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October | October | October | October | October | October | 1 - Saturday Shorts: Cold Creek
10:30 AM-12:30 PM 11/01/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/saturday-shorts-cold-creek-3/2025-11-01/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the main gate entrance. Park roadside near the gate. Please do not drive into the park past the main gate, as we are starting out on the loop from this point. The park address is 14125 11th Concession, King (near Nobleton). The GPS coordinates will lead you into the park past the main gate. Please aim to arrive at 10:15 am for a 10:30 am start. Thanks!
Note: Because of construction on 11th Concession, take 11th Concession going south to reach the conservation area. You cannot go north on 11th Concession from King Road. Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong 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: Approximately 6 km Description
Looking to get out on a Saturday but not give up your whole day? Saturday Shorts, a hiking series, will get you out in a small group on a short hike. This Saturday’s hike is an enjoyable one in any season. We’ll hike the outer loop, making about a 6 km route, at Cold Creek Conservation Area. Things to consider in your hike preparations: warm gear/dressing in layers, hiking shoes/boots, poles, water, a snack. There will be a short break. No dogs please. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike.
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2 - Car Hike: Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 11/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-hockley-valley-provincial-nature-reserve-3/2025-11-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): WE WILL BE PARKING AT THE NORTHERN PART OF THE PARK ON DUNBY RD. – NOT AT THE MAIN PARKING LOT. Roadside parking on the south side of Dunby Rd. at km 67.8 Hike Leader(s): Dylan “Lana” Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 16 km Description
Join us for a 16 km hike through the Nature Reserve, known for being one of the most challenging and hilly sections of the Bruce Trail. Get ready for a workout. We will be hiking at a moderate-fast pace. Please bring plenty of water and snacks. HIKE BEGINS AT 8:30 AM. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an 2SLGBTQIA+ safe space, and everyone is welcome to join us!
| 3 | 4 - Silver Creek, Map 13.
9:30 AM-2:30 PM 11/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/silver-creek-map-13-3/2025-11-04/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Park at 8th Line, across from 8th Line Side Trail connecting with Great Esker ST.
Driving directions: From Highway 401, north on Trafalgar Road, it will merge with Highway 7 – turn left and continue on Highway 7, turn right on Sideroad 22 (at Esso), left on 8th Line to road-side parking. 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, Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 12 km Description
BEAUTY OF FALL COLOURS:
Will hike Main Bruce Trail and side trails in Silver Creek area, Great Esker, Irwin Quarry and Roberts ST.
– bring water and snack.
– poles recommended.
– dress for chilly weather. Optional refreshment stop after hike at Main Market or other place in the area.
| 5 | 6  Caledon Stained Glass Badge End to End in 4 hikes 9:00 AM 11/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-stained-glass-badge-end-to-end-in-4-hikes/2025-11-06/ This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-11-06 at 09:00
2025-11-13 at 09:00
2025-11-20 at 09:00
2025-11-27 at 09:00 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills, Beaver Valley Location (Google Maps): Contact hike leader for hike schedule Hike Leader(s): David Royston Click here to contact the hike leader. Pace: Medium
Terrain: Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Varies – each hike approx 18 km Description
This will be my final Stained Glass Badge hike series for 2025. We will complete an end to end of the Caledon section in 4 hikes. The hikes will be (1) Boston Mills in the Toronto Section to Willoughby Road, (2) Willoughby Road to Coolihans Sideroad, (3) Coolihans Sideroad to 4th Line EHS and (4) 4th Line EHS to Mono Centre. Please contact the hike leader for the detailed hike plan. The hikes will proceed at a moderate pace (approx 4 km per hour not including a lunch stop). Breaks will be taken throughout each hike as appropriate. Hikes will proceed rain or shine. Except for shuttles, hikers are expected to be self reliant. Please bring everything you may need such as water, lunch, snacks, personal medical kit, and appropriate footwear and clothing. All participants will be expected to share equally in the shuttle driving. Shuttle drivers should not expect compensation for driving. Drivers will be selected by the hike leader at the start of each hike. Participants will be expected to sign a waiver in favour of the hike leader similar to the one in favour of the BTC they are required to submit on registration. If there are any questions please contact the hike leader.
| 7  Caledon in 5 End-to-End Hike Series- Hike #2 8:30 AM-2:30 PM 11/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-in-5-end-to-end-hike-series-hike-2/2025-11-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meeting Place – Roadside Parking on Innis Lake Road, north of Finnerty Road 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, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 15 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. 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. There here are many steep and hilly segments in this section of the Bruce Trail so the hikes will require considerable stamina. 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 second of the series, is 15 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.
- WORK PARTY: Habitat Restoration Project @ Badlands (day 1 of 2)
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 11/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/work-party-habitat-restoration-project-badlands-day-1-of-2/2025-11-07/ Click here for more information or to register 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
Distance: This is a restoration habitat work party Description
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 Friday, November 7th 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 🙂 *
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9 - Car Hike: Rattlesnake Point
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 11/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-rattlesnake-point-2/2025-11-09/ Click here for more information or to register 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)
9:00 AM-12:00 PM 11/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/work-party-habitat-restoration-project-badlands-day-2-of-2/2025-11-09/ Click here for more information or to register 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 🙂 *
| 10 | 11 - City View Park, Burlington, Map 9.
9:30 AM-2:00 PM 11/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/city-view-park-burlington-map-9-6/2025-11-11/ Click here for more information or to register 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.
| 12 | 13 | 14 - Caledon in 5 End-to-End Hike Series – Hike #3
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 11/14/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-in-5-end-to-end-hike-series-hike-3/2025-11-14/ Click here for more information or to register 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.
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16 - Car Hike: Hockley Rd. to 4th Line EHS
9:00 AM-2:30 PM 11/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-hockley-rd-to-4th-line-ehs-2/2025-11-16/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Rd. parking area, east of km 61.1, located on the north side of Hockley Rd. at the Hockley Rd. Side Trail. Hike Leader(s): Lana Hubbard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 14.5 km Description
Join me for a grueling fall hike as we go from the main parking lot on Hockley Rd. to 4th Line EHS and back. This will complete a 14.5 km loop. Pace will be brisk, make sure to pack a lunch, sunscreen and bug repellent, at least 2L of water and good hiking boots. We will be taking our lunch at 11-11:30 depending on how the group feels.
| 17 | 18 - Heather & Steve’s 3rd Annual Fall Cairn to Cairn – Toronto section
7:45 AM 11/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/heather-steves-3rd-annual-fall-cairn-to-cairn-toronto-section/2025-11-18/  Hike open to BTC Members only. This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-11-18 at 07:45
2025-11-19 at
2025-11-20 at Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking – north of km 32.3 (Map 13) on the eastern shoulder of Eighth Line at the southernmost intersection with 27 Sideroad. (Capacity 4 cars) Hike Leader(s): Heather Murch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 18.5 km Description
This hike series covers the Toronto section; 51 km over 3 days. We will meet each morning at 7:45 and be ready to shuttle at 8:00. Hikers will take turns shuttling and taking drivers to their cars each day. Any parking costs will be shared among hikers. Hikers should wear layered clothing, hiking boots, poles, hat, sunscreen, bug spray, rain gear and bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch. We will hike rain or shine. Full itinerary will be emailed to hikers the week before the first hike.
- Boyne Valley – Dufferin Hi-Lands
10:00 AM-2:00 AM 11/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/boyne-valley-dufferin-hi-lands/2025-11-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Drive north on Hwy 10 past Orangeville. At Primrose continue straight ahead on Prince of Wales Rd. (County Rd. 19) for 2 km to roadside parking on your right where the Primrose Loop Side Trail crosses the road. (Note: this location is one km north of the off-road parking lot where we often park). Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney 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
From Prince of Wales Rd. we will hike east into Boyne Valley. This is a there & back hike with some variation on the return to our starting point.
| 19 | 20 | 21 | 22  Car Hike: Cardio Conditioning at Hockley Valley 8:30 AM-1:30 PM 11/22/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-cardio-conditioning-at-hockley-valley/2025-11-22/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on 4th line EHS at the entrance to the Peter Beecham Side Trail. Km 54.9 Map 18, Edition 31. GPS Coordinates N43.976327, W80.026621 Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Fast (5 km/hr or greater)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 14 km Description
Now that the colder temperature is upon us, let’s not freeze ourselves. Join me and others for a cardio conditioning (study shows that short distance on a fast pace is physically more beneficial vs long distance on a slow pace) and the trails of Hockley Valley, widely known as the hilliest section of the Bruce Trail is an ideal place to surely warm-up our body and spirit. Things to bring on a day hike, sun protection, rain/snow jacket, snacks, lunch, beverages, first aid kit, personal medication (if any) and health card. We’ll be on a brisk to fast pace with occasional stop for photos while maintaining the pace. Layered clothing, durable hiking shoe and hiking poles (if using) is highly recommended. Don’t forget to bring your happy faces and enthusiasm Please arrive fifteen minutes early for car shuttling. Let’s go hike !!
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9:30 AM-2:00 PM 11/25/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/speyside-map-12/2025-11-25/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Pear Tree parking lot, 15 Sideroad.
Driving directions: From Highway 401 going west, turn right (north) on Road 25, left on 15 Sideroad, drive about 300 m to Pear Tree parking lot on the left. Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Shafiq Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 km Description
Will walk southwards from parking lot, main Bruce Trail, Al Shaw Side Trail and parts of Hilton Falls Side Trail, there and back.
Dress according to weather, poles are strongly recommended,
Bring water and snack.
Hike leaders phone contact for hiking day: 416-566-0503
| 26 | 27 | 28 - Caledon in 5 End-to-End Hike Series – Hike #4
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 11/28/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/caledon-in-5-end-to-end-hike-series-hike-4/2025-11-28/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Hockley Road Parking Area – north side of Hockley Road 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: 16 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 fourth of the series, is 16 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.
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