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Toronto Hike Schedule
Toronto Bruce Trail Club Registration Live Dates
Day Winter Coach Program
Registration begins two weeks in advance of the event departure (at 8:00 PM)
Day Bus Hikes
Registration begins two weeks in advance of the event departure (at 8:00 PM) with some exceptions of special event hikes
Day Coach Hikes
Registration begins 7 weeks in advance of the event departure
Day Car Hikes and Urban Hikes
Registration begins two weeks in advance of the event departure
Overnight and Weekend Trips
Registration begins 12 weeks in advance of the event departure
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- 01January 1, 2023
Car Hike: Queen Elizabeth II WIldlands PP - First Day Hike 2023
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-queen-elizabeth-ii-wildlands-pp-first-day-hike-2023/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands PP
Hike Leader(s): Glynn Richardson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Challenging, Other (Refer to Description), Variable
Distance: 10-14 kmDescription
Happy New Year everyone! Let’s start 2023 with a hike!Join me on my annual First Day Hike in the Wilderness Section of the Ganaraska Trail.
This is an advanced hike!
We’ll spend 6-8 hrs hiking 10-14 km, depending upon the conditions and the groups ability, on and off the trail over rugged topography, We’ll explore forests, rock barrens and views. Our feet may get a little wet as we navigate our way around and over ponds (beaver dam), creeks (rocks, logs), lakes (We will not be travelling on ice) and beaver dams. There will be lots of elevation change and challenges.
Bring snacks, lunch, water. Hiking boots, trail crampons, snowshoes and headlamps are MANDATORY. At the trailhead we will evaluate conditions and determine whether we will wear, carry or leave our snowshoes. DO NOT show up without the items above, you will not be allowed to participate. Hiking poles and gaitors are highly recommended. They will come in handy when crossing over beaver dams.
Check the weather in advance and dress accordingly in layers.
There will be no dropouts and no dogs.
Registered participants are to arrive 15 minutes prior to the hike for briefing
Space is limited.
Toronto apprentice hike leaders, if this hike is of interest to you, please contact me.
Urban WalK: Toronto Islands
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-toronto-islands-2/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON
It is located at the end of Bay Street, if you are coming by Subway take any street car from Union Station and get off at first station.Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 10 to12KmDescription
Please join us for a hike on The Toronto Islands from Ward’s Island on New Year’s day 2023.We will take the 9.30 ferry to Ward’s Island, gathering inside the ferry terminal 15 minutes before the 9.30 departure
Fares: Adult Return, $8.70 ; Senior Return (65+), $5.60 ; Youth Return (under 19 with ID), $5.60 ; Junior Return (under 14), $4.10. You can purchase your ticket online at: https://secure.toronto.ca/FerryTicketOnline/tickets2/index.jsp
It is wintertime, please bring your icers, hiking poles, warm layers of clothing, boots, and hot drinks.
Urban Walk: Leslie Spit (Tommy Thompson Park)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-leslie-spit-tommy-thompson-park/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Tommy Thompson park is at Leslie and Unwin Sts. Free parking. Non-Members are welcome to join this hike but MUST be registered. To do so, go to brucetrail.org, create your login, login to the site, and then go to the hike registration link, fill in your details and accept the waiver. TTC users: Get off the Queen streetcar at Leslie & Queen sts and walk south on Leslie (towards the lake) until the park is reachedHike Leader(s): Victor Ramautar 416-708-8199 on day of hike Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Leisurely, Moderate
Terrain: Other (Refer to Description)
Distance: 10-12 kmsDescription
Please join us for this annual hike, get a chance to meet other BTC members or non-members. Here is an opportunity to hike up to the lighthouse and experience the view on a wintery day. Icers a necessary item to have. Trail might be covered in snow /ice. Bring a light lunch Water/hot drink. Dress for the weather. - 02January 2, 2023
Car Hike: Holiday Hikes in Caledon #4
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-holiday-hikes-in-caledon-4/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):Hike near Hockley Provincial Nature Reserve, Bruce Trail Caledon Hills section
Hike Leader(s): Dariush Khanbeigi Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly
Distance: 13 kmDescription
We meet at the parking location @ km 66.8 and car shuttle to parking location at km 53.9. The hike starts from km 53.9 to km 66.8 map 18 of BTC Guide.Please pack snacks, food and water to replenish your energy during the hike.
Dress according to the winter weather conditions, with proper hiking boots. Icers are required if the trail has icy conditions. Hiking poles are recommended for better control and balance while hiking.
- 03January 3, 2023No events
- 04January 4, 2023No events
- 05January 5, 2023
Car Hike: Toronto Winter E2E, hike 2/3
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-toronto-winter-e2e-hike-2-3/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: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at km 33.4. Across from the Eighth Line, ST on Eighth Line. coordinates N 43.679840,W 79.966419Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance: 17 kmDescription
We will shuttle to km 17.4. We will walk through the Hole In The Wall.
please bring 2 litres of water, icers and snowshoes. Hikers are expected to follow all Covid 19 restrictions. Please note that if bad weather conditions are expected, I may need to change hike date. - 06January 6, 2023No events
- 07January 7, 2023
Car Hike: Toronto Winter E2E, hike 3/3
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-toronto-winter-e2e-hike-3-3/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: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at km 33.4, Eighth Line ST. Coordinates N 43.679840,W 79.966419Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance: 17 km plus two km of in and out due to parking location.Description
Last hike in the series, badge day! We will walk back to the cars. Those who are interested we can go for a warm drink in the end at the Spirit Tree.
please bring 2litres of water, icers and snowshoes. Hikers are expected to follow all Covid 19 restrictions.in case of bad weather anticipation, I will change the date.
Car Hike:Hike of 2 lakes King city
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hikehike-of-2-lakes-king-city/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): 14350 Dufferin Street,3km North of King RoadPark along Dufferin Street or Fairfield Dr.
Gathering in front of Trail on Dufferin Street
Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: VariableDescription
Will explore trails between Dufferin and Jane and visit Sceneca and Mary lakes ,you have also a chance to visit Pine Farm coffee shop and enjoy their tasteful coffee, tea, pies and cakes,
It is winter time all participants are required to have Ice cleats with them, have proper shoes, warm clothing and hot drinks with you.
CANCELLED: Winter Coach Trip: Highlands Nordic (Duntroon)
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/winter-coach-trip-highlands-nordic-duntroon/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Highlands NordicHike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Barbara Euler, Jen Zhang Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Description
Due to the warm temperatures, abundance of rain, and lack of snow this trip has been cancelled. Please do the snow dance so we can start our season on Jan 14.Bus departs 10 York Mills Rd at 8:30 AM and Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride at 8:50 AM. If you wish to be picked up at the Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride, select that option when you register. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The bus waits for no one.
Welcome winter and join us for our first cross-country ski and snowshoe trip of 2023! For trail conditions and information about the resort visit https://highlandsnordic.ca/.
Snowshoers: Join Barbara and Jen for a guided snowshoe hike on the beautiful Bruce Trail. You must have your own snowshoes (or rent in the city) to participate in this hike. Pack lunch and water; you will be on the trail all day.
Skiers: Spend your day gliding through forests and fields on trails expertly groomed for classic and skate skiing. Enjoy beautiful views of the countryside and Georgian Bay. All skiing is self-guided.
Coach fares must be paid online when you register. Trail fees will be collected in cash on the bus. Masks are mandatory while on the bus.
Car Hike: Queen Elizabeth II WIldlands PP Exploration
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-queen-elizabeth-ii-wildlands-pp-exploration/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands PP
Hike Leader(s): Glynn Richardson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: 10-14 kmDescription
Join me on an exploraton hike in the Queen Elizaabeth II WIldlands Provincial ParkThis is an advanced hike!
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT: Hiking boots, trail crampons, snowshoes and headlamps. DO NOT show up without these items, you will NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE.
At the trailhead we will evaluate conditions and determine whether we will wear, carry or leave our snowshoes. Hiking poles and gaitors are highly recommended. They will come in handy when crossing over beaver dams.
We’ll spend 6-8 hrs hiking 10-15 km, depending upon the conditions and the groups ability, mostly off the trail over rugged topography, We’ll explore forests, rock barrens and views. Our feet may get a little wet as we navigate our way around and over ponds (beaver dam), creeks (rocks, logs), lakes (We will NOT be travelling on ice) and beaver dams. There will be lots of elevation change and challenges.
Bring snacks, lunch, water.
Check the weather in advance and dress accordingly in layers.
There will be no dropouts and no dogs.
Registered participants are to arrive 15 minutes prior to the hike for briefing
Space is limited.
Toronto apprentice hike leaders, if this hike is of interest to you, please contact me.
Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 1/8 - Rattray Marsh
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-waterfront-trail-1-8-rattray-marsh/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Mississauga Waterfront TrailHike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 9.3 kmDescription
Please join me at Union Station under the clock inside the Great Hall no later than 9:00 am. We will take the 9:14 train to Clarkson, arriving 9 :49 am. If you want to meet us in Clarkson be there at that time. We start hiking at 10:00 am. Consider purchasing the $10 day pass for the GO train for use with your smart phone. Some of you may find the regular senior rate is cheaper.We will hike from Clarkson to Port Credit through Rattray Marsh and along the shoreline. The estimated distance is 9.9 km. Here is an online map of our route Rattray Marsh to Port CreditBring a snack, at least 2 liters of water, and icers. Dress for cold weather.
Urban Walk: Rouge Beach Waterfront Trail Moon Night Walk - 11km
https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-rouge-beach-waterfront-trail-moon-night-walk-11km/Sorry, the registration cut-off time for this hike has been reached.Not a member? Click here to join today!Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): 195 Rouge Hills Dr, Scarborough, ON. GPS (43.790119211075464, -79.12173358597454). Meet at the parking lot next to the T section of Rouge Hills Drive and Lawrence Ave E. TTC 54A can take you there if you don’t drive.Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 11 kmDescription
The first full Moon of 2023, the Wolf Moon rises this week and it would be nice to see and draw some energy from it. According to the weather forecast, we are very likely to have a clear night sky in Toronto on Saturday so let’s take a night walk along Rouge Beach Waterfront Trail to admire the moon. Here is the map FYI: https://onthegomap.com/s/4dtaaj2fDress properly for temperature. The trail is well paved and flat. Bring flash light just in case. Bring with you snack and hot drink.
If you don’t drive, TTC 54A can take you to the meet up location.