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All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
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Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Dufferin Islands Nature Park parking lot, near the intersection of Burning Springs Hill and the Niagara Parkway. There is a parking fee. Parking passes recommended.
Hike Leader(s): Dan Wilson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 15km
Description
From Queen Victoria Park to Niagara Falls State Park and back again! We will start on the Canadian side, hike through Dufferin Islands, view the waterfalls of Niagara and then cross the Rainbow Bridge to see them all from the American side!
You will need your passport and $1 to cross the Rainbow Bridge. You may also be required to present your vaccination status upon request at the border.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k
Description
Discover the history of the 19th Century Quarry Pioneers and the Cave Spring Witch.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area in Lincoln.
Between Balls Falls and Rockway along the Bruce Trail.
Small parking lot but has roadside parking
Hike Leader(s): Nolan Repovs Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 3 km
Description
Ages 18-25 only
Join us at Louth Conservation Area for a youth hike! A great chance to connect with like minded young people, and possibly network, or just enjoy the hike.
It’s looking like it will be just above zero degrees, and we can expect it to be very muddy!
We will meet at the parking lot for noon
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Third Line by Charles Hildebrandt side trail (km 16.3) carpool to Hilton Falls Conservation area at the end of Appleby Line (paid parking)
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16.3
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Center
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km
Description
Explore Rockway and Louth Conservation area Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and Dress for the weather, Icers and layers/p>
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, 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 Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): locust grove parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8k
Description
Meet at |Locust Grove parking lot. We will walk through the village, agricultural land and onto the escarpment to return us to Queenston Heights.
Bring poles, water and snack and dress for weather.
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 icers and dress for the weather
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 the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots and 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 – Take in the magic of the 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: Hike
Location (Google Maps):
Grimsby Lion’s Pool, Elm St Map 5
Hike Leader(s): Bruce Manion Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km
Description
This is an annual hike that Bruce and Dan Led for many years. Hike to Lake Ontario and back, then up to Beamers Conservation for the Annual Hawkwatch Open House with birds of prey demos and many naturalist organizations in attendance.
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: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Jaycee Gardens Park, 543 Ontario St., St Catharines, L2N 4N4
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 10 km
Description
This urban hike will form a loop, first crossing over Martindale Pond, then winding through town to the Green Ribbon Trail and then back close to Lake Ontario.
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Eight Line and 27 Sideroad (parking lot at km 33.4) Carpool to Third Line (km 16.3)
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 17.1
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Center
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km
Description
Explore Rockway and Louth Conservation area Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and Dress for the weather, Icers and layers/p>
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, 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 Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig 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 and dress for the weather
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 the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St (close to the entrance 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.
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: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Kingsbridge Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 27km
Description
This is a self led hike
Meet at Kingsbridge Park at 6:45 a.m. You will be bussed to Fort George. Hike from Fort George to Kingsbridge Park , approximately 27 km. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking. 2 checkpoints along the way.
Masks are optional on buses.
Registration is $50 for one day. Fee includes bus and checkpoints .
Event Co-ordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2023-04-15 at 06:45
2023-04-16 at 06:30
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa, Ont
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 54 km
Description
This is a self led hike
Hike the entire length of the Niagara Parkway, from Fort George to Fort Erie, over two days. Enjoy approximately 27KM each day of beautiful river scenery. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking.
Meet at Kingsbridge Park each day at 6:45. You will be bussed to starting point each day.
Masks are optional on buses.
Registration is $65 (members) or $75 (non-members). Fee includes bus, checkpoints and badge.
Event Co-ordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Hike to about Victoria Ave. and back
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 15
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):
Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa, Ontario
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 27km
Description
This is a self led hike
Meet at Kingsbridge Park at 6:45. You will be bussed to Old Fort Erie. Hike back to Kingsbridge Park from Old Fort Erie, approximately 27KM. Terrain is flat with mostly paved paths. 2 checkpoints along the way.
Masks are optional on buses.
Registration is $50. (members) , $60 (non-members) for 1 day. Fee includes bus and checkpoints .
Event Co-ordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): St. John’s Conservation Area parking lot
Hike Leader(s): Nolan Repovs Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 2 km
Description
Ages 18-25 only
A great chance to connect with like minded young people, and possibly network, or just enjoy the hike.
Might be sprinkling
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Boston Mill Rd. (km 48.3) West of Mississauga rd. carpool to Eight Line and 27 Side Rd.
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16.4
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Center
Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10km
Description
Explore Rockway and Louth Conservation area Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and Dress for the weather, Icers and layers/p>
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, St. Catharines
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6km
Description
Hike the trails in Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry Naturalization Site, off St. David’s Rd and east of Glenridge Ave.
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7.5 kms
Description
Hike around the Glenridge Quarry site to join the main trail around Brock University. Hopefully the daffodils will be in bloom and we can see how the cherry blossoms are progressing on the university grounds. The attached image is from 2017 so we’ll see how and/or if things have changed. Please note: Come prepared for mud on some of the trail.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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 and dress for the weather
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 the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots 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 at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre parking lot, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls. There is a parking fee. Parking passes recommended.
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 millions of years, 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 water, gaiters and hiking poles, if necessary. Dress appropriately.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Decew House behind Brock
Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 km.
Description
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Willoughby Rd. and Escarpment Sideroad (km 16.1) carpool to Creditview Rd. (km 0.0)East of Boston Mills Rd.
Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 16.1
Description
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps): Rockway Community Center
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km
Description
Explore Rockway and Louth Conservation area Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack and Dress for the weather, Icers and layers/p>
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Rotary Park, 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 Rotary Park. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Locust Grove Picnic Area
Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 8 km
Description
Follow the Niagara Parkway Recreational Trail to see the spring flowers and blossoms along the way and at the Botanical Gardens. Hikers will also experience “Niagara Strait”, a large-scale sculpture comprised of stainless steel walls, which mimic the sheer walls of the Niagara Gorge, creating a dramatic sense of entry to Niagara Parks’ Botanical Gardens. Inspired by the seldom seen depths of the Great Gorge, the open interior of the installation invites visitors to explore the smooth, yet rugged walls and view this artistic piece from every angle, before beginning their adventure and enjoyment of the grounds of the Botanical Gardens.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps):
We will meet at gravel parking lot on Park Road South, Grimsby just down the hill from Ridge Road.
Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: ~4 km
Description
GARLIC MUSTARD HIKES – Join us & HELP US FILL THE CRIB! We will hike in from Ridge Road – picking the invasive garlic mustard & greater celandine along the trail side along the way – bring a bag to fill (reusable grocery bag or garbage bag work well). Once we hike into the crib location we will dump our bags into the crib and pick garlic mustard in that area for a while & then hike back out. There are lots of spring ephemerals along the way to admire – mayapples, trout lilies, wild ginger and many others – reducing the invasive species will give these natives a chance to thrive!
Long sleeves are recommended & don’t forget your work gloves.
If parking fills up at the bottom of the hill there is room for a couple of cars to park at the trail head at Ridge Road.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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 and dress for the weather
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 the main trail and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots and water.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St, Niagara-on-the-Lake (near the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park)
Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6 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.
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: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow
Hike Leader(s): Sheila Massey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 9 km
Description
Hiking from Jordan Hollow up to Balls Falls and through Jordan Village. Bring water and snacks. This can be a challenging where we will hike up the escarpment and over rocks.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at the gravel parking lot on Park Rd South, Grimsby just down the hill from Ridge Rd.
Hike Leader(s): Michele Altobelli Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Approximately 4km
Description
Join us to HELP FILL THE CRIB!!
We will hike in from Ridge Road picking invasive garlic mustard and greater celandine along the way (reusable grocery bags or garbage bags work well). Once at the crib location, we will dump our bags and pick garlic mustard in that area for a while, dump it, then hike back out. Plenty of native spring plants to admire along the way – reducing invasive species will give these species a chance to thrive!
- students under 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian on this hike ( please refer to the BTC link https://brucetrailorg.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/VOL.05.01_Minors_Volunteering_Policy_-_Approved_February_2016.pdf )
- students wishing to receive community service hours (3Hours) MUST bring service forms from school
- you must register and submit a completed waiver for this hike
- Please wear clothes for work – long pants tucked into socks, appropriate footwear (no sandals), long sleeves and work gloves
- please bring empty bags for collecting