Hiking Waterdown Bruce Trail

HIKE TITLE

Waterdown Bruce Trail

DATE

Tuesday August 8, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Dave Somerville

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

cdsomerville4@gmail.com

905 659 6768,

 289 556 6707 day of hike (including same day cancellations)

GENERAL LOCATION

Waterdown Bruce Trail

Hwy #6 to Smokey Hollow

START TIME

9:15 for a 9:30 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Patterson Rd. Dead End at Hwy. #6

Km. 65.8 Bruce Trail Guide Ed. 30 (map 9)

DISTANCE

Approx. 12-15 km. Distance will depend on Heat.

PACE

 Moderate, about 4 kmph

DURATION APPROX

About 4 Hours.

TERRAIN  

Moderate to Difficult. Classic Bruce Trail with Rocky sections and GOOD ups and downs.

TYPE OF HIKE:

A mostly there and back hike to the falls at Smokey Hollow with possible side loop in Clappison Woods.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interest

A beautiful Bruce Trail hike. Long ups and downs and a wonderful stretch along Grindstone creek to the falls.

ONLINE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes

CANCELLATION

•  If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.

REGISTRATION OPENS

Opens on-line 2 weeks prior to the hike and is limited to 20 hikers

WHAT TO BRING

• Hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes
• Water, drinks, snacks, and sunscreen.
• Prepare for Mother Nature!!