Walk In Nature Series (WINS) – West Rocks, Owen Sound, loop trails

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Parking area at the end of Concession 3, Georgian Bluffs. From the corner of Concession 3 and Grey Road 5, near Creamery HIll, drive 1.7 km north along Concession 3 to roadside parking at the end of the road.

Hike Leader(s): Stewart Brown Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 4 km

Description

The Walk In Nature Series (WINS) consists of short loop hikes in the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail that combine nature appreciation with fitness in a safe and welcoming group environment led by an experienced hike leader.  Hikes normally occur twice monthly on the second Tuesday evening and the fourth Sunday morning of each month.  Consider these hikes to be 90- or 120-minute reset appointments with yourself in nature that promote health and fitness. Medium paced WINS hikes are open to all ages and levels of hiking experience whether members or non-members of the Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC).

This hike, at West Rocks Management Area, loops through a network of forested trails that bring us to a panoramic lookout over Owen Sound.

Our 4 km loop  takes us along West Rocks trails to Chalmers Quarry at km 98.4 , to Derby Forest Side Trail and return to parking.

Cover up for insects and vegetation, bring water and a snack, and hiking poles may be helpful.

Thanks, and see you soon.