Toronto Hike Schedule

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Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Seaton Trail Parking Lot, Pickering

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 12-14 km

Description

We will hike along Seaton trail and enjoy the lovely scenery of forest and river.
• Please dress appropriately for the weather.
• We will have short water, picture, Bio and a 15 minute snack breaks. Everyone is welcome!

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Pear Tree Parking Lot

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 12 km

Description

This is a series of 6 hikes to explore various side trails in the Toronto Section of the Bruce Trail.  Hikers completing all six hikes will be eligible to obtain the Toronto Side Trail Badge.  Each hike requires a separate registration.  The hikes in this series will take place on January 12, 26, February 2, 9, 23, and March 2.  Hikes will be dependent on weather / travel conditions.  All hikes will be undertaken at a medium pace.

This hike will explore the Al Shaw Side Trail and the northern part of the Hilton Falls Side Trail.

Dress in layers for the weather, wear appropriate hiking footwear, bring icers and hiking poles.  Bring plenty of water or other hydration and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place  by 8:15 am.  We will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

If your plans change and you are unable to join the hike, please cancel your reservation in the My Hikes Section of the BTC website.

Trip Information
Departure Time: 09:00
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

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Trip Activities
X-Country Ski ($0.01)
Snowshoe - McRae Lake ($0.01)
Snowshoe - Resort ($.01)

Optional Items
P/U at Hwy 400 & Major Mac ($.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Horseshoe Resort

Hike Leader(s): Tim Wainwright, Roland Mark; George Lennon; Robin Crombie 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

Description

Join us for an awesome day of winter fun at Horseshoe Resort and in the beautiful McCrae Lake Conservation Reserve.

Cross-country skiers:  Glide through forests and fields on 30 km of trails groomed for classic and skate skiing. Classic ($49) and skate ski ($59)  rentals available. All cross-country skiing is self-guided. Ski passes are $35 per person.

Winter hikers: Join Roland and George for a fun guided hike in beautiful McCrae Lake Conservation Reserve. The group will be out all day and eat lunch on the trail. Depending on conditions you may need snowshoes, microspikes, or just boots. Option 2: Snowshoe with Tim and Robin on Horseshoe’s trails. Those staying on resort will need to purchase trail passes ($15); snowshoe rentals ($20) are available for those who stay on resort.

Reserve your rental equipment ahead of time at https://horseshoeresort.com/nordic-centre/cross-country-ski/

Trail fees will be collected in cash on the bus. We will leave the resort at 4 PM.

Departure 1: 9 AM, 10 York Mills Rd

Departure 2: 9:20 AM, HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Dr Park and Ride

Please arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes before departure. The bus waits for no one.

Policy for running this trip: To run this trip we need 40 registrants 8 days in advance. We may cancel the trip on short notice if there is substantial risk of trail or resort  closure due to major weather warnings. If there is enough snow to ski and conditions are marginal or better, we will go. Marginal conditions mean not ideal skiing conditions. For example, wet snow, a thin bumpy base, or some icy patches. If TBTC cancels the trip, we will refund your coach fare. No refund if you cancel.

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): South Humber Recreational Trail/Toronto Waterfront Trail

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance (km): 10.9 km

Description

Please join me at the south east corner of Eglinton and Scarlett by 10 AM.  We will hike south on the Humber Recreational Trail to Lakeshore Blvd and Ellis (km 19.2 to km 8.3).  Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge: https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n

Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, and icers.

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

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Toronto Section, Limehouse

Hike Leader(s): Tim Wainwright, Fayaz Mahmood Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 8.41 km

Description

We will be hiking in winter conditions of ice and snow so these will be slower and shorter hikes than in other seasons. Icers or snowshoes are mandatory, and gaiters and poles recommended. The terrain is not too hilly, but the footing is treacherous in winter with many uneven, rocky sections to navigate. The leaders will let registrants know in advance if snowshoes are feasible for the day.  Please bring at least 2L of water, snacks, and your lunch. Any hikers are welcome to join the hikes regardless of whether a person is working towards a badge. Those who complete all 6 hikes will qualify for the Toronto club’s Winter E2E badge. The fee is $10 per badge ($15 for non-members) and will be collected by the hike leader on trip #4.  Or you may choose to purchase the special stained glass Fundraising End to End badge for $30.

This hike goes through the Limehouse Conservation Area trail to the Sixth Line Parking lot from the Fourth Line Parking Lot.  (8.41 km). This includes the portion of the trail taken off Fifth Line in 2025. There will be a refreshment/social stop in Georgetown after the hike before returning to the York Mills Station departure point by 6:00 PM.

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Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Happy Valley, Oak Ridges Trail 16th Sideroad & Weston Road

Please park along 16th Side road

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): 12-14 km

Description

Come and join us  to view nice scenery and look out of  Happy valley

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): Day 1 February 21/ 26~22km – Meet in Limehouse across from the school on the south side of 22 Sideroad. https://maps.app.goo.gl/CPanxLLqpDLuv3aW8
Car shuttle to Hilton Falls Conservation Area (Conservation Halton) https://maps.app.goo.gl/SDmBuYe3vYbKYpem7 22km (Paid parking at Hilton Falls unless we have a pass. Drivers do not pay for parking but rather it is split amongst those without a pass)
Day 2 February 22/ 26 ~16.50km – Meet in Limehouse across from the school on the south side of 22 Sideroad. https://maps.app.goo.gl/CPanxLLqpDLuv3aW8
Car shuttle to Roadside parking on Tenth Line 2.2km southeast of 32 Sideroad https://maps.app.goo.gl/bZuaXMvTXEFJpCoP8
Day 3 February 28/26 ~ 12km – Meet at roadside parking on Boston Mills Rd just west of Mississauga Rd intersection. Note: the driveway is private property. https://maps.app.goo.gl/xjwrG9QQ8irmoqdLA
Car shuttle to Roadside parking on Tenth Line 2.2km southeast of 32 Sideroad https://maps.app.goo.gl/bZuaXMvTXEFJpCoP8
For those who are signed up for the next section, you will not have to complete the last 2.50km until we hike Caledon section. For those wishing to complete Toronto section in its entirety, you will be driven to the border at the end of today’s hike. You will walk to your car at Boston Mills. We will make sure that the car shuttle will work so that you will not have to worry about getting back to Tenth line where we started.

Please save March 1 as a make up day for inclement weather.

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr, Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Slippery and Steep Sections, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 12 – 22km

Description

This is a monetized hike with the proceeds going towards the Toronto Bruce Trail Club – “Preserving a ribbon of wilderness for everyone, forever.” Your badge, depicting the arch over Black Creek, the hike logistics, shared shuttle driving and hike guidance are all included in your fee. Since it is the intention to run a similar hike in all sections this year, why not join or renew your membership with the Bruce Trail Conservancy if you are not already a member? Please use my code 67abd1234c568 until the end of 2025 to receive free digital maps as well as all the other great benefits included with membership.

Membership details here: https://brucetrail.org/product-category/memberships/

Please read all details for this hike to ensure it is suitable for you. The pace and terrain are particularly important details.
Registered participants will receive a WhatsApp invitation (optional) which can be used for photo share and other items of interest.

You must be registered to participate in this group hike. You cannot just show up as there are often people on the waitlist.
This is a multi 3 day hike – Feb 21,22,28, 2026. Please save March 1 for potential make up days in case of inclement weather.

Please ensure your car is car shuttle-ready with at least 4 available seatbelts including the driver’s. We will take turns either being the shuttle driver or driving the drivers back to their cars after the hike is over.

Please pack whatever food you will require for a long day hike including lunch and snacks; 2l of water minimum; first aid kit; poles if you use them; and icers. You may also wish to pack extra socks and rain gear. Remember to dress in layers. Gloves/mitts, scarf / neck gator, a toque and a puffy jacket. Consider lined pants as well.

We will break for a morning clothing adjustment, a 10min break around 10am, 15 min lunch and an afternoon break if we are finishing after 2pm. Bio-breaks are as you need them – please let the sweep know who will wait for you. This is a 3 day group hike so it is important you keep pace with the person in front of you. We will help each other and wait for one another but please consider your physical ability before signing up for this hike. There are no drop outs – if you are not able to finish the hike you will need to arrange for transportation back to your car via taxi or Uber at your cost.

The Toronto stained-glass badges will be presented on the last day. If you have to miss one of these hiking days, you may make it up on your own before the last day of the series. Since it is a group hike, it is intended that everyone who registers be present on all days.

Any questions may be directed through contact on this form.
If you cannot make it, please remove yourself from registration (or have the person who registered you remove your registration) by following these steps:

To cancel your registration, here  is a step by step:
– Sign into your account on the BTC website
– Click on My Hikes under your account
– This will take you to a list of hikes you have registered for
– Scroll down to the appropriate hike and cursor over to the far right hand column under the Action column.
– Click Cancel under the hike you wish to cancel

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

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Trip Activities
Snowshoe Hiking ($.01)
C-Country Skiing ($.01)

Optional Items
P/U at Hwy 400 & Major Mac ($0.01)

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Awenda Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): Lisa Lifshitz, Nijole Mockevicius; Ted Moriarty; Janet McColeman; Tim Wainwright 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

Description

Bus departs 10 York Mills Rd at 8:00 AM and Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride at 8:20 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.

Join us for a super fun winter day in beautiful Awenda Provincial Park. Be prepared to pick your activity according to the conditions. If snowshoeing is good – great! If winter hiking is better – enjoy! If skiing is possible – bonus! The trip will run no matter what.

Driving time to Awenda is 1.75 hours. It’s so worth it to spend the day on the shore of Georgian Bay.

Winter hikers: Explore the trails on your own or join Nijole and Lisa for a guided hikes on Awenda’s beautiful winter trails. The hikes will traverse parts of the Bluff, Wendat, and Connector trails, and will also circle around Kettle’s Lake. Mostly flat with a few short hills. Pace will be approximately 3 km/hr. Plenty of time to take pictures and enjoy the scenery. Skiers: If conditions allow, enjoy self-guided tours of Awenda’s beautiful ski trails with majestic views of Georgian Bay. No rentals. No food or drink.

For information about trail conditions visit: https://www.ontarioparks.com/skireport.

Hikers: It may not be clear ahead of time whether snowshoes, icers, or just boots will be the most appropriate footwear. Come prepared for anything. If the Club cancels this trip, your coach fare will be refunded. 

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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: Stained Glass Badge End to End Fundraiser Hike
Location (Google Maps): This is a great beginner hike for those who want to learn to hike and collect the Stained-Glass Badge
**Meet on 3rd line (Charles Hildebrandt Side Trail)

Hike Leader(s): Anita Bergsma Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Varies

Description

Join us for this special 3-day Toronto End to End this spring on Feb 21, Feb 28, and March 7th.  The hikes will be at a leisurely pace, 3 + km per hour. Roughly 15 km for each hike.  This is suitable for beginner to intermediate hikers.

We will be using hikers’ vehicles to shuttle between our start point and our meeting point. As well, there will be entry costs at Hilton Falls.  (If you are a member of  Halton Conservation, please bring your pass.) Costs will be shared amongst the hikers unless you have a pass.

Proper hiking boots are a must!  Bring hiking poles (if you use them), icers, food, snacks, 2L of water, a hat, and rain gear. It may be cool, wet or warm. Please check the weather forecast each day before heading out.

Arrive by 8:00 am to check in. Once everyone has arrived, we will proceed and drive to the starting point.

Your fee includes the guidance and organization of a volunteer hike leader. Everyone will receive their Stained-glass End to End badge upon completion, which depicts the historic Limehouse Arch.
If you must miss a day but can make it up before the last scheduled hike, you will still qualify for this special badge. This is a fundraising hike for the Bruce Trail Club. Proceeds go to the Toronto Club to support the trail infrastructure and to the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s mission “Protecting this ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.”

Please, no dogs or children.

There are no refunds for this hike series. Please ensure you are physically capable of these distances before signing up for this hike.

If you have any questions, please enquire with the hike leader through this form.

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Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Parking lot before entrance of park on Islington 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): 14-15 km

Description

Let’s hike Boyd conservation park trails through beautiful valleys.

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,hiking poles are recommended

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

Hike open to BTC Members only.

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Decew House Heritage Park, enter from Decew Rd, km 29.9, GPS 43.107568,-79.249598. We will shuttle to the parking at the entrance to Woodend Conservation Area, km 15.5, GPS 43.143241,-79.167617 to begin our hike.

Hike Leader(s): Jacqueline Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance (km): 15km

Description

Come and join in on one or more of this winter series. Hikers must register for individual hikes. Hikes are 14-18 kms and expect an average pace of 4 km/hr with snack/lunch breaks.

Hikers should be prepared for the season – layered clothing, hiking boots, icers, snowshoes (if we get fresh snowfall), poles, water, snacks/lunch, first aid kit, and icers. Please arrive in time to be ready for our 8:30 departure.

Hikers should be prepared to share their cars for shuttling – to be shared evenly.

If we encounter unsafe hiking or driving conditions, I will cancel/re-schedule the hike the day before. If you are unable to join us on the day of the hike, please text me at 647-231-0946.

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): Duff Pit Side Trail – Eigth Line Side Trail

Hike Leader(s): George Lennon, Janet Patterson Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 8.2 km

Description

We will be hiking in winter conditions of ice and snow so these will be slower and shorter hikes than in other seasons. Icers or snowshoes are mandatory, and gaiters and poles recommended. The terrain is not too hilly, but the footing is treacherous in winter with many uneven, rocky sections to navigate. The leaders will let registrants know in advance if snowshoes are feasible for the day.  Please bring at least 2L of water, snacks, and your lunch. Any hikers are welcome to join the hikes regardless of whether a person is working towards a badge. Those who complete all 6 hikes will qualify for the Toronto club’s Winter E2E badge. The fee is $10 per badge ($15 for non-members) and will be collected by the hike leader on this trip, #4.  Or you may choose to purchase the special stained glass Fundraising End to End badge for $30.

This hike will take us from the Duff Pit Side Trail to the Eighth Line Side Trail Parking Lot.  There will be a refreshment/social stop in Georgetown after the hike before returning to the York Mills Station departure point by 6:00 PM.

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Hosting Club: Toronto, Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Roadside Parking – on Mulmur-Nottawasaga Townline, 550 meters east of Lavender Hill Rd at the cemetery. (Don’t block the cemetery gate). Km 54.9 Map 21, Edition 31. GPS N44.268777, W80.156810

Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella 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), Rocky
Distance (km): 14

Description

This is DHBTC E2E in 4. E2E hikers are rewarded the club coveted E2E badge upon completion. However, joiners must complete the four series hikes to earn their badge. Missed segment/s must be made up prior to the completion of the last leg to receive their badge. Hiking is not just being the fastest or finishing first, more stories are created along the journey on seeing and feeling the landscape and making friends with other member of the group. Day hikes essentials to bring, lunch/snacks, sufficient preferred liquid hydration, sun screen, bug spray, head covering for sun protection, appropriate clothing for the weather, personal medication/s (if any), health card, happy face and your enthusiasm. Hiking shoes and poles are highly recommended. Please note that “Icers” are now mandatory to carry on all hikes from the on set of Winter to mid-April. Showing up at meet up location for non-compliance will result to be refuse joining the group. Make sure you and your car are shuttle ready as everybody are expected to participate. Cost of badge is 10 dollars for BTC member and 15 dollars for non-member. Please arrive fifteen minutes early for car shuttling.

This is a H4H-H4F !!!.hike. If this schedule suits you, you’re welcome to join.

Note: to reach the specific parking lot location, use GPS Coordinates specified at the meet-up location above.

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Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Park along Fairfield Dr. or Dufferin Street, Gathering at trail head in Dufferin Street.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri 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): 14-15 km

Description

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.

Please bring lots of water and snacks ,Ice cleats and hiking poles are recommended

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

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

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance (km): 10.4 km

Description

Please join me at the south west corner of Lakeshore Blvd West and Ellis by 10 AM.  We will hike east along the Waterfront Trail to the Distillery District (km 8.3 to km 71.4).  Here is an online map with km markings of our route for all 7 hikes for the Toronto Urban Badge.  https://onthegomap.com/s/c2c1hf3n

Please make sure you bring at least 2 liters of water, a lunch, and icers.