Trip Information
Departure Time: 07:00
Return to City Time: 20:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup
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Trip Activities
Moderate group ($0.01)
Fast group ($0.01)
Optional Items
Pickup at HWY 400 and Major Mac ($0.01)
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Coach Trips
Location (Google Maps): Evergreen Resort, Red Bay
Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Janet McColeman, Robin Crombie, Tim Wainwright 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), Rocky
Distance (km): Moderate 12km, Fast 15 to 18 km
Description
Departure: Friday September 25
- 7AM from 10 York Mills Rd
- 7:20 AM from HWY 400 and Major Mackenzie Dr Park and Ride
Return: Sunday September 27 between 7 and 8 PM
Join us for three days of guided hiking on the beautiful Saugeen Peninsula. Spend your days on the Bruce Trail and your evenings at Evergreen Resort (https://evergreenresortredbay.com/index.html) overlooking Lake Huron.
We will explore the Skinner’s Bluff, Colpoy’s Bay, Cape Crocker, Hope Bay, Rush Cove, Barrow Bay, Lion’s Head, and/or Cape Chin areas, using both the main trail and some fun side trails. You will be treated to scenic lunch spots, cool dolostone cliffs, neat crevasses, beautiful shale beaches, and lots of awesome views of Georgian Bay. Come prepared for some strenuous climbs, some challenging footing over boulders and crevasses, and some exposed sections. There will be a moderate group (hiking about 12 km each day) and a fast group (hiking between 15 and 18 km each day). Both groups will do full day hikes with no dropouts.
Please note the Peninsula section is rugged. These hikes are not suitable for people who are afraid of heights. All fit, experienced hikers comfortable walking on this type or terrain are welcome. There won’t be a sightseeing group or other activities for non-hikers.
Accommodation is in one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages (linens, bedding, and towels provided). Each cottage has a full bathroom, fridge, and heater. The resort has a hot tub and a private beach perfect for viewing sunsets. Cost is $370.75 per person (plus taxes and gratuity extra). This includes two nights’ accommodation, two dinners, two breakfasts, and two boxed lunches. Another group will be at Evergreen Resort the same weekend as us. To ensure there is space for all participants and we can run this trip, all cottages must be shared, all bedrooms in all cottages must be occupied, and some bedrooms will need to be shared. The one-bedroom water view cottages have a sitting area with a small table, two chairs, and a couch, a three piece bathroom, and a bedroom with two double beds. Each one-bedroom cottage needs to be occupied by two people. Similarly each garden view motel unit has two double beds and a sitting area. These units will also need to be shared. Finally each two-bedroom cottage will need to have three occupants. The only units suitable for single occupancy are garden view units 203 and 204 (they are small with no sitting area).
Coach fare is $195 for members, $215 for non-members, and $120 for children. All applicable fuel surcharges as of June have been included in the coach fare. In these volatile times the Toronto Bruce Trail Club reserves the right to charge for currently unanticipated increases in the cost of fuel.
Registration instructions:
Please find roommates / cottagemates before you register. To avoid problems, make sure you and your roommate(s) reserve your cottage and your seats on the coach at the same time. If you’re new to our coach trips or don’t have a friend who would like to join you, complete our roommate request form at: https://saugeen.s.gy/rooms and we will do our best to find you a match.
- Call Evergreen Resort at 519-534-1868 to book your cottage.
- To reserve your seat on the bus, register here starting on Friday June 12th at 8:00 PM.
Cancellation policy: While we are hoping for sunshine, the trip cannot be cancelled due to weather. Coach fare is non-refundable.
