- HikeType Good Companions
- PaceTypes Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
- TerrainTypes Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing
- PaidOuting No
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Sydenham
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Harrison Park Conservation Area - passing straight towards the gravel parking lot to far North. Alternatively you can park in the the main parking lot. Meeting point would be the Harrison Park Inn Restaurant -front.
Hike Leader(s): Corina Seceleanu Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 12.5 -13 Km
Description
Hello Fellow Hikers
Please join me for a loop hike through Inglis Falls Conservation Area, starting from the parking lot and ending at Harrison Park. Our hike will begin on the side trail, heading clockwise toward Centennial Tower (though the tower is currently closed). Keep in mind that this section is the most challenging part of the loop—but the rewards are well worth the effort! Be prepared, as we will do a back-and-forth stretch for a small section (1.2km) in order to complete the loop.
From there, we’ll continue on the Palisade Side Trail, reconnecting with the Main trail. We’ll also explore the red and yellow Conservation Park trails, leading us to the breathtaking Inglis Falls. After taking in the views, we’ll follow the main trail to 2nd Ave Road, before looping back via the side trail to Harrison Park’s parking lot.
If time permits at the end of our hike, we can treat ourselves to a refreshing drink or an ice cream at Harrison Park Inn Restaurant—a well-deserved indulgence after an amazing adventure.
In my opinion, this section of the Sydenham is one of the most beautiful, secluded, and challenging part of the BTC trail—but ultimately, it’s incredibly rewarding.
Please bring with you - lunch, snack and min 2L of water and your medicine if you required.
Also be prepared for a hot day ( I imagine ) sunscreen, bug repelent, hat and appropiate attire for the hike, mostly sturdy hiking boots.
Just to reiterate - for the first 2.5-3 km hike is strenuous, with an ascent and a rugged terrain featuring boulders and exposed roots. It requires endurance, balance, and careful footing. But with the effort come rewards. After that the hike would be mostly leisurely, except some parts .