- HikeType Snowshoe Hike
- PaceTypes Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
- TerrainTypes ,Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.,There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution.,There might be icy and slippery sections.
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Snowshoe Hike
Location (Google Maps): For directions to parking, click on the link after the title Location of this description. Or use the GPS coordinates: 44.49646, -80.72154. Roadside parking on the Holland-Sydenham Townline just 200 metres west of Grey Road 29. Found in the Bruce Trail Reference Edition 31 on Map 29
Hike Leader(s): Stewart Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution., There might be icy and slippery sections.
Distance: 10 km
Description
This strenuous snowshoe hike is mostly in the Rocklyn Creek Management Area, through its pristine snow-laden forests, atop its rocky crags and alongside its spring-fed creek. Our actual pace will be between 2.5 and 3.0 km/h which requires an effort that matches what would be required on a summer hike of a brisk pace of 4-5 km/h. After meeting, we will shuttle to Blantyre and hike back to our vehicles. Be prepared for a good workout as we traverse steep climps and slippery slopes with both exposed and hidden rocks. Registrants will receive an email the day before the hike with an update of trail conditions and what to bring. Snowshoeing 10 km in deep snow is no easy feat, but if you're up to the challenge, you are most welcome!