- HikeType Loop
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/loop1.png
- PaceTypes Fast 5+ km/hr
- TerrainTypes Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
- PaidOuting No
Hike open to BTC Members only.
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):
Woodend Conservation Area. Park in the first parking area off Taylor Road
Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Fast 5+ km/hr
Terrain: Moderate: some hills and some poor footing
Distance: 7 km
Description
Take the Side Trail Challenge and hike all 24 of Niagara's side trails in 9 hikes to earn the Side Trail Badge.
Meet at Woodend Conservation Area. Hike to the Wetland Ridge side trail, in and out along the Niagara College side trail; back along the Wetland Ridge side trail until it meets the main trail; Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail and back to the main trail. Required photos include: outdoor classroom, First Nations, Métis & Inuit garden, constant gardener bench, wood duck nesting box, lime kiln ruins, and Margaret Kalogeropoulos side trail sign.
Bring poles, dress according to the weather, and bring water and a snack.