Hiking Dundas Valley Two Loops

HIKE TITLE

Dundas Valley Two Loops

DATE

Sunday August 3^rd, 2025

HIKE LEADER(S)

Jim and Patti Blair

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

pattiblair87@gmail.com         Cell:  905 906 6941

GENERAL LOCATION

Dundas Valley

START TIME

Meet at 9:15 for 9:30 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Enter and pay at the Main Gate on Highway #99. Drive to the main parking lot and then walk 300 meters to meet at the Trail Centre (former train station). It takes a few minutes to walk from the parking lot to the Trail Centre, so give yourself extra time. Dundas Valley Conservation Area - Google Maps If you do not hold an annual pass, entrance at the main gate is $11.50 per vehicle, $9.50 for seniors. Pay at the gate by credit card.

DISTANCE

10 kms +/-

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Moderate 4 km per hour

DURATION APPROX

3 hours

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate to Challenging. Expect lots of hills as is typical in the Dundas Valley. Footing is generally good, especially on the Main Trail.

TYPE OF HIKE:

Two loops that require a bit of “out and back”.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Points of Interest

We will start by completing the Main Loop, always a crowd pleaser, though hardwood forest and escarpment terrain. We will then pass by the Trail Centre and hike into the north section of the Dundas Valley (primarily on the other side of Hwy #99) on the McCormick Trail. The McCormick Trail offers a magnificent view of the escarpment, Dundas, Hamilton and Lake Ontario. 

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.

REGISTRATION OPENS

Two weeks before the hike A maximum of 20 hikers may register

WHAT TO BRING

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

•  Dress in layers according to weather

•  Carry waterproof rainwear, snacks and plenty of water

•  Sun protection if necessary