Hiking TORONTO BRUCE TRAIL #1

HIKE TITLE

TORONTO BRUCE TRAIL #1

DATE

Day of week, DD/MM/YYYY

Tuesday June 11, 2024

HIKE LEADER(S)

Dave Somerville

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

905 659 6768

289 556 6707 TEXT

GENERAL LOCATION

(Locality, city and/or landmark)

Toronto Bruce Trail

Milton

MEETING AND START TIME

9:15 for a 9:30 start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

(Include exact address, GPS coordinate and/or map)

Hilton Falls Conservation Area

4985 Campbellville Rd.

Milton Hilton Falls Conservation Area - Google Maps

Reservations are not required but are recommended. If you book online, you can reserve your spot and save money on gate fees.

Reserve at: Conservation Halton

DISTANCE

18 km.

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate to fast

DURATION APPROX

5 Hours Approx.

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate to Challenging

ROCKY Bruce Trail!

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination

There and Back.

HIKE GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

The Bruce Trail does not stop at the 401.

The first in a series of 7 hikes to cover the Toronto Section of the Bruce Trail. We will enjoy the trails of Hilton Falls and join the white blazes as we head north. Great views, 500 year old cedars, and a modern quarry operation are the highlights.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

CANCELLATION

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

•  The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.

ONLINE REGISTRATION &

HIKER GROUP SIZE 

Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 20 Hikers are welcome to participate in this event

WHAT TO BRING

•  Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. Hiking poles will be helpful.

•  Dress in layers according to weather; wear/bring waterproof rainwear.

•  Bring snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike. Minimum 2 litres of water.

•  Sun and bug protection if necessary.

Other Specifics to Your Hike

i.e. social to follow hike

Prepare for Mother Nature!