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- 25June 25, 2025
Pretty River Loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/pretty-river-loop-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Organized Hike
Location (Google Maps): Tim Horton’s, First Street, CollingwoodHike Leader(s): Murray Morrison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 kmDescription
This hike is a loop on the Pretty River and Pretty River Side Trail. There are some steep climbs but most of the footing is good.WEDNESDAY WALKERS - Duncan Crevice and Pinnacle Rock
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/wednesday-walkers-duncan-crevice-and-pinnacle-rock-3/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Beaver Valley
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the small parking lot of Duncan Crevice Caves Provincial Nature Reserve on the 9th Sideroad near Duncan. km 33.3, map 25, Edition 31
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 4.4 kmDescription
This hike takes us along a pleasant flat forest pathway to the impressive Duncan Crevices. There’s a walk along a field and then it’s on to the massive Pinnacle Rock. We then return to our original parking lot. Please bring water and a snack.- Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
- 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. - Always carry I.D. and your health card.
- 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.
- Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
- Bring your own first aid kit.
- Please leave dogs at home.
Cootes Paradise South Shore Trails
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/cootes-paradise-south-shore-trails/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Princess Point parking lot – see map belowHike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 7.5 kmDescription
We will walk the trails to and from the McMaster University campus on mostly good trails with a few hills along the way. Please be at the start point by 9:15 am and we will leave by 9:30 (PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER START TIME). RBG parking pass or paid parking at Princess Point. Bring bug repellant, sunscreen, water and a snack. I will cancel in the case of rain – please check your email the evening before the hike. I will email you the day before the hike with contact information for cancellations after 3:30 pm on the day prior to the hike.
Queenston Heights loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/queenston-heights-loop/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic Area –Hike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8kDescription
We will meet at locust grove and hike in and around Queenston on the main trail and side trails.
Please wear appropriate foot wear and poles. Depending on the weather bring sun screen and bug spray
WEEKNIGHT RAINBOW HIKE: Red Hill Creek and Mountain Brow
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/weeknight-rainbow-hike-red-hill-creek-and-mountain-brow/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Red Hill Valley South Parking Lot, Mud StreetHike Leader(s): Doug O’Neill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 km (approximately)Description
UPDATE: This hike will still go ahead, however we’ll modify the route in light of the current temperatures, favouring shady routes and reconsidering the stairs. We’ll play it by ear and see how people feel.The Pride Month fun continues! This 2SLGBTQIA+ hike is open to everyone, and is accessible by public transit or car.
Lots to do on this hike:
• Chill by a burbling creek
• Photograph a couple waterfalls
• Enjoy a moment of reflection at a special Indigenous site, The Bear Meeting Place
• And, possibly, climb an escarpment stairs—it’s optional!
• Burn calories (hence, the escarpment stairs).Aim to arrive by 6:15 pm for a 6:30 pm start at the Red Hill Valley Trail South Parking Lot, Mud Street and Pritchard. This is a loop hike — we’ll start and end at this parking lot.
The Red Creek Valley area is home to various trails: the Bruce Trail, Waterfront Trail, TransCanada Trail… Tonight’s route will include the Mud Street Side Trail, Red Hill Creek Side Trail, Mohawk Side Trail and Mountain Brow Side Trail. We’ll cross Mountain Brow to do a stretch of the Escarpment Rail Trail and, if there’s time and enthusiasm, we’ll work in one of the Escarpment Stairs. Let’s get the blood pumping after a long day!
Free Parking for drivers!
Coming by transit: Take the 21 Heritage Greene Terminal bus and get off at Mud and Pritchard. Meet in the parking lot across the road.
Please bring at least one full litre of water and an energizing snack. Everyone guzzled all of their liquid on the last weeknight hike. Also: Insect repellent is a good idea as we’ll cross through several nature areas. Hiking boots or sturdy footwear are recommended—as well a cap.
Complimentary Bruce Trail Rainbow badges and/or stickers to all participants! Email any questions to the Hike Leader – “Click here to contact Hike Leader” on this form.