Toronto Hike Schedule

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Erindale Park, Dundas Street West,
park in parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

We will hike Credit River North,and will see nice views of Credit River .

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Centennial Park – Oro-Medonte Trail (Barrie)

Hike Leader(s): Edmond Brown; Marijo Roy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 km

Description

Please join us on Saturday, August 3rd, for a wonderful day of hiking, swimming, and attending the annual Kempenfest, one of North America’s largest outdoor arts, crafts, and music festivals! We will hike along the Oro-Medonte Trail and onto Barrie, where you’ll have time to visit the annual Kemperfest, featuring over 400 vendors, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts, antiques, and food vendors. You may also choose to swim at Centennial Beach, sightseeing in Barrie’s downtown area, or enjoy a drink at one of the patios overlooking Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Sign up today!

https://kempenfest.com/festival/

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps):

Meet in the Great Hall of Union Station by the information desk with the clock with no later than 8:30 AM to take the Lakeshore West train towards West Harbour departing at 8:45 AM

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Janet McColeman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)

Distance: 12 km

Description

From Aldershot GO Station we will hike to scenic Hidden Valley Park and the Hendrie Valley Sanctuary, a popular spot for birdlife. Then on to Burlington Heights and the Hamilton Waterfront Trail to catch the train back to Toronto from the West Harbour GO Station. Optional drop out at Burlington Heights by taking the local bus to Burlington GO Station. Optional pub stop at Fisher’s Pier 4 pub 10 minutes walk  Harbour GO Station.

We will hike from Aldershot GO Station in Burlington to West Harbour Station in Hamilton via Hidden Valley Park, Hendrie Valley (RBG), Burlington Heights, and the Hamilton Waterfront Trail. The route is mostly flat with the exception of one hill to reach Burlington Heights to connect with the Waterfront Trail. Hendrie Valley features a lovely boardwalk through the wetlands. The total distance is about 12 km and we will walk at an average pace of 3 to 3.5 km per hour (and less than 4.).

We will take the train departing Union Station at 8:44 and arriving at Aldershot at 9:55. You may meet Tom in the Great Hall by the information desk with the clock over it to depart by 8:30 or find us in the upper level of the accessibility coach if boarding at a station on the way. The train will stop at Mimico Station at 9:00 and Port Credit Station at 9:13.

Trains depart West Harbour Station hourly at 23 minutes past the hour. There will be an optional pub stop 10 minutes walk from the station. Ice cream is also available at Hutches fish and chips next to the GO station. Arrival at West Harbour is expected to be approximately just after 2:00 PM.

If you have a cell phone with data you may purchase the $10 day pass at the link below. Make sure to select Weekend Day Pass and not an E-Ticket. The senior return fare from Union is less than $11.00 so with the “One Fare” program covering the TTC ride to the GO station it’s cheaper for seniors to use their Presto Card.

https://tickets.gotransit.com/en-us?start_address=UN&end_address=WR&ticket_adult=1&ticket_senior=0&mode=one_way

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Glasgow Trail, Concession Road 2 Park in parking lot at the trail head.

From Highway 404 turn right to Stouffville Rd, till to the end of road and turn left on York Durham line in About 1km turn right to Webb Rd. and turn right to Concession Road 2 ,you will see parking lot in 500 meters

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

Lets explore Goodwood conservation area and visit Secord forest and pond

Approximately 5-hour hike, bring lots of water and protect  yourself from mosquitos

Some safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of them.

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps):

Lynn Valley Trail

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Janet McColeman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12 km

Description

Join us for a scenic and easy paced walk, a regular summer favorite led by Wayne Crockett, along the trails running through Norfolk County ending at historic Port Dover. The route is primarily on rail trails so is ideal for those who favor a flatter and easier route in the summer heat. Dropout at 8km. After the walk there will be the opportunity to indulge in the local perch fish and chips or hang out at the beach which together make Port Dover famous. Long Distance Bus Fare applies and there will be a late return (after 6:00 Pm).

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Main Street Unionville, Main Street Markham, Milne Dam Conservation Area, Rouge Valley Trail

Hike Leader(s): Celia Ho Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 14.15 km

Description

Visit the old villages of Unionville and Markham Village and part of the Rouge Valley Trail system in the City of Markham.

We will meet at Varley Art Gallery of Markham in Main Street Unionville after the art event from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM:  https://visitmarkham.ca/event/curators-corner-discovering-art-together/

If you are not planning to join the event at the gallery, the meeting time for the walk is 4:00 PM at the entrance outside the gallery.

We will walk along the loop at Too Good Pond before heading to Bruce Creek, Austin Park, and Milne Dam Conservation Area along the Rouge Valley Trail, arriving at Main Street Markham. From this point on it will be road walking as we head back to Main Street Unionville. Drop-out points are available along the way with access to public transit and passing by Markham GO Station and Centennial GO Station.

Arriving in Main Street Unionville in the evening hours, there is the option to return home or have a walk on Main Street Unionville and/or have a refreshment stop. (https://unionville.ca/)

Please refer to the route map:  https://onthegomap.com/s/t3o2m013

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bethesda Trail Head Parking on Bethesda Sideroad off Bayview Avenue, across from Lake Wilcox. This parking lot is free.
From Finch subway station take blue bus to Richmond hill Centre and then Bus 91B to Bethesda Sideroad and then walk 600 meter to parking lot and meeting point, Please check the public transit one day before hike.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 14-15 km

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake

Please bring  hiking poles,  proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking area beside Mill St at the Smokey Hollow Side Trail. GPS Coordinates N43.330803, W79.886980

Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: 12.5 kms

Description

At a moderate to brisk pace we’ll hike from Borer’s Falls to the Great Falls at Smokey Hollow while enjoying the rhythmic and calming sound of Grindstone Creek rushing water. Please bring snack, lunch and sufficient water for hydration. Bring sun screen, sun head protection and bug spray in the event our friendly mosquitoes welcome us. Comfortable hiking shoe/boot and poles are strongly suggested. Please dress accordingly to weather forecast for the area. Please make sure your personal medication and health card is with you at all times. No drop out.

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: School Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Parks

Hike Leader(s): Marijo Roy; Janet McColeman Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Variable
Distance: 10 km

Description

• Please join us for a relaxing and picturesque hike along the Niagara River Recreation Trail.  Along the way, we’ll explore the Botanical Gardens, which boasts 99 acres of meticulously maintained gardens, including a world-famous rose garden, the Niagara Glen Nature Centre, and the Whirlpool Area, among other places. As we navigate the trails, we will take in the Niagara River’s breathtaking views and its powerful rapids. There will be time for picture-taking and learning about Niagara’s history and ecology.  We’ll follow the scenic Niagara River to Downtown Niagara, stopping for refreshments after the hike.

Trip Information:
Departure Time: 9:00 a.m.
Return to City Time: 6:00 p.m.
Departure Point: Kipling Station North Parking Lot https://maps.app.goo.gl/pudZxLwvbcjR9vLq8

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Boyd Conservation Park, Islington Avenue, Vaughan, ON free parking at the entrance of the park,

There are different public transit routes to this parking lot please check transit maps/google map

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

Explore the trails that wind through the beautiful  valley at Boyd Conservation Area and the William Grainger Greenway. We will have lunch/snack in shelter with seated area,

Please bring  hiking poles,  proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

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Unionville GO Station Pick-up ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Northern Rouge National Urban Park

Hike Leader(s): Celia Ho, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 15.8 km

Description

On this hike we will continue to explore the Rouge National Urban Park, this time in the section of the park in Markham, Pickering, and Whitchurch-Stouffville, starting in the Black Walnut Day Use Area in Markham.  We will explore the Northeast Trail (10.7 km) and the Harvest Trail (5.1 km).

The meeting point will be the York Mills Bus Pickup location. There is an additional pickup location at Unionville GO Station – select that option when registering if you would like to be picked up there.

The meeting time is 8:30 AM at the York Mills pickup location and 8:45 AM at the Unionville GO Station pickup location.

This will be a relatively easy and leisurely hike. The terrain is relatively flat with some stairs.  The surface condition consist of compacted granular trails and boardwalks. The pace will be a moderate pace of 4 km/hr.

There will be a drop-out point at 10.7 km after the Northeast Trail.  The total distance covering all the trails will be 15.8 km.

After the hike there will be a refreshment stop at the Muddy York Brewery in Whitchurch-Stouffville or on Main Street Stouffville.

For your reference, the Park Map for the Rouge can be found at:

https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/on/rouge/visit/cartes-maps

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Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot at the head of trail Bethesda Side Road off Bayview Ave. across Wilcox lake

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 14-15 km

Description

Join us to explore the trails of York Regional Forest and the Oak Ridges Corridor at Jefferson Forest and Bond lake,

From parking lot we  hike thought Jefferson forest and continue to Bond Lake and have snack beside the lake and return to parking around 13 to 13.30

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 17:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Crawford Lake

Hike Leader(s): Tim Wainwright, George Lennon, Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Other (Refer to Description)
Distance: 16.1 km

Description

Our hike starts at the main Bruce Trail at Steeles and Appleby Rd, and continues through the Nassagaweya Canyon connecting Rattlesnake Point to the Crawford Lake Area.  The area features majestic cliffs, rugged rock formations, and lush vegetation — a picturesque landscape that is ideal for nature lovers. Its cliffs provide a perfect habitat for turkey vultures to nest, and they can be seen circling overhead as our journey continues to Crawford Lake and its reconstructed 15th century Iroquoian village, where we’ll be stopping for lunch with time to explore the village if possible.  Archaeological research has found 10,000 artifacts in the area.  From there we’ll continue on the main trail to Kilbride School where the bus will be waiting for us.  There will be a drop-out point at 12.6 km for anyone wishing to end the hike earlier.

The bus will be leaving from Kipling subway station at 8:30 and the planned return is for 5:00.

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): East Point Park Bird Sanctuary, Scarborough, ON
parking lot at the end of Beechgrove Dr.
There are different public transit routes to this parking lot please check transit maps/google map

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface), Variable
Distance: 14-17 km

Description

We will hike along lake Ontario  to Scarborough Bluffs.

Please bring  hiking poles,  proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Waterdown, Ontario

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 12.4 km

Description

Please join me under the clock in the Great Hall in Union Station by 8:45 am.  We will take the Lakeshore West train to Adlershot GO departing at 9:03 am and arriving at 10:00 am. We will hike north into Waterdown, taking in Smoky Hollow Waterfall, where we will have lunch followed by an ice cream stop.  This is a level 2 / level 3 hike.

Here is a map of the route.  Smoky Hollow, Waterdown

I recommend you purchase  a GO one day pass online if you come on this hike.  If you are driving, meet us at Aldershot GO by 10 am.

Please bring at least 2 liters of water (more is better plus electrolytes), a lunch, bug spray and sun screen.

As of August 25, 2024, this hike is not impacted by the rail strike at CN and CP.  There is GO train service to Aldershot GO.

Note: Registration closes 48 hours before the start of the hike.