Hike Schedule

NEW TIME 8:00 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 bug spray water, snack, and dress for the weather

Boyne Valley Side Trail Loop

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: Tuesday Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Dufferin Hi-Land Section, Map 20. Meet at parking lot at end of Centre Road, south of 5 Sideroad Mulmur (just north of Km 17.6
) at 9:00 am.

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

Pace: Leisurely
Terrain: Moderate, Slippery and Steep Sections
Distance: 6.3 km, Short hike: 3 km

Description

We will hike a loop consisting of the Main Trail and Boyne Valley Side Trail. The short option will return to parking from the Boyne River bridges by way of Centre Road road allowance. Bring water and snacks.

9:15 Short Hike - Short Hills Park, Pelham Rd

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Hike
Location (Google Maps): Short Hills Provincial Park, Pelham Rd parking lot

Hike Leader(s): Debbie Demizio Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: ~ 6kms

Description

Hike the main and side trails in Shorthills Provincial Park. Bring hiking boots, water, sunscreen and bug spray. Please help prevent the spread of invasive species by cleaning your boots following the hike. Please check yourself for ticks following the hike.

Devil's Pulpit and Forks of the Credit

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: Tuesday Hikers
Location (Google Maps): Parking at the corner of Creditview Rd. and the Grange Side Road; 16413 Creditview Rd., Belfountain. Bruce Trail Map 14.

Hike Leader(s): Peter Leeney Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Strenuous – hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 11 km

Description

We will hike DOWN  the Devil’s Pulpit side trail with a visit to the Ring Kiln Side Trail. Then we will continue down to the Trimble Side Trail and follow it to Belfountain (including the Crow’s Nest Trail). Return by the same route but this time UP the Devil’s Pulpit.

60 for the 60th Anniversary Badge Hike Series - #5 of 10

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Roadside parking on Coolihans Sideroad, east of where the trail crosses the road; km 35.0, Map 17.

Hike Leader(s): Marilyn Ross 416-895-8254 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3 km/hour or less
Terrain: Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6 km

Description

Join Marilyn and Louise on this 2 hour, 6 km hike which is the 5th in the series of hikes for the new “60 for the 60th Anniversary” badge. We will hike north through Glen Haffy Conservation Area toward Hwy 9 and back. Hike one, a few, or all 10 hikes. Join any hike and make up the rest on your own as long as a record is kept of their hikes to submit on completion to obtain their badge. Participants who complete all 10 hikes will be eligible to purchase the “60 for the 60th” badge.
Bring poles, and hydration.

McCluskey’s Rock

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): Myra Campbell Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 8.5 km

Description

We will start the hike at km 35.0 on The Blue Mountains-Euphrasia townline. The hike meanders through some fields, follows Fox Ridge Rd for a short distance to 39.3. The trail then ascends & descends some lovely, scenic, very rocky sections of the escarpment. We follow the escarpment edge with great views over the Beaver Valley, ending at 43.5 on Sideroad 7B. Bring a snack or lunch and water.

Dundurn Park and Princess Point

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

Dundurn Park, York Rd, Hamilton (near Dundurn Castle)

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

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

Description

Meet at Dundurn Park parking lot, part of  lot farthest from Dundurn Castle. We will walk toward Princess Point via stairs, then a bit of trails there. Some flat trail and some easy hills. Good views. Dress in layers adequate for weather, wear hiking boots, bring water and snack. Up to day before hike contact by email.

9:30 Niagara Glen (Gorge)

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Niagara Glen Nature Centre, Niagara River Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON

Hike Leader(s): Heather Howkins Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Fast, Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 6k

Description

Meet at metal stairs leading to the gorge and hike the river trail returning to metal stairs.
Bring water, sun screen and bug spray.
paid parking lot

WEDNESDAY WALKERS - McCluskey's Rock

Hosting Club: Beaver Valley

Location (Google Maps): Park on the shoulder of Sideroad 7B, at the bend in the road near the Old Baldy parking lot, km 43.5, Map 25, Edition 31

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Yaraskavitch Click here to contact the hike leader.

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Length of Hike: 5 km

Description

This hike is primarily a there-and-back hike. We will be starting near the iconic Old Baldy. The Trail takes us along the edge of the Escarpment with a number of views across the Valley. We will walk on the main Trail as far as McCluskey’s Rock. After experiencing being “between a rock and a hard place”, we will return on the main Trail and then take the Ken Young side Trail back.

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.

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.

NEW TIME 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 Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 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

9:15 Short hike - Jordan Hollow

Hosting Club: Niagara

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: 6 kms

Description

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

Christie Lake

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

Christie Lake Conservation Area largest parking lot.

Hike Leader(s): Craig Sim Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 6-7k (approximate)

Description

Note start time. Drive straight in from entrance, main parking lot to your right turn from stop sign at T junction. Either Hamilton Conservation Area membership or parking fees apply. Loop of lake, exact route may vary. Wear boots or strong footwear. One side of loop flat, other has some moderate hills. Prepare for variable conditions and footing if wet conditions, easy in ideal conditions. Dress in layers appropriate to weather. Bring water and snack. Bring swimsuit for optional swim after. Hike leaves at 930am.

Skinners Woods and Len Holley Side Trail

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

Hike Leader(s): Franziska Edney 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: 5.5kms

Description

We will start our hike at the corner of Colpoys Range Rd. and Gleason Lake Rd. First we follow the Len Holley Side Trail north to the main trail. There we can enjoy some nice views over Colpoys Bay, follow the escarpment along Skinners Bluff and hike back to our cars on Skinners Woods Side Trail. There are no big hills on this hike, but the trail is rocky, poles are advised. This time of year you might need bug spray. If you choose not to carpool or for any other information, please connect with the hike leader.