Bus Hike: McCrae Lake-Yellow Blaze

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 18:30
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Registration Required:

Registration Costs
Members - $35.00
Child Members - $35.00
Non-Members - $42.00
Child Non-Members - $42.00

Long Distance Fees apply
A late return is anticipated

Optional Items

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

Meet in front of York Mills Centre across from the Shell gas station.

Hike Leader(s): Roland Mark, Martina Furrer Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast (5 km/hr or greater), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Variable
Distance: Approximately between 16 to 17 km

Description

This hike is a to and back from the McCrae Lake parking lot to the McCrae Lake Rapids. There are no dropouts because of the lack of access roads to the trail. There are plenty of ups/downs, but the ups are not very steep or long. There are also places with large rock outcroppings that can be slippery after a rainfall. There are numerous stream crossings supported by branches and fallen logs. Depending on the environmental condition at the time of the hike, crossing can be slippery and hazardous. If you are uncertain about your abilities to use the makeshift bridges, then avoid them and walking through the stream. The streams are very shallow, but can be muddy.
There will be mosquitos so bring bug net or bug repellent, but remember do not spray bug repellent in the bus. You will have plenty of time once we get off the bus to apply the bug repellent.
Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, and a lunch. Also bring your first-aid kit and any medication that you may need for the hike.
Dress in layers and use your common sense to make sure your attire is appropriate for the weather condition at the time of the hike. Your footwear should be sturdy and waterproof. If you have hiking poles, then this is the trip to bring them along, but please review the hiking pole etiquette. Note: This is hike is geared toward experienced hikers.