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Hiking Speed & Terrain Rating Info

Guests are welcome on our guided hikes. Choose a hike suited to your interests and physical abilities. Be honest with yourself in judging your abilities, remembering that we tire more quickly when walking on snow/rough terrain. Consult the hike description for the hike speed, length, and difficulty of terrain (if in doubt, contact the hike leader) which are explained in the charts below. 

Speed of Hike

 Slow 2 to 3 km/hr
 Moderate 3 to 4 km/hr
 Brisk/Fast 5+ km/hr

Terrain of Hike

Level 1  Well defined trails, gentle inclines. Hiking boots not required. Beginner-friendly; recommended for newcomers to club activities.
Level 2Generally on trail. May be hilly, with light bushwhacking, some rough spots or obstacles. Boots recommended.
Level 3Rough terrain (one or more of extensive bushwhacking, steep sections, long climbs and descents, beaver dams or other obstacles, rock scrambling). Boots, experience and a high level of fitness essential.

Calendar of Hikes by Difficulty

Upcoming events by Difficulty

  • Island Lake Conservation Area

    • 24 Jan 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Orangeville, Island Lake conservation Area
    • 12 registrants
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    Island Lake Conservation Area 

    When:  Saturday, January 24, 2026

    Location:  Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville

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

    Difficulty: Level 1+

    Time: 9:30 AM – approx. 12:00 PM

    Hike Description:  

    The mostly flat trail circles Island Lake and includes scenic vistas, lake spanning bridges and may provide opportunities for viewing wildlife. The trail surface is crushed stone, soil and decking and may be covered in snow or ice.  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, snacks, hot drink (optional if the weather is cold), personal first aid kit, Health Card. Icers/crampons/cleats required for winter hikes. 

    Dress for the weather. No dogs please.  

    Hike Leader:   Marie Burland  burlandmc@gmail.com

    Carpool option:  Meet at 8:15 for an 8:25 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.

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  • Section 2 Speed River Trail

    • 28 Jan 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Meet at Guelph covered bridge parking lot
    • 2 registrants
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    Section 2 Speed River Trail

    We celebrate the seasonal reopening of this most beautiful riverside Section, after the annual 4.5 month closure for hunting. Any of skiis, snowshoes, or boots are ok...keep snow conditions in mind. Loop hike of 5 km, pace moderate. DIfficult footing in a few places. A bit of easier bushwhacking in a few places. Meet at Guelph covered bridge parking lot on Gordon St. at 9 AM.

    Leader Bill Mungall

    mungallbill@gmail.com


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  • Scotsdale Farm Loop in Winter

    • 31 Jan 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
    • Scotsdale Farm Loop, Bruce Trail
    • 2
    • 18 registrants
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    Scotsdale Farm Loop in Winter

    January 31 2026 

    Hike start time: 9:30 am starting of the hike. Carpooling will be communicated later.

    Hike end time: 14:00

    Members only: anyone may register 

    Limit number of hikers: 20

    Hike description (where you will hike) including the following information:

    End the January with a hike! Join Joanna on the Bruce Trail section in Silver Creek Conservation and Scotsdale Farm (heritage farm). Immerse yourself in nature surrounded by unique wetlands and ecologically sensitive forest. We will walk the main Bruce trail and some of the side trails. 

    Meeting location address/location description

    Meet at 9:20 AM parking on side of the road near Silver Creek Trailhead (either on Fallbrook Trail or Side Rd 27)(43.692091, -79.966846)

    https://maps.app.goo.gl/ppMYksoAPZzrVwWf6

    Hike starts at 9:30 am

    What to bring: Good hiking shoes are recommended. This is a winter hike, I recommend trekking pole(s) and icers (just in case). Gaiters are nice also. Be prepared for all weather conditions and dress accordingly (layers are great in winter). Pack some water and snacks and lunch.

    Hike rating info so hikers can determine if they are capable of joining

    Hike pace: Moderate 3.5 km/hr, about 4.5 hours. 

    Hike difficulty: Hike level 2 (intermediate), terrain is packed soil, rocks, roots (as this is winter hike – can be snowy, muddy or icy). There are few hills to climb.

    Hike distance: 14.5 km

    Leader contact info Joanna Mazur, 519-497-2254 or hugyourday@gmail.com

    Please ask: do you want to carpool; carpooling will be organized later.


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  • Beginner Hike – Riverside Park to Victoria Rd.

    • 1 Feb 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Riverside Park
    • Be the first
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    Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026

    Hike name: Beginner Hike – Riverside Park to Victoria Rd.

    Check in at 9:20am for hike start at 9:30am

    Hike description: Kick off February with a hike with views of the Speed River and forests. We will meet by the red carousel in Riverside Park in Guelph. We will chat about any questions and tips then head off on the trail, cross Woodlawn Rd then follow the Royal Recreation trail along the Speed River for a there and back hike.  Please have icers and dress for the weather – trail conditions will vary from snowy, icy, muddy, gravel, pavement, etc. 

    This is a beginner hike but all hikers are welcome to join the hike. Pace may be impacted by trail conditions. 

    Pace: 3.5 km/hr – approximately 4km 

    Parking: parking lot in the park or off Marilyn Drive by Riverside Park, Guelph. The red carousel is by the concession building and train tracks.

    Required: proper hiking shoes/boots, dress for the weather, I.D., icers/microspikes ready to use

    Recommended: water, pole(s)

    No dogs please. 

    Hike leader:  Michelle Lebon, milebon231@gmail.com


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  • Limehouse Figure Eight Loop

    • 3 Feb 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Limehouse
    • 6 registrants
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    Limehouse Figure Eight Loop

    When Tuesday 3rd February 2026

    Spending time in nature reduces your risk of cardiovascular disease.

    (You must register online to join this walk.)

    We'll walk a figure eight loop, go through wooded sections, while trying not to trip on tree roots. One stream crossing, a few hills and some road walking on a quiet side road before entering Limehouse C.A. for the second loop.

    Length: 8 km.

    Pace: moderate.

    Terrain: 2


    Car Sharing.Meet at 110 Rockmosa Drive, Rockwood, the Rockmosa Community Hall, next to the tennis courts at 8:50 AM for a 9:00 AM departure to the trailhead.

    Trailhead is the public parking lot on 22nd side road, opposite Limehouse Public School.

    Bring water, snacks, hiking poles recommended. Hiking boots, icers, Dress for the weather.

    No dogs please.

    Leader: John Wright - john.wrightvfr@gmail.com

    Please email John if meeting the hike at the trailhead.



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