- HikeType General Hike
- PaceTypes Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
- TerrainTypes Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing
- PaidOuting No
Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley Conservation Area
Hike Leader(s): Robert House Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6KM
Description
Dundas Valley Conservation Area is a magnificent outdoor area consisting of over 40km (about 24.85 mi) of trails located minutes from the downtown core of Hamilton. Join us Friday, December 23rd at 11:30 as we explore the Dear Run loop, the Main loop, and the Headwaters trail to the Homestead Trail loop.
This will be a moderately paced hike totaling about 6KM. The hike should finish within 2 hours.
We will meet at the picnic tables at the trail centre
The gatehouse will be closed, entry is free if you have your HCA card or $11 if you do not have a membership. Only credit cards are accepted at the gate.
The trail is gravel or grass with some roots and rocks and some steep hills.
Bring snacks, a warm beverage, and weather-appropriate clothing. Icers may be needed depending on the weather.
Please arrive at 11:15 so we can start promptly at 11:30
If the weather is stormy I will send out an email the morning of the hike letting you know if it's canceled. If you need to cancel please send an email letting me know.