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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills, Wiley Road
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12km
Description
Hike around Short Hills main and side trails
Dress for the weather
Bring icers, poles and a drink
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park
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. Bring hiking boots, icers & water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Park near the Bruce Trail cairn, Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2km
Description
Winter End-to-End Hikes must be completed between December 21, 2021 to March 19, 2022. Bring $10 for the badge if once you have completed all 5 hikes.
Poles and icers recommended. Bring water and snack.
No Dogs.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Happy Rolph’s parking lot, 650 Read Rd., St. Catharines
Hike Leader(s): Larry Lloyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6k
Description
Semi-urban hike through Happy Rolph’s park down to the lake.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles and Icers
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. Bring hiking boots, icers and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km
Description
Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.
Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.
Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): meet in the parking lot near Queenston Heights Restaurant.
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8k
Description
Meet near the Bruce Trail cairn in Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway. Enter the park from the roundabout and take two immediate lefts to get to the cairn. Hikes are on mostly flat trails. Paid parking may apply. https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit-niagara-parks/plan-your-visit/annual-parking-pass/Niagara Parks Parking
Loop Hike from parking lot to Upper Canada Heritage Trail returning on paved track
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Entrance (15.2 km Map 2) Woodend Conservation Area off Taylor Rd
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15k
Description
Hike a loop from Woodend Conservation through hilly terrain to St Paul Ave, Niagara Falls. We will pass through the Screaming Tunnel and Fireman’s Park.
Hiking poles, gaiters & icers recommended depending upon weather.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot of Queenston Heights Park, near Queenston Heights Restaurant, 14184 Niagara Parkway, Niagara On The Lake
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15.2 km
Description
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2021 to March 19, 2022. Bring $10 for badge if you have completed all 5 hikes.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Queenston Heights Park — We’ll meet at the lawn between the restaurant and the washrooms.
Queenston Heights Park, 14184 Niagara Pkwy Niagara On The Lake (Map #1, 0.0 km).
Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8km
Description
Starting at Queenston Heights Park, we’ll be hiking across the park to the the main trail with a loop along the Upper Canada Heritage Trail. The trail is mostly moderate with two steep sections to get down the escarpment, and then back up again. Bring hiking boots, poles, ice cleats and be prepared for snow and/or ice. Note that there may be pay-for-parking at the trailhead.
Reminder: with the deep snow, this hike will be more strenuous than usual (and/or we may shorten the total distance that we can travel in 2 hours).
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park
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. Bring hiking boots, icers & water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Parking Lot on Merritt Island at the west end of cross street Welland
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7k
Description
Flat hike along paved trail alongside the Welland Canal. Dress for the weather.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles and Icers
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. Bring hiking boots, icers and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, Park on King St (at Centre) just outside the park
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing given that we will be stopping several times.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, Park on King St (at Centre) just outside the park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recongized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Bus
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on Veteran’s Lane, past tennis courts
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Kinsmen Park Frost Road Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Hike from the park along the main trail towards Cave Springs and on to Moyer Rd returning on a combination of side trails and the main trail
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):
Meet at DeCew House, DeCew Rd, Thorold. (Map 3, km 29.8) Carpool.
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17.5km
Description
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2021 to March 19, 2022. Bring $10 for badge if you have completed all 5 hikes.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Dufferin Islands, Niagara Parkway, south of the Falls
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Description
Meet at the bottom of Burning Springs Hill. Hike along the parkway, through parks and by the Falls.
Camera-friendly. Dress warmly.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park
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. Bring hiking boots, icers & water.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King St.
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km
Description
Snow Moon Night Hike – On the first half of the hike, take in the magic of the rising moon over the Commons and the Niagara River Parkway. Connect with your senses – sights, sounds, smells and the rhythm of your breath. On the last half of the hike, we will walk through the streets of Historic Old Town.
Bring a night light and dress for weather – counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes).
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Citizen Science
Location (Google Maps): Locus Grove Picnic Area, Queenston, ON
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles and Icers
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. Bring hiking boots, icers and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park, park on King St (at Centre St) just outside the entrance to the park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recongized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):
Veteran’s Memorial Park, Park on King St (at Centre) just outside the park
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing given that we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7 km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot of Queenston Heights Park, near Queenston Heights Restaurant, 14184 Niagara Parkway, Niagara On The Lake
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
In & Out Hike from parking lot through the town of Queenston to Brown’s Point along the Niagara River and back
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):
Meet- pkg lot, Quarry Rd., Beamsville. (Map 4, km 65.0) Carpool
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 14.8 km
Description
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2021 to March 19, 2022. Bring $10 for badge if you’ve done all 5 End to End hikes.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Parking Lot, Staff Ave, Jordan Station (Map 3).
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5k
Description
Connect to the main trail from the parking lot and follow Louth side trail in a loop to rejoin main trail back to staff avenue. Stop and view Louth falls.
Hiking Poles, gaiters, and icers recommended.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park
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. Bring hiking boots, icers & water.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): DeCew House, DeCew Rd., Thorold (map 3, 29.8 km)
Hike Leader(s): Larry Lloyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km
Description
This hike follows the main trail along Lake Moodie to the Morningstar Mill side trail, past Decew Falls to Morningstar Mill.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles and Icers
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Upper Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Trail. Bring hiking boots, icers and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park – Park on King St (at Centre St) just outside of the park.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7.5km
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recongized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. During this and the other hikes in this series, you will learn about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veteran’s Memorial Park. Park on King St. at Centre.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7.5 kms
Description
Since 1995, the government in Canada officially recognized February as Black History Month; a time when Canadians are invited to reflect, educate and engage in the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and discrimination. You will find out about some of those who fought enslavement, and how they were pivotal in shaping our society to be as diverse as it is today.
Wear extra warm clothing as we will be stopping several times. While the terrain is easy, consider bringing your walking sticks and/or footwear with micro spikes. Sidewalks and streets may be icy.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Centre Pelham Road Map 3.
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17k
Description
Hike from Rockway Falls to the main trail through Short Hills Provincial Park returning along the Swayze Falls Trail.
Hiking Poles, gaiters, and icers recommended. Drink & snack a must.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):
Meet at Rockway Community Center parking lot on 2021 Pelham Road, Lincoln. (Map 3, near km 45.1) Carpool.
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 20.2km
Description
We will be car pooling, Bring Icers and poles. No dogs. To earn your Niagara Winter End to End badge, it must be completed between December 21, 2021 to March 19, 2022. Bring $10 for badge if you have completed all 5 hikes.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Parking Lot on Merritt Island at the west end of cross street Welland
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7k
Description
Flat hike along paved trail alongside the Welland Canal