Hike Schedule

Car Hike: Sydenham End to End 7 of 8

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): We will meet very close to km151.3 (GPS N44.764911, W80.944925), roadside parking east of km 151.3 1on Graham’s Hill Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Jacqueline Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 19km

Description

This hike is the seventh of an eight part Sydenham End to End series. We’ll pass through an area known for its wide variety of rare ferns and we will have some scenic views.

Please ensure you arrive by 8:15 to be ready for an 8:30 departure. This is a car shuttle hike so please be prepared to share equally in the driving.

Check the weather the night before/morning of, the hike and dress accordingly. Bring enough water, snacks, and lunch to last the hike.

Walter's Falls Side Trail and surrounding area

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Roadside parking on Holland Sydenham Townline, at the junction with Grey Road 29. We’ll meet by the Blue sign for the Walter’s Falls Side Trail

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

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing
Distance: 6.4 km

Description

We will hike the Walter’s Falls loop, enjoying views of the creek and the waterfall.  There are some steep rocky sections along this trail.  We will then follow the trail west along the closed section of the townline and take a detour north on 2nd Concession S to admire the spectacular view from the crest of the hill.  This portion is on a quiet gravel road with very little traffic and it’s a pleasant scenic walk.  We’ll then make our way back to the cars.

Good Companions - Spring Valley - Ancaster

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps):

Ancaster Little League Ball Park – Jerseyville Rd (across from the Ancaster Lions Outdoor Pool) – See map below

Hike Leader(s): Ted Bossence Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 8 – 10 km depending on whether we follow the Headwaters Trail to the end or not

Description

We will follow the Spring Valley Trail, Martins Road, Headwaters Trail etc. in the western part of the Dundas Valley .  Bring sunscreen, bug repellant,  water and a snack (poles would also be useful).  If I cancel due to rain I will notify you by email no later than the night before, so please check your emails before you leave for the hike.  Please arrive a few minutes before the 10:00am time since I will be leaving promptly at 10:00.

If you need to cancel after the 4:00pm cut-off time, please inform me by email the day before the hike at tedbossence@sympatico.ca , or by text at (905) 334-8752 the morning of the hike.

14:00 Glenridge Quarry Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Glenridge Quarry parking lot, St. David’s Rd. Map 3)

Hike Leader(s): Larry Lloyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6 km

Description

A combination of open trails with spectacular views across Lake Ontario, and wooded trails including the main trail.

8:00 am Long Hike Jordan to Moyer / Louth

Hosting Club: Niagara

Location (Google Maps):

Jordan Hollow Park 3039 King St Jordan

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
: 10k

Description

From Jordan Hollow Hike the main trail to Upper and Lower Balls Falls, Moyer Road or Louth and Return. You must register for each hike. Bring Poles, sunscreen, bug spray , snack and a drink and dress for the weather

Car Hike: Sydenham End to End 8 of 8

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): On this final hike of the Sydenham series, we’ll meet at the Bluewater Park (GPS N44.742514, W81.135140) in Wiarton, where the parking lot is opposite the arena and close to the pool.

Hike Leader(s): Jacqueline Van Dyke Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: 22km

Description

Wow, it’s Badge Day!!! To purchase a badge, the cost is $10 for BTC members. On this hike, we’ll hike along the well-known Colpoy’s Range Rd (It’s often a place to get very wet feet), have some scenic views, and walk through Oxenden before finishing at Bluewater in Wiarton.

Please ensure you arrive prior to 8:15 to be ready for an 8:30 departure. This is a car shuttle hike so please be prepared to share in the shuttling. All Covid protocols will be followed.

Please check the weather the night before/morning of, the hike and dress accordingly. Bring enough water, snacks, and lunch to last the entire hike.

9:15 Short Hike, Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Jordan Hollow Park, Jordan Station

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Strenuous
Distance: 6k

Description

Hike the main and side trails around Jordan and Ball’s Falls. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray.

Mt. Nemo CA to Kilbride Public School, Map 10

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Thursday Group
Location (Google Maps):

Meet at the back of Kilbride Public School (by park and tennis courts). 6611 Panton St. (just off Kilbride st). Will be a shuttle to the Walker Line access to Mt. Nemo CA

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

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 12 km

Description

We will shuttle to Walkers Line access of Mt Nemo CA and follow main BT up escarpment into Conservation Area ( for lovely views of the countryside and hopefully some fall colours) and out along rural roads. We will continue on into Bronte Creek/Cedar Springs Valley. We will finish our hike climbing a strenuous stretch out of the valley and into the village of Kilbride. Driver(s) will be needed to drive back to starting point to recover shuttle car(s). Bring water, snacks, lunch and appropriate clothing layers for the weather. Drivers with Conservation pass may need a reservation to access the Mt Nemo CA parking lot.

Hike Leader: Karen Capindale-Smith; kjcapindale@gmail.com; hike morning use cell (905) 749-0914.

Baked goods can be expected 🙂

Iroquoia End-to-End Hike 4 of 10

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): Meet at City View Park off of Kerns Rd., km 76.3. Shuttle to start at Mt. Nemo. Paid parking arrangements to be made prior of hike date.

Hike Leader(s): Nancy Mooney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: From 87.3 to 76.9 plus side trail to parking, 10.7 km. Maps 10, 9

Description

This is the fourth hike of ten. Beginning with road walking the hike goes through different forests, past Fisher’s Pond, offers views of Lake Ontario and Burlington, passes Signal Hill and through Kerncliff Park.

Car Hike: Tobermory Fall Weekend

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Princess Hotel
34 Bay St, Tobermory, ON N0H 2R0

Hike Leader(s): Jeanette Vincent. Brenda Menezes. David Royle. Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: 13 -15km

Description

Ross McLean loop (Bass Lake)

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

Meet at 9:45 a.m. at Kemble Arena parking lot (319897 Kemble Rock Road, Kemble) to carpool to trail head. Limited parking at trail head. 5 minute drive from Kemble.

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

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Moderate: Some hills and/or poor footing, There are crevices or holes which may be hidden by layers of snow. Hike with extreme caution., There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 3.9 km loop

Description

Picturesque view of Bass Lake and the wetlands. Interesting crevices. Approx. 1.5 to 2 hrs. If you are unable to register, please call or text the leader at 226-787-8804.

Bus Hike: Fall Colours Dufferin Highland, Murphy's Pinnacle

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup

Optional Items

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Dufferin Highland, Murphy’s Pinnacle

Hike Leader(s): Martina Furrer, Brenda Dalglish, Mojgan Haghighat, Celia Ho

Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Variable
Distance: Fast group 16 to 18 km, Moderate group 13 km

Description

Join us for a fantastic fall hike in the Dufferin Highlands (Map 20). Enjoy the fall colours and awesome views from Murphy’s Pinnacle and the Mulmur Lookout.

We will split into two groups. The fast group will do the Primrose Loop Side Trail and then follow the main trail north to km 29.6 (about a 16 km hike). If time permits the fast group will also do the Rock Hill Park Side Trail. The moderate group will head straight to Murphy’s Pinnacle and follow the main trail north to km 29.6 (about a 13 km hike).

Pack water, lunch, sun and rain protection.

Refreshment stop in Primrose if time allows.

Bus departs at 8:30 am from 10 York Mills Rd. We hope to be back in the city by 6 pm.

Fall Colours in Toronto Parks & Ravines Series: Brick Works - Mud Creek

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet at Evergreen Brick Works in the court yard in front of the Cafe

Hike Leader(s): Sajedeh Zahraei, George Lennon Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely, Moderate
Terrain: Flat, Variable
Distance: 7.2 KM

Description

This is the first walk in a 4 part series of fall colour walks in Toronto Parks and Ravines. You may sign up for any or all walks in the series. In this urban walk we will complete the Mud Creek Lost Rivers loop exploring three buried waterways as we walk through Evergreen Brick Works, Beltline trail, David Balfour Park and Moore Park Ravine. The trail varies from gravel, dirt, to hard surface. Mostly flat, with some slopes in a couple of sections. The walk will take about 2.5 hours. We will end the walk at Evergreen Brick Works where we will enjoy the ponds, look for birds, turtles, and visit the Framer’s Market and have lunch together (feel free to bring lunch/snacks or buy something at the market). Wear comfortable running shoes or hiking boots. Bring water, snacks, lunch, and anything else you may need.

Niagara E2E #5: Quarry Road to Grimsby

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Grimsby Lions Community Pool. Enter at 1 Elm Street at south end of Coronation Park. Just north of km 83.3 BTC Map 5.

Hike Leader(s): Stuart Law Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 16 kms

Description

Join us on this shuttle hike to conclude our trek across the beautiful Niagara Section.  Mud and slippery slopes guaranteed.  Please bring a garbage bag and an extra pair of footwear for the drive back.  Please also bring 2.5L of water, a snack, a lunch, bug spray and sunscreen.

Dunedin Ravine Nature Reserve

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

Hike Leader(s): Annette Sandberg 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

Truth and Reconciliation Orange Shirt Day. Wear Orange! We will head to the Dunedin Ravine Nature Reserve parking on 6/7 Sideroad and Concession 10. Following the white blazed trail south on Concession 10, we enter the nature preserve on the east side. This area covers mixed terrain and provides a chance to experience a variety of habitats. The trail follows along the banks of a tributary of the Noisy River. After crossing Concession 10, we proceed through some farmers fields to a great view at the bench. We will then return following the road. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Urban Walk: Rouge National Urban Park – Mast, Orchard, Cedar, Vista Trails loop.

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Rouge National Urban Park

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

Terrain: Variable
Distance: 11Km

Description

The meeting point: For TTC riders 9:30am at  North/East corner of Sheppard Av East and Kingston Rd. For drivers 9:45am at 7450 Kingston Rd, Glen Rouge Campground parking.

We will explore this beautiful section of the Rouge National Urban Park in Toronto, hiking Mast Trail, Orchard Trail, Cedar Trail and Vista Trail. We will hike at moderate paste 4-5km/hour. Bring lunch and water, hiking pools are suggested not mandatory.

For more information on the Rouge National Urban Park visit link https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/on/rouge

Headwaters Hike Series (North) - #1 of 3 - Noisy River

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at roadside parking at km 6.1 (Map 21, Blue Mountains Section) on County Road 9 south of Dunedin.

Hike Leader(s): Margery Cruise,Susan Ford Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate, Strenuous
Distance: 10.2 km

Description

We will hike from km 6.1 km south on the main trail, cross the Noisy River at km 5.5 and hike to km 5.1 where we walk south along Concession 10 and immediately duck into the woods to km 1.0 where the trail reaches a short gravel road off of Lavender Hill Rd. Then we will turn around and follow the trail north to our cars.

Directions: from CR 89, north on CR 124 to to Grey CR 9, east to roadside parking on the right.

This is a series of 7 hikes: 3 Headwaters North and 4 Headwaters South. Hikers completing all 7 hikes in this series will be eligible to purchase a Headwaters Hike Series Badge (when available) from Dufferin Hi-Land BTC. The North section is offered in the Fall of 2023, while the south section will be offered in the Spring of 2024.

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: 14-15KM

Description

Join us to explore Jefferson Forest and Bond lake ,

Good time to see trees changing colors sign of fall ,

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.