Hike Schedule

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.

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.

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

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.

Terra Cotta Loop

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

Roadside parking on Heritage Road

Hike Leader(s): Pati Greenwood, Jeff Dowsett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 15 k

Description

Starting from the roadside parking, the hike will follow the main trail, the Terra Cotta Side Trail, and the Rockside Side Trail to form a loop. Regular breaks and a lunch stop will be included.  Bring snacks, lunch and plenty of water.  Insect repellent is also recommended. Please arrive at 8:15 am as we will depart promptly at 8:30 am.

Car Hike: Happy Valley - CANCELLED

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Happy Valley, Oak Ridges Trail 16th Sideroad and Weston Road

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

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

Description

Come and join the group to view nice sceneries and look out of  Happy valley

Some 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.

Car Hike: Hike the Main Trail from Limehouse CA to Speyside Resource Management Area

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Car Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meeting Location: Roadside parking at Limehouse at the intersection of 22 Sideroad and Fifth Line. Please do not block driveway or access to the bridge. GPS N43.636859, W-79.979818. Map 12

Hike Leader(s): Ross Estrella Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk, Moderate
Terrain: Hilly, Rocky, Variable
Distance: 14 kms

Description

We will hike the main trail from Limehouse Conservation Area to Speyside Resource Mangement Area. We’ll make this outing a (Hike4Health-Hike4Fun) which allowed us ample time for fun activities and photograhy of the sceneries that catches our eyes along the way. Please bring snacks, lunch and enough water for hydration. Make handy of sunscreen, sun head protection and bug spray as we may be greeted by our friendly mosquitoes. Comfortable/sturdy hiking shoe/boot and poles are strongly recommended. Check weather forecast and dress accordingly. Strongly suggest to bring your personal medication and health ID. Please arrive fifteen minutes early to allow for car shuttling. No drop out allowed.

Car Hike: Bethesda Trail Richmond Hill

Hosting Club: Toronto

Location (Google Maps): Free parking lot at the head of trail Bethesda Side Road off Bayview Ave. across Wilcox lake

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

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Hilly, Level 2 (Intermediate – some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot)
Distance: 14-15 km

Description

Join us to explore the trails of York Regional Forest and the Oak Ridges Corridor at Jefferson Forest and Bond lake,

From parking lot we  hike thought Jefferson forest and continue to Bond Lake and have snack beside the lake and return to parking around 13 to 13.30

Seven Rivers Hike Series - # 7 of 7 - Pretty River

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet at the Snowmobile Parking Lot, 63597 Pretty River Rd north of Duntroon.

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

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 9.9

Description

We will walk 380 meters on Pretty River road to catch the main trail, take it to the John Haigh Side Trail reaching the highest point of the Bruce trail. Then we turn around, retrace our steps and follow Pretty River Side Trail. When it joins the main trail, we will follow it back to Pretty River Road  and walk east to the parking lot.

Directions: From CR 124 and HW 89, north on CR 124 to Singhampton, continue east on CR 124 and then north to Sideroad 33 and 34 Nottawasaga. Turn left and look for Snowmobile Parking Lot.

This is Seven Rivers (aka Headwaters) series consists of 7 hikes: 3 North and 4 South. Hikers completing all 7 hikes in this series will be eligible to purchase a Seven Rivers Hike Series Badge from Dufferin Hi-Land BTC.

Duncan Crevice Caves - loop

Hosting Club: Sydenham
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the north-east corner of the parking lot at Home Depot on Highway 26 on the east side of Owen Sound.

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: 10+km

Description

We will be doing a loop at Duncan Crevice Caves Provincial Nature Reserve (BTC Map # 25) via the Main Trail and Chuck & Pat Grant Side Trail. Wonderful elevations and scenery including Metcalfe Rock via Metcalfe Crevice Side Trail. Closer to the hike date we can investigate if folks would like to do lunch at (Hearts Tavern) Kimberley – please advise the Hike Leader if you are interested. Please advise the Hike Leader if you would prefer to meet at the trail head vs. Car Pool location.