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Bruce Trail hiking , Hamilton, Halton and Brant, Ontario, Canada

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Elevation gain icon Elevation gain 430 meters

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Why hike at Bruce Trail ?

The bruce trail is a hiking trail in southern and central Ontario, Canada.

The bruce trail is a hiking trail in southern Ontario, Canada. It extends 885 km (550 mi) from the Niagara Peninsula to Tobermory on the Bruce Peninsula. The main trail is supplemented by a number of side trails. The trail passes through the following regions: Niagara Escarpment, Hamilton and Halton Hills, Oak Ridges Moraine, Toronto and York Region, and Simcoe County.

The bruce trail was created in 1959 by the Halton-Hamilton Hiking Club. The club's objective was to create a continuous footpath from the Niagara River to the tip of the Bruce Peninsula. The trail was officially opened on May 24, 1960.

The bruce trail is open to hikers year-round. However, the trail is not maintained in winter and is covered in snow and ice. The main trail is marked with white blazes, while side trails are marked with blue blazes.

The bruce trail offers a variety of hiking experiences, ranging from easy walks to strenuous hikes. The trail passes through a variety of landscapes, including forests, meadows, and wetlands. It also offers scenic views of the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario.

The bruce trail is a popular destination for hikers from all over the world. It is well-known for its beauty and challenging hikes.


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Rate & open hour

Access fee $ 0.00
Schedule
From sunrise to sunset
Coordinates
-79.9588636
43.5100672

What are the coordinates and address ?

Bruce Trail
Bruce Trail, Milton, ON L9T 7L6, Canada

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Starting Point

To access the hiking trails, you can start at several trailheads in the area. Here are some options:

  1. Dundas Valley Conservation Area: You can park at 650 Governors Road, Dundas, ON L9H 5E3. This location provides access to multiple trailheads within the conservation area.

  2. Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG): The RBG offers parking and trail access at 680 Plains Road West, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4. From here, you can explore various sections of the trails.

  3. Kelso Conservation Area: Located at 5234 Kelso Road, Milton, ON L9T 2X7, this area offers parking and entry points to the trails.

  4. Mount Nemo Conservation Area: You can find parking and trail access at 5317 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON L7P 0A5.

These locations provide convenient starting points for exploring the extensive network of trails in the region.

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