferin Hi-Land Maps 19 and 20, Km 12.2. Meet at roadside parking on 30 Sideroad Mono about 0.8 km east of Hurontario St.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6.6 km; Short hike: 3.3 km.

Description

We will hike the Main Trail from parking on 30 Sideroad through woods and open fields to Km 8.9 on 1st Line. The short hike will end at this point and return by shuttle to parking. The longer hike will return by way of the Main Trail. Bring water, snacks and sun screen.

Dufferin Hi-Land Club Stained Glass Badge in series of 6 hikes

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): First of this series will be starting at Lavender Cemetery parking area. Km 54.9 . 550m east of Lavender Hill Rd. Mulmur-Nottawasaga Town line. Parking on north side of the road.

Hike Leader(s): Lynn McFerran Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 8-11km each hike

Description

The fall is a lovely time to hike this section. The trees will be turning colour and there will be fungi and mushrooms along the trail. The plan is to get this series of hikes completed before the snow flies. There will be 6 hikes all on consecutive Tuesdays starting September 30 , through October, finishing November 4th. All hikes are less than 10km.
This is a slow to moderate paced hike series. There is some challenging terrain and road work too. The hikes with be completed north to south where best suited for the hikers. There will be a car shuffle each week.
The location of the meeting place for the first hike is listed here. The following hike meeting points will be emailed to all registered hikers.
Please come prepared for any kind of weather. Bring water lunch and snacks.

Beaver Valley Geology Hike Hike #8/8 Griersville to Webwood Falls:

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

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5

Description

Griersville to Webwood Falls: Erratic boulders at Stop 4 (Page 109) Glacial erratics are rocks picked up by glaciers and transported great distances to be left behind as the glacier melts. These erratic boulders are 1 billion years older than the local sedimentary bedrock, and originally came from the Canadian Shield.

Pine River Nature Reserve Loops

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Prince of Wales Road and Sideroad 15 (west of Kilgorie). Please note the River Road bridge over the Pine River may still be closed. Please adjust your route accordingly. GPS coordinates below.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law; Helen Bailey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate
Distance: 3.5km and 7.5 km options

Description

Please join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Dufferin Hi-Land club’s new Pine River Nature Reserve parking lot then join us for a hike of two loops.  The first loop is 3.5 kms.  The second is 4.0 kms.  Second loop is optional.  Please bring 1.5L of water, a snack and smile.  Hiking boots mandatory.  Gonna be fun.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Young Wetland

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park in the parking lot at the Epping John Muir Lookout near km 94.3, Map 27, Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Length of Hike: 4 kms

Description

This hike is a there-and-back walk. We begin on the edge of the Beaver Valley and then head towards a beaver pond. A walk along the edge of fields takes us into a wood lot, then to the Young Wetland. Birds are often sighted on the water. From there, we stroll the rest of the BTC-managed Young property to Sideroad 19, seeing fields regenerating towards a natural state. We walk back to the parking area, where we can enjoy a panoramic view into the Beaver Valley.

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.

Good Companions - Dundas Driving Park to Tews Falls and Return

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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

Dundas Driving Park – Main parking area – See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence 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: 7.5 km

Description

We will walk, following city streets, to the Tews Falls Side trail.  We will ascend the escarpment and onwards to view Tews Falls.  We will then return with a stop at the Dundas Peak Viewpoint and retrace our steps back to the Dundas Driving Park.  Bring water, sunscreen, bug repellant and a snack.  Hiking poles recommended.  Please arrive at the car park by 9:45 am in order to be walking by 10:00 am.  I will send contact info a day or two before the hike with contact info should you need to cancel after 4:00 pm on Tuesday September 30.  I will inform you if the hike is cancelled due to rain.  Please check your email the evening before the hike.

Evening Hike in Owen Sound followed by an Opportunity for Refreshments

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: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 6 km

Description

Join us for a brisk evening hike exploring Owen Sound paths and neighbourhoods, followed by an opportunity to socialize over refreshments. There is no need to show up 15 minutes early for this hike, but we will leave prmptly at 7:00 pm.

8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):

Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 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 bug spray, sunscreen and a drink. Dress for the weather

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), Variable
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

Hiking in and around Jordan

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): 3649 Glen Road, Lincoln LOR 1SO

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 hiking different trails each week – Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Jordan Village and Balls Falls.

Novice Hikers - Fall Series of 10 Hikes in Dufferin, Hike 4

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Introductory
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Kilgorie, km 33.8, on Centre Road 30 m south of River Road. Map 20

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6.9 km loop.

Description

This is the fourth hike in the 10 hike series. We will be up and down the hills of the Pine River Nature Reserve.

Salmon Run Followed by an Opportunity for Lunch at the Inn

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Health & Nature Hike
Location (Google Maps): Harrison Park – NW of km 89.0. Beside the resturant but closer to the bridge

Hike Leader(s): Sheri Hatcher Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: Approx 10 km

Description

We will meet at Harrison Park in Owen Sound and car shuttle to the the Visitor’s Information Centre at the harbor. We will leave the park at 9:15 so please arrive early.

The salmon’s journey – and ours – will start at the harbor then continue through the River District to the fish ladder where we will see the salmon leaping and thrashing there way to the top of the mill dam. We will follow the salmon to Harrison Park and then continue to the Grey Sauble Conservation where we will learn more about their migration and observe them in shallow spawning channels. We will continue to Inglis Falls where we will have a great look-out point to observe the fall colors and then head back to Harrison Park via the main trail and the Harrison Park Side Trail. Once back at the park, for those that are interested, we will stop for lunch at the Inn.

This route follows sidewalks, dirt walkways and paved trails on route to the Bruce Trail near Harrison Park. From there, we will take the Trail to the Grey Sauble Conservation, Inglis Falls and then back to Harrison Park.

Coach Trip: Fall Colours in Owen Sound

Trip Information
Departure Time: 07:30
Return to City Time: 19:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Trip Activities
Moderate hike ($0.01)
Fast hike ($0.01)

Optional Items
Pick up at HWY 400 & Major Mac ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Inglis Falls Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Felix Wan, Robin Crombie, Roland Mark Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky
Distance: Moderate group: about 12 km, Fast group: about 15 km

Description

Join us for a fantastic fall hike on the Bruce Trail in the Owen Sound area. We will split into two groups; the moderate group will hike about 12 km (3 km/hr pace) , fast group will hike around 15 km (4 km/hr pace).  Long time TBTC member and now Owen Sound resident Melanie Bissett will join us. Immerse yourself in Ontario’s fall colours, discover amazing geological formations, and enjoy views of beautiful Inglis Falls, the Sydenham River, and possibly Jones Falls.  We will also pass lookouts overlooking Owen Sound and Georgian Bay. Both routes will include some hilly and challenging sections with rocks, roots and crevices underfoot. Refreshment stop in Owen Sound after the hike.

Departure 1: 7:30 AM, 10 York Mills Rd

Departure 2: 7:50 AM, GO bus stop at HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Dr Park and Ride

If you would like to be picked up at HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Dr, please select that option when you register. The bus will not stop there if no one requests that stop.

We plan to be back in Toronto between 7 and 8 PM.

Erindale park Mississauga

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): parking lot Erindale Park, Dundas Street West, Mississauga, ON

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: 14-15 km

Description

We will hike Credit River North  and will see nice views of Credit River and possibly some salmons heading upstream

From parking lot we  hike north mostly along Credit River  and return to parking around 13 to 13.30

For the day of hike only my   phone number is 289 588 6482.

Introductory Hike - Evergreen Brickworks

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

Meet the hike leaders in Tiffany Commons in front of the watershed wall at the Evergreen Brickworks (across from the cafe). To reach the Evergreen Brickworks you may take the free shuttle from outside Broadview Subway Station (departs every 30 minutes from 7:45 am until 9:45 (driver takes scheduled break at 10:15) or TTC Route #28 Bayview South from Davisville Subway Station (every 30 minutes)

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

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 6 km

Description

The public is invited to join us for a short introductory hike from the Evergreen Brickworks as part of our Bruce Trail Day activities. The club will have a booth staffed with volunteers providing information about the Bruce Trail and the Toronto Bruce Trail Club. On Sunday there will be a Hiking 101 Workshop (see the seperate entry on the hike schedule). Our hike will proceed from the Evergreen Brickworks southbound into the ravine trails and northwards past Milkman’s  Lane into Park Drive Reservation. We will continue to Mount Pleasant Road  and return to the Evergreen Brickworks with the option to turn back earlier at the Glen Road Bridge. This will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the fall colours, the Evergreen farmers market, and learn about the Toronto Bruce Trail Club’s year round hiking program and conservation work. Preregistration on the hike schedule is not required – just arrive 15 minutes prior to the hike to sign up with the hike leaders.