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Niagara
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- 22June 22, 2025
Laura Secord Special Event Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/laura-secord-special-event-hike-2/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): Niagara Region Office, 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON (park near Merrittville Highway)Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 32 kmDescription
This is a self-led hike. Hike along the Bruce Trail from Laura Secord’s Homestead in Queenston to Decew House in Thorold. Participants will be transported by bus from check in at Niagara Region office to the start of the hike and will hike at their own pace to the final checkpoint. There will be volunteer drivers available to drive you back to your car once the hike is over. You may be asked to wear a mask in the car.Bring snacks, water and bug spray. We also recommend sunscreen, basic first aid supplies, spare socks and a cell phone. There will be 3 checkpoints (2 along the trail and one at the end) to replenish water and snacks and anyone wishing to drop out of the hike should do so at a checkpoint. Hikers are responsible for informing club volunteers of their intention to drop out.
You will receive a reminder email two days before the event with further details about the hike.
- 23June 23, 2025No events
- 24June 24, 2025
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills (NEW TIME)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-new-time-8/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
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, Sun Screen Bug Spray, snack, and dress for the weather
9:15 Short hike, Short Hills, Pelham Road entrance
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-pelham-road-entrance-2/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 Provincial Park, Pelham Road entrance
Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water and sunscreen. Check yourself for ticks when you get back to parking lot. - 25June 25, 2025
Queenston Heights loop
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/queenston-heights-loop/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): Locust Grove Picnic Area –Hike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 8kDescription
We will meet at locust grove and hike in and around Queenston on the main trail and side trails.
Please wear appropriate foot wear and poles. Depending on the weather bring sun screen and bug spray - 26June 26, 2025
8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-glen-road-jordan-new-time-9/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): 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 bug spray, sunscreen and a drink. Dress for the weather
Hiking in and around Jordan and Balls Falls
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-and-balls-falls-4/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):
New Location – Parking Lot on Glen Road, Jordan
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6-7 kmDescription
Hiking from Glen Road and following Jim Rainforth Trail and trails to Balls Falls and Bailey Bridge. - 27June 27, 2025
9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-43/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):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 kmDescription
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
- 28June 28, 2025
8:30am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900am-niagara-shores-park-beachcoming-hike-5/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):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: 5-6kmDescription
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 and poles are highly recommended. Please note: This is not a maintained trail so caution is needed.