Island Lake Conservation Area, Fast Hike

Island Lake Conservation Area, Fast Hike

When:  ​Thursday, October 16, 2025

Location:  ​Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville

Trailhead Parking:​Party City, 55 Fourth Ave., Orangeville
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Distance:​10K or 8K

Difficulty:​ Level 2 (Sustained brisk 4.5-5 km/hour pace)

Time:​​9:30 AM – approx. 12:00 PM

Hike Description:  

The trail circles Island Lake and includes scenic vistas, lake spanning bridges and provides opportunities for viewing wildlife. The trail surface is crushed stone, soil and decking.  Participants can choose the 8K Vicki Baron Lakeside Trail or add the Island Lake Family Trail and Hockley Trail to make this a 10K hike.

What to bring:  water, sunscreen, hat, snacks, personal first aid kit, health card. Hiking poles not required.  Dress for the weather. No dogs please.  

Hike Leader:   Marie Burland  burlandmc@gmail.com

Carpool option:  Meet at 8:25 for an 8:35 departure at the Rockmosa Community Centre, 110 Rockmosa Dr., Rockwood (south side of tennis courts)

Email Marie if you are going to meet in Orangeville at 9:20 AM.

Please let Marie know if you are in interested in a post hike lunch in Orangeville.