Urban Walk: Bluffers Park

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Bluffer’s Park, Scarborough

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 7 km

Description

Enjoy the scenic views of the cliffs at Scarborough’s Bluffers Park and hike along the beach to the east. Meet at Kennedy Station on the bus platform for Route #201 Bluffers Park at 10:00  to take the bus scheduled to depart at 10:20 AM to arrive at the park approximately 20 minutes later. Taking transit is strongly recommended as the park gets very busy on the weekends. (free parking is available at Kennedy Station).

Kemble Mountain Trails

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Cinema parking lot. Meet by the tall sign next to traffic lights.

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: 3 to 4 km

Description

Carpool to start of hike at junction of Taylor Side Rd and Coles Side Rd – follow side trail through meadow ascending to top of escarpment with views to the south and returning on the Mystery Cabin Side Trail. Bring walking poles or sticks if you have them. Also  water, sunscreen and bug repellent.

8:00 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, Sun Screen Bug Spray, snack, and dress for the weather

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill 105

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is inside Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza

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,

Dufferin Hi-Land 60th Anniversary Highlight Hikes, Hike 7: Laidlaw, Walter Tovell and Spillway Side Trails

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

Dufferin Hi-Land Section, Map 19. Meet at Mono Community Centre hiker parking lot at the south end of Mono Centre.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km

Description

Join us in celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Dufferin Hi-Land Bruce Trail Club. The Club plans to award a 60th Anniversary badge to any hiker who completes 60 km of Dufferin Hi-Land trails – Main or Side Trails. Our Tuesday Hike group is offering a series of 10 hikes, covering most of the highlights of our section that meet this requirement. If you can’t make all of the hikes, make ups are allowed. Just hike 60K in Dufferin during 2025 and you qualify for the badge

Today’s hike will be a loop including the Laidlaw, Spillway and Walter Tovell trails. Bring water and snacks.

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

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: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and insect repellent.  Check yourself for ticks when you return to the parking lot.

7th Line North to loop through Hockleycrest

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Parking Lot – 7th Line Access
Airport Road North of Highway 9
Right on 7th Line, parking lot immediately on the right (east) of Airport Road

Hike Leader(s): Jennie Greenfield 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

We will hike the Main Trail north from 7th Line to 5 Side Road then loop through the beautiful Hockleycrest property on a combination of the Main Trail and Darcy, Hockleycrest and Harmony Side Trails before returning to 7th Line on the Main Trail. The terrain varies from rolling hills and open hilltops, hardwood bush and pine plantations. There will be a few ups and downs including one steep valley that we will ascend and descend on both the way out and back!

Bring your favourite snacks and hydration.  Don’t forget the bug spray!

Hiking boots required, hiking poles are recommended.

There will be stops for water along the way and a longer snack / lunch break later in the hike. Bring plenty of water, and dress in layers appropriate for the cooler weather.

Blue Mountains E2E in 4 (#1)

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline, 550 metres east of Lavender Hill Rd, at the cemetery. Do not block gate
Map 21, ED 31

Hike Leader(s): Kristina Rettie Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 14.1km

Description

Welcome to Blue Mountains E2E in 4! Please register for each hike individually. Together we will wind our way through the varied terrain, rugged escarpment and beautiful vistas. If you choose to participate in all 4 hikes you will cover the 67km distance of this section which runs from Lavender to Swiss Meadows. If you are interested in an E2E badge please keep record of your hikes and submit to the Blue Mountains club upon completion.

Each week the hikes will increase in distance starting at 14km. At week 4 we will hike over 20km. This is a great way to build your endurance.

These are shuttle hikes so please have your car passenger ready. Hike #1 -meet @ km 0, shuttle to 14.1 (hike south)

Please bring water and snacks. We will do a clothing adjustment break and a short snack break along the way.

Bug spray and sunscreen are recommended, please do not apply before the shuttle.

No dogs!

If you need to get in touch please text @ 519-410-9077

Benchlands 1-Ball's Falls

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

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6

Description

This is the first of three hikes to earn the Benchlands Hike badge.  This hike will also cover the Jordon Hollow and Upper Falls side trails and is very close to the Jim Rainforth Side trail for those working on their Side trail badge.

We will meet at Jordon Hollow park NOTE: If construction on the nearby bridge on the day of the hike does not allow hikers to park, please meet on Glen Road parking lot around the corner (3640 Glen Rd, Jordan Station, ON L0R 1S0 in your GPS)-head away from the bridge towards the town of Jordan Station and head up the hill on 19th Street and right on Glen Road, there is roadside parking just after the Trail Crossing sign.

We will hike towards Ball’s Falls and visit the village and upper falls.  The trail is very rocky and there is a very, very large staircase in this hike.  Good footwear is required, poles optional but suggested.

Note: If you are completing this hike for the benchlands or side trails badge(s) there are some photos required so bring a camera!

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Margaret Paull ST Loop

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park on the 6th Line, access from Hwy 119, Km 13.7 Map 24, Edition 31

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 3.9 km

Description

An enjoyable walk with lots of opportunities for stops and photos. We’ll walk by a creek, view a flowerpot and a waterfall, and see the E.C. Carr Observatory buildings along our route. Country laneways with farm views, as well. Please bring water and a snack.

Niagara Glen Short and Sassy

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

Niagara Glen, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

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: 6-7k (approximate)

Description

Loop hike in beautiful Niagara Glen, NOT using Whirlpool Trail. We meet in between Niagara Glen parking lot and building near lot.  Pay parking or Niagara parks pass. Trail ranges from moderate to quite rocky, has hills and stairs. Watch footing. Lots of boulders and great views close to Niagara River. We descend steel stairs before and after hike. Wear hiking boots or shoes. Bring water, snack, appropriate layered clothing for the weather and rain gear. Optional beverage/food after.  Niagara Glen is close to both Butterfly Conservatory and Floral Clock.

Power walk along the Humber River Trail (ca 10 km) and optional visit of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, Kleinburg

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Hike Leader(s): Natalia Svechnikova Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface), Variable
Distance: 10-11 km

Description

Please join me for a brisk walk on the Humber River trail strting near the McMichael Canadian Art Collection (main building).

The trail has some hills but it is even and easy to walk on. we will walk for about 5 – 5.5 km and return back the same way. It should take us about 2.5 – 3 hours. After we finish, you can spend some time in the gallery and see their newest exhibition”Morrice in Venice” (please check out their website for ore info https://mcmichael.com/upcoming-exhibitions/)

We meet around 10 am near the entrance to the gallery and start hiking at 10:15 am (the trail head is only 50 m away). If you have the McMichael Art Collection membership, you can park free of charge on the gallery’s parking lot. Non-members parking fee is about $7. You can park somewhere in Kleinburg free of charge and walk to the gallery to meet me.

Please be dressed for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Please bring 2 L of water, rain jacket or umbella and your sun hat, sun galsses. There is no shade on the trail.

You are welcome to reach out if you have any questions.

Please note that the hike will be cancelled if there is a forecast for a heavy rain or storm.

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 trails 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 promptly at 7:00 pm

8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Cave Springs Conservation Area

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k

Description

Hike the trails around Caves Springs

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 inside Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza

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)

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,

Hiking in and around Jordan and Balls Falls

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): New Location – Parking Lot on Glen Road, Jordan

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Hiking from Glen Road and following Jim Rainforth Trail and trails to Balls Falls and Bailey Bridge.

Rail Trail/Dundas Valley CA loop

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Brantford-Hamilton trail crossing near Slote Rd and Mineral Springs Rd

Hike Leader(s): Brenda Davis 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

Join me for a loop hike beginning on the Brantford-Hamilton rail trail. We will follow the path that railway engineers used to descend the escarpment into Dundas Valley Conservation Area, then we will explore some trails in the valley, finally returning via the rail trail to our starting point.

Park along the roadside on Slote Rd near the intersection with Mineral Springs Rd.

Please bring enough water, snacks and a lunch. There are washrooms in the Dundas Valley trail centre — we will eat lunch there. We will hike about 15 km return. Please check the weather and dress accordingly — wear hiking boots or trail runners, a hat with a brim, and bring sunscreen. The hike will run, rain or shine.

Harrison Park Loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Harrison Park – northwest of km 89.0 BTC Map # 32. Drive east past the restaurant

Hike Leader(s): Ian Mills

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 10 km

Description

We will meet at Harrison Park just past the restaurant (east) and follow Harrison Park Side Trail north to the Main Trail. We will follow the Main Trail south to Inglis Falls. Pack a light snack and enjoy some amazing views of the falls. We will follow the Main Trail north to Creamery Side Trail and circle back to our parking area. Interesting terrain, lovely views and good exercise will be provided by this loop. BTC Map # 32. A walking stick is recommended and proper footwear required.

Toronto BTC End to End Stained Glass Fundraiser

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet on the east side of the road where the trail crosses 4th Line. Do not park in front of the junk yard. km 17.4, Map 12 Bruce Trail Guide,, N 43.625638, W 79.990703

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections
Length of Hike: Between approx. 17 & 18 km

Description

Join us for a a 3 day hike to earn the Stained Glass fundraiser badge. The medium hike pace will range between 3 to 4 km per hour, sometimes a bit more than 4 km per hour on easy flat terrain, with a snack and lunch break.  Hikers may request a personal bio break, clothing adjustment, drink stop, etc. at any time during the hike by notifying the leader or sweep.  The hikes range from approx. 17 to 18 km.  Please self evaluate your ability to manage the pace and length of these hikes.  Life does happen, so hikers will be able to miss one hike and make it up on their own before the end of June.  A full hike schedule, with meet locations, will be sent to hikers after registration.  If you have any questions please use the “Contact hike leader” option on the online schedule.

School Bus Hike: Loree Forest and Swiss Meadows

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 19:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items
Pick up at 10 York Mills Rd ($0.01)
Pick up at HWY 400 and Major Mac ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Loree Forest and Swiss Meadows

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Roland Mark, Celia Ho, and Duro Vukman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: Moderate group: 14.5 km, fast group: about 16.5 km

Description

Join us for a great hike in the Beaver Valley. We will split into two groups, a moderate group (led by Celia and Duro) and a faster group (led by Martina and Roland).  The moderate group will hike 14.5 km at a 3.5 km/hr pace, the faster group will hike about 16.5 km at 4 km/hr +. We will all stop to enjoy the awesome views of Georgian Bay from various spots along the top of the escarpment. A few fun hills, hopefully some spring wildflowers, and forest cover for shade.  Refreshment stop in the Village at Blue Mountain. This area has lots of poison ivy so wear long pants for protection. Also pack a lunch and two litres of water.

Departure 1: 8 AM 10 York Mills Rd

Departure 2: 8:20 AM HWY 400 and Major Mac Park and Ride (infront of the GO bus stop)

Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, Map 13. Directions; from Highway 401, head north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown. Trafalgar briefly merges with Highway 7 for about 3 km before separating to the right at the village of Silver Creek. At the stop light in Silver Creek, continue north on Trafalgar Road for about 1 km to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm on your right. Drive in about half a kilometre to reach the parking area.

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13 km

Description

Join us for a loop hike along the main Bruce Trail and its scenic side trails, including the stunning Great Esker Side Trail. After the hike, if enough people are interested, we’ll gather at The Shepherd’s Crook in Georgetown for refreshments and good company.

Please dress appropriately for the weather, bring plenty of water, and pack some snacks. Note that parts of the trail are rocky, so poles are highly recommended.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. This hike is an LGBTQ+ safe space, and everyone is encouraged to join us!

Car Hike: Glasgow village Uxbridge 190

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Glasgow Trail, Concession Road 2 Park in parking lot at the trail head.

From Highway 404 turn right to Stouffville Rd, till to the end of road and turn left on York Durham line in About 1km turn right to Webb Rd. and turn right to Concession Road 2 ,you will see parking lot in 500 meters

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: 14-15 km

Description

Lets explore Goodwood conservation area and visit Secord forest and pond

Approximately 5-hour hike, bring lots of water

Birding Hike

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood

Hike Leader(s): Richard Edwards Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hr. or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Please join us for this birding hike, led by birding enthusiasts Dick Edwards and Kate Jaczko. We will carpool to Cty Rd 9 west of Dunedin (map 22, km 10.6) and follow the trail north past a beautiful meadow where bobolinks nest in early June . We will look for singing males defending their territories. Past the meadow, the trail skirts a farm field and descends through forest to the Dunedin Nature Reserve. Here a mix of hardwoods, cedars, and a sparkling stream should provide more birds and spring wildflowers. The trail loops back to con. 10 where we back-track to bobolink meadow and then to our cars having completed 6 km double loop.
Spaces will be limited to 30 hikers, so please register in advance.

Remaining Side Trails for the Dufferin Hi-Land Side Trail Badge

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Centre Rd (Kilgorie) 30m south of River Rd, Map 20, 33.8 km

Hike Leader(s): Susan Bate, Carol Sheppard Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16.4km

Description

To earn the Side Trails badge at the end of this hike, you need to have completed all 6 of the 60th Anniversary Side Trails Highlights Series either with the group or by logging your side trails hikes.

Today, starting from the parking area in Kilgorie, we will carpool to the parking lot on 30th sideroad just south of Lavendar.  Here we will do a 1.4km loop hike that takes us to our most northern side trail, Black Edge.  We will return to Kilgorie, hiking the Kilgorie Side Trail.  Next, we’ll visit the Bell Lookout Side Trail with its view of the Pine River Valley, travel through the Pine River Valley and Carl Alexander Side Trails. Returning to the Main Trail,  we will hike north to the Melodonna Side Trail and back.  We will take the Kilgorie Side Trail back to our cars.

Bring water, snacks/lunch and insect repellant as well as sunscreen. Hiking poles are recommended.  Carpooling is preferred for the first leg of the hike.

Indigenous learning at Terra Cotta

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Terra Cotta Conservation Area, off Winston Churchill Blvd. within the Conservation Area.

Hike Leader(s): GG 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: approx. 5km (or more depending on interest!)

Description

Looking for an Indigenous learning and hike outing? Join us as we learn about the Sweat Lodge at Terra Cotta, explore the amazing wetland area and read “Nibi’s water song” tales on the trail.

Park entry requires gate admission https://cvc.ca/credit-valley-parks/admissions-and-reservations/

Please wear appropriate gear, hiking boots, poles, and bring snacks and water. There are washrooms on site.

Join us as we enjoy, learn and appreciate together