Hike Schedule

Niagara ETE in Seven - New Stained Glass badge

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Event Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Hike 1, 13k: Meet at Kinsmen Park Frost Road Beamsville (43.146108n, 79.475609w) Carpool to Grimsby Lions Club Pool 1 Elm St (43.193201, -79.565301). Hike Leader Karen Limardi

Hike 2, October 16th, 13k: Meet at 3640 Glen Rd Jordan (43.139030, -79.373893) Carpool to Kinsmen Park Frost Road Beamsville (43.146108n, 79.475609w) Hike Leader Lauren Doig

Hike 3, October 23rd, 13k: Meet at Roland Rd parking lot east of Effingham St 43.090278, -79.305073. Carpool to 3640 Glen Rd Jordan (43.139030, -79.373893) Hike Leader Karen Limardi

Hike 4 October 30th, 14k: Meet at Decew House, Decew Rd Thorold. 43.1078074, -79.2498458. Carpool to Roland Rd parking lot east of Effingham St 43.090278, -79.305073. Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

Hike 5, November 6th, 14k, Meet at Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 43.1432995, -79.1672588, Carpool to Decew House, Decew Rd Thorold. 43.1078074, -79.2498458. Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

Hike 6: November 13th, 9k, Meet at Fireman’s Park Dorchester road,Niagara on the Lake, (43.146105, 79.113375), Carpool to Woodend Conservation Area, Taylor Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake, (43.1432995, -79.1672588). Hike Leader Sam Rutherford

Hike 7: November 20th 8k, Meet at the BTC Southern Terminus 14184 Niagara River Pkwy, Niagara-on-the-Lake, 43.1602848, -79.052315. Carpool to Fireman’s Park Dorchester road,Niagara on the Lake, (43.146105, 79.113375). Hike Leader Lauren Doig.

Hike Leader(s): Alan Laver Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 12 – 15k per day

Description

Meet time is 8:15 for 8:30 start. . This is a special series of 7 hikes to complete the Niagara section of the Bruce Trail. There will be a new accomplishment badge, included in the registration fee featuring the White-tailed deer – which has been designed by Joe Borges and will be made available on our last day. The White-tailed deer is common throughout Niagara. For this E2E in 7, we will be following the main trail from Grimsby to the BTC Southern Terminus at Queenston.  Please note that you are signing up for the entire series of 7 hikes as a Group Hike. The section is approximately 85km so daily distances will be based on available parking. No dropout points have been established and therefore hikers who must drop out, will be responsible for their own transportation back to their vehicle. We will hike at a steady pace but there will be plenty of time to take pictures and to enjoy the flora and fauna of this beautiful but challenging section.

Again, this particular set of 7 hikes is intended to be Moderate/Brisk.

Hikers will be expected to be wearing proper hiking boots and layered clothing. Sufficient food and 2 litres of water for a full day of hiking is required as well as hiking poles (if you use them). Check the daily forcast and prepare for wet weather, as well.  Clothing adjustments, bio-breaks are as needed. Please let the sweep person know and they will wait for you. A morning break around 10am and a 10-15 minute on-trail lunch break will be scheduled.

Car Shuttles and Missing Hikes

A maximum of 2 (of the 7) hikes can be self-completed as a result of scheduling challenges, but it is intended that this badge be earned while hiking as part of a group led by a certified hike leader.
Some parking locations require paid parking, and hikes that enter Niagara Parks. The fee for this E2E-in-7 does not include any parking/entry fees for hikers. These costs, where applicable, will be shared amongst all participants unless you have a parking or park pass.

Urban Walk: Bronte Village

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Bronte Athletic Park parking lot. The baseball diamond will be on your right as you enter.

Hike Leader(s): Roger Harris Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Level 1 (Easy – mostly on flat, well maintained trails with hard-packed surface)
Distance: 8 km

Description

We will follow the Donovan Bailey Trail to Bronte Road, then take Heritage Trail to Bronte Harbour. After a short break, we will continue along Waterfront Trail to Water’s Edge Drive, then walk southwest along Marine Drive to return to our starting point. The route is on a mixture of paved and packed gravel paths.

If you would like to read up on this walk, it is described as Hike No. 11 (‘Donovan Bailey/Bronte Village Loop’) in Nicola Ross’ book ”Halton Hikes” (2016).

Please dress appropriately for the weather, and bring water and snacks. Hiking boots and poles will not be necessary.

Halton Agreement Forest Mushroom Hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet roadside on 4th Line. Up Guelph Line from the 401, turn right on 10 Side Road and follow the curve as it becomes 4th Line.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8 kms

Description

We will hike around the bike trails in this lovely Forest, including The Den and The Pines, looking for mushrooms along the way. No foraging, just photographing.

Walk and Talk Rocks: Mono Cliffs

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 9:30 am at the parking lot at Mono Community Centre. The centre is located at 754483 Mono Centre Rd. Please park in the gravel surface lot.

Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approximately 9.5 km

Description

Let’s rock it out and explore the geology of Mono Cliffs. (This is a repeat of the geology hike offered on August 29th.) We’ll hike mainly at a leisurely pace over the approximately 9.5 km route as we cover many of the highlights of Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. Dr. Kathy Wallace will provide an introductory-level look at the geology of the park that welcomes your curiosity. Plan on a lunch break at a spectacular look-out, a total time out around four or four and a half hours, and having your way of engaging with the trail expanded. This interactive hike was created for a small group. No dogs please.

Note: This hike was originally scheduled for September 26th.

Car Hike: Caledon E2E in 5 sections - 1 of 5

Hosting Club: Iroquoia, Caledon Hills
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at the Mono Community Centre (200 m south of Mono Centre (County Road 8)) near the end of the Caledon section, we carpool to km 61.3.

Hike Leader(s): Susan Glofcheskie Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

Join us for this Caledon E2E in 5 sections.  Sign up for all 5 sections (to be entitled to the badge) or only the ones you are available for.

Please bring 2 litres of water, a snack, bug spray, sunscreen, a personal first-aid kit and appropriate clothing.  Hiking boots/shoes are mandatory and poles are suggested.

Please arrive by 8 am, so we can leave at 8:15 am to shuttle to our starting point.

Click on the Google link for directions to the meeting place.

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

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

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Fall Colours Two-day End-to-End

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): On Saturday and Sunday, meet at Coolihans Side Road at km 35.0, east of where the Trail crosses the road, 43.937967, – 79.934650.

From Airport Rd., head east on Coolihans Side Road for 850 metres. Park well off the road on the north side.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 37.4 kilometres

Description

Challenge yourself to complete our 72.4 section of Trail over two days during the peak display of fall colours. Daily bus shuttles and a finisher’s commemorative badge are included in the registration fee. Refreshments and beverages will be served at checkpoints every 7 – 11 kilometres. Participants are expected to hike at a minimum pace of approximately 4 km/hr.

Description:  The bus leaves at 7:30 am sharp each day. Please plan to arrive at least 20 – 30 minutes before the departure time.

On Saturday and Sunday, meet at Coolihans Side Road at km 35.0, east of where the Trail crosses the road, 43.937967, – 79.934650.

From Airport Rd, head east on Coolihans Side Road for 850 metres. Park well off the road on the north side.

On Saturday, the bus will drop participants off at the northern end of the Caledon Hills section, at County Rd. 8. Hikers will then head south back to Coolihans Side Road.

Checkpoints are located 11.3 km, 18.2 km, 29.1 km (Cut-off Time:  4:00 pm), and 37.4 km into the hike.

On Sunday, the bus will drop the group off on Creditview Road at km 0.0. Hikers will then hike north, back to Coolihans Side Road.

Checkpoints are located 9.5 km, 20.8 km, 27.8 km (Cut-off Time:  4:00 pm), and 35.0 km into the hike.

For further details visit caledonbrucetrail.ca.

Fall Colours Three-Day (Early Start) End-to-End

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): On Saturday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre
248305 Side Road 5, Mono, ON L9W 6C3. Google Maps GPS Coordinates: 43.975421, -79.989252.

From Airport Road, turn east onto Side Road 5. Drive 270 metres to the entrance of the International Centre on the left. Enter the driveway and head straight for approximately 50 metres. Parking is in a field on the right. The buildings and facilities of the International Centre are off limits to participants during this Bruce Trail event.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 27 kilometres

Description

Experience the spectacular fall colours while completing our 72.4 kilometre section of Trail over the Thanksgiving long weekend. Bus shuttles for the three days and a beautiful finisher’s commemorative badge are included in the registration fee. Refreshments and beverages will be served at checkpoints every 7-11 kilometres. Participants are expected to hike at a minimum pace of 4 km/hr.

Note:  As in past years, registration for the extreme 2-day event did not reach capacity. Participants of this early start 3-day E2E option fill the bus. The bus picks up the 2-day participants and then makes a second stop to pick up the 3-day early hikers. Both 3-day E2E events are exactly the same except for different start times.

Description:

The bus leaves at 7:45 a.m. sharp on Saturday and Sunday. On Monday, the bus and trail angels will transport hikers at 8:30.  Please plan to arrive at least 20 – 30 minutes before the departure time.

On Saturday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre

248305 Side Road 5, Mono, ON L9W 6C3. Google Maps GPS Coordinates:  43.975421, -79.989252.

From Airport Road, turn east onto Side Road 5. Drive 270 metres to the entrance of the International Centre on the left. Enter the driveway and head straight for approximately 50 metres. Parking is in a field on the right. The buildings and facilities of the International Centre are off limits to participants during this Bruce Trail event.

The bus will take participants to the northern end of the Caledon Hills section, at County Rd 8. The group will then hike south, back to the International Centre.

Checkpoints are located 11.3 km, 18.2 km (Cut-off Time: 2:00 pm), and 26.9 km into the hike.

On Sunday, meet at km 20.8, the north/east corner of Escarpment Side Road and Heart Lake Road. Park on the north side of Escarpment Side Road, well off of the road, 43.859911, -79.947606.

The bus will take hikers to km 0.0 on Creditview Road. Participants will then hike back to the meeting place on Escarpment Side Road.

Checkpoints are located 9.5 km (Cut-off Time:  11:45) and 20.8 km into the hike.

On Monday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre.

The bus will take participants to Escarpment Side Road and Heart Lake Road. Everyone will then hike back to the International Centre.

Checkpoints are located 10.7 km, 18.4 km (Cut-off Time:  2:00 pm), and 25.1 km into the hike.

Please note that on Saturday and Monday, the final checkpoint (the end of the hike) is slightly off the Bruce Trail. There will be signs in place to direct hikers. Also note that the meeting place on Sunday is different than the other two days.

School Bus Hike: Niagara Glen and Niagara-on-the-Lake

Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:30
Return to City Time: 18:00
Departure Point: Kipling Departure Point

Optional Items

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Falls, Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hike Leader(s): Celia Ho; Tom Swales; Leila Damband Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2-3 km/hr), Mixed (See Hike Description), Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Other (Refer to Description), Variable
Distance: 8-9 km

Description

Join us to visit Niagara Glen (https://www.niagaraparks.com/visit/attractions/niagara-glen) and Niagara-on-the-Lake (https://www.niagaraonthelake.com/).

There will be 4-5 km of trails at Niagara Glen (excluding the rocky Whirlpool Trail). The terrain is Moderate (Difficulty Level 2) trails suitable for most hikers with basic trail experience and with infrequent obstacles and gently rolling areas with some short, steep sections. There are steep staircases going down into the gorge and coming back up.

After Niagara Glen the bus will take us to Niagara-on-the-Lake where we will do a 4 km loop on the Heritage Trail with paved and unpaved trails between Fort George, Butler’s Barracks, and Paradise Grove. The trails link Fort George National Historic Site and Butler’s Barracks National Historic Site. The terrain is Easy with hard-packed surface, no obstacles, minimal stairs and little or no change in elevation. Please refer to the route map: https://onthegomap.com/s/gi8t3622

After the hike free time will be given to explore the streets of the Historic Old Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake and stop for refreshments.

Pro-rated parking fee of $1.35 for bus parking at Niagara On The Lake will be added to the bus fare when registering.

Fall Colours Three-day End-to-End

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: End-to-End
Location (Google Maps): On Saturday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre
248305 Side Road 5, Mono, ON L9W 6C3, 43.975421, -79.989252.

From Airport Road, turn east onto Side Road 5. Drive 270 metres to the entrance of the International Centre on the left. Enter the driveway and head straight for approximately 50 metres. Parking is in a field on the right. The buildings and facilities of the International Centre are off-limits to participants during this Bruce Trail event.

Hike Leader(s): Sandy Green Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 27.0 kilometres

Description

Experience the spectacular fall colours while completing our 72.4 kilometre section of Trail over the Thanksgiving long weekend. Bus shuttles for the three days and a beautiful finisher’s commemorative badge are included in the registration fee. Refreshments and beverages will be served at checkpoints every 7 – 11 kilometres. Participants are expected to hike at a minimum pace of  4 km/hr.

Description:

The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. sharp, each day. Please plan to arrive at least 20 – 30 minutes before the departure time.

On Saturday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre, 248305 Side Road 5, Mono, ON L9W 6C3, 43.975421, -79.989252.

From Airport Road, turn east onto Side Road 5. Drive 270 metres to the entrance of the International Centre on the left. Enter the driveway and head straight for approximately 50 metres. Parking is in a field on the right.

The bus will take participants to the northern end of the Caledon Hills section, at County Rd. 8. The group will then hike south, back to the International Centre. 

Checkpoints are located 11.3 km, 18.2 km (Cut-off Time: 2:00 pm), and 26.9 km into the hike.

On Sunday, meet at km 20.8, the north/east corner of Escarpment Side Road and Heart Lake Road. Park on the north side of Escarpment Side Road, well off of the road, 43.859911, -79.947606. 

The bus will take hikers to km 0.0 on Creditview Road. Participants will then hike back to the meeting place on Escarpment Side Road. 

Checkpoints are located 9.5 km (Cut-off Time:  11:45) and 20.8 km into the hike.

On Monday, meet at the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi-International Centre.

The bus will take participants to Escarpment Side Road and Heart Lake Road. Everyone will then hike back to the International Centre. 

Checkpoints are located 10.7 km, 18.4 km (Cut-off Time:  2:00 pm), and 25.1 km into the hike.

For further details visit caledonbrucetrail.ca.

9:00 Remembering the Six Nations' Role in the Battle of Queenston Heights, 13 OCT 1812

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

Queenston Heights Park, near Bruce Trail Southern Terminus Cairn, km 0.0. Enter from Niagara Pkwy. A parking fee is charged.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Couch Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 kms

Description

This hike will recognize the contribution of the Six Nations during the Battle of Queenston Heights, Oct 13, 1812. We will stop at several points of interest for information to be shared. The hike will follow several side trails and paths through and around Queenston. A final stop at the Landscape of Nations Memorial will be included.

The climbs up and down the escarpment can be slippery and offer poor footing, and may be strenuous, particularly if there has been rain. Hiking poles are recommended.

Right click on/Open the link below to view a short video on the subject.

https://www.historicacanada.ca/productions/minutes/queenston-heights

Please Note: Hikes are offered by volunteers who have committed to their own learning, to be able to offer informative and contemplative hike experiences. These hikes are open to all and offered in a spirit of mutual learning and inclusion.

Fireman's Park Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the upper parking lot of Fireman’s Park, Dorchester & Mountain Rds, Niagara Falls

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9-10km

Description

We will be hiking a mixture of the Bruce Trail as well as paved and dirt trails in and around Fireman’s Park.  Poles recommended.  Bring water and a snack.

Hike Ontario - Certified Hike Leader Course - October 12 - 9-5pm - Please read all the details before signing up for this course.

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): Bruce Trail Conservancy Board Room – 55 Head St, Dundas

Hike Leader(s): Ruth Moffatt Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Distance: N/A

Description

This is a one day course to certify volunteers as Certified Hike Leaders for leading hikes on the Iroquoia Bruce Trail. A student manual will be sent electronically ahead of time, to all qualified applicants. You will be required to participate in an all day course delivered in person. There will be about an hour outside. Typically you will have already participated in many group hikes on the Bruce Trail and are ready to lead your own hikes. The fee of $85 is payable on registration but is refundable on completion of leading at least 4 hikes by the end of 2025.

This course is intended for individuals who wish to volunteer their time leading hikes and will include a manual, a badge and guidance on how to complete a hike for the BTC hike schedule.

If you have any questions, please reach out through this form .

Geology Hike # 3 Silent Valley to Woodford

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: Geology Hike
Location (Google Maps): Woodford Community Hall, 107 Woodford Crescent, Owen Sound, N4K 5W4. Please park behind the hall. We will carpool to trailhead from here. Car shuttle.

Hike Leader(s): Carol Graham-Mullin 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, Strenuous: Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing.
Distance: 6.4 km

Description

This is Geology Hike # 3, from Silent Valley to Woodford, following Beth Gilhespy’s “Walking Through Time” book re: geology of the Sydenham Bruce Trail section. We will immerse ourselves in the beauty of the crevices, wetlands, fossils and views and discover some local settler history. Please bring water and snacks. Proper footwear and hiking poles are recommended. A very special guest may join us ! Copies of Beth’s book will be available for purchase. Special member’s price of $37.00 , cash, cheque or etransfer. If using cash, please bring correct change.