Join us for a hike! Registration required:
All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.
TIP: The calendar view displays up to 7 hikes on a day, but often there are more. Click “More events” to see them all.
To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 10September 10, 2023
Hiking 101 - Fall Session, 3 hikes
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-101-fall-session-3-hikes/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Register
Location (Google Maps): Various locations. First location is Queenston Heights Park, near the Bruce Trail cairn.Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6kmDescription
In this “Introduction to Hiking” series of workshops we will share the many joys of hiking. You will learn how to prepare for a hike; safety issues that might be involved, what to bring on the trail, reading the blazes and maps; and the different types of hikes offered by Niagara Bruce Trail Club. Each workshop will include a 20-minute presentation and question-and-answer period, followed by a 1.5hr hike. Wear sturdy walking shoes (if you have them) and clothing appropriate for the weather. Bring water.
Location of workshops:
Sep 10 – Queenston Heights Park, Niagara Parkway. Enter the park at the roundabout, make first left and an immediate left to see the cairn. Park next to the Bruce Trail Cairn. Paid parking.
Sep 17 – Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Park at the entrance to the park, near Taylor Rd.
Sep 24 – Kinsmen Park, 3820 Frost Rd, Beamsville.
We recommend participation in all three workshops but all/any are optional.
This course is open to members and non-members. Cost is $30 for members, $40 for non-members. Upon completion of ALL three workshops participants will receive an NBTC neck scarf free ($15 value). No refunds.
Sessions are conducted rain or shine.
- 11September 11, 2023
9:30 Queenston Heights
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/930-queenston-heights/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): locust grove parkingHike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9kDescription
We will meet in the locust grove parking lot and hike the Main Bruce Trail towards St. Pauls Street and back.Please bring water and a snack and be prepared for the weather.
Poles and bug spray suggested.
- 12September 12, 2023
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-31/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike
Bring Poles water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-pelham-road-short-hills-59/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial ParkHike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring water and bug spray. - 13September 13, 2023No events
- 14September 14, 2023
8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-jordan-to-moyer-louth-58/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Location (Google Maps):
Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10kDescription
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, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike, Jordan Hollow
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-jordan-hollow-74/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan StationHike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6kDescription
Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Balls Falls. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. - 15September 15, 2023
9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-some-yoga-15/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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 kmDescription
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. - 16September 16, 2023
8:30 Welland Canals Hike #1 New Badge!!!!
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-welland-canals-hike-1-new-badge/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Parking lot at Allanburg Bridge, Lundy’s Lane, Allanburg, ONHike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 18.9 kmDescription
Be one of the first to earn NBTC’s new Welland Canals Badge! This is the first of 4 hikes needed to earn the new badge. It is a long hike, but fairly flat and mostly on pavement. You will get a flavour of all 4 Welland Canals during the hike. Please refer to the Badge section of the NBTC website for information about all 4 hikes and the required pictures.