Scotsdale Farm & Silver Creek Conservation Area

This is a loop hike along the main Bruce Trail and various side trails including the Bennett Heritage Trail that starts at Scotsdale Farm and the stunning Roberts Side Trail with it’s impressive boardwalk. We’ll cross Silver Creek several times on pleasing bridges, enjoy beautiful scenery and interesting trees, while taking in the wilderness of the Bruce Trail, passing babbling brooks, lush mature forests and incredible escarpment rocks!

Pace: Moderate

Hike Rating: Level 2, some hills, uneven terrain, some rocks, roots, a few muddy spots

Distance: 11 -12 km

Required: sturdy hiking boots or shoes

Recommended: hiking poles, water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent

No dogs please

Hike Leaders: Michelle Lebon milebon231@gmail.com

Marie Burland burlandmc@gmail.com

Carpool Options: Meet Michelle at 8:30 at the Covered Bridge, 114 Gordon St., Guelph, or Marie at 8:55 at the Rockmosa Community Centre, 110 Rockmosa Dr., Rockwood (tennis courts)

Please let Michelle or Marie know where you are going to meet.