Toronto Hike Schedule

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Ainley Trail, Glen Williams

Hike Leader(s): David Rowney 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): 7 km

Description

Looking for something fun to do on Canada Day?  We’re offering you a chance to go on a hike along the Credit River footpath, then march with the Halton Hills Chapter of the Toronto Club at the Glen Williams Canada Day parade! This tiny hamlet known as the Glen, puts on a fantastic, small-town patriotic parade, just like in the movies. Afterwards, you can attend the celebration in the park, grab some food and picnic, listen to music, and tour various booths at the market. To sign up for this hike, you must also commit to participate in the parade (and bring a flag if you have one, and wear red colours!).

The hike will be approximately 5k in length with an additional 2k related to the parade. Bring snacks (and a lunch if you don’t want to buy it at the park). There are washrooms at the park and we will stop for a bio break on the trail. The terrain is relatively flat with some uneven ground and a few modest hills. Wear sunscreen, hat, bring bug spray and lots of water. Dress appropriately for the weather. The pace will be moderate and relaxed.

Your itinerary for the day:

9:00 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Hike out from Glen Williams, along the Credit Valley footpath

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Head back (there and back hike) to Glen Williams

11:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Walk over to the parade start on Beaver St.

12:00 noon – 12:45 p.m.
March in the Canada Day parade

1:00 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Enjoy the Canada Day celebrations in the park

Contact David Rowney for more information 289-924-0713; david.rowney@gmail.com
(If you would like to only participate in the parade, contact Angelika Sommer: ASommer46@outlook.com)

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet at roadside parking on the east side of Fourth Line where the main trail crosses the road (coordinates are 43.615163, -79.975157).

Hike Leader(s): Monica Pasquali (she/her); Talise Liang (she/her) 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)
Distance (km): 8 km

Description

This hike is part of our Rainbow Hike program🌈, which aims to foster connection, visibility, and community among 2SLGBTQIA+ hikers and allies.  We’ll be joined by Doug O’Neill, who leads Rainbow Hikes with the Iroquoia Bruce Trail Club, and Lana Hubbard, a transgender hike leader with the Caledon Bruce Trail Club.

After everyone checks in with me at the meeting location, we will hike the main Bruce Trail towards Limehouse Conservation Area.  We will then use the Black Creek Side Trail and the main trail to create a loop to visit the oldest draw kiln in Ontario, the infamous stone arch, and the “Hole-in-the-Wall” through escarpment rock.  After our exploration of Limehouse Conservation Area we will retrace our steps back along the main trail to return to our parked cars.  The complete 8 km route will resemble the shape of a lollipop, hence the name of this hike.🍭

Everyone who participates in this hike will receive a FREE Bruce Trail Pride Badge as well as a sweet rainbow treat from me!

You should bring 2 litres of water and enough food for a 3-hour hike, comfortable hiking shoes and socks, a hat, a breathable shirt, and lightweight long pants (to minimize the risk of a tick bite).  If rain is in the forecast then a rain jacket would also be a great idea.  Sunblock and bug repellent are also useful if it’s a sunny and buggy day.

After the hike, anyone who is interested in joining me for some après-hike refreshments at nearby Spirit Tree Estate Cidery (https://spirittreecider.com) is more than welcome to do so.  And if you don’t want to purchase your lunch at Spirit Tree then no worries — we’ll be eating at picnic tables in their outdoor Cider Gardens so you can bring your lunch and still enjoy some great post-hike vibes.

Looking forward to hiking with you on July 1st!  And feel free to share this page/link with your 2SLGBTQIA+ friends and family.

For more information on Bruce Trail’s 2SLGBTQIA+ hikes, and to get information on upcoming Rainbow Hikes, please see the following webpage: https://brucetrail.org/pride-2026/

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Caledon Hills
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Forks of the Credit Provincial Park, Map 15

Hike Leader(s): Al Brown 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

We will complete a loop hike through the Park, crossing the Credit River above the Cataract Falls. Then we will follow the trail down into the valley to a viewpoint of the Falls itself. The hike will take us by the east bank of the Credit River south then turning east and then north through the main park past glacial features and old homesteads. Natural features include kettle lakes and milkweed fields where we might spot monarch butterflies.

Refreshments in Belfountain or Erin after the hike.

The meeting point is the intersection of Mississauga Road and Cataract Road. Parking is located on both sides of the road. Park in marked areas only. To get to this point drive north on Mississauga Road about 3 km past Belfountain.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at Kolapore parking, south of km 23.8 Grey Rd 2. Coordinates N 44.422919,W 80.405597 map 25

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): About 24kms. A little longer then the map shows because of a reroute.

Description

This is the first of 5 consecutive days to complete the Beaver Valley section. Beaver Valley is beautiful and challenging section. Please note that these hikes are long and are at the height of summer. Please assess your ability to keep up with the pace and distance of these hikes series before registering.
we will shuttle to km 0.0 and hike back. Bring at least 2 litres of water, snacks and lunch. Bug repellent and sun screen.

make sure to arrive at 8:15 for each hike so we can be in the cars and ready to go by 8:30. All participants need to drive car shuttles as many times as needed at the duration of these hikes. Please note that you need to register to each hike individually.

this is a no reply email. If you need to get in touch with me, please use my personal email address above.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Same as day 1

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): 26kms and a bit of road walking on each end.

Description

Please see hike instructions on day 1.

we will shuttle to north of km 50.0 west side of Grey Rd 13 and walk back.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): ET Seton Park and Taylor Creek Park. Meet at Sunnybrook Park Station on Line 5 (Eglinton Crosstown) at the interection of Eglionton Avenue and Leslie Street

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales 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 (km): 8 km

Description

Join us for a morning urban walk through ET Seton and Taylor Creek Parks.

Map of route:

https://onthegomap.com/s/bq3rdkfc

The hike will finish at Victoria Park Subway Station on Line 2.

There is no washrooms at Sunnybrook Park Station (the nearest facilities are at Eglinton Station on Line 1 and Line 5).  We will stop at facilities in the park at 1.6 km and 6.0 km.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Graham Hill Rd 60 meters to the west of km 74.2. Coordinates N 44.333807,W 80.554916 map # 26.

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): 24 kms.

Description

Please see hike notes on hike #1. We will shuttle to km 50.0 and hike back.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Same as day 3.

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): 21.5 kms

Description

Please look at hike 1 for the instructions. We will shuttle to km 95.7 and walk back.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Toronto, Beaver Valley
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Km 117.3 grey Rd 12. Coordinates N 44.500537,W 80.632902 map 28. Please note that this parking is not marked on the map. It is marked on the Bruce Trail App.

Hike Leader(s): Smadar Junkin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk (4-5 km/hr)
Terrain: Challenging, Hilly, Level 3 (Advanced – steep hills and some scrambling over boulders)
Distance (km): 21.6

Description

Last day, badge day, treats day. We will shuttle to km 95.7 and hike back. See hike notes on day 1.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

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

Click here for more information or to register

Optional Items

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

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): Celia Ho, 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 (km): 10-11 km

Description

Join us on our a Friday bus hike to celebrate Healthy Parks Healthy People Day 2026 and explore Sandbanks Provincial Park in Picton, Prince Edward County, ON. We will be enjoying the world’s largest baymouth barrier dune formation, sandy beaches and breathtaking views along the edge of Lake Ontario.

There will be a refreshment stop in Main Street Wellington after the hike before returning to Toronto. The village of Wellington features the Wellington Heritage Museum, the Wellington beach with a beautiful boardwalk along the shore to a lighthouse, and local restaurants, cafes and breweries.

Note: No Fee will be charged for the Provincial Park entry since it is Healthy Parks Healthy People Day (free admission to Ontario provincial parks).

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

Click here for more information or to register

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Toronto
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Boston Mills Road – Roadside Parking

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 km

Description

Starting from Boston Mills Road, we will take the main trail and side trails to form a large loop through the Terra Cotta Conservation Area.  Our route will include some rocky and uneven terrain, which may be tricky to navigate.  Wear hiking boots and bring poles.

Ticks and other insects are active at this time of year, so wearing clothing covering the legs are arms is recommended as is insect repellent. Bring plenty to drink and a snack.

Please arrive at the meeting place by 8:15 am for an 8:30 am departure.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance (km): 6-7 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.