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To view all Bruce Trail Conservancy Hikes click here- 05October 5, 2025
Bruce Trail Day: Bus transportation
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/bruce-trail-day-bus-transportation/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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 3N3Hike 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 3N3The 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
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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 kmDescription
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
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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: ~5kmDescription
NATURE HIKEJoin 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
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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: ~5kmDescription
NATURE HIKEJoin 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
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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 kmDescription
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
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/celebrate-bruce-trail-day-with-an-easy-does-it-family-hike/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!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: 3KmDescription
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. - 06October 6, 2025
8:30 am Hydro Hill Training
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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 kmsDescription
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. - 07October 7, 2025
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
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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: 10kmDescription
Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hikeBring Poles, , snack, and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
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Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Pelham Rd entrance, Short Hills Provincial ParkPace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8 kmsDescription
- Hike to DeCew Falls and back, up to 2 hours. (weather permitting). Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.
7:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake
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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 kmDescription
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). - 08October 8, 2025No events
- 09October 9, 2025
8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area
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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: 10kDescription
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
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Location (Google Maps): 3649 Glen Road, Lincoln LOR 1SO
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kmDescription
Hiking in and around Jordan hiking different trails each week – Jim Rainforth Trail, Bailey Bridge and Jordan Village and Balls Falls. - 10October 10, 2025
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour - Butler History
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Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St at the entrance to Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 5-6kmDescription
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
- 11October 11, 2025
9:00 Port Dalhousie - from Jaycee Gardens and back
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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 kmDescription
This urban hike will form a loop, from Jaycee Gardens, crossing over Martindale Pond, then winding through town to the Green Ribbon Trail and then back, close to Lake Ontario.