- HikeType Loop
- PaceTypes Medium
- TerrainTypes Easy
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): One St. Paul Crescent.
Hike Leader(s): Faye Perkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 7.5 km
Description
Originally known as Ashquasing (that which lies at the end), the Twelve Mile Creek has served all the locals well. The original name was provided by the Mississaugas, and they inhabited the area some 9500 to 2900 years ago. After becoming a waterway for transportation, industry, and electrical power, it is recognized as the only cold water stream in the Niagara Region. It has now become one of my favourite running routes, and along with the Downtown St. Catharines Business Association, we are determined to have more walkers, hikers and runners experience its natural beauty.
In 1829, the first Welland Canal began its operation and it used the waters and path of the Twelve-Mile Creek to connect Lake Ontario to Lake Erie. There is a lot to discover and to learn!
Please bring water, snacks, a hat and bug spray. There will be a block party immediately following the hike, so come and hang out with us.