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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: 10km
Description
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and bug spray
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Provincial Park – Wiley Road Parking Lot
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~10km
Description
Weekly Bluebird Box Monitoring throughout Short Hills Provincial Park from March – August.
We monitor & maintain 74 bluebird boxes throughout the park, we hike approximately 10 km over approximately 3 hours depending on how many volunteers we have. There are several bluebird trails throughout the park – we will be travelling off the beaten path. Bring gloves, water, snacks & a Robertson screwdriver. Hiking footwear required and be prepared for ticks – socks tucked into pants, gaiters work well, bug spray with DEET & check thoroughly after the hike.
This is a slower paced hike – we enjoy checking out the flora & fauna along the way but it is about 10 km of tougher trails.
Contact me with any questions aliciaaitchison1@gmail.com
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
Description
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
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
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: 10k
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, snack and a drink
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
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Side Trail. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Park just outside Veteran’s Memorial Park at King St & Centre St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 to 7km
Description
Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Old Glendale Rd, off Glendale Rd., St Catharines, On
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 16K
Description
From Old Glendale Road parking lot hike north via the Twelve Trail, south to Rotary Park via the Participak Trail and back to parking lot. Bring hat, water, sunscreen and bug spray
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Wiley Road Short Hills
Hike Leader(s): Mark Casburn Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km
Description
Explore the various trails of Short Hills Provincial Park.
Bring poles, plenty of water, a snack and bug spray.
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: 7k
Description
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Fireman’s Park corner of Dorchester and Mountain Rds, Niagara Falls, Upper Parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7.6 km
Description
Hike though wooded trail to Main Trail and loop back to parking lot.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7k
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Side Trail. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
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
Sunset & Moonrise Night Hike – Take in the magic of the setting sun and rising moon over Lake Ontario and the Niagara River. This hike includes a stop to connect with your senses – sights, sounds, smells and the rhythm of your breath. Counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes).
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
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 km
Description
Enjoy the benefits of pausing for a yoga practice as we tour through the trails, parkland and Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. No mat required. Movement will focus on a flow of standing poses designed especially for hikers. 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: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site, 1860 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, On
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3 km
Description
A leisurely stroll along the trails of Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Wiley Road Short Hills
Hike Leader(s): Mark Casburn Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km
Description
Explore the various trails of Short Hills Provincial Park.
Bring poles, plenty of water, a snack and bug spray.
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
Description
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Chippawa Park Community Centre Parking Lot, Welland
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6k
Description
It will be an urban hike.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Side Trail. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): King St at Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 to 7km
Description
Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 8215 Heartland Forest Rd. Niagara Falls On
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3k
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Wiley Road Short Hills Provincial Park
Hike Leader(s): Mark Casburn Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km
Description
A hike through the beautiful trails of Short Hills Provincial Park
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
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 water, snack and bug spray
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
Description
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot Pelham Municipal Building, 20 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill, On
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5km
Description
Urban Hike, some sidewalk and Steve Bauer paths.
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: 10k
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, snack and a drink
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Hike along the Jordan Creek to Balls Falls or the Jim Rainforth Side Trail. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): King St at Centre St, just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5 to 7km
Description
Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Pelham Road Parking Lot
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15k
Description
Explore the main trail and numerous side trails around Short Hills Provincial Park. Includes visits to Terrace Creek Falls, Swayze Falls and Hemlock Valley. Bring Poles, Water, Sunscreen and snacks
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): 2370 Decew Road, Fonthill, On
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
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: 6k
Description
Connect to the main trail from the parking lot and follow Louth side trail and the new
Lower Falls Side Trail
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
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 water, snack and bug spray
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
Description
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills. Bring hiking boots, water and mosquito repellent. Be sure to check yourself for ticks after the hike!
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Harold Black Park, 953 Haist St, Fonthill, ON L0S 1E4
Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5k
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
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: 12k
Description
Hike from Rockway Falls to the Short Hills on main trail and side trails return