- HikeType Car Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/marker_car-hikes.png
- PaceTypes Moderate
- TerrainTypes ,Flat,Hilly,Variable
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet on the Eldred King Woodlands parking lot off of the west side of Highway 48, north of Aurora Rd.
From Toronto, take the 404 northbound and exit 45 to Aurora Road. Then turn left at highway 48 and travel northbound on highway 48 to the Eldred King Woodlands parking lot on the west side.
Hike Leader(s): KJ (Ke-Jia) Chong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Hilly, Variable
Distance: 7-8 km
Description
Join me on a beautiful snowy hike through the Eldred King Woodlands and then south on the Hall Tract. This is one of the most beautiful times to visit with the picturesque snow on the trees so you don’t want to miss it!
We will meet at the Highway 48 parking lot on the west side of Eldred King Woodlands and then hike southward to the Hall Tract and then loop back up to the parking lot.
Most slopes are pretty gentle, there are about two downhill that will require some caution.
While the first half of the hike is sheltered from the wind, the second half has more wind exposure.
Mandatory equipment: given this is a winter hike, you will need to bring icers for your safety and the safety of participants. If you do not have them at the trailhead, you will not be able to participate.
Recommended equipment: Hiking boots and waterproof pants to stay comfortable as there may be some snow to hike through.
While it is winter, please bring 1-2 L of water so you are well hydrated. Please bring a snack as well for a morning break.
Please leave your dogs at home.
There are no washrooms here, so if you need one before the hike, you might try the Tim Hortons on highway 48 and Aurora before coming.
Approximate route: https://onthegomap.com/s/5jm4s5c5