- HikeType General Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/IMG_1131-scaled.jpeg
- PaceTypes Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
- TerrainTypes Easy - Mostly flat and usually good footing
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Brant Street and Lakeshore Road Burlington.
Hike Leader(s): Dale Skvereckas Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Easy - Mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 6 - 6.5 km
Description
We will meet at 9:15 a.m. for a 9:30 start. There are several municipal parking lots in the area and some street meter parking allows all day parking. Park near Brant Street and Lakeshore Road. Meet outside (to the right) of the Waterfront Hotel (Brant and Lakeshore) by the stairs leading to the water. We will walk out to the Brant Street Pier then along the waterfront trail, passing Spencer Smith Park, the Naval Veterans Walkway, 1 km of beach (during this hike we will not have time for a swim; perhaps another time), and continue to the Burlington Canal Bridge before turning back. The route along the shoreline of Lake Ontario is lovely. Hiking poles are not necessary however if you use them bring them. Please wear proper footwear (no open toe shoes). Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray, water, and a snack. Bring a jacket as it might be cool along the water. If you have a story of Burlington, a joke, or an interesting hiking adventure bring that with you to share with the group. After the hike you can explore the many downtown shops, cafes and restaurants. No dogs please.