Niagara

Join us for a hike! Registration required:

All hikes available to BTC members. Some hikes are open to non-members.

Read hiker guidelines >

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

Filter
< 2024 >
September
«
»
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
3
4
5
6
  • Urban Queenston Tour

    Queenston Tour

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    09/06/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Meet in Queenston Heights Park next to the Bruce Trail cairn, Niagara River Pkwy, Queenston. Parking fees may apply. Look for Niagara Parks Annual Parking Pass

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 5-7km

    Description

    Tour around the Queenston area.

    Join us for coffee afterwards at Commisso’s, Thorold Stone Rd, Niagara Falls

7
  • Car Pool Letchworth State Park, New York

    Letchworth State Park, New York

    8:00 AM-4:00 PM
    09/07/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara, Blue Mountains
    Category: Car Pool
    Location (Google Maps): Parking area at the corner of Lakeshore Rd and Beatrice St. Fort Erie, ON

    Hike Leader(s): Marion Hanover Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely, Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 11 km

    Description

    Letchworth State Park, renowned as the “Grand Canyon of the East,” is one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S. The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls between cliffs–as high as 600 feet in some places–surrounded by lush forests.

    We will drive 1.5 hour to the park in the minium amount of cars needed.  Once we spot the cars we will hike The Gorge Trail on the lower part of the park, west of the Genesee River, enjoying all the beauty along the way.

    After our hike we will go to a diner for late lunch/ early dinner.

     

     

     

     

  • 10:00 Merrit island loop

    10:00 Merrit island loop

    10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    09/07/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Merritt Island Parking lot near play ground.

    Hike Leader(s): Sylvia Wheeler Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 11 km

    Description

    A Picturesque hike along the banks of the Welland Canal

8
  • 10:00 NBTC SUMMER Nature Hike

    10:00 NBTC SUMMER Nature Hike

    10:00 AM-11:30 AM
    09/08/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Louth Conservation Area

    Hike Leader(s): Helen Hermansen Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: ~5km

    Description

    NBTC SUMMER NATURE HIKE

    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, August & 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 very rocky in sections.

    Note that the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow. This hike was rescheduled from August so lets hope for good weather!

  • Paid Outing Register Hiking 101 – Fall 2024

    Hiking 101 – Fall 2024

    10:30 AM-1:00 PM
    09/08/2024

    This is a Multi-Day Hike

    You are signing up for the following dates and times:

    2024-09-08 at 10:30
    2024-09-15 at 10:30
    2024-09-22 at 10:30

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Register
    Location (Google Maps): Queenston Heights Park – 1st date only – see description for full details

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Moderate
    Distance: 4-6km

    Description

    Hiking 101 is an introductory course for novice hikers, members and non-members alike.  If you want some guidance on where to begin, what to wear, and what to take along, this is the course for you. The course is 3  Sunday sessions with a combination of workshop/Q& A followed by short hikes along the trail.  Dress in weather appropriate clothing and wear good walking shoes.

    Time:  10:30am – 1:00pm

    Meeting locations:  Sunday, Sept 8- Queenston Heights Park, near the Bruce Trail Cairn, Niagara River Parkway, Queenston, 43.157826  – 79.052045

    Sunday, Sept 15 – Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake   43.1445725 -79.1660377

    Sunday Sept 22 – Kinsmen Park, 3820 Frost Rd, Beamsville 43.159499362  -79.47249811

    Registration is Members $30, Non-Members $40.  Upon completing the three sessions, you will receive a FREE tube scarf ($15 value)

     

9
10
11
12
13
  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    09/13/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St (just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park), Niagara-on-the-Lake

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 5-7km

    Description

    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

    Margaret & Robin

14
15
  • Leisurely 2:00 pm NBTC Landowner Appreciation Celebration 2024

    2:00 pm NBTC Landowner Appreciation Celebration 2024

    2:00 PM-5:00 PM
    09/15/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Leisurely
    Location (Google Maps): Ball’s Falls Conservation Area – Centre for Conservation, Elgin Room – 3292 Sixth Ave. Lincoln. Park in the main parking area it is free for the event.

    Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 1 km

    Description

    Attention all pastry chefs and fans of the Great Canadian Baking Show! Why not use your culinary skills to impress our valued landowners?

    We are looking for hand held treats (ex. squares, tarts, cookies, shortbreads, brownies) for our annual Landowner Appreciation Celebration. We are asking bakers to bring along some homemade sweets for 6-8 people to enjoy.

    The event will feature biodiversity hikes which you can sign up for on the day along with information from the biodiversity committee and BTC land stewardship. NBTC merchandise will be available for purchase at the event. Appetizers catered by Smoke & Barrel Niagara. Cash bar. Prize draws. Live music with Brad Boland. Come out and say thank you to our landowners for allowing us to hike across their private properties.

  • 3:00 pm Biodiversity Hikes at Ball’s Falls – Landowner Appreciation Celebration

    3:00 pm Biodiversity Hikes at Ball’s Falls – Landowner Appreciation Celebration

    2:30 PM-4:30 PM
    09/15/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Loop
    Location (Google Maps): Ball’s Falls Conservation Area, Centre for Conservation, Glen Elgin Room, 3292 Sixth Ave., Lincoln. Park in the main parking area it is free for the event.

    Hike Leader(s): Sam Rutherford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 5 kms

    Description

    Join us on this Biodiversity Hike led by NBTC nature hike leaders & learn about the ecosystems in this area in recognition of our LANDOWNER APPRECIATION CELEBRATION! Please meet at the Glen Elgin Room and we will split into smaller groups leaving at 3:00 and 3:30 pm depending on numbers.

    Come for the hike but stay for the celebration! There will be food by Smoke & Barrel Niagara, a cash bar, prize raffle, biodiversity displays, merchandise sales, live music by Brad Boland and much more! A great opportunity to meet our Niagara landowners and to say thank you for allowing us to cross their private properties.

16
17
18
19
20
  • Urban Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    09/20/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara
    Category: Urban
    Location (Google Maps): Park on King St near Centre St (just outside of Veteran’s Memorial Park), Niagara-on-the-Lake

    Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Medium
    Terrain: Easy
    Distance: 5-7km

    Description

    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

    Margaret & Robin

21
  • Geology Hike #1 – Rocklyn Creek

    Geology Hike #1 – Rocklyn Creek

    9:45 AM-1:00 PM
    09/21/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
    Category: Geology Hike
    Location (Google Maps): CAR SHUTTLE linear hike. Meet at BT roadside parking along St Vincent-Sydenham Townline north of Walters Falls between Sideroad 3 and Holland-Sydenham Townline. We will be taking some cars to start point at Blantyre and then hike west.

    Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
    Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
    Distance: 7.4 km

    Description

    Join Beth Gilhespy  and Carol Mullin on a special geology hike exploring the delightful Rocklyn Creek section, with its many dolostone and shale layers, deep forests, historic foundations and rocky outcrops. This is Hike #1 in the Geology Series (1 of 16 hikes). Copies of Beth’s book, “Walking through Time” will be available for purchase at the end of the hike. A special member’s only price of $37.00 , cash, cheque or etransfer. More details to come about the Sydenham Bruce Trail Geology Badge!

22
23
24
25
26
27
  • Urban 9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

    9:00 AM-10:30 AM
    09/27/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    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 km

    Description

    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

28
29
  • 10:00am Invasive Honeysuckle Removal – Work Party – 2024

    10:00am Invasive Honeysuckle Removal – Work Party – 2024

    10:00 AM-2:00 AM
    09/29/2024

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara

    Location (Google Maps):

    Parking is available in the triangle at the intersection of Thirty Road & Ridge Road.

    Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely

    Distance: ~2km

    Description

    This event is to work on removing invasive honeysuckle from the BTC Thirty Mile Creek Nature Reserve off Thirty Road in Grimsby.

    We will meet for 10 am at the designated parking area at the intersection of Thirty Road & Ridge Road East and walk in together.

    Invasive honeysuckle removal methods depend on size – small being pulled by hand and hung on tree branches by the roots to dry out, medium sized pulled through the use of extractigators (special shovel like tools that help pry out the small shrubs) & large having to be cut with chain saws.    We hope to have many volunteers on site and we will tackle this area in one day/one work party per year.
    Join us at ten am and stay as long as you can – it’s an easy walk out for those that just want to work for an hour or two.  If you plan on staying longer pack a lunch & don’t forget lots of water, long pants, long sleeves, work gloves & sturdy footwear.

    Volunteers make a difference – come out and join us for a fun work day.

    contact Alicia Aitchison – aliciaaitchison1@gmail.com with any questions.

    Please register so we know how many people to expect & we can keep everybody informed if anything changes.

     

     

  • Geology Hike #2 Silent Valley

    Geology Hike #2 Silent Valley

    10:00 AM-12:45 PM
    09/29/2024

    Hike open to BTC Members only.

    Click here for more information or to register

    Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
    Category: Geology Hike
    Location (Google Maps): BT roadside parking at dead end of 2nd Concession South, north of Grey Road 18. Map 30, ed. 31, near km 34.5, southern end of Silent Valley Sidetrail. You have an option to meet at the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound and carpool from there. Carol will meet there at 9:30 am.

    Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

    Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
    Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
    Distance: 5.7 km

    Description

    Loop hike of Silent Valley. Geology Hike # 2 in series of 16 hikes from Beth’s newest book “Walking Through Time”.

    Join Beth Gilhespy and Carol Mullin for this exploration of Silent Valley. Fascinating escarpment geology along with ancient cedars, rare ferns, fossils and more !

    Copies of Beth’s book, “Walking through Time” will be available for purchase at the end of the hike. A special member’s only price of $37.00 , cash, cheque or etransfer. A Sydenham Bruce Trail Geology Badge is being developed. More details to follow.

30
October
October
October
October
October

Export monthly eventsExport to Calendar
Export monthly eventsExport to CSV