- HikeType GO Train Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/IMG_7613.jpeg
- PaceTypes Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
- TerrainTypes ,Flat,Level 1 (Easy - mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: GO Train Hike
Location (Google Maps):
East Gwillimbury GO Station (outside station building)
Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat, Level 1 (Easy - mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 9 km
Description
We will hike south from East Gwillimbury GO Station to Fairy Lake and historic Main Street in Newmarket. We will pass the remains of a swing railway bridge, the remains of an abandoned canal, and a diverse landscape. On the way there will be a stop at the Newmarket Farmers Market. The walking is easy south on this Level 1 Hike to Fairy Lake where we loop around the lake with a scenic boardwalk trail on the east side and paved path leading into the historic downtown of Newmarket. We'll stop in the historic downtown for refreshments at the Old Flame Brewery or alternative establishments and walk up Main Street to get the 2:44 train back towards Toronto's Union Station.
Take advantage of the GO Transit $10 Day Weekend Pass available only on smartphones. Those wishing to travel together will meet at Union Station in the Great Hall by the information desk (with the clock over it) to take the GO Train towards Barrie departing at 8:52 AM. There is a second stop in Toronto at Downsview Park Station.
ROUTE MAP: https://onthegomap.com/s/507cjskh