- HikeType GO Train Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/IMG_7613.jpeg
- PaceTypes Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
- TerrainTypes ,Hilly,Level 2 (Intermediate - some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot),Rocky,Variable
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: GO Train Hike
Location (Google Maps): Aldershot GO Station to Waterdown
Hike Leader(s): Michael Humpage, Felix Wan Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate - some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot), Rocky, Variable
Distance (km): 14 km
Description
Please meet me under the clock in the Great Hall in Union Station by 8:45 AM. We will take the 9:04 AM (to be confirmed) Lakeshore West train to Aldershot GO arriving at 10:02 AM. We will hike from Aldershot GO station into Waterdown and then return to Aldershot GO station. The hike will be a mix of country roads and trails. For the most part this is an in and an out hike. Part of the hike will be on the Bruce Trail through Grindstone Creek and passing by Smokey Hollow waterfall. There is one steep descent, followed by one very steep climb. Continuing past Smokey Hollow we will hike into Waterdown where hikers can go to the Copper Kettle cafe and purchase food or drink if they wish.
Please bring water (2 litres recommended), a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen. At this time of year conditions could be quite muddy so come prepared. Icers, poles and gaiters may be useful.
Registration is limited to 20 spots.