- HikeType Bus Hike
- HikeIcon https://hikesstaging.brucetrail.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/7/marker_bus-hikes-2.png
- PaceTypes Moderate
- TerrainTypes Variable
- PaidOuting Yes
Trip Information
Departure Time: 08:00
Return to City Time: 19:00
Departure Point: York Mills Bus Pickup
Registration Required:
Registration Costs
Members - $30.00
Child Members - $15.00
Non-Members - $37.00
Child Non-Members - $19.00
Long Distance Fees apply
A late return is anticipated
Optional Items
Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Bus Hike
Location (Google Maps): Maps 23 and 22 of the Bruce Trail Reference and Guide. Km 44.5 to km 34.2
Hike Leader(s): George Lennon and Michael Humpage Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)
Pace: Moderate
Terrain: Variable
Distance: 12.3km
Description
Bus departs 10 York Mills Rd at 8:00 AM and Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride at 8:20 AM. If you wish to be picked up at the Major Mackenzie Dr and HWY 400 Park and Ride, type ‘yes’ in the additional information field. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The bus waits for no one.
From km 44.5 we will head south into the Nottawasaga Lookout Nature Reserve. We begin with an ascent up a hill to the edge of the Escarpment. From there we will have stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, with quick glimpses of Georgian Bay before we are submerged again in the lush forest. The reserve protects over 20 different species of fern. Moss-covered rock lines narrow and deep crevice caves. Eventually we come out into a farm field and then the newly-acquired BTC property of the Balsam Wetlands that adjoins the Highlands Nordic Ski Area. We will stop in Creemore on our way back to Toronto.
** Hikers are required to bring a mask and wear it on the bus. Masks must fit properly and cover the nose, mouth and chin. For the highest level of protection against Covid-19, respiratory viruses or the flu, KN95 or N95 masks are recommended. **