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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- 19July 19, 2026
10:30 NBTC SUMMER Nature Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/1030-nbtc-summer-nature-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: Loop
Location (Google Maps):Louth Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: ~5kmDescription
NBTC SUMMER NATURE HIKEHiking boots and poles are recommend as the terrain is rocky in sections.
Join us for the NBTC Nature Hike series to learn more about the biodiversity along the Niagara Escarpment. We will explore the trails throughout Louth Conservation area which offer beauty in all four seasons. Hikes will be held January, May, July & October – it will be amazing to see all the changes throughout the seasons. Your hike leaders, members of the NBTC Biodiversity Committee, will share their knowledge of the amazing flora & fauna along the trail as well as any biodiversity projects in the works for this year.
Parking is at the Louth Conservation Area Parking Lot on Staff Ave. Hiking boots and poles are recommend as the terrain is rocky in sections.
Note that he hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow.
- 20July 20, 2026
Steve Bauer Trail (North)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/steve-bauer-trail-north/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): Northtown Plaza, 325 Thorold Rd., Welland, On (park near Dollarama)Hike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 7KmDescription
- 21July 21, 2026
Long Hike Short Hills
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/long-hike-short-hills-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):
Short Hills Wiley Road, Thorold
Pace: Brisk 4-5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
: 10k+Description
Our regular Spot for the Tuesday Long Hike. Note the new location. We will hike the trails around Short Hills Dress for the weather and bring sunscreen bug spray, poles snack and drink9:15 Short Hike, Short Hills Provincial Park, St. Catharines
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/915-short-hike-short-hills-provincial-park-st-catharines-4/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: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd entranceHike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 6 kmDescription
Hike the main and side trails of Short Hills Provincial Park. Please bring water, insect repellent, sunscreen and hiking poles. Check yourself for ticks following the hike. - 22July 22, 2026No events
- 23July 23, 2026
8:00 am Long hike NEW Location. Bailey bridge Jordan
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/800-am-long-hike-new-location-bailey-bridge-jordan-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):
Bailey bridge Jordan
Pace: Brisk 4-5 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous: hilly, with steep climbs, poor footing
: ~10kDescription
This will be our permanent location . Hike up from the Bailey bridge to Balls Falls and explore the trailsYou must register for each hike. Bring Poles, snack and a drink. Dress for the weather
Hiking Around Jordan
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hiking-around-jordan-64/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 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 7 kmDescription
Hiking in and around Jordan, Rainforth Trail and Balls Falls, alternating every 3 weeks.
Hike, followed by Blues in the Park
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/hike-followed-by-blues-in-the-park-4/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):2275 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2J 0H1
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: 4kmDescription
Hike series Thursday evenings throughout the summer, followed by optional Blues in the Park. Come prepared to hike 1.5 leisure hike. Various blues bands free of charge starting at 7pm in the park. Bring lawn chair, beverage and snack to share. - 24July 24, 2026
Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/niagara-on-the-lake-tour-32/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 Centre St, Niagara-on-the-LakeHike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium 3- 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 6-7kmDescription
Each Friday we will explore 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
- 25July 25, 2026
8:30am Niagara Shores Park Beachcoming Hike
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/830am-niagara-shores-park-beachcoming-hike-4/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):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 <3 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
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.
Easy Does It Hike:: Battle of Lundy's Lane
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/easy-does-it-hike-battle-of-lundys-lane/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): Wholesale Club, 5772 Main St., Niagara Falls,OnHike Leader(s): Diane Marlatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely <3 km/hr
Terrain: Easy: mostly flat, good footing
Distance: 3KmDescription
Our walk will inclue the area known as the Battle of Lundy’s Lane and Memorial, and Drumond Hill Cemetary.