- HikeType Rainbow Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikes.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/image.png
- PaceTypes Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
- TerrainTypes ,Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing,Strenuous - Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
- PaidOuting No
Registration Required:
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Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Rainbow Hike
Location (Google Maps): Corner of Sydenham and King, downtown Dundas.
Hike Leader(s): Doug O'Neill Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Medium - 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate - Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous - Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 10 kms (or 13 km option)
Description
Come by car or HSR transit for this all-inclusive 2SLGBTQIA+-friendly hike from downtown Dundas to the top of Dundas Peak/Spencer Gorge with time to explore both Tew's and Webster's Falls.
Terrain: We'll get the uphill part of out the way first. Dundas Peak is an estimated 340 metres (1,100 feet) above sea level. Awesome views. Worth every bead of sweat!
Photo buffs will love the incredible views. We'll follow the Lookout Trail all the way up to the top of the escarpment, with stops at the Dundas Peak and Tew Falls lookouts.
Meet-up: We’ll rendezvous no later than 9 a.m. at the benches outside the TD Bank, corner of Sydenham and King Street. Adjacent (free!) parking at Ed & Shawn’s Brewery (65 Hatt St., off Sydenham.)
Tip: If you arrive early or need to use the loo before hiking, Starbucks (45 King St. W., downtown Dundas) is a 2-minute walk down the street from the parking lot.
Coming by public transit? There are two options: 05-HEAD STREET via DOWNTOWN DUNDAS or 5B -PIRIE AT GOVERNORS, depending where you are coming from. Ensure you arrive no later than 9:00 a.m. for a 9:15 a.m. departure.
Bus fares: $2.50-3.50.
You have two options of hike lengths: Upon reaching Tew's Falls, you can enjoy an extended break or continue to Webster’s Falls (for an additional 3 km there and back).
Please bring at least 2 litres of water, energizing snacks and proper lunch. There is no option to refill water bottles. There are porta-potties (if you don't mind the "aroma") at Tew's Falls. Don’t forget sunscreen and insect repellent. Hiking boots or sturdy footwear are recommended—as well a cap. Wear long pants (no shorts)—to avoid ticks.
Post-hike ice-cream or IPA in downtown Dundas. Everyone is welcome!
Complimentary Bruce Trail Rainbow badge and/or stickers to all participants! Email any questions to the Hike Leader - "Click here to contact Hike Leader" on this form.