Hike Schedule

Boyne Valley-Primrose Loop

Hosting Club: Blue Mountains
Category: Register on-line or sign-in morning of hike
Location (Google Maps): Hike meets in the parking lot behind Tim Hortons on First St. in Collingwood.

Hike Leader(s): AnHong MacNeil Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14km

Description

We will head to the parking area on Centre Rd. south of the 5 Sideroad, at the edge of the forest in Dufferin Hi-Lands section. We will proceed to make a two loop hike through the Boyne Valley Provincial Park. The hike will include great views from Murphy’s Pinnacle. Bring water and lunch.

Car Hike: Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Bethesda Trail Head Parking on Bethesda Sideroad off Bayview Avenue, across from Lake Wilcox. This parking lot is free.

Hike Leader(s): Mohammad Aghamiri Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 14-17KM

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake ,

Right time to see thousands of Trillium wild flowers covering more than hundred acres of the forest,

we will repeat this hike possibly 2 more times to see these beautiful wild  flowers growing.

Please bring  hiking poles, proper closing and shoes and lots of water,

Please carefully read  safety procedures during the hike:

1-Hikers must stay between the leader and the sweep.

2-Hikers must advise the leader or the sweep if they wish to leave the group.

3- Hikers must follow the whistle instructions: 1 blast- stay where you are; 2 blasts come to the leader; 3 blasts – come to the leader quickly.

4-Hike leader may request volunteers to stop at trail intersections, they need to help hikers to the direction the group walk and wait till they see the sweep .

5-Hikers have to make sure they can  see the persons behind and in front of them.

Legs of Sydenham May 2023 (Hike 2 of 3)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

We will meet at Parking at 6th Concession just north of Sideroad 3. Approx KM 23.1 of Sydenham Section. Map 29.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 21 km

Description

This is the second of 3 legs in the Sydenham Section. Please see mate hikes on May 5 & 7. Join us for one hike or all. On this hike, we will meet at Parking at 6th Concession just north of Sideroad 3. Approx KM 23.1 of Sydenham Section. Map 29. We will car shuttle Parking St Vincent-Sydenham townline just north of Highway 26. Approx KM 44.4 of Sydenham Section. Map 30 and hike back to our meeting Point for a total of Approx 21 KM. Please bring water, snack, lunch and appropriate layered clothing. Carpooling recommended due to limited parking.

Hike leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com. Please use cell (905-749-0914) for hike morning cancellations.

No Dogs Please. Rain or Shine.

Expect a baked goods surprise!

Sydney Bay Loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): The Owen Sound Galaxy Theatre parking lot. Meet at the tall “Galaxy Centre” sign next to the traffic lights.

Hike Leader(s): Ian Mills Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing., There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 12 km

Description

Starting at the end of Pitt Road (Map 36 – south of Km 35.8) on the Boundary Bluffs Side Trail north to and along the main trail overlooking Sydney Bay until Hart’s Tongue Side Trail then following the Boundary Bluffs Side Trail south to our start area. This is a 4 hour hike excluding stops – we will be taking a lunch break half way. While the pace is medium expect a challenging hike with lots of ups and downs. Good hiking shoes mandatory and a walking stick is recommended. If you are unable to register please call or text Ian Mills @ 416-848-8818.

Urban Walk: Hendrie Valley Sanctuary to West Harbour GO Station, Hamilton

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Great Hall of Union Station by the information desk with the clock with no later than 9:00 AM to take the Lakeshore West train towards Aldershot departing at 9:15 AM

Hike Leader(s): Tom Swales, Lindita Kalo Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate

Distance: 12 km

Description

From Aldershot GO Station we will hike to scenic Hidden Valley Park and the Hendrie Valley Sanctuary, a popular spot for birdlife. Then on to Burlington Heights and the Hamilton Waterfront Trail to catch the train back to Toronto from the West Harbour GO Station. Optional drop out at Burlington Heights by taking the local bus to Burlington GO Station. Optional pub stop at Fisher’s Pier 4 pub north of West Harbour GO Station.

Rim to Rim Hike Series - #2 of 4 - Mad River

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Devil’s Glen Provincial Park – parking lot at km 31.7 (Map 22, Blue Mountains Section)

Hike Leader(s): Margery Cruise,Les Babbage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections, Strenuous
Distance: 8.6 km

Description

From km 31.7, we will walk to the viewing platform and return to the trail to follow the main trail to km 26.0, walk east along Ganaraska Trail, North on Concession Road 8 in Glen Huron. Just past Station Street, we turn west to follow the Mad River Side Trail, then join the main trail at km 30.6 and return north to the parking lot.

Directions: From CR 124 and HW 89, north on CR 124 to Singhampton, continue east on CR124 to Devil’s Glen Provincial Parking entrance on the right.

Hikers completing all 4 hikes in this series will be eligible to purchase the Rim to Rim Badge from Blue Mountains BTC. You can also make up any hikes you aren’t able to attend or register for by completing the hike yourself at a more convenient time.

Car Hike: Scotsdale Farm - Spring Flowers

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the main parking lot on Scotsdale Farm next to the old homestead. From Hwy 401 go north on Trafalgar Road past Georgetown. At Silvercreek turn right at the lights. Go about 1 km north to the entrance of Scotsdale Farm on your right.

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

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable

Description

One of the attractions of hikes at this time of year is spring flowers. Scotsdale Farm has an abundance of them and we will enjoy the view as we hike about 13 km over variable terrain.

After the hike those interested may meet for refreshments at Sheppard’s Crook in old Georgetown.

10:00 NBTC SPRING Nature Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps):

Louth Conservation Area

Hike Leader(s): Alicia Aitchison Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~5km

Description

NBTC SPRING NATURE HIKE

Join us for this second of four 2023 NBTC Nature Hikes to learn more about the biodiversity along the Niagara Escarpment.  We will explore the trails throughout Louth Conservation area which offer beauty in all four seasons.  Hikes will be held January, May, August & October – it will be amazing to see all the changes throughout the seasons.  Your hike leaders, members of the NBTC Biodiversity Committee, will share their knowledge of the amazing flora & fauna along the trail as well as any biodiversity projects in the works for this year.

Be sure to register in advance as space is limited & the hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rains or heavy snow.

Contact Alicia Aitchison, aliciaaitchison1@gmail.com, with any questions.

Toronto Bruce Trail Club Car Hike Indigenous Theme Land and its uses

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: TBTC Special Events
Location (Google Maps): Parking at the Outdoor Education Center, Fallbrook Trail and 27th Sideroad.

Hike Leader(s): Lynn McFerran Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Variable

Description

This is the first of what is hoped to be a series of Indigenous led hikes along the Toronto section. We are excited to start this series off with Alan Colley Toronto Aboriginal Eco Tours as the leader of a spring hike looking at the flora and fauna along the trails. Alan is an Anishinaabe, of the Wolf Clan educator and guide. He has shared his knowledge with others on hikes along the waters of the rivers and lakes in GTA. He works to bring together the traditional ways of the elders and share the Seven Grandfather and 13 Grandmother Moon Teachings. This is one of this video links .https://lakeshorearts.ca/in-search-of-roots/

Legs of Sydenham May 2023 (Hike 3 of 3)

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

We will meet at Parking St Vincent-Sydenham townline just north of Highway 26. Approx KM 44.4 of Sydenham Section. Map 30.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Capindale-Smith Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 21 km

Description

This is the third of 3 legs in the Sydenham Section. Please see mate hikes on May 5 & 6. Join us for one hike or all. On this hike, we will meet at roadside Parking St Vincent-Sydenham townline just north of Highway 26. Approx KM 44.4 of Sydenham Section. Map 30. We will car shuttle to roadside parking on Irish Block Rd just north of Highway 26. Approx km 67 of Sydenham Section. Map 31. We will hike back to our meeting Point for a total of Approx 21 KM. Please bring water, snack, lunch and appropriate layered clothing. Carpooling recommended due to limited parking.

Hike leader: Karen Capindale-Smith, kjcapindale@gmail.com. Please use cell (905-749-0914) for hike morning cancellations.

No Dogs Please. Rain or Shine.

Expect a baked goods surprise!

Sunday Social Hike - Loop hike on Owen Sounds' West Rocks

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Parking at the north end of Georgian Bluffs Concession 3, north of km 98.7 (Map 32)

Hike Leader(s): Bill Snel Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely: 3 km/h or less
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 4 km

Description

We will hike north to the Derby Forest Side Trail then east to the the escarpment edge above Owen Sound. Then south until we come out on concession 3 and then a short road piece back to our cars. For more information contact Bill Snel at w.snel2@gmail.com or call landline (519) 470-0584.  If you are unable to register, please contact the leader to let him know you will be attending.

Caledon Hills end to end 2 of 4

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Car Pool
Location (Google Maps): Meet on Glenhaffy Rd. (km 35.2) and Coolihans Sideroad, carpool to km 16.1, Willoughby Rd.
Note, this hike had to be changed with the next hike(#3) because of road work on Escarpment RD.

Hike Leader(s): Vince Zvonar Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 19

Description

Waterdown City Park to Smokey Hollow

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Happy Wanderers
Location (Google Maps):

City View Park SOUTH parking lot off of Kerns Rd which runs south from #5 hwy

Hike Leader(s): Wayne Riley Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 14 km +/-

Description

We will head west from the City View parking lot returning  using the  King Rd side trail and on to Smokey Hollow then return to the parking lot.

Hike leader: Wayne Riley   RSVP thru the hike calendar

Cancellations the morning of the hike: 289-456-3498

Bring lunch, water, no dogs please, Hiking boots required

Duncan Crevice Caves & Metcalfe Rock Loop CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Meet in the Metcalfe Rock parking area, 10th Line, just south of km 27.9, Map 25, Edition 30.

Hike Leader(s): Glenda Collings Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Some rocky footing, Some steep sections, Strenuous
Length of Hike: 9 km

Description

This is a popular loop hike taking in Metcalfe Rock, Duncan Crevices, Pinnacle Rock and Mill Creek.  The leaves should be popping!  Be prepared for some mud on the trail and bring snacks and water.

COVID-19 Precautions Before, During and After your Hike

1. Each hiker joining a Bruce Trail Club organized hike must perform a self-screening check before hiking.
   Find Ontario’s self-assessment tool here: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/
2. If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, stay home.
3. Personal Protective Equipment:
   • Hikers may choose to wear masks

Transportation

It is the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s current policy that car shuttles are allowed.  It is at the discrepancy of individual hike leaders to make that decision.

Other Guidelines

1. Arrive 15 minutes before the start of the hike.
2. Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate attire for the weather and the terrain.
   Hiking poles are a good idea in any season, especially if the terrain is rocky or slippery. In winter, snowshoes or icers/crampons are needed when conditions dictate.
   Wearing appropriate clothing and footwear prevents injuries and shows consideration for a safe and positive group hiking experience.
3. Always carry I.D. and your health card.
4. Bring sufficient water and snacks (or lunch if indicated). A minimum of 1L of water is recommended on all hikes, and 3L is recommended for long, challenging hikes in the heat of the summer.
5. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent (for spring and summer hikes).
6. Bring your own first aid kit.
7. Please leave dogs at home.

Dodds Hill loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:45 am at Kemble Arena parking lot to carpool to trail head. Limited parking at trail head. 5 minute drive from Kemble.

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There might be muddy sections., There might be sections with water on the trail.
Distance: 4 km. approx

Description

We will hike from the trailhead at end of Concession Rd 24  and hike along the Dodd’s Hill sidetrail east, meet the main trail and head north along the scarp edge and west to the Dodd’s Hill sidetrail and loop back to the start. We may also add a short section west to see the view of the islands. If you are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 226-787-8804.

8:00 NEW TIME Long Hike Wiley Road Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Short Hills Wiley Road Entrance

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10km

Description

Explore Short Hills and the majestic side trails of Scarlett Tanager, Hemlock. Swayze Falls and Terrace. Register for each hike

Bring Poles water, snack, sunscreen and bug spray and dress for the weather

9:15 Short hike - Pelham Road, Short Hills

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps): Pelham Road entrance, Short Hills Provincial Park

Hike Leader(s): janet davey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6 kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Short Hills Provincial Park.  Bring hiking boots, water and bug spray.

Bognor Marsh Loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at roadside parking on 4th Concession North. Take 4th Concession N south from Highway 26, park at where the road ends (Map 31)

Hike Leader(s): Fran Turner Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk: 4 to 5 km/h
Terrain: Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 7 km

Description

This hike circumnavigates the Bognor Marsh.  This is a good place to see water birds including ducks, herons, egrets.  We start at the top of the escarpment and hike down to the marsh.  We’ll hike around the south end of the marsh – it can be quite muddy here so waterproof footwear is a must!  From the west side of the marsh we’ll climb back up to the top of the escarpment and back to the cars.  This hike includes steep uphill and downhill climbs.  Poison ivy is found along the trail in one small area, so long pants are necessary. If you are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 519-590-0706.

Hockley/Humber Valley

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps): Map 17, 43.4
7th Line Parking Lot, at Airport Rd

Hike Leader(s): Julie Daley, Les Babbage, Inge Eckerich, Tony Evangelista Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 7 km, short hike 3.5 km

Description

From the 7th Line Parking lot (43.4) we will hike south along the main trail to hwy 9, and return on the same route. There are some hills and steep sections. The spring wildflowers should be sprouting 😊 Short hike will be to 41.8, and return, no hills, 3.5 km. Please bring water and snack

Spllt Rock Narrows plus Mono Cliffs

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Split Rock Narrows parking lot. From Hwy 10, turn east on 25 Sideroad then north on 2nd line EHS.

Hike Leader(s): Barbara Euler 416-578-1744 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing
Distance: 11 km

Description

Since Mono Cliffs is often very busy, we will start and end our hike outside the boundaries of the provincial park. There is a variety of terrain and viewpoints and we hope to see some spring wildflowers. Lunch at McCarston’s Lake.

Visitors and guests welcome.