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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click hereHosting 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
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and icers.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Kinsman Park Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Please note that I am moving the hike location for this coming Thursday and the next couple of weeks due to the ice conditions and my desire to prevent hikers ending up in the river. The temporary location will be Kinsman Park. Same time, same distance. Hope to see you there
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
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: 5.2km
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: 5.2 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. This hike will give us an opportunity to celebrate the strength and perseverance of the early Black community here in Upper Canada.
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.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls. Parking fees may be applicable.
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 11km
Description
Hike deep in the Niagara Gorge, along stairways cut into the rock and rugged paths that wind through this pristine pocket of Carolinian Forest. View ancient geological formations and fossils dating back to when this was a sub-tropical sea. Look for wild flora and fauna while hiking along the turbulent rapids of the Niagara River. This is a strenuous hike and there is a good chance hikers will get wet! Bring icers, gaiters and hiking poles, if necessary. Dress appropriately.
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): Alan Laver 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: 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
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry, Thorold
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Hike the trails around Glenridge quarry
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather Note that this location will remain in place until Short Hills dries up a tad
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and icers.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Wiley Rd. entrance to Short Hills. Map 3 35.2km
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Loop Hike in Short Hills following Main trail and Black Walnut Side trail.
Hiking poles, gaiters & icers recommended depending upon weather.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Kinsman Park Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Please note that I am moving the hike location for this coming Thursday and the next couple of weeks due to the ice conditions and my desire to prevent hikers ending up in the river. The temporary location will be Kinsman Park. Same time, same distance. Hope to see you there
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):
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: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):
Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 14.6 km
Description
Car Pool from Woodend to Decew House and Hike along the Trail at Brock and alongside the Canal towards Woodend If you have completed all 5 hikes bring $10 for badge
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Entrance (15.2 km Map 2) Woodend Conservation Area off Taylor Rd
Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford 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.
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2022-03-13 at 11:30
at 11:30
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake and carpool to Laura Secord Homestead
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17km
Description
Earn the NEW Laura Secord badge in two hikes! The first day is about 17km. Poles recommended. May need icers. Bring water and food. Carpool (with mask) to Laura Secord homestead.
The second hike is Sunday March 20 at 11:30am.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Decew House, Decew Rd., Thorold, On (Map 3, km 29.8)
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5.3km
Description
This hike follows the main trail along Moody lake to the Morningstar Mill side trail, past the DeCew Falls to Morningstar Mill.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry Thorold
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Hike the trails around Glenridge Quarry. Note that this location will continue until Short Hills Dries out a TAD
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and icers.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 4-5 km
Description
Looking for some March Break fun? Join us for a Youth/Family nature hike led by BTC Ecologist, Mara McHaffie. This is the first of two youth hikes during March Break. We will meet at the Taylor Road parking lot at Woodend Conservation Area and enjoy a leisurely paced (approximately 3km/hr) 90 minute hike on the main Bruce Trail as well as on the Wetland Ridge Side trail. There will be some hills, beautiful forest, wetlands & vineyard vistas. Mara will help us identify all kinds of interesting flora & fauna throughout the nature hike.
During this hike youth hikers will be encouraged to think about how they are using their 5 senses during the hike & after the hike they can do a small write up or drawing of how they used their 5 senses during the hike & bring this to the second hike to earn their Young Nature Blazers Badge. Youth hikers that earn both the Young Nature Blazers Badge and the Young Trail Blazers Badge will receive a copy of Birthday Boots, by Cindy Conlon, a delightful tale of a young family’s first hike on the Bruce Trail.
All youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and the registration process must be completed for each family member separately, including children, so we have an accurate head count. Participant numbers are limited. Use your membership number for any youth you will be bringing.
If you are new to Bruce Trail hikes please review the Know Before You Go section on brucetrail.org to ensure you are prepared for your hiking adventure & familiar with hiking responsibly & safely in the time of Covid-19. Bring snacks & water.
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
Moonlight 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).
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Decew House parking lot, Decew Road, Thorold (map 3, 29.8 km)
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Description
This hike follows the main trail, along Lake Moodie to the Laura Secord Bridge, and then to Morningstar Mill and Decew Falls.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Kinsman Park Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Please note that I am moving the hike location for this coming Thursday and the next couple of weeks due to the ice conditions and my desire to prevent hikers ending up in the river. The temporary location will be Kinsman Park. Same time, same distance. Hope to see you there
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): Meet on King St near Centre St. Just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7km
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, NOTL12
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Provincial Park, Wiley Road Parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 4-5 km
Description
Looking for some March Break fun? Join us for a Youth/Family nature hike led by BTC Ecologist, Mara McHaffie. This is the second of two youth hikes during March Break. We will meet at the Wiley Road parking lot of Short Hills Provincial Park and enjoy a leisurely paced (approximately 3km/hr) 90 minute hike on the main Bruce Trail as well as the Rim of Africa Friendship Trail loop. Mara will help us identify all kinds of interesting flora & fauna throughout the nature hike.
During this hike youth hikers can earn their Young Trail Blazers Badge and hikers that participated in the first hike can bring their write up or drawing of how they used their 5 senses during the hike & also earn their Young Nature Blazers Badge. Youth hikers that earn both the Young Nature Blazers Badge and the Young Trail Blazers Badge will receive a copy of Birthday Boots, by Cindi Conlon, a delightful tale of a young family’s first hike on the Bruce Trail. Please bring $4 for each badge (correct change only please).
All youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and the registration process must be completed for each family member separately, including children, so we have an accurate head count. Participant numbers are limited. Use your membership number for any youth you will be bringing.
If you are new to Bruce Trail hikes please review the Know Before You Go section on brucetrail.org to ensure you are prepared for your hiking adventure & familiar with hiking responsibly & safely in the time of Covid-19. Bring snacks and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps):
Queenston Heights Park, South Terminus Cairn, 14184 Niagara Pkwy Niagara On The Lake (Map #1, 0.0 km).
Hike Leader(s): Bryon Robertson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 12.4 km
Description
Meet at the parking lot near the Cairn and Car Pool to General Brock Side Trail Parking Area on Niagara River east of the john street intersection. One of the longer hikes for the side trail badge. Remember to take pictures. Trail heads on the westside of the Niagara Parkway and follows the Niagara River.
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): Alan Laver 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: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at DeCew House Heritage Park, DeCew Rd, Thorold. Carpool to Woodend.
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 14km
Description
Park at DeCew House Heritage Park, carpool (with masks) to Woodend Conservation. Poles recommended. May need icers. Bring water and food.
If you have completed both hikes, you will be able to purchase the NEW badge. Bring $10.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Decew House, Decew Rd., Thorold, On (Map 3, km 29.8)
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5.3km
Description
This hike follows the main trail along Moody lake to the Morningstar Mill side trail, past the DeCew Falls to Morningstar Mill.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Glenridge Quarry, Thorold
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Hike the trails around Glenridge Quarry. Note that this location will continue until Short Hills Dries out a TAD
Bring Poles and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and icers.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry parking lot, St. David’s Rd., Map 3
Hike Leader(s): Larry Lloyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Description
A combination of open trails with spectacular views across Lake Ontario and wooded trails including the main trail.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, 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):
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
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls. Parking fees may be applicable.
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 11km
Description
Hike deep in the Niagara Gorge, along stairways cut into the rock and rugged paths that wind through this pristine pocket of Carolinian Forest. View ancient geological formations and fossils dating back to when this was a sub-tropical sea. Look for wild flora and fauna while hiking along the turbulent rapids of the Niagara River. This is a strenuous hike and there is a good chance hikers will get wet! Bring icers, gaiters and hiking poles, if necessary. Dress appropriately.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Hike Leader(s): Mark Casburn Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km
Description
This will be a brisk walk exploring some of the trails of Short Hills. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Short Hills can be quite muddy if there is a Spring thawout. Hiking poles and hiking shoes/boots are recommended.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry, Thorold
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12k
Description
Hike the trails around Glenridge Quarry. Note that this location will continue until Short Hills Dries out a TAD
Bring Poles and Icers and dress for the weather
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, Pelham Road, St Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms
Description
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and icers.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Kinsman Park parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Michelle Poustie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6-7 KM
Description
A beautiful hike on the trail. We will pass lovely vineyards, creek beds and farmers fields. There will be a teeny tiny bit of road walking on this hike. Hiking boots and poles highly recommended as the terrain can be extremely slippery if wet. Please bring water and dress in layers.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 12k
Description
From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, 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.