Toronto Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Uxbridge-Brock Track

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

Meet at the Brock Tract parking lot on the east side of Durham 1/Brock Rd., approximately 5 km south of Coppin’s Corners, Uxbridge or 1 km north of Uxbridge Pickering Town Line. 1401 Brock Rd. (Free parking).

Hike Leader(s): Amir Alemohammad Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 14-16 km

Description

Join us for a wonderful hike in Uxbridge starting from Brock Track parking lot. We will hike the Brock Track and Wilder Forest among the amazing trails of Uxbridge.

Boots  mandatory, poles recommended, bring 2 litres of water and dress according to weather conditions.

Please arrive at 7:45 for a 8:00 start.

Beware, Iphone Maps may take you to the wrong location. Check the location with Google Maps the previous night.

This is a joint hike with Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA).

Tobermory, 2 of 3, Map 42

Hosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Peninsula National Park

Hike Leader(s): Alex Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Mixed (See Hike Description)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 14-15 km

Description

This is the second of three hikes in this series. We will hike from the Bruce Peninsula National Park along Georgian Bay, north to Little Cove . Excellent views of the Bay.

The meeting point will be the Cairn in Tobermory marking the northern terminus of the Bruce Trail or as agreed the previous day. We will then drive to the parking area at Little Cove Road (km 156.4) or National Park to drop off cars and start the hike.

Parking fees will apply. More information to be provided closer to the date.

Trail conditions are rocky which will make progress slow at times.

For those coming long distance, local accommodation should be available in Tobermory. More information about the hike will be posted closer to the date.

Dog-Friendly Hike: Hockley Valley Side trail series

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

Hike Leader(s): Lindita Kalo Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Mixed (See Hike Description), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Variable
Distance (km): 12 km

Description

Join me on the series of dog friendly to complete Caledon side trail challenge. Hockley Valley main Bruce trail and side trail.
This hike has some hills. We will keep moderate speed. be true to your abilities of hiking.
I have a 3 year old Aussie very friendly with people and other dogs.

Tobermory, 3 of 3, Map 42

Hosting Club: Toronto, Peninsula
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Little Cove to Tobermory

Hike Leader(s): Alex Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Mixed (See Hike Description)
Terrain: Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 8-11 km

Description

This is the third and last hike in this series, ending at the cairn in Tobermory. This hike will be shorter, allowing for an early departure for those wishing to head home. An optional hike on the Burnt Point Loop Side Trail is available for those interested.

The meeting point will be the Cairn in Tobermory marking the northern terminus of the Bruce Trail. We will take two or three vehicles to the Little Cove parking area to start the hike. Parking fees will apply. More information to be provided closer to the date.

Trail conditions are in spots rocky which may slow us.

At the end of the hike those completing the Peninsula section and wanting to get their end to end badges will be presented them at the Cairn. Please contact the hike leader to order a badge for yourself. The cost will be confirmed when the order is place. Please allow two weeks for processing. After the hike those wishing to stop for refreshments are invited to meet at a nearby location. Otherwise, they can begin the drive home.

For those coming long distance, local accommodation should be available in Tobermory.

More information about the hike will be posted closer to the date.

Urban Walk: McCowan District Trail/Scarborough Bluffs

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet outside Eglinton GO Station on Eglinton Ave east at Bellamy Road. Take TTC Morningside 116 from Kennedy Station to Bellamy Road North / Eglinton Go Station Stop (11 minutes, frequency every 8 minutes)

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales 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), Variable
Distance (km): 8-9 km

Description

We’ll follow the local McCowan District Recreational Trail in Scarborough and then eventually to Resthaven Memorial Gardens leading us to Brimley Road and Kingston Road. We’ll approach the Scarborough Bluffs via the Chine Drive Ravine. We’ll be viewing the bluffs from above (not descending) from Scarborough Bluffs Park. We’ll finish at Rosetta McClain Gardens, one of Toronto’s nicest public gardens (on Kingston Road east of Birchmount Road). Join us for lunch, if you wish, at Len Duckworth Fish & Chips on Kingston Road for their lunch special

Urban hike: Valley View Park Thornhill

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 Mills Creek, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack ,coffee,tea .

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

Urban Walk: Valley View Park Thornhill

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 Mills Creek, in return we stop in Huntington park and have snack ,coffee,tea .

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

Bus Hike: Terra Cotta (New Hikers & Families Welcome)

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

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Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Main Bruce Trail Boston Mills Road, through Terra Cotta Conservation Area, to Tenth Line

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Felix Wan 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): 10-11 km

Description

New Hikers (but all are welcome) are invited to join me on a 10 km Introductory Level Bus Hike on the Toronto Section of the Bruce Trail around Terra Cotta less than an hour from Toronto.  Expect some downhill/uphill and tree roots but nothing too rocky or challenging. We’ll be following behind the hikers completing the club’s annual two day E2E hike. There will be the option of a short out and back hike on the Walking Fern Side Trail at the end. After the hike we’ll drive to Spirit Tree Estates Cidery that offers pizza and baked goods and a country store. Hopefully the weather cooperates so we can sit on the picnic tables outside. Optional dropout at 5 km. Hiking boots are recommended. Beginners and families welcome.

• =>>> Please read the TBTC Paid Hikes Refund Policy before registering: https://torontobrucetrailclub.org/hikes/no-show-policy”. There will be no refunds for this hike if the registrant cancels or misses the coach on the date of departure for any reason. Registration fees are not transferrable between different hikes nor can unused fares qualify for a tax receipt.

Boyd Conservation Park, Islington Avenue, Vaughan

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Free 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): 12-14 km

Description

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

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

phone number for the day of hike 289 588 6482

JEWELS OF GRAND VALLEY TRAIL - YORK TO CALEDONIA AND RUTHVEN PARK - 14 KM

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking and departure: Meet at 9:30am in Caledonia – Kinsmen Park trout park, Caledonia, at intersection of Caithness St. W (Rd 54) and Blair St. turn into the riverside parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent 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), Variable
Distance (km): 14km

Description

About this hike: This hike will be in Towpath section of GVTA: York to Caledonia and Ruthven Park, National Historic Site. This is a linear hike including areas of interest off the main trail. We will be walking on some of the streets in Caledonia and local trails along the river. Then we all drive to Ruthven Park where we will finish our hike on the Ruthven Park property trails.

If you choose to, you will also have the opportunity to tour the Ruthven Greek Revival Mansion. There is a fee to tour inside the mansion: $12 adults, $10 senior 65+.About this series: Jewels of Grand Valley Trail is a series of hikes highlighting the beautiful parts of GVT in all 4 sections. Those hikes will range from about 6 km to 15 km. They will be led by Jeanette, Jane, Eva and Brandon through months of August to October. Come and enjoy the beauty of our trail!

Where: York, Caledonia, Ruthven Park
Length: 14 km
Category: Car shuttle
Pace and duration: Moderate, 3.5 km/hr. About 6.5 hours with lunch + car shuttle time.
Hike level: Moderate (2). Mainly flat, paved, maintained paths and trails.

Parking and departure: Meet at 9:30 am in Caledonia – Kinsmen Park,trout park, Caledonia, Caledonia – riverside parking at intersection of Caithness St. W (Rd 54) and Blair St.    43.0744974 -79.9579234

From there we will carpool to York Park, York beside the Grand River across from the York General Store/gas station.(43.020717, -79.890382) and hike back to our cars.

After this portion of the hike we carpool to the cars at York Park, the start of our hike and all vehicles will drive to Ruthven Park (42.978026, -79.875623) where we will finish our hike on the Ruthven Park property trails. If you want a 2 or 3 km shorter hike you can opt out of joining us at Ruthven Park for the remainder of the hike.

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
 
What to wear and bring: This is a September hike, please dress accordingly to the weather, bring a hat and sunscreen, sunglasses. If rain is forecasted, bring rain gear. Wear good hiking boots. Hiking poles are optional if you like using them. Bring water, snacks and pack a lunch – we will stop for lunch.