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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- 12April 12, 2026
10:00 am Side Trail Challenge #1 - General Brock
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-am-side-trail-challenge-1-general-brock/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: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Park at Queenston Heights lot near the cairnHike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 12.5 kmDescription
Take the Side Trail Challenge and hike all 24 of Niagara’s side trails in 9 hikes and earn the Side Trail badge.Carpool to the General Brock trailhead on John Street. This hike follows the Niagara River from Butler’s Barracks in old town Niagara-on-the-Lake, up the escarpment to Queenston Heights. Mainly paved trail with a small portion through a wooded area. Required photos include: Brock’s War Monument, view of Lewiston Bridge, Niagara River, War Memorial, McFarland House. Participate in all 9 scheduled hikes in the NBTC Side Trail Challenge or hike the side trails on your own. Submit your photos to collect the NBTC Side Trail badge.
Dress according to the weather and bring water and a snack.
10:00 a.m. Tawse Winery Hike and Private Tasting Experience
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1000-a-m-tawse-winery-hike-and-private-tasting-experience-2/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): Park at Tawse Winery 3955 Cherry Avenue VinelandHike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6kDescription
We will hike on the main trail from Tawse Winery to the Margaret Reed Side Trail located in Cave Springs Conservation Area and return back to Tawse 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 $15.00 per person. You will also enjoy a 20% discount on bottle purchases that day. Please bring your $15.00 with you as I will collect it prior to the tasting to simplify the payment to Tawse Winery. Thank you. - 13April 13, 2026
EASY DOES IT HIKE, Merrit Trail
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/merrit-trail/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): 343 Glendale Ave, St.Catharines (near Scotiabank)Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6KDescription
Hike with Tai Chi
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hike-with-tai-chi/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): Park at the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake.Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 5-6kmDescription
Seeking balance, calm and strength without high impact exercise? Join us for a short hike around beautiful Woodend Conservation. Tai Chi Master, Mike Van Natter will instruct us on the benefits of Tai Chi as well as lead us through several Tai Chi movements along our way. - 14April 14, 2026
Long Haulers Hike New Location
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-haulers-hike-new-location-6/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): Decew House Thororold
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k+Description
This is our regular Tuesday Long Hike. Note the new location which will continue until May due to the muddy conditions in Shorthills. We will hike along the trails which may include Brock, 12 mile creek. Morningstar mill and/or Bert Lowe side trail. Dress for the weather and bring poles snack and drink9:15 Short hike, Rotary Park, St. Catharines
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-rotary-park-st-catharines-14/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): Rotary Park, St. CatharinesHike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kmsDescription
Hike the trails in and around Rotary Park. Please bring hiking poles, water and appropriate footwear. - 15April 15, 2026
9:30 am Hike & Picnic
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/930-am-hike-picnic/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: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Locust Grove Picnic Area
Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 7 kmDescription
Hike around Queenston area. Optional outdoor gathering in Locust Grove including pot luck picnic after the hike. - 16April 16, 2026
9:00 Long Hike, Glen Road Jordan
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/900-long-hike-glen-road-jordan-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):
3640 Glen Road Jordan
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Strenuous
: 10 kmDescription
Hike in and around Ball’s Falls and Jordan. Dress for the weather: bring icers, poles, dress in layersHiking in and around Jordan
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-in-and-around-jordan-16/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): Sho’arishon Park (Jordan Hollow)
Hike Leader(s): Bill Russell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 7 kmDescription
Hiking in and around Jordan, Jim Rainforth Trail and Balls Falls rotating every 3 weeks.
1:30 p.m. Pack Walk
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/130-p-m-pack-walk/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): George Nicholson Memorial Trail ; park at Jones Beach 142 Broadway Ave. St. CatharinesHike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6kDescription
This pack walk is a structured group walk where dogs and their handlers walk together on-lead in a natural environment. It promotes exercise, calm socialization and exposure to other dogs and people in a safe, controlled setting. We will meet at Jones Beach and follow the George Nicholson Memorial Trail out to the Port Weller lighthouse and back. Dogs must be kept on-lead and under control at all times. Please bring water and treats for you and your dog.
8:00 pm New Moon - Night Hike in Niagara on the Lake
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-pm-new-moon-night-hike-in-niagara-on-the-lake/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps):Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 6-7 kmDescription
New Moon Night Hike – The dark sky of the new moon is the best for stargazing! This hike includes a walk along Lake Ontario, the Niagara River and through the streets of Historic Old Town. Bring a night light and dress for weather. Counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes). - 17April 17, 2026
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-25/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): Park on King St near Center, just outside Veteran’s Memorial Park, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 6-7kmDescription
Each Friday we will explore some history of Niagara-on-the-Lake while getting a moderate paced walk. Discover where the Niagara River meets Lake Ontario. Experience the Heritage District, woods and the Niagara Parkway.Some weeks may be totally on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trail and paved pathways.
Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.
Plan to stay for conversation and a coffee at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Rd., NOTL
- 18April 18, 2026
Fort to Fort FIRST DAY ONLY April 18, 2026
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fort-to-fort-first-day-only-april-18-2026/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):Kingsbridge Park, Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 27kmDescription
Meet at Kingsbridge Park at 6:45 a.m. You will be bussed to Fort George. Hike from Fort George to Kingsbridge Park , approximately 27 km. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking. 2 checkpoints along the way. This hike is for hikers who are only going to do Day 1 of the Fort to Fort.This is a self-led hike.
Masks are optional on buses.
Registration is $60 for one day. Fee includes bus, parking pass, and checkpoints .
Event Co-ordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com
Fort to Fort ENTIRE 2 DAY, April 18, 19, 2026
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/fort-to-fort-entire-2-day-april-18-19-2026/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!This is a Multi-Day Hike
You are signing up for the following dates and times:
2026-04-18 at 06:45
2026-04-19 atHosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps):Kingsbridge Park, Chippawa, Ont
Hike Leader(s): Lauren Doig Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 54 km over 2 daysDescription
You are SIGNING UP FOR BOTH DAYSHike the entire length of the Niagara Parkway, from Fort George to Fort Erie, over two days. Enjoy approximately 27 KM each day of beautiful river scenery. Small hills involved but mostly paved paths with some road walking. This is a self-led hike.
Meet at Kingsbridge Park each day at 6:45. You will be bussed to starting point each day.
Registration is $70 (members) or $80 (non-members). Fee includes bus, parking pass, checkpoints and badge.
Event Coordinator: Lauren Doig, ldoig52@gmail.com