Niagara

9:00 Niagara On The Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 kms

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

9:00am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Corner of Niven Road and Lakeshore Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Park along Old Lakeshore Road.

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6km

Description

Explore a lakeshore park, shoreline and cliff top trail in Niagara-on-the-Lake. This beachcombing hike involves uneven ground, clambouring over fallen trees, a pebbly beach, sandy, wet and exposed areas. Hat, sunscreen and poles are highly recommended. Please note: This is not a maintained trail and some areas may have overhanging grass and shrubs.

9:00 Witch of Cave Spring Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Parking lot Quarry Road Beamsville

Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5 km

Description

Enjoy a beautiful hike through the autumn woods and learn about local historical and mystical lore while searching for the Witch of Cave Spring.

Complete this guided hike and count it towards the Screaming Tunnel Badge, more info on the badge requirements is here: https://niagarabrucetrail.club/badges/

Wearing a witch hat, while not required, is highly recommended!

Details:

This hike loops from Quarry Rd in Beamsville (limited parking, carpool if possible) along the Bruce Trail to Cave Spring Conservation area and back.

Note: The path to Cave Spring is quite rocky and has some hills. We recommend using hiking poles and wearing good hiking shoes is a must. Carry water and dress for changeable weather.

We will stop along the way at sites of interest and loop back to the car park on Quarry Rd. The loop is around 5 km. Please arrive by 8:50 to check in with the hike leader for departure at 9.