Hiking Dundas Double Loop

HIKE TITLE

Dundas Double Loop

DATE

Sunday, June 29 2025

HIKE LEADER(S)

Anne Armstrong

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

hikingrandma@gmail.com      905 617 3937

GENERAL LOCATION

(Locality, city and/or landmark)

Dundas Valley Conservation Area

MEETING AND START TIME

Meet at 9:45 am. for a 10:00 am. start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

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

Enter the Dundas Valley Conservation Area at the main gate at 650 Governor’s Rd. Drive to the last parking lot, where we will meet.

Parking fee in effect at the gate with credit card, or free if you have a Conservation Hamilton annual pass.

DISTANCE

Approx. 5 km. per loop. Choice of one or two loops.

Total approx. 8 -10 kms

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Leisurely

DURATION APPROX

Approx. 2.5 hours to 3 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate with hills, not rocky.

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination

Two loops; the first is the Sawmill where we will walk through some cool pine forest. The second loop is the Main Loop through the CA.

HIKE GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

This area never fails to please the hiker looking for easy underfoot trails but with some hills to challenge and provide an aerobic workout. Make sure you have plenty of water and a snack which we will have at the Trail Centre before we complete the second loop. Sunscreen and insect repellent are a must.

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 15 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.

• Sun and bug protection if necessary.

Other Specifics to Your Hike

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