Speed River & John Woods Trails Thursday Fast Hike
Date: Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Trailhead: HWY 124 (Wellington Rd) across from Imperial Road traffic lights
Parking:Meet at the Tim Hortons Plaza Parking lot at 9:20 am (for 9:30 am start)
at the corner of Wellington Rd and Imperial Road, parking along Wellington Rd. side.
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Hiking time: 9:30 am to approx.11:30 am (including brief water and viewing breaks)
Pace/Level: sustained brisk 4.5-5.5 km/hr (as snow depth allows)
Level 2 (due to sustained brisk pace and few short water breaks)
Distance: 9 km loop between old Humane Society location and Niska Road
Terrain: Uneven snow-covered terrain, possibly icy sections
Required: Sturdy hiking shoes, icers/cleats, water, health card/ID, dress for weather, small personal first aid kit
Optional: hiking poles, snacks, sunscreen
Description: We will hike along the Imperial Rd side trail to join the Speed River Trail. We will check out the lookout trails with views of the Speed River and Crane Park across the river. We will continue through the forest to Niska Rd and return using the John Woods side trails before doubling back on the Speed River and Imperial Rd trails.
No dogs please.
Please contact a hike leader if you have any questions.
Lunch option: Tim Hortons
Hike Leaders: Mira Soni: mirasoni1964@gmail.com cell (to text morning of) 519-763-6113 Barbara Bethune: barbara.bethune@gmail.com
