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2 - Burlington Heritage Week / River & Ruin Historical Hike
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/02/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/burlington-heritage-week-river-ruin-historical-hike/2026-08-02/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Historical Hike
Location (Google Maps): Kilbride Park Parking Lot Behind the Kilbride School, access to Main Trail and Kilbride Pass Hike Leader(s): Joe Borges Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 7.6 km Description
Burlington Heritage Week Hike: River & Ruin Join us for the special hike brought to you by Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club partnering with the City of Burlington for Heritage Week. The theme this year is water, so we will hike through one of Burlington’s most historically rich landscapes. The River & Ruin trail winds through the beautiful Lowville Valley, where the natural drama of Twelve Mile Creek meets the traces of Burlington’s early settlement history. Along the way, we’ll explore the stories of Kilbride, Lowville, and the Cleaver family, whose mill, homestead, and ruins helped shape this valley nearly two hundred ago. This hike offers more than beautiful views, it’s a walk through time. From the limestone ruins and historic mill site to the creek that powered early industry and settlement, the route reveals how farming, waterpower, and pioneering families transformed the area into one of Burlington’s most fascinating heritage corridors. If you enjoy trails with a strong sense of place, local history, and a great story under your boots, this is the hike for you. Come discover the hidden history of Kilbride and the Lowville Valley, experience why this unique trail is one of Burlington’s most memorable heritage walks. Note, no dogs are permitted on this hike.
| 3 | 4  Hockley 2 loops 9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/04/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hockley-2-loops/2026-08-04/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 roadside on Third Line EHS Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am on Third Line EHS by Hockley Valley Provincial Park, we will hike the Isabel East, Cam Snell and Glen Cross Side Trails, with some main trail connecting them all. There are some hills on this hike. Please bring sufficient water and bug spray/bug net.
| 5 | 6 - Halton Agreement Forest
9:30 AM-11:30 AM 08/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/halton-agreement-forest-4/2026-08-06/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 4th Line at 9:15 am. Up Guelph Line from the 401, turn right on 10 Side Road and follow the curve as it becomes 4th Line. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am in the small parking lot and roadside on 4th Line, we will hike several of the bike trails, including The Den and The Pines.
 Scottsdale Farm the Easy Way 9:30 AM-12:30 PM 08/06/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scottsdale-farm-the-easy-way/2026-08-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Easy Does It Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Scottsdale Farm 13807 Trafalgar Rd. Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 8 – 9 km. Description
Come join us for this easy hike exploring the side trails around Scottsdale Farm. Learn about the history of the farm and enjoy the beauty of the farm and surrounding area. Meet in the parking lot at the end of a long road into the farm at 9:15 for a 9:30 start. Bring a snack, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. I will send an email the day before with my contact ingormation
| 7  Afternoon Hike -Terra Cotta to Walking Fern 4:30 PM-6:00 PM 08/07/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-terra-cotta-to-walking-fern-2/2026-08-07/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 pm on 10 Line, between Terra Cotta and Silver Creek Conservation Areas. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms Description
A short afternoon hike, we will carpool from 10 Line to Winston Churchill Blvd and hike back through Terra Cotta CA along the main trail and then on the Walking Fern Side Trail, which is very technical (rocky). Bring bug spray/bug net and sufficient water and sturdy hiking boots.
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9  RAINBOW HIKE: Downtown Dundas to Dundas Peak (Tew’s & Webster’s Falls) 9:00 AM-2:00 PM 08/09/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rainbow-hike-downtown-dundas-to-dundas-peak-tews-websters-falls/2026-08-09/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Corner of Sydenham and King, downtown Dundas. Hike 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10 kms (or 13 km option) Description
Come by car or HSR transit for this all-inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+-friendly hike from downtown Dundas to the top of Dundas Peak/Spencer Gorge with time to explore both Tew’s and Webster’s Falls. Terrain: We’ll get the uphill part of out the way first. Dundas Peak is an estimated 340 metres (1,100 feet) above sea level. Awesome views. Worth every bead of sweat!
Photo buffs will love the incredible views. We’ll follow the Lookout Trail all the way up to the top of the escarpment, with stops at the Dundas Peak and Tew Falls lookouts. Meet-up: We’ll rendezvous no later than 9 a.m. at the benches outside the TD Bank, corner of Sydenham and King Street. Adjacent (free!) parking at Ed & Shawn’s Brewery (65 Hatt St., off Sydenham.) Tip: If you arrive early or need to use the loo before hiking, Starbucks (45 King St. W., downtown Dundas) is a 2-minute walk down the street from the parking lot. Coming by public transit? There are two options: 05-HEAD STREET via DOWNTOWN DUNDAS or 5B -PIRIE AT GOVERNORS, depending where you are coming from. Ensure you arrive no later than 9:00 a.m. for a 9:15 a.m. departure. Bus fares: $2.50-3.50. You have two options of hike lengths: Upon reaching Tew’s Falls, you can enjoy an extended break or continue to Webster’s Falls (for an additional 3 km there and back). Please bring at least 2 litres of water, energizing snacks and proper lunch. There is no option to refill water bottles. There are porta-potties (if you don’t mind the “aroma”) at Tew’s Falls. Don’t forget sunscreen and insect repellent. Hiking boots or sturdy footwear are recommended—as well a cap. Wear long pants (no shorts)—to avoid ticks. Post-hike ice-cream or IPA in downtown Dundas. Everyone is welcome! Complimentary Bruce Trail Rainbow badge and/or stickers to all participants! Email any questions to the Hike Leader – “Click here to contact Hike Leader” on this form.
- Hilton Falls (reservation required)
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/09/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hilton-falls-reservation-required/2026-08-09/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot at Hilton Falls Conservation Area at 9:15 am. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am in the parking lot, we will hike to the Falls and then around to Bog’d Up and back along the the reservoir trail to the cars. Reserve your time at conservationhalton.ca Bring sufficient water and bug spray/bug net.
| 10 | 11 | 12 - Mindfulness Hike – Nature Journaling
8:30 AM-10:30 AM 08/12/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mindfulness-hike-nature-journaling/2026-08-12/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: Mindfulness Hike
Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area – Staff Ave, 500 m north of Pelham Rd Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 5km Description
This is one of 3 hikes you can join this month to earn the new Mindfulness badge from Niagara Club. The other two dates are August 19 and August 24th. Today we will hike, journal or sketch nature and hike some more. We will hike the main trail and the side trails of Louth Conservation area. Art supplies and some guidance will be provided. Please bring enough water and snacks for your needs, poles if you use them, bug spray and dress for the weather. We will try to find suitable spots to sit at the lower falls or you can bring your own collapsible chair if you like. If the weather is rainy, this will turn into a silent, meditative hike instead. Please cancel your registration if you are not able to make it. This will allow someone from the waitlist to register. To cancel your registration:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel Unless it is very last minute, you do not have to let the hike leader know.
- Jones Rd to Felkers Falls
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 08/12/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/jones-rd-to-felkers-falls/2026-08-12/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 in the Felkers Falls parking lot. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am in the Felkers Falls parking lot (Stoney Creek), we will carpool to Jones Rd and hike back. There will be some hills and rocks (of course). Bring sufficient water, a snack and bug spray/bug net.
| 13 | 14 - Hockleycrest to Glen Cross
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/14/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hockleycrest-to-glen-cross/2026-08-14/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am in the Bruce Trail parking lot on 5th Line, just down from Hockley Rd. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am in the Bruce Trail parking lot on 5th Line (just below Hockley Rd), we will carpool to Hockleycrest on Side Road 5 and hike back along the main trail and the Hemlock Ridge Side Trail. There are a few hills along the way. Bring sufficient water and bug spray/bug net.
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16 | 17 - Scotsdale Farm Great Esker
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 08/17/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/scotsdale-farm-great-esker-4/2026-08-17/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm main parking lot Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 11 kms Description
Meet in the main parking lot at Scotsdale Farm at 9:15 am. We’ll hike the Bennet Heritage Side Trail to the main trail and around the Great Esker Side Trail, back to the main trail and the Maureen Smith Side Trail for a total of about 11 kms. There are some hills. Bring water, a snack and bug spray/bug net.
| 18 | 19 - Mindfulness Hike – 5,4,3,2,1
8:30 AM-10:30 AM 08/19/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mindfulness-hike-nature-journaling-2/2026-08-19/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia Location (Google Maps): Mountainview Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 5km Description
This is a hike qualifier for the new Mindfulness badge from Niagara Club. Today we will hike quietly using the 5,4,3,2,1 method. 5 things we can see, 4 things we can touch, 3 things we can hear, 2 things we can smell and one thing we can taste. This is a useful tool to help quiet our mind during our hike. Please bring enough water and snacks for your needs, poles if you use them, bug spray and dress for the weather. Please cancel your registration if you are not able to make it. This will allow someone from the waitlist to register. To cancel your registration:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel Unless it is very last minute, you do not have to let the hike leader know.
- Dundas Valley – Headwaters Trail
9:30 AM-12:00 PM 08/19/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/dundas-valley-headwaters-trail/2026-08-19/  Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 134 Martin Rd, Ancaster L9G3L5 Parking lot beside Ancaster Matthew Krol field. End of Martin Rd past the Rotary Centre. 134 Martin Rd, Ancaster Hike Leader(s): Kathy Rymal Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8 km Description
This is a beautiful loop hike on the Headwaters Trail. As this is in the Dundas Valley some fun hills can be expected! Bring water, snack, insect repellent and poles if you think that you might need them for those hills! Please arrive at 9:15 for a 9:30 start.
| 20 | 21 | 22 - *Belwood Grand Valley Trail One Day End to End
7:30 AM-4:00 PM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/belwood-grand-valley-trail-one-day-end-to-end/2026-08-22/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Belwood Community Hall/Belwood & District Lions Club Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 30.8km Description
This one day hike is approximately 31km. Please do not register unless you know for certain that you can hike this far at a pace of at least 4km per hour. If first some reason you have to drop out, you will be responsible for finding your own way back to your vehicle.
The Grand Valley Trail stretches from. Port Maitland on Lake Erie in the south to Belwood in the north. This hike is an end to end of the Belwood Section of the Grand Valley Trail – We will meet at the Belwood Community Hall and car shuttle to the start at 43.630704, -80.477034 Township Rd 60 east of Middlebrook Rd at the Grand River and the Middlebrook Bridge. This is a one-day 31km hike suitable for endurance hikers. Please know your physical limit before signing up for this hike. The trail is a combination of road and trail, picturesque towns and topped off with a stop at Belwood Country Market just after we finish. Please bring at least 2l -3l of water and enough snacks & lunch to get you through the day as well as bug spray, sun screen, a first aid kit and poles if you use them. There are no drop outs. If you cannot finish the hike you will be responsible for getting back to your vehicle. The Belwood GVT chevron badge will be available either at the end of the hike or by application through the GVT website after we finish. The price is likely to be between $10 and $15. Since badges help to raise funds for the GVT, this hike is intended to raise funds. If you do not collect badges, please consider a donation to the club. No dogs. There may be an added fee to hike through the Elora Gorge TBA. Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration so that a spot can be opened for someone else. To cancel your registration, here is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel
- RAINBOW HIKE: Morning Birding with Pride 🦅🌈
9:00 AM-11:00 AM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rainbow-hike-morning-birding-with-pride-feat-lgtb-lets-go-birding-together-%f0%9f%a6%85%f0%9f%8c%88/2026-08-22/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bayfront Park at the Hamilton Harbour Waterfront Trail Hike Leader(s): Shayne Ward Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 5KM Description
Join us as we kick off Hamilton Pride with LGBT (Let’s Go Birding Together) and a colourful morning of birding! 🦅🦉🦆🌈 For this edition, it’s encouraged to come dressed in the colours of your favourite bird! 🌈 This gentle early-morning outing will explore the trails around the Hamilton Harbour and Princess Point, one of our region’s important migration areas. We will start at the trailhead parking lot of the Hamilton Habour Waterfront Trail at Bayfront Park. Plan to arrive for 845AM and we’ll have a small crash course on downloading and using two popular birding apps, Merlin Bird ID and eBird recording our sightings! We’ll depart by 9-910AM. Hoping to catch some Blue Herons, Swans, Cormorants, and if we’re lucky, a sighting of the RBG resident Bald Eagles! We will end around 11AM when the Hamilton Pride festivities kick off at Pier 4! 🌈 This is a queer-led, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive Rainbow Hike, welcoming LGBTQ+ hikers, allies, birders, photographers, and anyone interested in connecting with nature and community. This is a short, relaxed hike (approx. 5 km or less) designed to get us moving and birding! What to Bring
• Water and light snacks
• Weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear
• Binoculars or camera if you have them (optional but fun! And a cell phone counts!) Not a Bruce Trail member yet?! Sign up here!
https://brucetrail.org/become-a-member/ Come enjoy a spring morning on the trail, celebrate migratory birds, and connect with your Bruce Trail community! 🐾 Please leave pets at home for this hike unless required for accessibility support! We are passing through an important bird migration and nesting area, so we want to keep disturbance to our feathered friends to a minimum! 🐦 🚗 🚌 This outing is accessible by car or public transit. Planning to drive?
Parking is free but limited at Bayfront Park. Taking the Bus?
HSR #99 stops near the trailhead entrance! Map of the bus and it’s schedule can be found here.
https://www.hamilton.ca/sites/default/files/2024-06/hsr-route-99-waterfront-shuttle-jun24_0.pdf Free Bruce Trail Rainbow badges and stickers for all participants!
Questions? Simply click “Contact Hike Leader” on the registration form.
- RAINBOW HIKE: Evening Birding with Pride 🦅🌈
6:30 PM-8:30 PM 08/22/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/rainbow-hike-evening-birding-with-pride-feat-lgtb-lets-go-birding-together-%f0%9f%a6%85%f0%9f%8c%88/2026-08-22/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bayfront Park at the Hamilton Harbour Waterfront Trail Hike Leader(s): Shayne Ward Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing Description
Join us as we kick off Hamilton Pride with LGBT (Let’s Go Birding Together) and a colourful evening of birding! 🦅🦉🦆🌈 For this edition, it’s encouraged to come dressed in the colours of your favourite bird! 🌈 This gentle late-afternoon outing will explore the trails around the Hamilton Harbour and Princess Point, one of our region’s important migration areas. We will start at the trailhead parking lot of the Hamilton Habour Waterfront Trail at Bayfront Park. Plan to arrive for 615PM and we’ll have a small crash course on downloading and using two popular birding apps, Merlin Bird ID and eBird recording our sightings! We’ll depart by 630-640PM. Hoping to catch some Blue Herons, Swans, Cormorants, and if we’re lucky, a sighting of the RBG resident Bald Eagles! We will end around 830PM when the evening Hamilton Pride festivities kick off at Pier 4! 🌈 This is a queer-led, 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive Rainbow Hike, welcoming LGBTQ+ hikers, allies, birders, photographers, and anyone interested in connecting with nature and community. This is a short, relaxed hike (approx. 5 km or less) designed to get us moving and birding! What to Bring
• Water and light snacks
• Weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear
• Binoculars or camera if you have them (optional but fun! And a cell phone counts!) Not a Bruce Trail member yet?! Sign up here!
https://brucetrail.org/become-a-member/ Come enjoy a spring morning on the trail, celebrate migratory birds, and connect with your Bruce Trail community! 🐾 Please leave pets at home for this hike unless required for accessibility support! We are passing through an important bird migration and nesting area, so we want to keep disturbance to our feathered friends to a minimum! 🐦 🚗 🚌 This outing is accessible by car or public transit. Planning to drive?
Parking is free but limited at Bayfront Park. Taking the Bus?
HSR #99 stops near the trailhead entrance! Map of the bus and it’s schedule can be found here.
https://www.hamilton.ca/sites/default/files/2024-06/hsr-route-99-waterfront-shuttle-jun24_0.pdf Free Bruce Trail Rainbow badges and stickers for all participants!
Questions? Simply click “Contact Hike Leader” on the registration form.
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23 | 24 - Mindfulness Hike and Stretching/Yoga
8:30 AM-10:30 AM 08/24/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/mindfulness-hike-nature-journaling-3/2026-08-24/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia Location (Google Maps): Kinsmen Park – Enter from Hixon St at the intersection of Kinsmen and Frost Rd Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 5km Description
This is a Mindfulness hike you can join to earn the new Mindfulness badge from Niagara Club. Today we will do some gentle stretching, silent hike over to Quarry Rd and return and then to Mountain Rd and return followed by more stretching/yoga. Please be sure to bring enough water and snacks, bug spray, poles if you use them and dress for the weather and your yoga mat. Please cancel your registration if you are not able to make it. This will allow someone from the waitlist to register. To cancel your registration:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel Unless it is very last minute, you do not have to let the hike leader know.
| 25 - Afternoon hike – Halton Agreement Forest
4:30 PM-6:00 PM 08/25/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-halton-agreement-forest-8/2026-08-25/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 4th Line. Up Guelph Line from the 401, turn right on 10 Side Road and follow the curve as it becomes 4th Line. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms Description
We will hike around the bike trails in this lovely Forest. The bugs will be active, so bring bug spray/bug net.
| 26 | 27 - Heritage Rd to Silver Creek (linear hike)
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 08/27/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/heritage-rd-to-silver-creek-linear-hike/2026-08-27/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Silver Creek Conservation Area on Fallbrook Trail Rd at 9:15 am Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann 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 kms Description
Meeting at 9:15 am roadside at Silver Creek Conservation Area, we will carpool to Heritage Rd and hike back along the main trail through Terra Cotta CA and Silver Creek CA. Be prepared for rocks and a few hilly bits. Bring sufficient water, a snack and bug spray/bug net.
| 28 - Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 1
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 08/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-in-8-hike-1/2026-08-28/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Beaver Valley
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Off road parking on west side of 6th Line north of Grey Road 119 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, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 13.7 km Description
This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail in 8 hikes. Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates: August 28, August 29, September 11, September 12, October 2, October 3, October 16 & October 17. Hikers completing the entire series will be eligible to obtain an end-to-end badge from the BTC Beaver Valley Club. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. This section of the trail has numerous hills and rough terrain in spots. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers. Weather conditions in the late summer can still be quite warm, but the hike schedule will extend to mid-October so it’s best come prepared for varying weather conditions. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended. Bring plenty of fluids and a snack. Insects and ticks will still be active at this time of year, long pants and long sleeves are recommended as is insect repellent. Specific hike details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to each hike.
 Peninsula Sturgeon Full Moon Hike – Meet time is 7:45pm 7:45 PM-9:45 PM 08/28/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/peninsula-sturgeon-full-moon-hike-meet-time-is-745pm/2026-08-28/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Peninsula
Category: Moonlight Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Bruce Trail parking lot located off of Cape Chin North Road Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less, 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: 10 km Description
This full moon hike is in the Peninsula Section of trail and led by an Iroquoia Hike Leader. Welcome to more Full Moon Hike Series – This is the 3/4 full moon hikes. Details for collecting badges are at the bottom of the hike details.
We will meet in the parking lot located off Cape Chin North Road. From here we will take the Cape Chin Meadows Side Trail and connect. with the main trail out to Cape Chin and then follow the loop around to connect back up with the Cape Chin Meadows Side Trail. Sunset is at 8:10pm
Bring water and whatever snacks you need as well as a first aid kit, poles if you use them and most importantly, a head-lamp with a red light if you have one. The next full moon hike is September 26 Harvest Moon – Meet time is 6:00 pm The following is from the Bruce Trail Conservancy website regarding Hiking at Night.
While most hikers choose to explore the Bruce Trail by day to take in the colourful sights and vast vistas, venturing out after dark also has its benefits.
Hiking at night allows you to tap into other senses and explore nature in a whole new way. From stargazing to nocturnal animal sightings, there is a lot to see and hear when exploring the Bruce Trail after sunset. No matter your motivation for heading out for a nighttime hike, certain precautions should be taken to ensure that your time on the Trail is safe and enjoyable. Before you go
Plan your route and choose somewhere familiar. It’s easy to get turned around in the darkness. Planning your route and hiking it in daylight first will help you know what to expect. If you’ve never tried hiking at night, start with a shorter hike somewhere familiar to you. Always stay on the Trail to avoid getting lost. Bring a headlamp or flashlight and extra batteries. The Trail can be quite rugged with uneven surfaces, rocks, and roots. A headlamp or flashlight is essential for preventing trips and falls – and both are brighter and last longer than your phone’s built-in light. A light source with different settings, including a red light, is ideal as bright lights can be hard on your eyes over time. Bring a fully charged cell phone. You should always bring your phone with you when hitting the trails in case you need to call for help. Most phones have a flashlight function that can act as a backup to your headlamp. You can also use your phone’s GPS with apps like the Bruce Trail App and what3words for navigational and safety purposes. Wear reflective clothing and bring a whistle. A reflective piece of clothing can help other hikers or drivers see you in the darkness. A whistle can help others hear you in case of an emergency, even if they can’t see you. Plan to do your first hike under a full moon and a clear sky.
A full moon can provide a surprising amount of light. Planning your first night hike during a full moon and clear sky can be a great way to acclimate yourself to hiking after dark. Don’t go solo and tell someone where you are going. Always share your route with someone before heading out in case of an emergency. Bring a friend to explore the Trail together, or join one of the moonlit hikes offered by some Bruce Trail Clubs. Bring layers. The temperature can drop quickly in the woods at night. Bring layers to stay warm and comfortable.
While Hiking Slow down and be aware of hazards. Don’t expect to hike at the same pace you would in daylight. Darkness can make the terrain more challenging. Slow down, pay attention to your surroundings, and stay away from cliff edges to prevent injuries. Be prepared for wildlife. Many animals such as coyotes, owls, bats, salamanders, foxes, opossums, and skunks are active at night. Sightings can enhance your nighttime hiking experience but be careful not to get too close. Keep your ears open to the sounds around you to avoid unwanted interactions. While more preparations may be needed for a hike after dusk, for many, once they find themselves in the cool of the night gazing up at the constellations or watching an owl swoop through the darkness, the effort is well worth it. If you are collecting your badge tonight or September 26, please bring exact cash $10 for members and $15 for non-members to cover the cost of the badge. You must’ve have completed at least 4 full moon hikes. If you wish to pay by e-transfer and have your badge mailed out to you, you may also choose to receive it that way. For simplicity sake, and because it will be dark out, it would be appreciated if you could please choose one method of receiving your badge or the other. Badges are on the honour system so if this is your 4th hike, please feel free to receive your badge.
| 29 - Beaver Valley E2E in 8 – Hike 2
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/beaver-valley-e2e-in-8-hike-2/2026-08-29/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Beaver Valley
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot 100 meters south of the Main Trail crossing on 10th Line 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, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 14.65km Description
This is hike 2 of the End-to-End hike series to complete the Beaver Valley section of the Bruce Trail in 8 hikes. Join for all or as many hikes as desired – you will need to register for each hike in the series which will take place on the following dates: August 28, August 29, September 11, September 12, October 2, October 3, October 16 & October 17. Hikers completing the entire series will be eligible to obtain an end-to-end badge from the BTC Beaver Valley Club. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. This section of the trail has numerous hills and rough terrain in spots. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and hikers will need to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. The hike series will also involve car shuttles and every hiker is expected to participate as drivers. Weather conditions in the late summer can still be quite warm, but the hike schedule will extend to mid-October so it’s best come prepared for varying weather conditions. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are strongly recommended. Bring plenty of fluids and a snack. Insects and ticks will still be active at this time of year, long pants and long sleeves are recommended as is insect repellent. Specific hike details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to each hike.
- Pine River
9:30 AM-12:30 PM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/pine-river-2/2026-08-29/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:15 am in the parking lot at the corner of 15 Side Road and Prince of Wales Rd Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kms Description
Meet at 9:15 am in the parking lot at the corner of 15 Side Rd and Prince of Wales Rd at Pine River. We will hike a few side trails and the main trail. There are a few hilly bits but it’s all worth it as we hike alongside the beautiful Pine River. We will also pass by the ruins of an old hydro plant. Bring sufficient water, a snack as needed, and bug spray/bug net.
- BTC: First Steps (New Hiker Intro)
11:00 AM-3:00 PM 08/29/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/btc-first-steps-new-hiker-intro/2026-08-29/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): The Hub @ Burlington Centre
www.burlingtoncentre.ca/the-hub Hike Leader(s): Joe Borges Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Distance: 0 Description
BRUCE TRAIL: FIRST STEPS (NEW HIKER INTRO)
An indoor educational workshop designed for absolute hiking newcomers, covering essentials like gear, packing, safety, tips and how to get started. Perfect for those new to hiking, this drop-in workshop demystifies getting started on the Bruce Trail. Topics include proper footwear, using trekking poles, what to pack and wear, trail etiquette, navigation basics, and safety tips, BTC App + Guide—all led by experienced Iroquoia volunteers.
Host: Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club Hike Program
Location: The Hub @ Burlington Centre (burlingtoncentre.ca/the-hub)
Timing: Saturday, August 29 / Drop-In 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Plus, receive a sticker for the BTC Passport to Nature.
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30 | 31 - Afternoon Hike – Crawford Lake (reservation required)
4:30 PM-6:00 PM 08/31/2026 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/afternoon-hike-crawford-lake-reservation-required-3/2026-08-31/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Afternoon/Evening Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 4:15 pm in the first parking lot at Crawford Lake. Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 5 kms Description
We will hike the loop around the park, which includes both side trails and main trail. And if the new boardwalk is finished, we’ll hike around the lake. Bring sufficient water and bug spray/bug net.
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