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November | 1 | 2  Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill 8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/02/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-122/2025-12-02/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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: 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 3 | 4 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill 150
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-123/2025-12-04/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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: 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
 Car Hike: Toronto Section Hike to Spirit Tree Estate Cidery 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 12/04/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-toronto-section-hike-to-spirit-tree-estate-cidery/2025-12-04/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Boston Mills Road and Mississauga Road (48.0k marker, Map 14) – northwest corner Hike Leader(s): David Rowney and Magdalena Vanderkooy Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance: 9.1 k Description
Join us for a mid-week 9.1K hike from Terra Cotta Cotta Conservation area to Boston Mills. Our journey should take about 2 1/2 hours to complete. When we finish, there will be an opportunity to stop in at the Spirit Tree Estate for hot apple cider, baked goods or to purchase a Christmas basket for your family. If there is interest among the group , there is also a bistro where you may enjoy a full sit-down lunch. We will start by shuttling some cars to the Tenth Line where we will park, then enter Terra Cotta Conservation area. This hike will take us through the park on the main Bruce Trail through mature forests, meadows and river valleys. The terrain will vary, there will be some hilly sections and sections with uneven, rocky terrain, making footing tricky to navigate. On arrival back at our cars, and after retrieving our shuttle vehicles, you will have an option to carry on to Spirit Tree Cidery, which is a 1 k drive away, with your hike leaders. December weather can be unpredictable with cold winds, rain, sleet or snow! So, dress for the weather, keeping in mind to dress in layers and get your icers packed. Hiking shoes/boots are required and hiking poles are recommended. Bring plenty of fluids, including electrolytes, and a snack. As this is a group hike, please consider your fitness level before registering. We will be walking at a pace of 3km – 4km per hour and everyone is expected to keep up with the person in front of them for the duration of the hike. Plan to arrive at the meeting place by 9:45 a.m. as we will start the car shuffle to the hike starting point at 10 a.m. sharp. Further details will be provided to registered hikers a few days prior to the hike. Please indicate to the leaders if you wish to dine with us and we will work on reservations.
| 5 | 6   School Bus hike-Nottawasaga Bluffs and Holiday Luncheon 8:00 AM-7:00 PM 12/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/school-bus-hike-nottawasaga-bluffs-and-holiday-luncheon/2025-12-06/  Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 19:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup Click here for more information or to register Optional Items
Banquet Burger ($34)
Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap ($34)
Fish and Chips ($34)
Falafel Wrap (veg) ($34)
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Nottawasaga Bluffs and Singhampton Hike Leader(s): George Lennon, Roland Mark, Tim Wainwright, Tom Swales Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance: 8.7 km Description
Come celebrate with us the beginning of holiday season with a hike along the Niagara Escarpment with great views in Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area. We will hike for about four hours at a 3.5 km/hr pace, explore the Key Hole Side Trail and enjoy the view from the Nottawasaga Bluffs Lookout. After the hike we will go to Mylar and Loreta’s Restaurant for our celebration luncheon. When you register, please select one of the lunch choices listed under optional items. All regular entrées include fries, dessert bar and non-alcoholic beverage. Vegetarian entrées include salad, dessert bar and non-alcoholic beverage. Tax and gratuity are included in the prices. Beer and wine are extra. You will need to pay your bus fare when you register. E-transfer your lunch money ($34 per person) to blennon@sympatico.ca.
- Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill 216
8:30 AM 12/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-trail-richmond-hill/2025-12-06/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot at the head of trail Bethesda Side Road off Bayview Ave 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), Variable
Distance (km): 12-14 km Description
oin 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
- #3/3 Toronto E2E: Alina’s Hanging-Up-the-Boots Hike 🥾17KM
9:00 AM-3:00 PM 12/06/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/3-3-toronto-e2e-alinas-hanging-up-the-boots-hike-%f0%9f%a5%be17km/2025-12-06/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Spirit Tree Estate Cidery West Parking Lot Hike Leader(s): Alina Lin Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Flat, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 17 km Description
Since becoming a hike leader in 2015, I’ve had the joy of leading more than 200 group hikes—most memorably the End‑to‑End hikes of the Bruce Trail (900 km) for twice, Oak Ridges Trail (270 km), Ganaraska Trail (500 km), and the Grand Valley Trail (260 km). Along the way, I’ve met hundreds of enthusiastic hikers, been inspired by countless volunteers, and made lifelong friends. This is likely my last time leading an End-to-End hike on the Bruce Trail —a symbolic “Hanging Up the Boots” moment. But I’m not done hiking! New adventures await in Western Canada. Happy hiking, happy living! Meeting Point :
Spirit Tree Estate Cidery west parking lot ( west up of the main parking lot)- thanks their permission out of kindness! Please arrive at the parking area before 8:45am to allow time for car shuttle coordination. We will car shuttle to Roadside parking east of KM33.4 across from the Eighth Line Side Trail on Eighth Line. GPS: 43.679840, -79.966419. From there we will hike main trail back to the KM 50 at the Creditview Rd. All drivers are expected to participate in the car shuttle, either before or after the hike. After hike option: Spirit Tree Cidery’s coffee, bakeries and pizza! Important Notes: - Wear sturdy hiking footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. Icers might be needed.
- Bring snacks, and at least 1L of water
- No dropouts available.
- No pets.
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7 - Urban Walk: Humber River Rowntree Mills LRT Station to Lawrence
11:00 AM-2:30 PM 12/07/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-humber-river-rowntree-mills-lrt-station-to-lawrence/2025-12-07/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Rowntree Mills Station on Finch West LRT Line (at Islington Avenue and Finch). This is opening weekend so crowds are likely. You can also take the Islington Bus from Islington Station.
Allow extra time at Finch West Station if you plan to take the LRT. Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales 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: 10 km Description
Join us for a ride on the newly opened Finch West LRT to Rowntree Mills Station (Islington Avenue) from where we will hike south on the Humber River to Lawrence Avenue and Weston Road. From there you can walk to the Weston GO Station which will now have 30 minute service to Bloor Station and Union Station to connect with the TTC so you will have a complete transit experience – ride to Bloor to connect with TTC’s Line 2 Subway for just $0.30 more with a Presto Card. Our hike will take us on scenic parts of the Humber River Recreational Trai,l with a break for a short stretch on Weston Road, on mostly flat and paved surfaces.
| 8 | 9 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/09/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-124/2025-12-09/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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: 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 10 | 11 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/11/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-125/2025-12-11/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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: 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 12 | 13 - Car Hike: Seaton Trail
8:30 AM-1:00 PM 12/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-seaton-trail-2/2025-12-13/ - Urban Walk; Rouge Park Christmas Hike
11:00 AM-2:30 PM 12/13/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-rouge-park-christmas-hike/2025-12-13/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Rouge National Park, Toronto, Ontario Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 10.17 km Description
Please join me for a holiday hike in the Rouge National Urban Park, which has been voted by some members as my best and exhilarating one. On this hike, you can expect rolling hills, and stunning vistas, including the largest remaining wetland in the City of Toronto. The hike starts at the Toronto Zoo entrance. To get there, you can meet me at Kennedy TTC station by 9:55 am for a 42-minute bus ride, or you can take the 85 Sheppard East bus route from Don Mills Station or Rouge Hill GO station. If driving, consider parking for free next to the Rouge Valley Conservation Centre (Pearse House), GPS (43.81780727235202, -79.17176449225887), where the hike ends, and walk over to the Toronto Zoo entrance. This walk is about 10 minutes. Please bring at least 2 liters of water, a snack and dress for the cold. Hiking poles are recommended. Bring icers just in case. Expect some hilly terrain. Apres-hike at The Stone Cottage Pub, to share the holiday season with fellow hikers. Please wear Holiday colors and bring your appetite. Here is an online map of our route (https://onthegomap.com/s/9mpj477d) Rouge Park Map Update: The Park Rd entrance to Rouge National Urban Park is closed for construction of the new visitor centre. This includes a portion of Vista Trail from the platform area to the road therefore Orchard Trail and Vista Trail do not connect at this time. Parking at the Rouge Valley Conservation Area is very small and reserved for RVCC visitors, not park users. Parking is available at 55 Twyn Rivers Drive or at 7450 Kingston Rd. Here’s a link to the information bulletin for the closure: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/on/rouge/securite-safety/bulletins/06cbeb39-d081-4e5d-9a38-981ff1875baf. The Rouge Valley Conservation Centre is hosting its own event on Dec 13th and will require the use of their parking lot. Update: I can confirm that there is no parking available in the park. If driving you will have to park at the Toronto Zoo. There is some construction underway at the Zoo so the available parking space is reduced but spots should be available. Also, the portion of the Vista Trail near the existing Visitor Center in the park is blocked by a construction site. However, we can skirt the construction site outside the fence without violating the ‘no trespass’ prohibition, at least I was able to On December 7. Update: There is a steep hill that we go down. You will be unable to descend safely without icers. Trekking poles are strongly recommended.
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14 - Urban Walk: “Christmas is in the air” Toronto Beaches & Glen Stewart Ravine
10:00 AM-1:30 PM 12/14/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-christmas-is-in-the-air-toronto-beaches-glen-stewart-ravine/2025-12-14/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Toronto Public Library, Beaches Branch, 2161 Queen Street East, Toronto, M4L 1J1 Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent 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)
Distance (km): 12/13km Description
Meet at the Toronto Public Library, Beaches Branch. My late husband Gregory Vincent grew up in the beach and we often visited and walked the area. We will walk the boardwalk and easy pathways that wind along the variety of beaches between Victoria Park Avenue to Ashbridges Bay Park. It will be an out and back route with a couple short loops with lots of views into Lake Ontario, you will see many points of interest, parks, Kew gardens, including the historic Leuty Lifesaving Station and the historic architecture of the Ashbridges Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant, the R.C. Harris Filtration Plant. I have frequent visits to this area and we will make our way across Queen St. to walk the Glen Stewart Ravine a nice ascent, taking in beautiful picturesque natural areas along Ames creek, meandering on elevated boardwalks and stair cases and then descending the area on some of the pleasing neighbourhood streets back to our start at the Beaches Branch Library. A pleasing area that offers a little something for everyone and with the sights and sounds of Christmas in the beach neighbourhood.
If you want something a little shorter you can drop-out at various locations along the way. For those who want a stop after the hike, we have a variety of cafes and restaurants to choose from. No dogs. Wear good footwear, bring snacks/lunch and water. Dress according to the weather conditions for the day.
Hiking boots recommended and if there is snow and/or ice bring along icers or similar ice traction wear.
- Urban Walk: Humber River/Black Creek Trail
10:15 AM-12:30 PM 12/14/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-humber-river-black-creek-trail-3/2025-12-14/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet Jane Subway Station outside the Station Attendant’s Booth Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, 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: 9 km Description
Join us for a morning hike north on the Humber Recreation Trail to Dundas Street and eastbound on the Black Creek and Lavender Creek Trail finishing near St. Clair an Runnymede. Mainly paved or gravel paths but expect a couple of short but steep hills. Bring lunch to have early at our stop at Lambton Arena or join us for lunch after the hike.
| 15 | 16 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/16/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-126/2025-12-16/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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: 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 17 | 18 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:15 AM-11:00 AM 12/18/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-127/2025-12-18/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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 (km): 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 19 | 20 - Car Hike: Wilder Forest Uxbridge
8:30 AM-1:30 PM 12/20/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-wilder-forest-uxbridge-11/2025-12-20/ - Car Hike: Caledon Hils E2E #1 of 6
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 12/20/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-caledon-hils-e2e-1of6/2025-12-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at GPS Coordinates: N43.831244, W79.980588 at roadside parking at the southest shoulder of the Willoughby Road and Escarpment Side Trail intersection. Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders), Variable
Distance (km): 16km Description
This is an End 2 End hiking series to cover the Caledon Hills section of the Bruce Trail in 6 hikes. As it is time of year with unsettled weather we will undertake this event at approximately 4 km/hour for an average of 13 kms per segment. Caledon Hills have numerous steep hills and deep valleys so the hikes require consistent stamina. Please consider your hiking fitness level prior to registering as this is a group hike and everyone is expected to keep pace. We will be travelling south to north and will require car shuttling. Please make sure yourself and car shuttle ready, where everyone is expected to participate. First hike is 16 km in length. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for shuttling schedule. Things to bring: lunch/snacks, liquid hydration, sunscreen, layered clothing, personal medication (if any) health card. Hiking boots, icers, gaiters and hiking poles are highly recommended. This series hikes must be completed to receive the CHBTC E2E and Winter E2E. Don’t forget to bring your happy face and enthusiasm. NOTE: Cost of Badge is 10 dollars for BTC members and 15 dollars for Non BTC members. If you want to receive two CHBTC E2E badges, the Club E2E and Winter E2E badge there’s an additional 10 dollars for BTC members and 15 dollars for Non BTC members.
- Urban Walk: Toronto Island By Night
2:30 PM-6:45 PM 12/20/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-toronto-island-by-night-3/2025-12-20/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, foot of Bay Street. Take any streetcar from Union Subway Station one stop to Ferry Docks Station, cross Queen Quay at lights and walk south. Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, David Royle, Brenda Menezes Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance (km): 9 km Description - Join us for a leisurely walk on The Toronto Islands from Ward Island to the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse, returning via the paths and trails along the northern side with great views of the city at night. Route: https://onthegomap.com/s/rdt1vns0
Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. Icers are strongly recommended but keep an eye on the weather forecast. The lake side of the island is generally breezy so dress in layers. Bring a litre of water and possibly snacks. This year we have moved up the start time by one hour so it’s less of a rush at the end. After the walk we’ll head to the Firkon On Harbour for refreshments and fellowship. We will take the Ward Island Ferry scheduled for 2:30 pm, please arrive at the Jack Layton Terminal by 2:15 to check in. Please pre register once registration opens. Fares: Adult Return, $9.11 ; Senior Return (65+), $5.86 ; Youth Return (under 19 with ID), $5.86 ; Junior Return (under 14), $4.29. You can purchase your ticket online at: https://secure.toronto.ca/FerryTicketOnline/tickets2/index.jsp Our aim will be to catch the 6:30 pm return ferry from Ward Island so we can be at the Harbour On Harbour by about 7:00 PM. Please use Contact Hike Leader or email Tom if you wish to join us at the restaurant so we can have an accurate count. Reservation for maximum of 30 has been confirmed for dinner and seperate bills will be provided.
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21 | 22 | 23 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/23/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-128/2025-12-23/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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 (km): 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 24 | 25 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/25/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-129/2025-12-25/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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 (km): 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
- Car Hike : Northeast Trail in Rouge National Urban Park
9:30 AM-3:00 PM 12/25/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-northeast-trail-in-rouge-national-urban-park-2/2025-12-25/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Rouge National Urban Park, Black Walnut Day Use Area, Parking Lot
7445 Elgin Mills Rd E, Markham Hike Leader(s): Kerry Seong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 10.8 Description
Please join us a car hike on Northeast Trail in Rouge National Urban Park. This trail passes through a variety of landscapes such as wetlands, forests, meadows, and farmland. Along the route, we will find seven boardwalks, including a pergola seating area with views of a marsh. Constructed with a durable fiber-glass substructure designed to last for centuries, these boardwalks represent one of Rouge National Urban Park’s latest eco-friendly projects. This is a shuttle hike from Glasgow Trailhead to Black Walnut Day Use Area. Please - pack icers, hiking poles, gaiters and sunblock as the trail is very uneven with ice and frozen snow. icers and hiking poles are mandatory.
- be prepared to use your vehicle to transport hikers
- bring a garbage bag for your dirty boots and clean footwear to change into for the ride back the start. We will leave those things in the cars at the start so you don’t have to carry them on the hike.
- wear a comfortable but study boots and layers for the winter weather.
- bring 1 L of water and snack.
| 26 - Urban Walk: Annual TBTC Boxing Day Hike
9:30 AM-2:45 PM 12/26/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-annual-tbtc-boxing-day-hike-4/2025-12-26/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet inside Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, foot of Bay Street. TTC – take any streetcar from Union Station one stop south the Ferry Docks stop and walk south. Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, David Royle Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 12 Description
Avoid the Boxing Day shopping crowds and come hike with TBTC ‘s Hiking Director and club President instead. The Toronto Islands are very peaceful in the Winter Season. We will catch the 2:15 or 2:45 pm ferry to be back in the city by 3:00 pm. Bring a lunch, snacks, water, a hot beverage, and icers if the first snow has fallen. Dress in warm layers appropriate to the weather. Heated washrooms available. Dropout anytime by walking back to the Ward’s Island Ferry Dock. We will hike towards Hanlan’s Point and return to Ward’s Island (the only ferry destination served in the Winter) – approximately 5-6 km each way.
| 27 - Car Hike: Caledon Hills E2E #2 of 6
8:30 AM-2:30 PM 12/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-caledon-hills-btc-e2e-2-of-6/2025-12-27/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at GPS N43.918917, W79.909387 at roadside parking on Innis Lake Road, north of Finnerty Sideroad. Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 15km Description
This is an End2End hiking series to cover the Caledon Hills section of the Bruce Trail in 6 hikes. As it is time of the year with unsettled weather we will undertake this event at approximately 4km/hour for an average of 13kms per segment. Caledon Hills have numerous steep hills and deep valleys so the hike require consistent stamina. Please consider your hiking fitness level prior to registering as this is a group hike and everyone is expected to keep pace. Please make sure you and your car ready for shuttling, where everyone is expected to participate. Things to bring: lunch/snacks, liquid hydration, sunscreen, layered clothing, personal medication (if any) and health card. Hiking boot/shoe, icers, gaiters and hiking poles are highly recommended. This series must be completed to receive the CHBTC regular E2E badge and (CHBTC E2E Winter badge) if desired. Cost of Badge -$10 for BTC members and $15 dollars for non BTC members.
- Car Hike: Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill 219
8:30 AM-1:15 PM 12/27/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-bethesda-trail-richmond-hill-33/2025-12-27/ Click here for more information or to register 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 (km): 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
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28 - Car Hike: Hike #1 of 5 to earn the Toronto Side Trails Badge!
9:30 AM-1:30 PM 12/28/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-hike-1-of-5-to-earn-the-toronto-side-trails-badge/2025-12-28/  Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at the Tim Horton’s on Trafalgar Road just south of Highway 401 (coordinates are 43.567794, -79.826086) and then carpool to the start of the hike. Hike Leader(s): Monica Pasquali Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 8.24 km Description
This is the first in a series of five hikes that will be offered one Sunday per month so that participants can earn the Toronto Side Trails Badge during the winter and early spring. Each out-and-back hike will cover a distance of 8-11 km and be hiked at a leisurely to moderate pace (approximately 3 km/h). Please note that the hikes will be posted separately on the BTC calendar – you will have to register for each hike that you’re interested in joining. For this first hike we will explore the newest side trails in the Toronto section – the Beeney Creek Side Trail and the Ancient Maple Side Trail – as well as the nearby Ridge Side Trail and the Todd Bardes Meadowland Side Trail. Please dress appropriately for a winter hike by dressing in layers (wear an inner layer that wicks sweat away from your skin, a middle layer that keeps you warm, and an outer layer that protects you from wind and snow), wearing gloves/mittens and a toque, and wearing warm and comfortable footwear that has good traction in snow/ice (icers placed over your boots work great!). Hiking poles or walking sticks are an asset since they will help keep you balanced if the ground is slippery. As well, make sure you bring enough water and food for a 3 hour hike since we’ll be covering a total distance of 8.24 km. Since parking might be limited at the places we’ll be hiking in this hike series, we will meet at the Tim Horton’s on Trafalgar Road just south of Highway 401 (coordinates are 43.567794, -79.826086) and then carpool to the start of each hike. Please be prepared to participate in each carpool by ensuring you have space in your car if you are not already carpooling with others to the Tim Horton’s meeting point. Looking forward to exploring some of Toronto’s side trails with you!
| 29 | 30 - Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill 157
8:45 AM-11:00 AM 12/30/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/urban-walk-valley-view-park-thornhill-130/2025-12-30/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto Location (Google Maps): Parking lot is off Sycamore Drive East of Bayview , across Starbucks plaza
Bus 91 from Finch east station stops at Sycamore station. 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 (km): 7-8 km Description
We will explore Valleyview and Maple View parks, and walk along German Mill Creak, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack under beautiful shed. Although this is considered an “Urban Walk”, you can expect some hills up and down and uneven surfaces with tree roots. Please bring hiking poles, water and snacks. phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482
| 31 - Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm New Year’s Eve Hike
12:00 PM-2:30 PM 12/31/2025 https://hikes.brucetrail.org/event/car-hike-scotsdale-farm-new-years-eve-hike-3/2025-12-31/ Click here for more information or to register Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Scotsdale Farm, Map 13 Hike Leader(s): Al Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s) Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 8-10 km Description
Come join me for a New Year’s Eve hike on the Bruce Trail followed by some good cheer at the Shepard’s Crook in old Georgetown. Trail conditions are expected to be icy so bring your icers. The hike will be shortened depending on whether conditions. To get to the meeting point from Hwy 401 go north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown to the juncture with Hwy 7. North on Hwy 7 to Silver Creek. Turn right and back onto Trafalgar Road. Go north about 1.5 km to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm on your right. The parking area is about 0.5 km from Trafalgar Road near the old homestead.
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