Guelph Hiking Trail Club upcoming events

Eramosa River, Arboretum and University (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Eramosa River, Arboretum and University

Wednesday, October 14, 2026 - River and University Loop:

Level 2, Moderate pace, approximately 8 kms.

Depart at 9:30 am for about 2 hours.

Meet at the Gordon Street side of the Covered Bridge.

We will walk the south side of the Eramosa River to Victoria Road, follow the connector path to the Arboretum, through the University grounds and back to the Boathouse or Goodness Me for an optional coffee/tea. Lots of variety in this hike with some climbing along the river.

Bring water. It may be muddy; poles will be helpful.

Hike leader: Mary Mitchell, mhmitchell1@gmail.com, 819 321-5378

Wednesday hikes (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2, starting 9:30 am. Registration will be open and details closer to the date.

Boyne Valley Adventure Fitness Hike (22 Oct 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Boyne Valley Adventure Fitness Hike

When: Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026

Time: Hiking time: 9:30 AM – Approx. 1:00 PM

Where: Bruce Trail Parking lot on Centre Rd., S of 5 Sideroad, Shelbourne ON

44.116829, -80.128249 https://w3w.co/sheepish.tribes.handprint

Trail: Length Approx. 11 Km. Uneven terrain with rocks & roots, some steep sections

Pace: 4 Km/hour depending on the terrain Level 2+

You will need to have a high level of fitness to complete this hike!

Carpool Option: Meet Marie at 8:10 AM at the Rockmosa Community Centre, 110 Rockmosa Dr., Rockwood (south side of the tennis courts)

Guelph: Anyone wanting a ride from Guelph please email Michelle at: milebon231@gmail.com

Please let one of the leaders know if you are going to meet at the trailhead.

Hike Description: The hike will provide heart pumping action! It take us on some beautiful Bruce Trail Side Trails in Boyne Valley Provincial Park, with varied terrain including steep inclines, loose gravel, narrow paths, walking along the edge of paths, crossing dried river beds, meadows and woods. You’ll enjoy some spectacular views, especially on the Murphy’s Pinnacle Lookout. Challenges include some overgrown sections, so it is advised to wear long pants and sleeves to protect against ticks. Fall colours should be at, or close to their peak at that time.

What to bring: Snacks, lunch, water, personal first aid kit, health card/ID, sun screen, sun hat, rain gear (just in case). Hiking poles are highly recommended. Sturdy hiking boots required. Dress for the weather. No dogs please.

Hike Leaders:

Marie Burland burlandmc@gmail.com

Norm Sailain nsailian@hotmail.com

Michelle Lebon milebon231@gmail.com

Post hike lunch option in Shelburne.

Wednesday hikes (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2, starting 9:30 am. Registration will be open and details closer to the date.

Halloween Hike (31 Oct 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Hike name: Halloween Hike

Location: Ignatius Jesuit Centre

When: Oct. 31, 2026

Time: 9:00am - 11:00am

Check in at 8:45am for a 9:00am start

Location: 5420 Hwy 6, Guelph (north of Woodlawn Rd)

Hike description:Come out for a morning of tricks and treats as we hike along the trail. We will mostly follow the trail around the perimeter including through the forests, by the meadows and gardens. The trail varies with sections of dirt with rocks and roots and grassy lanes. From a broad path to narrow footpaths through open fields, upland forests and cedar swamps. Feel free to dress up as your favourite spooky character or stay fitted as a hiker to enjoy the crunch of leaves beneath your steps, the changing of colours, and the smell of autumn in the air.

Pace: 4 km/hr – approximately 6.3 km, 2 hr

Parking: 5420 Hwy 6, Guelph (north of Woodlawn Rd) – enter and drive through along the laneway – use the second lot

Required: hiking shoes, dress for the weather, I.D

Recommended: water, snack, sunscreen, bug spray

No dogs please.

Hike leaders:

Tanya Simpraga tsimpraga@yahoo.com 226-791-4565

RichardWeppler, richardweppler3@gmail.com 519-994-0255

Wednesday hikes (4 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2, starting 9:30 am. Registration will be open and details closer to the date.

Spencer Gorge (8 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Spencer Gorge

We will visit the bottom of Sydenham, Tew's and Webster's Falls on the north side of Dundas. We will take the BT's Tew's Falls Sidetrail to climb up to "The Peak" overlooking the town and the valley. With the leaves off the trees, the better to see the cliffs, rapids and boulders along the creeks.

Level 2++ due to some unmaintained trails and a stiff climb up the Escarpment

Distance: 13 km

Pace moderate

Bring a lunch, water/drink

Meet to carpool at the covered bridge lot on Gordon Street at 9 AM. (Or, meet the carpool on the west side of the Dundas Driving Park at about 9:45.)

Leader: Bill Mungall: mungallbill@gmail.com

Wednesday hikes (11 Nov 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2, starting 9:30 am. Registration will be open and details closer to the date.

Wednesday hikes (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Wednesday hikes by leaders: Gitta, Mary, Michelle and Tuula

About 2 hrs, speed moderate, level 1/2, starting 9:30 am. Registration will be open and details closer to the date.