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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

  • Spencer Gorge

    • 8 Nov 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    • North Dundas
    • 23 registrants

    Registration is now closed

    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

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  • Wednesday hikes

    • 11 Nov 2026
    • 2 Dec 2026
    • 4 sessions
    • Various
    • 1 registrant

    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.



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