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September | September | September | 1 | 2  8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area 8:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-cave-spring-conservation-area-14/2025-10-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k Description
This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack bug spray, sunscreen and a drink. Dress for the weather
 Hiking in and around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 10/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-10/2025-10-02/
| 3  9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour 9:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/03/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-45/2025-10-03/  Click here for more information or to register 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
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5  Bruce Trail Day: Bus transportation 8:45 AM-12:15 PM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-bus-transportation/2025-10-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Bus
Location (Google Maps): Pick up location 1 – 8:45 am: Bridges Niagara, 85 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, L2R 3C7
Pick up location 2 – 9:15 am: Victoria Avenue Library, 4848 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, L2E 4C5
Pick up location 3 – 9:30 am: MacBain Community Centre, 7150 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls, L2H 3N3 Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Description
This Bruce Trail Day, we have limited spots available in a chartered bus for those unable to drive to Niagara College. The bus has been generously supported by the GreenBelt Foundation in hope that we can make this wonderful event more accessible to community members. The bus will make three stops, and if you register here you can board at any location. You must register in advance to ensure space on the bus – if you are bringing friends or family please register for each person. Please note the following pick up times as the bus will adhere to the schedule on time as follows: Pick up location 1 – 8:45 am: Bridges Niagara, 85 Church Street, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, L2R 3C7
Pick up location 2 – 9:15 am: Victoria Avenue Library, 4848 Victoria Ave, Niagara Falls, L2E 4C5
Pick up location 3 – 9:30 am: MacBain Community Centre, 7150 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls, L2H 3N3 The bus will take you to Niagara College and you can choose from any of the 10 am hikes on the schedule or just hang out at the information fair highlighting Niagara Bruce Trail activities and community partners including Bridges Niagara, PFLAG Niagara, the Peninsula Field Naturalists, Niagara Geopark, and NBTC volunteers sharing about how to get started hiking through our Hiking 101 as well as highlighting the amazing work done to maintain the trail in Niagara. The bus will then go back to each location, departing Niagara College at 12:15, arriving back approximately as follows: - 12:30 – MacBain Community Centre
- 12:45 – Victoria Ave Library
- 1:00 – Bridges Niagara
Hope to see you there!
 Bruce Trail Day: Longer Hike 9:00 AM-11:00 AM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-longer-hike-2/2025-10-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College Garden Nursery, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-lake (near the Outlet Collection at Niagara Mall and White Oaks Conference Resort and Spa, just off the QEW) Look for the poster that says “Longer Hike” Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Fast
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 km Description
Join us on Bruce Trail Day for a longer hike in the beautiful natural environment of Niagara. The theme for Bruce Trail Day is MAKING CONNECTIONS ON THE BRUCE TRAIL This hike celebrates the unifying and connecting power of nature to bring us all together. We will take trails around Woodend towards fireman’s Park and then enjoy light food and drinks as part of the Bruce Trail Day celebration. This hike is suitable for experienced hikers, or anyone who wants to explore the trails at a faster pace. The terrain is a mix of relatively flat trail around the wetlands and some rocky path with some ups and downs on the Bruce Trail. Advance registration is encouraged, but it is also possible to show up and register on-site. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled hike time to check in with the hike leaders. We will meet by the Niagara college greenhouse, look for the poster that says LONGER HIKE.
- Bruce Trail Day – 9:30am Nature Hike
9:30 AM-11:00 AM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-930am-nature-hike-2/2025-10-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College – Meet near the NC Greenhouse Look for the poster that says NATURE HIKE Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km Description
NATURE HIKE Join us on Bruce Trail Day for a Nature Hike to learn more about the nature along the Niagara Escarpment. We will be joined by Darren Platakis, from GeoParks. Helen and Darren will explore the Woodend Trails. Hiking boots and poles are recommend as the terrain is rocky in sections.
- Bruce Trail Day – 10:00am BIODIVERSITY Hike
10:00 AM-11:15 AM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-1000am-biodiversity-hike/2025-10-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College – Meet near the NC Greenhouse Hike Leader(s): Adam Brylowski, Lynskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km Description
NATURE HIKE Join us on Bruce Trail Day for a Nature Hike to learn more about the biodiversity along the Niagara Escarpment. We will explore the trails throughout the Wetland Ridge and Woodend Trails Hiking boots and poles are recommend as the terrain is rocky in sections.
- Bruce Trail Day: RAINBOW/ WELCOME Hike
10:00 AM-11:15 AM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-rainbow-welcome-hike/2025-10-05/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College Garden Nursery, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-lake (near the Outlet Collection at Niagara Mall and White Oaks Conference Resort and Spa, just off the QEW) Look for the poster that says RAINBOW HIKE Hike Leader(s): Angela Lytle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 4 km Description
Description:
This hike is a welcoming space for 2S-LGBTQIA+ folks, friends, family and allies! Offered in
collaboration with Bridges Niagara and PFLAG Niagara.
Join us on Bruce Trail Day for a hike in the beautiful natural environment of Niagara. The theme
for Bruce Trail Day is MAKING CONNECTIONS ON THE BRUCE TRAIL. This hike celebrates
the unifying and connecting power of nature to bring us all together.
We will take a hike together on trails around Niagara College/Woodend Conservation Area, and
then enjoy light food and drinks and explore the information tables as part of the Bruce Trail Day
celebration. The Niagara Falls bookmobile will also be on site!
Hike details:
This hike is suitable for anyone who wants to explore the trails at a moderate pace. The terrain
is a mix of relatively flat trail around the wetlands and then we will ascend a rocky path with
some ups and downs on the escarpment along the Bruce Trail.
Note that it is not suitable terrain for anyone with significant mobility challenges due to rocky
sections of the path and the elevation associated with crossing the escarpment – the Easy Does
it Hike on the schedule for Bruce Trail Day would be a more suitable option.
Children are welcome with a guardian.
Important note: BTC Rainbow stickers will be available for all hikers and those hiking for the first
time on the Bruce Trail can earn the special "My First Hike" badge by participating in this hike.
In order to be comfortable on the hike, please:
Wear comfortable, hiking shoes or boots (rocky terrain and some mud is possible)
Comfortable clothing, be prepared for weather changes
Carry water for drinking
A hat and insect repellent
Hiking poles are recommended for going up and down the escarpment on the trails
Advance registration is encouraged, but it is also possible to show up and register on-site.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled hike time to check in with the hike leaders. We
will meet by the Niagara college greenhouse – look for the RAINBOW HIKE sign when you
arrive. Note: Free bus transportation may be available for those who need it with central pick up
locations in St. Catharines or Niagara Falls. Please contact the hike leader for details if you
want to take the chartered bus to and from Bruce Trail Day.
- Celebrate Bruce Trail Day with an EASY DOES IT FAMILY HIKE
10:00 AM-11:00 AM 10/05/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/celebrate-bruce-trail-day-with-an-easy-does-it-family-hike/2025-10-05/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Leisurely
Location (Google Maps): Niagara College Garden Nursery parking lot, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-lake Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 3Km Description
Time: 10am to 11:00 am. It’s approximately one hour, 3 km hike. Gentle hikers and school aged children accompanied with an adult are very welcome. Please, wear sturdy shoes for our walk around the Wetland path, time permitting, we’ll walk a little on the main path. Please stay after the hike and join us with a light refreshment. We will have a displays of things to know and do on the Niagara Bruce Trail.
| 6 - 8:30 am Hydro Hill Training
8:30 AM-9:30 AM 10/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-am-hydro-hill-training-9/2025-10-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Lockhart Drive, St Catharines, by the large yellow swing gate. Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6 kms Description
This challenging “hike” is intended for those wishing to train for future challenging hikes. Choose your own pace to go up and down the moderately steep hill over 60 minutes. The terrain is a hard packed gravel surface. Feel free to bring light weights to increase the intensity of your training. Bring water, hiking poles, snack and dress for the weather.
| 7 | 8 | 9 - 8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area
8:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-cave-spring-conservation-area-15/2025-10-09/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10k Description
This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather
- Hiking in and around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 10/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-9/2025-10-09/
| 10 - Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour – Butler History
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/10/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-butler-history/2025-10-10/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-Lake Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6km Description
Who was John Butler and why are there so many places and things named after him? We will walk around town to explore the history on NOTL. Plan to stay after the hike to social with a coffee or treat at Sweets & Swirls Cafe, inside the Community Centre, 14 Anderson Lane, NOTL
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12 | 13 | 14 | 15 - EASY DOES IT HIKE, Merritt Island
9:00 AM-10:15 AM 10/15/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/easy-does-it-hike-merritt-island/2025-10-15/ - Hike & Picnic
11:00 AM-2:00 AM 10/15/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hike-picnic/2025-10-15/
| 16 | 17 - 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/17/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-46/2025-10-17/  Click here for more information or to register 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
| 18  Invasive Plant Removal 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 10/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/invasive-plant-removal/2025-10-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): St. Paul Nature Reserve – parking on road side on St.Paul Ave, Niagara Falls, just North of the rail road tracks. Hike Leader(s): Michele Altobelli Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing Description
This work party is to continue with our invasive buckthorn removal at St. Paul Nature Reserve.
We are hoping to get lots of volunteers out and tackle this area in one work party per year.
Volunteers make a difference – come out & join us! Invasive buckthorn removal methods vary based on how big the buckthorn is – small plants can be pulled by hand and hung upside down so the roots dry out and die. Medium sized plants are removed with the help of extractigators – special shovel like tools that make pulling much easier. Large buckthorn “trees” must be cut with a chainsaw. We will be focusing on removing small and medium shrubs on this day, while certified sawyers will tackle the larger trees on a different date.
Plan on arriving so we can all walk in together at 10am but it’s an easy walk out if anybody wants to leave after a shorter amount of time.
Remember to wear long pants, long sleeves, work gloves, bring lots of water & bring a lunch if you are staying for the duration! - Students under 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/guardian on this hike (please refer to the BTC link https://brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/VOL.05.01_Minors_Volunteering_Policy_-_Approved_February_2016.pdf )
- 16 or more but under 18? Bring a waiver signed by a guardian.
- students wishing to receive community service hours (4Hours max) must bring service forms from school.
- Please wear clothes for work – long pants tucked into socks, appropriate footwear (no sandals), long sleeves and work gloves
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19 - Vieni Estates Bruce Trail Hike and Sampling
10:00 AM-1:00 AM 10/19/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/vieni-estates-bruce-trail-hike-and-sampling/2025-10-19/ Hike open to BTC Members only. Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Start in the parking lot of the Vieni Estates winery.
4553 Fly Rd, Beamsville, Lincoln, Ontario L0R 1B2 Canada Hike Leader(s): Jackson Hudecki, Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: Between 2-4km Description
Join Niagara’s Sam Rutherford and BTC’s Jackson Hudecki on a morning outing, beginning and ending at the Vieni Estates winery. Celebrating years of collaboration, we will enjoy a short hike of the Bruce Trail followed by sampling wine and food provided by the good people of Vieni estates. Extending a discount on all Bruce Trail wines on Sunday October 19th only. Registration required Sunday, October 19th 10:00am-11:30am hike 11:30am-1:00pm sampling
- Behind Brock
10:00 AM-12:00 PM 10/19/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/behind-brock-4/2025-10-19/   Hiking 101 October 19, 26, November 2, 2025 1:00 PM-3:30 PM 10/19/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-101-october-19-26-november-2025/2025-10-19/ This is a Multi-Day HikeYou are signing up for the following dates and times:
2025-10-19 at 13:00
2025-10-19 at 13:00
2025-11-02 at 13:00 Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): October 19: Kinsmen Park, Frost Rd, Beamsville
October 26: Louth Conservation Area
November 2: Queenston Heights Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5 km Description
Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike. If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear, and what to take along, this is the course for you. The course is 3 Sunday afternoon sessions with a combination of workshop/Q& A followed by short hikes along the trail. Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes. Time: 1:00 – 3:30 pm Meeting locations: Sunday, October 19- Kinsmen Park, Kinsmen Rd & Frost Rd., Beamsville N 43.146108 W 79.475609 Sunday, October 26- Louth Conservation Area, parking lot off of Staff Avenue, Louth, 500 m north of Pelham Rd (Regional Road 69) N 43.121706 W 79.351235 Sunday, November 2 – Queenston Height Park, near the Bruce Trail Cairn N 43.157826 W 79.052045 Registration is Members $30 Non Members $40 Upon completing the three sessions, you will receive a FREE tube scarf ($15 value)
| 20 | 21  Niagara End-to-End #1 of 6 – NEW DATE 8:30 AM-1:30 PM 10/21/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-end-to-end-1-of-6/2025-10-21/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot in Woodend Conservation Area – enter from Taylor Road, 140 m north Warner Road. Park in the lot closest to where the main trip crosses – the furthest from the park entrance. Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 13.7 km Description
NOTE – This hike has been reschuduled to occur on Tuesday October 21 instead of Oct 20. This is an End-to-End hike series to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail in 6 hikes. Join for all or as many hikes as desired. This first hike of the series will start at the stone cairn in Queenston, which is also the southern terminus of the entire Bruce Trail, and finish at Woodend Conservation Area. Weather conditions in the fall can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day. Insects, particularly ticks, are still active in the fall months, so take appropriate precautions to avoid them including using repellant and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are recommended. Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 8:30 a.m. sharp. Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.
- 9:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills NEW TIME
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 10/21/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-2/2025-10-21/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver 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, , snack, and dress for the weather
- 9:15 Short Hike – Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
9:15 AM-10:45 AM 10/21/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-31/2025-10-21/
| 22 | 23 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area NEW TIME
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 10/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-conservation-area-new-time-2/2025-10-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k Description
This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather
- Hiking in and around Jordan
9:15 AM-11:00 AM 10/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-12/2025-10-23/
| 24 - Virgil & Mennonite History
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/24/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/virgil-mennonite-history/2025-10-24/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park in Centennial Sports Park, 1565 Four Mile Creek Rd, Virgil. (Behind Meridian Credit Union Arena) Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6km Description
We explore Virgil while learning about the Mennonite history of the area. Plan to go to Sweets & Swirls afterward to have coffee or treat. 14 Anderson Lane, NOTL
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26 - 10:00 Witch of Cave Spring Hike
10:00 AM-12:30 PM 10/26/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-witch-of-cave-spring-hike/2025-10-26/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Caledon Hills
Category: In and Out
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 runs along the escarpment edge and is quite rocky and has some hills. We can adjust the pace but be prepared for some rocky, uneven footing and clambering up and down. 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 9:50 to check in with the hike leader for departure at 10.
| 27 - Niagara End-to-End #2 of 6
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 10/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-end-to-end-2-of-6/2025-10-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking Lot at Decew House Heritage Park. Enter from Decew Road, 500 m west of Merritville Highway. Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 16.3 km Description
This second hike of the series will start at Woodend Conservation Area and take us across the Welland Canal and through the City of St. Catharines. The hike will finish at Decew House Heritage Park. Weather conditions in the fall can be changeable, so it’s best to dress in layers and come prepared for varying conditions throughout the day. Insects, particularly ticks, are still active in the fall months, so take appropriate precautions to avoid them including using repellant and wearing clothing that covers the legs and arms. Hiking boots are required and hiking poles are recommended. Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack. Since this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 8:30 a.m. sharp. Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike.
| 28 | 29 | 30 - 9:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area NEW TIME
9:00 AM-11:30 AM 10/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-long-hike-cave-spring-conservation-area-new-time-3/2025-10-30/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Niagara Location (Google Maps): Cave Spring Conservation Area Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k Description
This will be our permanent Thursday Location until Bridge repairs complete. From Cave Spring Conservation Area explore the trail network on the escarpment towards Kinsman Park and Moyer Road. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather
 Hiking in and around Jordan 9:15 AM-11:00 AM 10/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-13/2025-10-30/
| 31 - 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 10/31/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-47/2025-10-31/  Click here for more information or to register 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
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