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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- 13July 13, 2025
Walking Within: Nature’s Meditation Walk.
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/walking-within-natures-meditation-walk-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara, Toronto
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Colonel Danforth Park, 73 Colonel Danforth Trail, Toronto, ON M1C 1P8, CanadaHike Leader(s): Mehrnoush Ahmadi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: ~6 kmDescription
Take a mindful break from daily life and immerse yourself in nature during this 3-hour guided meditation walk. Through gentle movement, breathwork, and stillness, we will reconnect with the present moment and the natural world around us
The experience includes a slow, intentional walk with guided breathing exercises, sensory awareness practices, and a 30-minute silent forest sitting meditation to ground and restore. Behrang, an experienced hiker and psychotherapist, will be accompanying us on this mindful journey.
No prior meditation experience is needed. Please wear comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, and bring water and a cushion or mat for sitting, if you wish.
10:00 Hidden Bench Estate Winery Hike and Wine Tasting Experience
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-hidden-bench-estate-winery-hike-and-wine-tasting-experience/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: In and Out
Location (Google Maps): Hidden Bench Estate Winery , 4152 Locust Lane, Beamsville . Please park at the warehouse (right across the road from the winery) .Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
We will pick up the main trail from Locust Lane and head out towards Kinsmen Park and return back to Hidden Bench Estate Winery by 11:30. Upon return we will enjoy a private structured tasting led by one of the knowledgeable and friendly winery staff from 11:30 to 12:00 noon. The cost for the tasting experience is $18.00 per person. Please bring your $18.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Hidden Bench Estate Winery. Thank you. - 14July 14, 2025
Shorthills Roland Rd to Rockway
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/shorthills-roland-rd-to-rockway/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): Roland Road parking lot Shorthills Provincial Park Parking Lot BHike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 11kmDescription
Meet at the Shorthills Provincial Park Lot B (Roland Road) There is an outhouse available at the parking lot (bring your own hand sanitizer). We will head west towards Rockway Conservation area. Note that there are steep and rocky inclines and proper footwear is REQUIRED, poles are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. This hike has ups and downs and will be mostly in the shade. Bug spray highly recommended.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 in 30 min with a brief flat walk partway through. 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. - 15July 15, 2025
8:00 Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-long-hike-wiley-road-short-hills-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):
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 hikeBring Poles, Sun Screen Bug Spray, snack, and dress for the weather
9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-park-pelham-rd-24/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Shorthills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd, St. CatharinesHike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kmsDescription
Hike the main and side trails in Shorthills Provincial Park. Wear hiking boots, bring water and insect repellent. Please check yourself for ticks following the hike. - 16July 16, 2025
8:30 am Woodend Conservation Area Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830-am-woodend-conservation-area-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: In and Out
Location (Google Maps):Woodend Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 kmDescription
Starting in Woodend we will enjoy an in and out hike along the Wetland Ridge Trail and the Bruce Trail as far as the Screaming Tunnel (and possibly beyond) before returning.
Bring bug spray, poles, water and a snack if needed.Quarry to Cherry YOUTH 12+ WELCOME
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/quarry-to-cherry-youth-12-welcome/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Youth Hike
Location (Google Maps): Quarry Road parking lot (Google Maps-“Parking for Cave Springs Conservation Area”) 3768 Quarry Rd, Lincoln, ON L0R 1B2Hike Leader(s): Erin Lyttle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 4.6kmDescription
We will be starting at Quarry road, hiking to Cherry and then back.This is an age 12+ hike. A responsible adult must accompany youth 12-18 in a max ratio of 2 youth per adult. This hike has little road and lots of shade! Waivers must be completed for everyone in attendance (adults and youth). Bug spray, sunscreen, water and a snack are encouraged. Must wear appropriate footwear. For hikers 15 and under interested in earning a youth badge, they will be available on the hike for $6 please bring cash.
The Young Trail Blazer Badge requires the completion of one hike (at least 3km in length) conducted on the Niagara Bruce Trail. Hikes can be completed with the club on an official scheduled hike or with family on their own.
To earn the Young Nature Blazers Badge you must complete a 90 minute hike on the Niagara Bruce Trail. Afterwards, chat with the hike leader describing how you used one or more of your five senses on the hike – what did you see, touch, taste, smell or hear during your hike?
- 17July 17, 2025
8:00 am Long Hike Cave Spring Conservation Area
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-cave-spring-conservation-area-3/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
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 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 around Jordan and Balls Falls
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-and-balls-falls-3/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): 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 - 18July 18, 2025
9:00 am Niagara on the Lake Tour & Some Yoga
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-am-niagara-on-the-lake-tour-some-yoga-3/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. - 19July 19, 2025
Woodend to Fireman's and Back
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Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet at entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 13-14kmDescription
Hike a loop from Woodend to Fireman’s Park and back. Poles, water and snacks recommended.